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Chargers Sign New Running Back

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The Chargers did not wait long to try and replace injured running back Danny Woodhead. On Tuesday, San Diego signed versatile back Dexter McCluster.

The 5-8, 170-pound McCluster brings a similar versatility to the Chargers offense that Woodhead had. He should be able to adjust quickly to the Chargers offense. McCluster spent the 2014 and 2015 seasons in Tennessee with current Chargers offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt.

McCluster was a 2nd round pick by the Kansas City Chiefs in 2010. In his first NFL game, he returned a punt 94 yards for a touchdown against the Chargers. McCluster has scored 12 career NFL touchdowns as a punt and kick returner, running back and wide receiver.

To make room on the roster, the Bolts waived wide receiver Isaiah Burse, who was active for just one game with San Diego.

The Bolts made a couple of other moves, adding tight end Austin Taylor, a rookie from Wisconsin, to the practice squad. Taylor went to training camp with Dallas as an undrafted free agent. The Chargers also released tackle Austin Shepherd from the practice squad.



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Data Shows Where People in SD County Have Died From Drowning

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Sabrina Pierce, a mother of four, spent months away from her kids while deployed for the U.S. Navy.

When she returned home, she would make up for lost time by planning fun trips and activities for her family. But, she said her plans this past summer were shattered.

“We wouldn't want this to happen to anybody,” Pierce said.

Her son Alex, 13, was one of nearly 100 students attending a school-sponsored pool party at Vista Murrieta High School in Temecula on June 3rd.

"There were 11 lifeguards and there were parents and teachers,” Pierce said.

She said her son Alex swam frequently.

"He was able to go in the deep end," she said. "He was able to turn on his back. If there was an issue, if he was tired, we taught him to float.”

Shortly after the party started, Pierce said Alex was found underwater. Unresponsive, he was rushed to the hospital.

“We were immediately told that he didn't have a good chance to survive,” said Pierce adding that if her son did regain consciousness, he wasn't expected to have full use of his limbs.

Alex was transferred to Naval Medical Center San Diego.

A month after his drowning, Sabrina and her family made the difficult decision to take Alex off life support.

"I held him in my arms and told him I loved him," she said.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the highest number of incidents of drowning occurs to children between the ages of one and four years old. In 2014, one-third of children that age who died from an unintentional injury, died from drowning.

Data from the San Diego County Medical Examiner, shows from 2006 to 2015, 365 people in the county died from accidental drowning.

In 79 cases, the victims were 18 years old or younger. The number of people who drowned while in the ocean or bay was 136; 122 died while in a pool or hot tub; 52 died in the bathtub.

Nearly 20 percent of all of the cases involved alcohol or drugs or both, according to the data.

“I think whenever you're around water you have to be vigilant; Learning how to swim, knowing what to do in those circumstances is one of the most important things that you can do,” said Bryce Berggren with the American Red Cross.

He also suggests people enroll in a first aid or CPR course to learn how to respond in emergencies.

But, in Alex’s case, his mother said that didn’t matter.

Police told NBC 7 Investigates no one performed CPR on Alex, until paramedics arrived four minutes later.

“Which is unbelievable," she said. "If they would have done CPR right away, instead of wait for the fire department to come we could have (maybe) had a different outcome."

Pierce and her family are still trying to understand exactly how Alex drowned, since they said he was a good swimmer.

They are suing the school district for negligence. Pierce said, "Alex was a smart, happy 13-year-old boy that loved to make anyone around him happy. He had a chance to survive this incident but was failed so many times by so many people. Not only do we want justice for our son but we want to prevent this from happening to any other child and family."

In a statement sent to NBC 7 Investigates, the school district's Public Information Officer wrote, "on behalf of Murrieta Valley Unified School District, our heartfelt sympathy and condolences go out to Alex's family. Due to pending litigation, I am unable to provide you with any additional information."



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500K Replacement Samsung Phones to Hit Stores Wed.

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Half a million replacement Galaxy Note 7 cell phones are arriving in stores around the United States and will be available for exchange Wednesday, the company has announced. 

That represents roughly half the phones recalled due to a fire hazard that were sold in the U.S. Two-and-a-half million of the phones were recalled worldwide.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission issued the recall last week, following a voluntary recall from Samsung. The department's chairman urged consumers to replace the phones — labeled a flight hazard by the FAA — as soon as possible due to the "serious fire hazard" presented by the product.

Dozens of people in the U.S. reported their batteries overheating, and 26 reported burns, according to the commission's website.

Consumers can either replace the phone or get a refund, and Samsung also released a stopgap software update that limits the phone's battery to 60 percent capacity, in a bid to prevent them from overheating. 

"New devices will be in stores no later than tomorrow and we will continue to take the necessary actions to ensure users are powering down and immediately exchanging recalled devices," said Samsung Electronics America President Tim Baxter in a statement.

Read more about the recall at Samsung's recall web page.



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Friends Found NJ Train Station Bomb

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The two men who found the backpack full of explosives near a New Jersey Transit station in Elizabeth early Monday recall the terrifying moment they opened the bag and saw metal cylinders with wires sticking out. 

Ivan White and his friend Lee Parker were walking to the store Saturday night on South Broad Street when they spotted the backpack on top of a garbage can, they told NBC 4 New York Tuesday. Parker, who is homeless and trying to earn money for an apartment, had a job interview the next day and the backpack was just what he needed. 

They knew it felt heavy when they picked it up, but assumed there were textbooks inside — so they carried it a block away before opening it. 

That's when they found the explosives inside. 

White remembers telling Parker, "'We need to go to the police station right now.' He said, 'Why?' I said, 'That's a bomb." 

Federal investigators said Tuesday the backpack was planted there by Ahmad Khan Rahami, who's also accused in the Chelsea and Seaside Park bombings. The Elizabeth location, so close to the train station and bus depot, may have been chosen to inflict mass casualties during rush hour.

But because of White and Parker, police detonated the explosives early Monday morning without anyone getting hurt. 

"I am glad I was at the right place at the right time," said White, who volunteers at a food bank. 

White's and Parker's actions are being recognized by the Elizabeth community, and a GoFundMe page titled "Hometown Heroes" has already raised more than $11,000 from hundreds of people. The goal was $10,000. 

"Hero — no, I wouldn't go that far. But doing the right thing, and 'everyday dude doing the right thing,' yeah, I'll take that over the hero stuff," said Parker. 

"I thank God that it was found and no one was hurt, that's the most important thing," added White. 

Parker did have the interview for the forklift operator job Monday. His prospective employer knew he was the man who found the bomb before it went off -- so perhaps that will give him an edge in landing the job and getting him back on his feet. 



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Smoking Leaves DNA Damage Years After Quitting: Study

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Most — but not all — DNA damage from smoking fades over time, and the genetic changes occur in clear patterns, researchers reported in an American Heart Association journal Tuesday, according to NBC News.

The researchers examined 16,000 people who'd given blood samples before, and found that most damage faded by about five years after a person quit smoking. But smoking-related changes in 19 genes lasted 30 years, and may persist forever.

"Our study has found compelling evidence that smoking has a long-lasting impact on our molecular machinery, an impact that can last more than 30 years," said Roby Joehanes, of Hebrew SeniorLife and Harvard Medical School.

The researchers said those 19 genes could be used to see who is at risk of smoking-related diseases or as targets for drugs to treat cigarette smoke damage.



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Majority of San Diego's Roads Now Considered 'Good': Report

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The overall condition of San Diego's streets has risen by more than 20 percent in the past several years, according to a new report. 

The report on the City of San Diego's roads, conducted by Cartegraph Systems Inc. over the past year and a half, marks the city's first assessment since 2011. 

The assessment found that the overall condition index (OCI) of the city's streets has dramatically improved in recent years, rising from a 59 in 2011 to a 72 in 2016. 

“The record level of investment we’ve made into fixing our streets is paying off for our communities,” San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer said in a statement. “With our aggressive approach, we’re turning the tide to get San Diego’s name off the list of cities with the worst roads and on to the list of cities with the best roads. We’re going to keep paving until every neighborhood has smoother streets.”

A majority of San Diego's streets are now considered "good", falling somewhere between 70 and 100 on the OCI scale, according to the report. The mark puts San Diego ahead of other large California cities, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland and San Jose. 

Since the city's initial assessment in 2011, City of San Diego officials have paved, repaired or replaced more than 1,300 miles of roads. That number is more than one third of San Diego's conbined street network of approximately 3,000 miles. 

The city is working on their goal of fixing 1,000 miles of streets over five years. 

“This report demonstrates how much progress we've made on repairing our streets and also what still needs to be done,” said Councilmember Kersey, Chair of the Infrastructure Committee, in a statement. “I join the Mayor in celebrating this good work and share his commitment to continuing down this positive path to safer, smoother streets free of potholes.”

According to the assessment, 60 percent of streets are in good condition, 34 percent are in fair condition and 6 percent are in poor condition. 

During the first assessment in 2011, only 35 percent of City streets were marked as good, 40 percent as fair and 25 percent as poor. 

The team working on the assessment drove down approximately 97 percent of all of San Diego's streets. 

Fall Activities in San Diego

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Pumpkin patches, apple picking, football and ice rinks can only mean one thing: it's officially fall in San Diego. As the season turns, enjoy these fun fall activities that remind us, once again, that we truly do live in America's Finest City.

Julian Apple Picking
Craving some fresh fruit in the fall? Once the leaves start to turn, San Diegans often head east to Julian for apple picking season, which typically runs from late August through October. Popular "U-Pick" businesses include Apple Starr Orchards (1020 Julian Orchards Dr.) and Calico Ranch (4200 Highway 78). For a full list of prime apple picking spots in Julian, click here. By the way, the cute little town in San Diego's East County will kick off the season with Julian Apple Days, a fall festival planned for Sept. 24 and Sept. 25, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Menghini Winery. The fest will include apple displays, music and dancing, an antique tractor display, children’s games and activities, gold panning demonstrations, a beer and wine garden, food and merchandise vendors, contests, and, of course, that famous Julian apple pie.

Bates Nut Farm
Nothing says fall in San Diego like a visit to the Bates Nut Farm in Valley Center. The picturesque North County family farm opens its doors to visitors year after year, offering a beautiful setting for picnics, leisurely strolls and, of course, delicious snacks including nuts, candies, dried fruits, chocolates and homemade fudge. This fall, the farm will open its famous pumpkin patch Sept. 24 through Oct. 31 featuring a variety of pumpkins, gourds and squash ripe for the picking. The patch boasts many family-friendly activities to keep the kids entertained, including a rock climb wall, bounce house and slide. On weekends, the Bates Nut Farm Pumpkin Patch features live entertainment from noon to 3 p.m., plus fresh BBQ, kettle corn, food trucks and other fall fun. Admission is free and parking is $5 on weekends in October.

Chargers Football
Really, what is fall without football? Decked out in blue and gold, locals can cheer on the Chargers all season at Qualcomm Stadium -- at least while the team is still in San Diego. Check out the Bolts website for the schedule of home games at the Q. Also, don’t forget the tailgate party before the game.

The Haunted Trail at Balboa Park
As the spooky Halloween season approaches, The Haunted Trail at Balboa Park is a sure-fire way to have a frightening fall. Open this year from Sept. 30 through Oct. 31, this mile-long trail is a stroll through the park you’ll never forget. Those who dare enter through a twisted grove of pines and gnarled oaks. After that, all bets are off as scary surprises lurk around every corner. The Haunted Trail also hosts an additional maze dubbed “The eXperiment,” described as “3,500-square-feet of freak-infested terror.” Tickets cost $25 per person, including entry into "The eXperiment."

The Haunted Hotel
Looking for spine-tingling thrills? Head to The Haunted Hotel in the Gaslamp for a good scare – if you dare. Patrons make their way through a creepy hotel, trying to escape from all kinds of ghouls. This spooky fall attraction runs from Sept. 23 through Halloween; general admission costs $19 per person.

Viejas Ice Rink
Sure, we live in sunny San Diego but ice rinks do exist here, too. Take the family to the ice rink at the Viejas Outlet Center in Alpine (right next to the casino and resort) – the largest outdoor ice rink in Southern California, which sees approximately 33,000 visitors each year. This year, skating season kicks off Oct. 31, and will likely wrap up the first week of January 2017.

Wine Tasting in Temecula
Temecula in north San Diego County is known for its wine country and in the fall, many wineries host special harvest events in addition to their daily tastings. The community will host AutumnFest throughout the season, with many events to highlight the harvest.

Surfin’ Santa at Seaport Village
In true Southern California fashion – sporting board shorts and flip-flops – Surfin' Santa is slated to make his 10th annual arrival at Seaport Village on Nov. 28. He’ll arrive in style, via a special water craft, and enjoy the San Diego sunshine while visiting with locals from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. He’ll also pose for pictures with his surfboard, of course.



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Car Lands in Lakeside Yard, Again: CHP

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A car crashed through a wall and into the back yard of a Lakeside home Tuesday and the homeowner says it's the seventh time something like this has happened.

This is Winter Gardens Blvd and you can see the curve.

A man said he lost control of his car on the wet road while traveling on Winter Gardens Boulevard at 8:40 a.m.

The vehicle slammed straight into the back yard, going through a wall reinforced with steel as well as fruit trees, outdoor furniture, a grill and a basketball hoop.

This is the seventh time in 12 years a car has lost control on the curve along Winter Gardens Boulevard, according to the homeowner.

The last time was in October.

California Highway Patrol officers told NBC 7 this is the fourth time.

The man who lives at the home said he's been in discussions with county officials to put in a stoplight. NBC 7 is checking on that request.

CHP said the crash was a combination of speed, bald tires and wet roads.

“On rainy days, slow down,” said Sgt. Damian Budwine. “ You can't drive the normal 65 -75 mph that people tend to drive on the freeway, especially on the surface streets right after it starts raining. The roadways are just too slippery.”

The homeowner says in a way, he's lucky. His young daughters were at home and sometimes they play in this area.



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Mother of Marine Shot, Killed on Leave: 'Speak Up'

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The mother of a 19-year-old U.S. Marine shot in the head while on weekend leave in Los Angeles pleaded for help in finding his killer.

Lance Cpl. Carlos Segovia Lopez died at a hospital Monday night, according to the coroner's office. The Marine had been on life support since he was found Friday night slumped over in the driver's seat of his car in South Los Angeles.

No suspects were identified and investigators did not have a motive.

"He's a loving boy," his mother, Sandra Lopez, said. "Really I don't understand this person who, who shot him. The only way that we can stop crime, is that we need to speak up."

Family and friends described Lopez as a caring young man who served his community, whether it was through volunteer groups or military service. 

He was visiting family and friends while on leave from Camp Pendleton near San Diego. The Marine had spent time with his girlfriend and was on his way to family friend Claudia Perez's home, where he usually stays while in Los Angeles, when he was struck by gunfire, she said.

"He texted my son that he was bringing pizza home. He never made it," Perez said.

A vehicle pulled up beside the Marine's car, and at least one person opened fire, striking him once in the head, LAPD Officer Norma Eisenman said Monday. He was not in uniform.

"At this point, it's absolutely a mystery," LAPD Capt. Peter Whittingham told the Los Angeles Times. "Like so many cases in South L.A., we have nothing to go on at this point."

Lopez was born in El Salvador and came to the U.S. with his mother. Both are U.S. citizens, Perez said.

He joined the Marines about six months ago. During his short time in the Marines, he was awarded the National Defense Service Medal and the Certificate of Commendation.

Segovia worked with LA on Cloud9, helping to develop the Teen Project program and supporting the homeless community through Street Team Soldiers, according to the organization.

A statement from the School of Infantry-West and USMC Training Command remembered the Marine.

"The news of Lance Cpl. Carlos Segovialopez's death weighs heavily on our hearts. The Marine Corps extends its deepest condolences to his family and friends as they deal with their loss. The overwhelming support and prayers we witnessed in support of this young man are a testament to the mighty son, friend and warrior that he was. Although we grieve the loss of one of our own, we will continue to stand with and support Carlos' loved ones as they work through this tragedy. In a very short time, LCpl Segovialopez deeply impacted those who came to know him and his unselfish and honorable legacy will live on in our Corps. Once a Marine, always a Marine."

He also was a junior counselor for children in South Los Angeles through the USC Troy Camp.



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Angelina Jolie Files to Divorce Brad Pitt

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Brangelina is history. 

Citing irreconcilable differences, Angelina Jolie has filed for divorce from husband Brad Pitt after two years.

Jolie's lawyer Robert Offer told The Associated Press the decision was made "for the health of the family." 

In a statement released to People Magazine, Pitt also said his focus is on the "well-being of our kids."

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"I am very saddened by this, but what matters most now is the well-being of our kids," he said in the statement. "I kindly ask the press to give them the space they deserve during this challenging time."

The couple have six children together and married on August. 14, 2014, after a 12-year relationship. They first worked together on the 2004 set of "Mr. and Mrs. Smith."

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The stars separated on Sept. 15, according to court documents, less than a month after their two-year wedding anniversary. The documents listed the date of the filing as Monday.

In a statement released to E! News, Jolie's manager Geyer Kosinski said her focus was now on the children. "Angelina will always do what’s in the best interest to protect her children. She appreciates everyone's understanding of their need for privacy at this time."

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Pitt was previously married to actress Jennifer Aniston in 2000, divorcing in 2005. This was the third marriage for Jolie, having previously been wed to Jonny Lee Miller in 1996 and Billy Bob Thornton in 2000.

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The divorce was first reported by TMZ.

In 2014 the couple wed privately in the French hamlet of Correns in Provence with their children serving as ring bearers and throwing flower petals.

The pair adopted children from Cambodia, Vietnam and Ethiopia. And they sought to direct the glare of their celebrity toward other causes. Jolie, a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations, became an outspoken voice for refugees and various causes in Africa, as well as for breast cancer treatment after undergoing a double mastectomy in 2013.

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Jolie is asking for physical custody of their six children, Maddox, Pax, Zahara, Shiloh, and twins Knox and Viviennne.

The couple most recently worked together on the 2015 film "By The Sea," on which Jolie also served as writer and director.

A year ago, the couple talked about growing old together.

"As much as we can argue and fight, and we all have our challenges, at the end I say, 'My job is to love him,'" Jolie told People magazine.

"I'm more interested in his 50-year-old self than his 40-year-old-self,” she said. "And then you look forward to even more years together."

Meanwhile, in an interview with The Telegraph, Pitt said, "And I'm surprised how much our history – Angie's and mine – means to me. That we have this story together. That we know each other. That we watch each other getting older, through amazing moments, joys, pains."

"You know, nowadays I really can't wait to get home," he said. "More than at any time in my life, I've got purpose – real purpose. It feels like I've found my place."



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Poway Ranks in Top 20 of Places to Raise a Family

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Poway is the only city in San Diego County ranked in the top 20 cities in which to raise a family, according to a report released Tuesday.

The report looked at 240 communities within the state of California and ranked them in four categories. These included education, health and safety as well as affordability, socioeconomic environment and family life and attractions.

Poway, for example, ranked higher in education than in affordability.

Other cities mentioned in the top 100 include Encinitas (23), Carlsbad (45), Santee (47), City of San Diego (89) and Chula Vista (94).

Get the list here.


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Kaepernick Reports Death Threats

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick says he has received death threats amid his growing protest movement against racial injustices and police brutality.

Kaepernick has refused to stand for the national anthem at 49ers games. Since he started the demonstration last month, the protest became a national story, and other NFL players, along with U.S. women's soccer star Megan Rapinoe, have joined in.

“One of the things I’ve noticed throughout this is there’s a lot of racism in this country disguised as patriotism,” Kaepernick said Tuesday. “And people want to take everything back to the flag, but that’s not what we’re talking about. We’re talking racial discrimination, inequalities and injustices that are happening across the nation.”

The quarterback has slowly amassed support from colleagues, veterans and President Barack Obama, who said Kaepernick has a right to protest.

Kaepernick, who spoke to reporters Tuesday from the 49ers' locker room, referred to the shooting of Terence Crutcher, 40, an unarmed black man killed Friday by police in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The U.S. Department of Justice has opened an investigation into whether a civil rights violation occurred during the fatal shooting.

“You have a situation like Terence Crutcher, where his car was broken down and he was looking for help and got murdered,” Kaepernick said. “That’s a perfect example of what this is about. I think it’ll be very telling what happens with the officer that killed him."

Kaepernick on Tuesday also said he will donate $100,000 in each of the next 10 months to organizations that work toward goals consistent with his message of fighting racial inequaly. He said a website will also be set up to track where the money is donated, and how it is being spent.

Kaepernick has already promised to donate the first $1 million he earns this season to charity. Kaepernick is slated to make at least $12.3 million this season.

Support for Kaepernick's movement has been challenged by critics who believe the protest is unpatriotic and disrespectful to law enforcement officials.



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Healer Who Sexually Assaulted Client in Massage Sentenced

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A self-proclaimed Tibetan healer in San Diego County convicted of sexually assaulted a client while giving her a massage was sentenced to state prison. 

Vasiliy "Ardi" Galashev, 62, was sentenced by Judge Carlos Armour to four years in state prison for sexually assaulting a woman who hired him for massage services. 

The incident first came to light in May 2015, when the alleged victim came to the Escondido Police Department’s Family Protection Unit, saying she had been raped by 61-year-old Vasiliy "Ardi" Galashev.

Galashev, a registered sex offender in California, calls himself "Master Ardi" and claims he is a 7th generation Tibetan healer, according to Escondido Police detectives. He massages clients as a form of treatment.

During one of those massages, the alleged victim said she was raped. When she went to police, investigators collected DNA evidence from her and sent it to the sheriff’s crime lab for analysis.

Two months later, detectives interviewed Galashev and collected DNA from him to compare to the evidence found on the woman.

The crime lab confirmed the two samples were an exact match in November 2015, Escondido police said.

Galashev pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting the victim. 



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Man Convicted of Firing at Police During Pursuit Sentenced

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A man convicted of firing shots at a Carlsbad police patrol car, disabling it, has been sentenced. 

Cameron Avery Valentine, 27, pleaded guilty to firing at the pursuing police car during an early morning chase. A judge sentenced him to 37 years and eight months in prison. He will have to serve the sentence at 85 percent, according to the District Attorney's Office. 

The pursuit unfolded in June 2015 when police said Valentine escaped the scene of a burglary on La Costa Boulevard. 

When a Carlbad officer gave chase, Valentine fired a gun out the truck's back window, striking the patrol vehicle several times, according to investigators.

The pursuit ended when the police cruiser broke down three miles later, and the suspect got away. The officer inside the car was not injured.

An ensuing investigation led officers to a house on Norwich Street in Clairemont. San Diego police officers, aiding Carlsbad, detained two men of interest at a gas station near the house.

One of those men, Valentine, was arrested shortly after on suspicion of attempted murder, assault with a deadly weapon on a police officer, vehicle burglary and felony evading a police officer.

Valentine pleaded guilty. 



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US Gymnasts' Doctor, Accused of Abuse, Fired From Univ.

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A doctor who for 20 years treated some of America's Olympic gymnasts has been terminated from his post at Michigan State University amid an investigation into sexual misconduct allegations, NBC News reported.

Dr. Larry Nassar was terminated Tuesday after the school said it learned he was violating "certain employment requirements" brought about after a recent graduate in 2014 lodged a misconduct complaint, which did not result in any charges.

Two more gymnasts, one of them an Olympic medalist who has not been named, recently accused Nassar of having molested them, prompting an undisclosed number of other women to make complaints against Nassar, prosecutors said.

Nassar, the team doctor for USA Gymnastics from 1996 to 2015, has denied any abuse through his legal team and has not been charged with a crime. His new attorney, Matt Newburg, had no comment on his firing.



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Victims Trapped Inside Overturned Vehicle in Mission Valley

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Authorities extricated people from inside an overturned vehicle in Mission Valley on Tuesday evening, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) confirmed.

The crash happened at approximately 6:28 p.m. on Friars Road off the northbound State Route 163.

CHP says the vehicle landed on its side and there were victims in the backseat who are unable to get out. It is unclear how many victims there are. The weather is believed to be a factor in this crash.

No other information was immediately available.

Check back for updates on this breaking news story. 



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Passengers Rescued from Mount Hope Crash: CHP

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Passengers involved in a car crashed on a freeway connector near San Diego's Mount Hope neighborhood suffered minor injuries, California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers said.

The crash happened Tuesday evening on the Interstate 15 and westbound State Route 94 connector. 

The car rolled onto its side around 6:28 p.m., trapping people in the back seat.

No one was taken to the hospital. No other injuries have been reported at this time, San Diego Fire-Rescue officials said. 

No other information was immediately available.

Louisiana Musicians Getting a Little Help From Friends in SD

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Two local bayou-tied organizations are raising relief funds for Louisiana musicians affected by recent flooding.

Gator By The Bay, the largest Louisiana-themed music and food festival in San Diego, and The Bon Temps Social Club of San Diego (BTSC), a non-profit that sponsors Cajun and zydeco dance events, are hosting a benefit concert on Wednesday at Tio Leo’s Mexican Restaurant in Morena.

Admission is $10 and all proceeds will go towards the Louisiana Musicians' Flood Relief Fund.

The event goes from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. and features a Louisiana-inspired dance lesson and live sets by seven local zydeco, blues and swing bands. Here's a look at the schedule:

6:00 p.m. - Dance Lesson with Greg Benusa

6:30 p.m. - Naked I

7:00 p.m. - Euphoria Brass Band

7:40 p.m. - The Bayou Brothers

8:20 p.m. - Sue Palmer and her Motel Swing Orchestra

9:00 p.m. - Theo & The Zydeco Patrol

9:40 p.m. - Mercedes Moore Band

10:20 p.m. - Casey Hensley Band

Concertgoers will have a chance at winning a limited-edition, signed Gator By The Bay poster through a silent auction, and random drawings for CD’s, Gator By The Bay t-shirts and restaurant gift cards will take place throughout the night.

Click here to donate to the Louisiana Musicians’ Flood Relief Fund.



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Order Online, Skip the Line at Hot Dog on a Stick

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Hot Dog on a Stick unveiled a new online ordering platform that makes waiting in line a thing of the past.

You can now order your favorite stick items online, or through Hot Dog on a Stick’s HDoaS mobile app, and have your food fresh and ready to pick up at a requested time. New app users will receive a $2 credit toward their next purchase.

The popular fast food restaurant is also gearing up for Halloween, offering discounts through its Spooky Tricks & Party Packs promotion.

Say “Stick or Treat” at the counter on Halloween and get your choice of a turkey, beef, cheese or veggie Spooky Stick for just $1.

Starting October 1, customers can also get 10 percent off of Party Packs, 25 stick items and gallons of lemonade, using the promo code “HDOS10” on online orders (Minimum order of $50).



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Terence Crutcher, Shot by Tulsa PD, Was Family Man

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The death of Terence Crutcher, the unarmed Tulsa man shot dead by police on Friday, sparked outrage in the community and around the country, especially after authorities released dashcam and helicopter footage of his death on Monday.

But to Arlando Jasper, he was the man who 15 years ago pulled up to a bus stop and said, at random, "God told me to take you wherever you want to go," NBC News reported.

Just like that, Crutcher drove him to his job, and they've been friends ever since. Crutcher was studying music appreciation at Tusla Community College, and Jasper remembered him as a family man who frequently went to church — so he was shocked at Crutcher's death.

"He just wanted to be a good father for his children, his four children, he wanted to do something life," his twin sister, Tiffany Crutcher, said at a news conference on Monday.



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