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Runaway Prius Driver Faces Questions As Probe Begins

As Toyota and the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration investigate Jim Sikes' Prius, 10News looked into the obstacles Sikes may face going forward.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:40:36 PST

NHTSA, Local Lawmaker Face Off Over Prius Inspection

Tempers flared Wednesday as the Toyota Prius that suddenly sped out of control on Interstate 8 Monday was set to be examined by investigators from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:38:43 PST

Preparations Under Way For Chelsea King Memorial

Anticipating large crowds of mourners and well-wishers, the family of slain Poway High senior Chelsea King announced Wednesday that they are issuing priority-seating passes to her relatives, close friends and former classmates planning to attend a weekend memorial at the school.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:10:32 PST

Report: Deputies May Have Missed Chance To Detain Gardner

10News learned law enforcement officials may have missed an opportunity regarding sex offender John Gardner weeks before Chelsea King's death.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:03:09 PST

Small Quake Rattles Escondido Area

A 3.5-magnitude earthquake jostled northeastern San Diego County Wednesday, but no damage or injuries were reported.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:39:25 PST

CHP Questions Second Prius Accleration Incident Claim

Another Toyota Prius driver claimed his car accelerated on its own, but his story is being questioned by the California Highway Patrol.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:53:11 PST

Toddler Accidentally Run Over By Grandfather

An 18-month-old boy suffered facial injuries and broken bones Wednesday when he was run over by a car driven by his grandfather outside a Southcrest-area home.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:49:35 PST

Ex-Charger Tomlinson To Meet With Vikings

LaDainian Tomlinson is coming to Minnesota for a visit, and the Vikings believe he could be a good fit.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:04:46 PST

SoCal Sushi Eatery Accused Of Serving Whale

A Santa Monica sushi restaurant and one of its chefs were charged Wednesday with illegally selling Sei whale meat in violation of the federal Marine Mammal Protection Act.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:04:54 PST

60 Dogs Rescued From Lakeside Home; Animal Rescuer Arrested

A do-it-yourself animal rescuer keeping 60 dogs penned inside her 750-square-foot East County house was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of animal cruelty and neglect.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:47:28 PST

2 Killed In Encinitas House Fire

Authorities released the names Wednesday of two senior citizens killed in a North County house fire.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 16:22:54 PST

Elderly Man Sentenced For Shooting Roommates

An elderly man who said he shot two roommates in Escondido -- one of them fatally -- because they verbally and physically abused him and were trying to steal his $275,000 nest egg was sentenced Wednesday to eight years and four months in state prison.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:48:46 PST

Moth Found In Bonsall Grove, Quarantine Pending

A moth that damages agriculture products was discovered in a trap at a Bonsall lemon grove, the first time the insect has been discovered in San Diego County, it was announced Wednesday.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:28:45 PST

Woman Found Hurt In Normal Heights Apartment

Police investigators said they believe a woman found unconscious inside a senior citizen apartment complex Wednesday morning may have overdosed on prescription medications.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:55:01 PST

Sex Offender With Letter Carrier Job Reassigned

A letter carrier who is a registered sex offender has been reassigned after concerns were raised that he was delivering mail in a San Diego suburb with many children, a Postal Service spokeswoman said Wednesday.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:06:34 PST

'Give a Day, Get a Disney Day' Program Ends

A Disney parks program aimed at inspiring community service reached its goal of getting 1 million people to volunteer their time for a good cause, it was announced Wednesday.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 05:38:30 PST

Woman Found Dead In Valley Center Home; Son Arrested

A 25-year-old man sought in connection with the slaying of his mother in her upscale Valley Center home was in custody Wednesday in Arizona, where he was arrested on unrelated charges, authorities reported.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:15:11 PST

3 Arrested In Connection With La Mesa Brawl

A young man and two teenage boys were jailed Wednesday on suspicion of assault and attempted murder in connection with an East County brawl that sent three men to hospitals, one in critical condition.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:42:10 PST

Jim Duffy Announces Candidacy For Sheriff

Jim Duffy, a 27-year law enforcement veteran, announced his candidacy for San Diego County Sheriff Wednesday.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 17:14:26 PST

Man In Hillcrest Chase Arrested, 2 Kids Injured

A 20-year-old man is behind bars Wednesday after leading police on a pursuit in a stolen pickup truck in the Hillcrest area, injuring two children in another vehicle in the process, police said.

Published: Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:58:16 PST