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

Alaska Airlines Begins Service To Santa Barbara From San Diego

Alaska Airlines began daily nonstop service to Santa Barbara via Santa Barbara Airport from San Diego International Airport.

Canadian Airline Swoop To Offer Edmonton Flights From San Diego

The service will be the first-ever nonstop flights between Edmonton and San Diego.

Firefighters Across San Diego County 'Fill The Boot' For The Burn Institute

Firefighters from 30 departments hit the streets with their boots Thursday to collect donations at intersections throughout the region.

MTS To Allow Free Rides With New PRONTO System In September

MTS is planning an aggressive campaign to make it easy for riders to transition from Compass Cards to the new PRONTO system.

Scripps Health Opens Comprehensive Rehabilitation Services Center

Scripps Health has opened a comprehensive rehabilitation services center, offering a range of therapies, in Encinitas Ranch Town Center.

Woman Killed In Stabbing In East County

A woman was stabbed to death near a bus stop in El Cajon.

Public Has Their Say During San Diego County Budget Hearing

Over 100 residents told the county Board of Supervisors what they want in San Diego County's budget for the 2021-22 fiscal year.

Excessive Heat Warning Remains In Effect For Parts Of San Diego County

An excessive heat warning remains in effect for parts of the region as sweltering temperatures persist in most of San Diego County.

Heat Wave Prompts Call For Voluntary Power Conservation

A Flex Alert calling on residents to voluntarily cut their power use will be in effect Thursday evening.

Motorcycle Passenger Seriously Hurt In Collision With Car

A 32-year-old woman riding on the back of a motorcycle suffered serious injuries when the two-wheeler collided with a car, police said.

Man Sentenced 6 Years For Escondido DUI Crash That Killed Senior

Celso Solano Rojas, 21, pleaded guilty last month to gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated and other charges.

Man Pleads Guilty To Murder In Stepmother's Shooting In South Bay

Norberto Sanchez, 57, is slated to be sentenced Sept. 10 at the South Bay Courthouse in Chula Vista.

Petco Park At Full Capacity For First Time Since 2019

The San Diego Padres will play a game at Petco Park at full capacity for the first time in 630 days.

Bullock's Oriole In Ramona: Photo Of The Day

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Sunset In Oceanside: Photo Of The Day

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Be Ready For The Next Heatwave With A Perfect Pool Home

Whether you're looking for a dream home or just doing some virtual dreaming, take a look at these California pool homes for sale.

No Masks Required In The Workplace For Vaccinated Californians

Cal/OSHA board members made the decision Thursday. Gov. Gavin Newsom is expected to expedite the process.