Lashae Sharp Collins News Today

Dr. LaShae Sharp-Collins has claimed a runoff position in the race for state Assembly in the 79th District, pulling ahead of Lemon Grove Mayor Racquel Vasquez during the lengthy vote count since March 5.

In two competitive local districts, the candidates running second and third in early, partial results were locked in close races

Racquel Vasquez, the mayor of Lemon Grove, is running for the open seat representing the 79th Assembly District, which stretches from southeastern San Diego into Lemon Grove, La Mesa and El Cajon.

Colin Parent, a Democrat and La Mesa City Council member, is running for the open Assembly seat representing a stretch of southeastern San Diego, La Mesa, Lemon Grove and El Cajon.

LaShae Sharp-Collins, a community engagement specialist with the county office of education, is running for the open seat representing the 79th Assembly District, which stretches from southeastern San Diego into Lemon Grove, La Mesa and El Cajon.

The March 5 presidential primary is just two weeks away. Here's a rundown of the key races and candidates statewide and in San Diego County.

By Joe W. Bowers Jr. | California Black Media (CBM) - The ballot for the 2024 California presidential primary election, set for March 5 -- commonly called

A local law firm is preparing to file a class action lawsuit against the city of San Diego on behalf of the January 22nd flood victims. In other news, State Assembly District 79 is an open seat this election. We learn about the three candidates running for the position. Plus, low income families across San Diego County could qualify for extra benefits on their EBT cards this summer.

In a little more than a month after the holidays, San Diego County residents will receive mail ballots for the 2024 presidential primary election scheduled for March 5. Here's an early voter guide.

In California, Black candidates are getting ready for intense political battles, as told by the California Black Media