Raising taxes is a more destructive path. Tax increases reduce productivity and restrain commerce. It’s an inescapable fact.

Vargas, a Democrat and board chairwoman, was first elected in 2020 to replace Greg Cox, a longtime board member termed out of office. She is the first Hispanic woman to serve on the board.

Among the many races San Diegans had their say in this election cycle were a number of races for the California State Assembly.

It was up to the voters to choose who will represent San Diego County in the U.S. House of Representatives for the next two years.

Three of the five districts on the San Diego County Board of Supervisors are up for grabs this year, each with a sitting incumbent hoping to stay in office.

Tribune’s reporters, editors and photographers will provide updates and news from across the county as Election Day unfolds. VOTING RESOURCES: Voter guide | How to vote in San Diego County | Info on results in California Here’s all the latest.

San Diego County registered voters cast their ballots for U.S. President, California Senator, dozens of state propositions and even more local races in the 2024 General Election. Now, the votes are being counted.