In a region where wildfires have ravaged entire neighborhoods, one couple's proactive approach to home hardening is setting an example for others, with defensible space inspections provided by Cal Fire.
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Sara Kruzan, whose life sentence without parole at age 16 became a cause celébré, has been released. The top three mayoral candidates have plans for just about everything. And this week the city decided to move ahead on competitive bids for its 911 ambulance service, effectively eliminating San Diego Fire from the bidding.
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Two flights at San Diego International Airport have been delayed Friday morning due to a reported shooting at the Los Angeles International Airport.
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A ballot initiative filed Wednesday would require California car dealers to fix any manufacturer safety recalls before selling or leasing used vehicles.
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An expedited Transportation Security Administration screening program is scheduled to become available to passengers at Lindbergh Field Friday.
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Ten years ago, thousands fleeing neighborhoods across San Diego County as the wind-whipped Cedar Fire unleashed waves of flames that killed 15 people.
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An investigation began in June, when a former student, now an adult, told authorities he was victimized sexually. Detectives identified as many as five other alleged victims.
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KPBS Midday EditionThe retrial of Richard Tuite is just the latest episode in the legal drama surrounding the death of 12-year old Stephanie Crowe. And despite a finding of factual innocence, Stephanie's brother is likely to once again be implicated by the defense.
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The San Diego County Health and Human Services has partnered with local rehab facilities to combat teen drug-use.
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KPBS Midday EditionAt 10:17 this morning, 9.5 million people across California are expected to drop cover and hold. It’s part of California’s annual earthquake drill: The Great California Shakeout.
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More than 16,000 homes in San Diego County are at a high risk for wildfire damage, with nearly 4,500 of those vulnerable properties located in Julian, Ramona and Alpine.
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