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Fees charged to developers of new housing and commercial projects in Escondido will rise significantly in the coming years following a vote of the city council this week.

News and events of interest from North San Diego County schools and districts, including San Marcos, Poway, Carlsbad, Encinitas and Escondido

Escondido’s Daley Ranch is a 3,058-acre habitat preserve in the northern part of the city that is popular with hikers, horseback riders and history buffs. It also doubles as a land mitigation bank that could bring in more than $140 million to the city’s general fund.

Women's group fights human trafficking, joins national movement ...Community meetings, concerts, plays and events in North County

Both cities will have a new council member following the final election results released Thursday. Vista council race was one of closest in county.

Councilmember Randy Walton was challenging Jones in the mayor's race. Mike Sannella had an early lead to claim Walton's council seat.

Four candidates are running for the District 2 seat; Councilmember Maria Nunez is running unopposed in District 1

Nearly 50 San Marcos residents gathered at The Father’s House on Thursday to hear from candidates in the city’s mayoral and council races.

The Coast News previews municipal races across North County San Diego and shares responses from the candidate questionnaire.

A roundup looking at the most significant campaign contributions to North County candidates seeking municipal office.