Government
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County Programs Win 51 Achievement Awards

| 2:25 PM

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The County of San Diego won recognition from the National Association of Counties for 51 programs that improve how government serves the public.  The National Association of Counties Achievement Awards are given each year to recognize outstanding, innovative county government programs all across the United States.

Health
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Stay Cool During Weeklong Heatwave 

| 6:26 PM

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High temperatures over the next week in San Diego, particularly the deserts, are cause for extra precaution. Residents are advised to stay cool, avoid activities that may cause overheating, and pay extra attention to older adults, people with chronic medical conditions, young children and pets because they are more susceptible to heat illness.

Animals
Magician Steve Wyrick and new husky dog.01:46 Credit: Courtesy of Steve Wyrick.

VIDEO: Houdini the Husky’s Final Disappearing Act – A Forever Home!

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Ladies and gentlemen, Houdini the Husky has performed his best trick yet with the help of a professional magician. The dog who needed a home after being adopted and returned seven times has vanished from the San Diego County Animal Shelter and is now in the loving and capable hands of his new best friend, a Las Vegas headlining magician.