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New evacuations ordered in LA area Video included

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Authorities have called on residents of more than 500 homes in the wildfire-scarred Southern California foothills to evacuate by Tuesday morning, fearing that heavy rains from a new round of storms could cause more mudslides. More>>

Toyota recalls 437,000 Priuses, hybrids globally Video included

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Toyota is recalling 437,000 Prius and other hybrid vehicles worldwide to fix brake problems — the latest embarrassing safety lapse at the world's largest automaker. More>>

Another major storm headed to snowy Mid-Atlantic Video included

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Snow blew across the Midwest on Tuesday on track for the hard-hit Mid-Atlantic region, where federal government offices were closed for a second day and utility workers struggled to restore power knocked out by a weekend blizzard. More>>

First lady begins fight against childhood obesity

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First lady Michelle Obama launched a nationwide campaign Tuesday to fight childhood obesity, part of her effort to teach America's children about better nutrition and exercise. More>>

Officials ask Anthem to justify rate hike in Calif

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Over the past 12 years, Josh Libresco's health insurance premium has increased almost eight-fold for his family of four.  The 54-year-old San Rafael resident is facing a 39 percent rate hike from Anthem Blue Cross on March 1 that will raise his premium from $858 to $1,192 a month. In 1998, his monthly premium was $151. More>>

Jackson doctor out on bail, back for April hearing

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Michael Jackson's doctor returns to court in April to find out the date for the next major step in the case — a proceeding that will reveal for the first time the evidence the prosecution believes will show his "gross negligence" was the direct cause of the pop star's death. More>>

Prosecutor: Lisowski killed wife to avoid child support Video included

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Defense attorneys claimed Monday that a man charged in the murder of his missing wife disposed of her body after she accidentally fell at his home and died, while prosecutors said he killed her to avoid paying child support. More>>

California's little-known "Move Over" law Video included

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Move over, California, or you might get pulled over for a driving infraction you've never even heard of. No one likes a speed trap, and some drivers feel California's new "move over" law is another way for law enforcers to pick on the motoring public. More>>

Is SDG&E to blame for fallen tree that destroyed home? Video included

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Not much is left of a Ramona home Monday, after a 150-year-old tree came crashing down on top of it. Fortunately, the homeowners were no longer living in the home, because of the danger the tree posed. More>>

SoCal pot grower must pay utility for stolen juice

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A San Diego County marijuana farmer has been ordered to repay a utility $18,000 for the electricity he stole to grow his stash. Yeng Vang of La Mesa was sentenced to five years in prison More>>

California's little-known "Move Over" law Video included

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Move over, California, or you might get pulled over for a driving infraction you've never even heard of. No one likes a speed trap, and some drivers feel California's new "move over" law is another way for law enforcers to pick on the motoring public. More>>

MONDAY, February 8, 2010

Who's the boss? He may be undercover

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He worked side-by-side with Waste Management employees who had no idea he was the company president. Last night, "Undercover Boss" cleaned up in the ratings for its TV premiere. Today News 8 has reaction from local employees of Waste Management. More>>

Stolen car suspect arrested in El Cajon after police chase

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A stolen car suspect is in custody Monday after leading police on a chase in the East County. More>>

Wanted: Serial bank robber in the South Bay

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There's a CrimeFighters Alert Monday about a serial bank robber in the South Bay. More>>

Is SDG&E to blame for fallen tree that destroyed home? Video included

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Not much is left of a Ramona home Monday, after a 150-year-old tree came crashing down on top of it. Fortunately, the homeowners were no longer living in the home, because of the danger the tree posed. More>>

Drunk driver sentenced in DUI crash that killed 9-year-old girl Video included

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A man who admitted to driving drunk and causing the accident that killed his girlfriend's daughter was sentenced to four years in prison Monday. More>>

Woman sentenced for setting nursing home fires

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A San Diego woman who pleaded guilty to setting fires at two nursing homes has been sentenced to more than 19 years in prison. More>>

Prosecutor: Lisowski killed wife to avoid child support Video included

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Defense attorneys claimed Monday that a man charged in the murder of his missing wife disposed of her body after she accidentally fell at his home and died, while prosecutors said he killed her to avoid paying child support. More>>

Mexican troops find 12 tons of pot hidden in truck

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TIJUANA, Mexico (AP) — Mexican soldiers have seized more than 12 tons of marijuana found beneath a false floor of a tractor trailer. More>>

CBS 8 POLL

What was your favorite Super Bowl commercial?

Thank you for participating in our poll. Here are the results so far:

Anheuser-Busch
23%
Bridgestone
1%
Coca-Cola
4%
Doritos
32%
Dr. Pepper
1%
E-Trade
13%
GoDaddy.com
2%
HomeAway
0%
Hyundai
1%
Other
23%
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