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National City councilmembers vote on new strategy to clean up graffiti

Graffiti on the public works building and other structures in National City isn't just an eyesore. It's a problem that costs the city tens of thousands of dollars a year and compounds other issues.

National City community activists mentor youth with street gang prevention

NATIONAL CITY, Calif. — Neighbors in National City continue to worry about the safety in their neighborhood. With crime still on the horizon, community activists in the city are taking to the streets ...

Want to build a fourth story on property in National City zoned for minor mixed-use? Now you can

National City’s skyline might be about to grow. At their July 21 meeting, the National City Planning Commission began the process of reforming the city’s zoning code to allow four story buildings in ...

National City swears in new top cop, a lifelong resident and veteran of the department

NATIONAL CITYNATIONAL CITY — National City approved its new police chief Tuesday, nominating a lifelong city resident who has been with the department since he was in high school. Chief Alejandro ...

Why is National City’s police chief running the city?

Alejandro “Alex” Hernandez has two job titles and a full plate. Since December, the National City police chief has also served as interim city manager — the latest placeholder in a search for ...

What Happened to the Stardust Inn in National City?

The vacant Stardust Inn on East Plaza Boulevard, pictured here on Nov. 13, 2024, has been an eyesore on National City’s main commercial thoroughfare amid a halted state-funded project. (Photo by ...

National City fuel station meeting postponed due to concerns raised by California Coastal Commission

NATIONAL CITY, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — A controversial fuel transfer station was set to go before the National City planning commission, but in the final hour before the meeting Monday night, the item ...