It appears that San Diegans are torn on measure E as votes continue to be counted. The measure was on the ballot to raise the city's sales tax to help fund $400 million for infrastructure needs.The "No" votes were leading by more than 5,

A city of San Diego sales tax hike could be trending toward voter approval, despite still trailing in the latest vote totals posted by election officials early Wednesday morning. Supporters believe Measure E — a one-cent sales tax increase that would generate about $400 million annually — is highly likely to surpass the simple majority it needs for approval once all the votes are counted.

Sales tax measures in San Diego and across the county were trailing on election night despite support from elected officials, including San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria.