Amputee Dog; Nuclear Fusion Project; Vaccine Lottery​​: Patch PM

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA – Missed today's headlines? Here are the Patch stories from San Diego County that people are talking about today:

First-Dose COVID-19 Vaccines Reach 75% Goal In San Diego County

The county set the 75 percent goal to attempt to reach community herd immunity.

San Diego LGBTQ+ Groups Release Guide For Youth Standards Of Care

The "LGBTQ+ Youth Standards of Care" guide is for elementary, middle and secondary school administrators.

Funeral Honors SDPD Detectives Killed In Wrong-Way Freeway Crash

The late-morning memorial at a 4S Ranch church honored the lives of Escondido residents Ryan Park, 32, and Jamie Huntley-Park, 33.

San Diego Police Detective Who Lost Leg Adopts Double Amputee Dog

Detective James "Chappie" Hunter, who lost his leg in a crash, has adopted a dog that underwent a partial amputation of both her back feet.

Man Sentenced For Cousin's Beating Death In North County

Joel Cardona, 38, was convicted last year of second-degree murder for the Aug. 2, 2018, death of 37-year-old Nestor Jurado.

General Atomics To Ship Out Key Piece For Nuclear Fusion Project

San Diego-based General Atomics is set to ship out a key component for a nuclear fusion project currently under construction in France.

Report Finds Benefits From Employee-Owned Businesses

San Diego businesses and their employees could enjoy opportunities for growth by switching to an employee-ownership model, a report found.

Excessive Heat Warning Issued For Parts Of San Diego County

Weather officials urged residents to "know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke."

Heat Wave Continues Throughout San Diego County

A high pressure system strengthening and expanding over the Southwestern U.S. is ushering in the sweltering conditions, forecasters said.

3 Injured In Crash Of Allegedly Stolen SUV In Escondido

Three occupants of an allegedly stolen SUV were injured Tuesday.

Free Tacos At San Diego County Taco Bells With Proof Of COVID-19 Vaccine

Taco Tuesday just got better. Get your freebie this week by showing your COVID-19 vaccination card.

10 Vaccinated Californians Win $1.5 Million In Vaccine Lottery

The first state to shut down 15 months ago reopened with a theatrical display. To mark the milestone, 10 Californians became millionaires.

CA Lifts COVID-19 Capacity, Physical Distancing Rules

The vast majority of California's COVID-19 restrictions were lifted Tuesday, but Gov. Gavin Newsom warned the virus is still active.

California Marks Reopening With Jackpots, Hollywood Flair

SF announced the return of its iconic cable cars. Disneyland threw open its doors to out-of-state tourists. And Newsom visited Hollywood.

After 453 Days, California Reopens

A staggering 453 days after Newsom issued the first stay-at-home order, shutting the state down overnight, most businesses will reopen.

Will Travel And Tourism Return With California Reopening?

As CA drops capacity and social distancing rules, experts are tempering expectations on a full rebound of the state’s tourism industry.