Tuesday, February 14 2012 10:30 PM EST2012-02-15 03:30:59 GMT
San Diego does not appear ready to kiss a popular statue goodbye. A battle is underway to keep "Unconditional Surrender" along the waterfront, but how much longer could it stay?
San Diego does not appear ready to kiss a popular statue goodbye. A battle is underway to keep "Unconditional Surrender" along the waterfront, but how much longer could it stay?
Friday, February 10 2012 10:13 PM EST2012-02-11 03:13:03 GMT
Two horses found starving and abandoned in the East County are beating the odds. Sparky and Buttons are now recovering at Falcon Ridge Equine Rescue in Valley Center.
Two horses found starving and abandoned in the East County are beating the odds. Sparky and Buttons are now recovering at Falcon Ridge Equine Rescue in Valley Center.
Tuesday, January 17 2012 10:20 PM EST2012-01-18 03:20:51 GMT
A flock of wild parrots is squawking it up in El Cajon, and while it may seem like a rare sight, these birds have been spotted in several different neighborhoods throughout the county.
A flock of wild parrots is squawking it up in El Cajon, and while it may seem like a rare sight, these birds have been spotted in several different neighborhoods throughout the county.
Friday, January 6 2012 2:47 PM EST2012-01-06 19:47:10 GMT
A Texas man has been reunited with his missing daughter after she was found here in Carlsbad, and it was due in part to a YouTube video her father made that went viral on the internet.
A Texas man has been reunited with his missing daughter after she was found here in Carlsbad, and it was due in part to a YouTube video her father made that went viral on the internet.
Wednesday, December 21 2011 8:48 PM EST2011-12-22 01:48:11 GMT
There's a heartwarming follow-up to a story that upset many News 8 viewers. Bella the seizure dog is safe and sound, and back with her Point Loma family.
There's a heartwarming follow-up to a story that upset many News 8 viewers. Bella the seizure dog is safe and sound, and back with her Point Loma family.
Monday, December 19 2011 8:39 PM EST2011-12-20 01:39:52 GMT
Every year, Sears helps brighten the holiday season of an active or veteran military member. On Monday, they presented a woman who has seen more than her share of hard times with a $2,000 gift card.
Every year, Sears helps brighten the holiday season of an active or veteran military member. On Monday, they presented a woman who has seen more than her share of hard times with a $2,000 gift card.
Wednesday, December 14 2011 10:37 PM EST2011-12-15 03:37:31 GMT
About 100 local third graders burst into screams of joy and surprise at a school assembly Wednesday.
About 100 local third graders burst into screams of joy and surprise at a school assembly Wednesday. For many of these kids, what they were treated to just might be the only Christmas gift they receive this year.
Tuesday, November 22 2011 4:48 PM EST2011-11-22 21:48:21 GMT
A Maltese dog missing for 10 months was reunited with its owner in North Park, thanks to an identifying microchip, animal services officials said Tuesday.
A Maltese dog missing for 10 months was reunited with its owner in North Park, thanks to an identifying microchip, animal services officials said Tuesday.
Thursday, November 10 2011 8:51 PM EST2011-11-11 01:51:30 GMT
A new article published in Vanity Fair has many Chula Vista residents and city leaders fired up. They say the magazine paints a bad picture of their city.
A new article published in Vanity Fair has many Chula Vista residents and city leaders fired up. They say the magazine paints a bad picture of their city.
Wednesday, November 9 2011 9:05 PM EST2011-11-10 02:05:56 GMT
She was drunk when she rear-ended a decorated Marine riding his motorcycle before driving away. Now 22-year-old Jessica Bloom has pleaded guilty to the hit and run that nearly killed Gunnery Sergeant Dave Smith.
She was drunk when she rear-ended a decorated Marine riding his motorcycle before driving away. Now 22-year-old Jessica Bloom has pleaded guilty to the hit and run that nearly killed Gunnery Sergeant Dave Smith.
Tuesday, October 18 2011 9:42 PM EDT2011-10-19 01:42:37 GMT
An English mastiff on the loose, not for days -- but for months -- around Poway has been rescued. Boo survived by eating out of trash cans and is severely malnourished.
An English mastiff on the loose, not for days -- but for months -- around Poway has been rescued. Boo survived by eating out of trash cans and is severely malnourished. But now thanks to a joint effort by some animal lovers, he is on the road to recovery and adoption.
Tuesday, October 4 2011 10:00 PM EDT2011-10-05 02:00:55 GMT
His chances of survival weren't good, but days after being rescued from being trapped in a PVC pipe, a little puppy is becoming one local family's top dog.
His chances of survival weren't good, but days after being rescued from being trapped in a PVC pipe, a little puppy is becoming one local family's top dog.
Wednesday, September 28 2011 3:39 PM EDT2011-09-28 19:39:30 GMT
There's been another large fin spotted off Swami's Beach in Encinitas, and Wednesday we may have figured out where it came from.
There's been another large fin spotted off Swami's Beach in Encinitas, and Wednesday we may have figured out where it came from. This time the fin that one fisherman thought was from a shark turned out to be a fake.
Thursday, September 22 2011 10:15 PM EDT2011-09-23 02:15:48 GMT
An armed burglar was caught on camera inside a home in Vista, and investigators are trying to figure out if the man is tied to other break-ins in the community.
An armed burglar was caught on camera inside a home in Vista, and investigators are trying to figure out if the man is tied to other break-ins in the community.
Saturday, September 17 2011 3:48 PM EDT2011-09-17 19:48:21 GMT
Running 175 miles in seven days sounds like a brutal challenge, but it's nothing compared to a child's fight against cancer. Richard Nares lost his son to cancer almost 10 years ago.
Running 175 miles in seven days sounds like a brutal challenge, but it's nothing compared to a child's fight against cancer. Richard Nares lost his son to cancer almost 10 years ago. It's for little Emilio and the children and families battling cancer now that he's making an incredible run.
Tuesday, August 23 2011 8:43 PM EDT2011-08-24 00:43:14 GMT
For more than three weeks, San Diegans have been pulling for Marine Gunnery Sergeant Dave Smith, who was left for dead by an accused drunk driver in Rancho Bernardo.
For more than three weeks, San Diegans have been pulling for Marine Gunnery Sergeant Dave Smith, who was left for dead by an accused drunk driver in Rancho Bernardo. Smith's recovery has been miraculous, and on Tuesday the war hero was discharged from Palomar Medical Center.
Friday, August 12 2011 10:05 PM EDT2011-08-13 02:05:18 GMT
The terrier-mix who starred in a recent stage production of "Annie" was adopted Friday by a Fallbrook couple, according to the county Department of Animal Services.
The terrier-mix who starred in a recent stage production of "Annie" was adopted Friday by a Fallbrook couple, according to the county Department of Animal Services.
Friday, August 12 2011 10:00 PM EDT2011-08-13 02:00:00 GMT
A La Jolla man and his father have quite a story to tell. Shortly after beginning a daylong kayak adventure early Thursday, they had a very close encounter with something rarely seen in shallow coastal waters.
A La Jolla man and his father have quite a story to tell. Shortly after beginning a daylong kayak adventure early Thursday, they had a very close encounter with something rarely seen in shallow coastal waters.
Friday, August 12 2011 9:45 PM EDT2011-08-13 01:45:27 GMT
This week is International Assistance Dog Week. On Friday, several dogs with canine companions for independence were honored and paired with their new owners.
This week is International Assistance Dog Week. On Friday, several dogs with canine companions for independence were honored and paired with their new owners.
Tuesday, August 9 2011 10:25 PM EDT2011-08-10 02:25:52 GMT
A shelter dog who went from cage to the stage is in need of a new home. Mocha recently played Sandy in a local production of "Annie". Now that the play is over, this orphan is hoping to find her own Daddy Warbucks.
A shelter dog who went from cage to the stage is in need of a new home. Mocha recently played Sandy in a local production of "Annie". Now that the play is over, this orphan is hoping to find her own Daddy Warbucks.
Thursday, August 4 2011 2:32 PM EDT2011-08-04 18:32:34 GMT
A court battle over the zoning of the property in the Tijuana River Valley may leave dozens of horse owners searching for a new place to shelter their horses.
A court battle over the zoning of the property in the Tijuana River Valley may leave dozens of horse owners searching for a new place to shelter their horses.
Thursday, August 4 2011 2:13 PM EDT2011-08-04 18:13:59 GMT
On Wednesday, loved ones said a final goodbye to Chyba, a 12-year-old German shepherd, for her service at home and abroad.
She was one of the first military dogs deployed to Iraq, and the inspiration behind a local memorial for our four-legged veterans. But on Wednesday, loved ones said a final goodbye to Chyba, a 12-year-old German shepherd, for her service at home and abroad.
Friday, July 29 2011 5:33 PM EDT2011-07-29 22:33:05 GMT
The 10-year-old epileptic daughter of a MCAS Miramar Marine will soon be paired with a donated service dog that will help her with everyday activities.
The 10-year-old epileptic daughter of a MCAS Miramar Marine will soon be paired with a donated service dog that will help her with everyday activities.
Thursday, July 28 2011 6:15 PM EDT2011-07-28 22:15:58 GMT
The city's Historical Resources Board Thursday voted down a proposal to designate the Fat City restaurant property as historic.
The city's Historical Resources Board Thursday voted down a proposal to designate the Fat City restaurant property as historic, after a developer said he will incorporate part of the structure into his design for an apartment building.
Tuesday, July 26 2011 9:07 PM EDT2011-07-27 02:07:17 GMT
They say in life you have to ask for what you want, and that's just what a Virginia boy suffering from epilepsy did when he needed a life-saving service dog.
They say in life you have to ask for what you want, and that's just what a Virginia boy suffering from epilepsy did when he needed a life-saving service dog.
Tuesday, July 19 2011 10:02 PM EDT2011-07-20 03:02:26 GMT
A young man who survived a fiery car accident that claimed four lives last year returned to San Diego County Tuesday to a raucous welcome from hundreds of former classmates.
A young man who survived a fiery car accident that claimed four lives last year returned to San Diego County Tuesday to a raucous welcome from hundreds of former classmates.
Thursday, July 14 2011 9:02 PM EDT2011-07-15 02:02:05 GMT
You probably don't think twice about how the seafood you're eating for dinner was caught, but one man is on a mission to make sure you know what was left behind in trying to catch it.
You probably don't think twice about how the seafood you're eating for dinner was caught, but one man is on a mission to make sure you know what was left behind in trying to catch it.
Friday, July 8 2011 8:57 PM EDT2011-07-09 01:57:21 GMT
A couple of local students were at the Kennedy Space Center to witness the final launch of the NASA space shuttle. But the students from High Tech High didn't just watch the launch, they were part of history.
A couple of local students were at the Kennedy Space Center to witness the final launch of the NASA space shuttle. But the students from High Tech High didn't just watch the launch, they were part of history.
Thursday, June 30 2011 10:32 PM EDT2011-07-01 02:32:24 GMT
The summer weather is heating up, but people who live in a Rancho Penasuitos apartment complex are out in the cold.
The summer weather is heating up, but people who live in a Rancho Penasuitos apartment complex are out in the cold. They've gone without natural gas service since last Tuesday and can't
Friday, June 24 2011 10:14 PM EDT2011-06-25 03:14:45 GMT
You may not have heard of her, but if you've ever played any popular video games, you've certainly heard her voice. A San Diego woman makes her living speaking for hundreds of video game characters.
You may not have heard of her, but if you've ever played any popular video games, you've certainly heard her voice. A San Diego woman makes her living speaking for hundreds of video game characters.
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