Thousands of San Diegans headed to our local beaches to celebrate 4th of July, as all San Diego beach parking lots reached capacity a little bit after 10:30 yesterday morning. An excessive heat warning is in effect today for San Diego's inland valleys and mountain communities. This weekend, those serving in the U.S. military can adopt a pet at a reduced cost, courtesy of the Helen Woodward's Paws for Patriots Event.

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A number of fireworks displays are taking place across San Diego County today in commemoration of 4th of July, including the Big Bay Boom at 9:00 at the San Diego Bay. California Highway Patrol's maximum enforcement period is now in effect for the 4th of July holiday. Readers at USA Today have named Fiesta Island as the top dog park in the country.

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San Diego police are asking for the public's help in finding the man suspected of a serious assault in the Gaslamp Quarter. As more people are headed to the beach this summer, concerns are growing in La Jolla about visitors getting too close to the sea lions. The CHP is expected to intensify its policing in San Diego-area freeways this holiday weekend. NBC'S Marianne Kushi has the top stories of the day.

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Several brush fires started popping up Monday afternoon, with the biggest one happening in a remote area in Boulevard. Avocado prices could soon go up after reports of cartel violence in Mexico. The 12-member Olympic Skateboarding Team is heading to France, with 8 San Diegans as part of the team. NBC 7's Steven Luke has the top stories of the day.

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Surcharges are staying in California restaurants for now after a last-minute emergency legislation. A slew of new statewide laws are taking place today. A new simple, but uncommon, way of walking can benefit your body. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi has the top stories of the day.

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A man accused of two attempted kidnappings in Mission Valley may have tried to abduct other children. A warning for hikers as temperatures are expected to rise in San Diego County. The San Diego Humane Society is offering free microchipping ahead of Fourth of July. NBC 7's Nichelle Medina has the top stories of the day.

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A major ruling from the Supreme Court could impact how cities, including San Diego, deal with the homeless crisis. The finalized proposal for the Midway Rising Project could be presented by the end of the year. Water rate hikes could be coming soon, after the San Diego Water Authority approved a 4% increase in wholesale rates. NBC 7's Nichelle Medina has the top stories of the day.

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In the "Today in San Diego" podcast, Yun Chuan and Xin Bao arrive safely, San Diego Water Authority approves a 4% wholesale rate hike, and prepare for crowds at the airport as TSA expects to break screening records this weekend.

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In the "Today in San Diego" podcast, thousands of people were under evacuation orders after a fire in Del Mar started burning out of control, Deputy District Attorney Eva Kilamyan said that her office believes there could be additional attempted kidnapping victims, and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria is in China on a panda diplomacy trip.

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The man accused of trying to kidnap two girls at the Mission Valley Mall is making his first court appearance today. San Diego police believe they have found the body of a 50-year-old woman who went missing on Sunday while hiking on Black Mountain trail. The 2-month-old baby who died after being left inside a parked car for hours has been identified. NBC 7's Nicole Gomez has the top stories of the day.

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