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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:

San Diego County Home Sales Drop By Double Digits At 2018's Close

• Home sales fell by double digits for the second consecutive month in December 2018, according to newly released data.

Type O Blood Shortage Reported In San Diego County

• The San Diego Blood Bank Wednesday announced that it is in immediate need of donations of type O blood.

San Diego Supervisors OK Land Purchase For County Preserve

• The Board of Supervisors Wednesday approved the purchase of more than 600 acres of land in Hellhole Canyon Preserve in Valley Center.

Man Fatally Shot By Deputies In Lemon Grove ID'd

• Adolfo Gonzalez of San Diego was mortally wounded when Deputies Carlos Cenizo, Sean Daly and Casey Dow opened fire on him at Del Taco.

Motorcyclist Injured In Crash Near Kearny Mesa Shopping Center

• A motorcyclist was hospitalized with serious injuries after he collided with an SUV near a Kearny Mesa shopping center, police said.

Thieves Rob Man At Gunpoint In Rolando

• Two men robbed a pedestrian at gunpoint Wednesday morning in the Rolando area, police said.

Man Arrested After Gunshot Leads To Brief Standoff In Vista

• Witnesses said a man attempted to vandalize his sister's car tires with a knife, then threatened family members with a gun, police said.

High Surf, Strong Rip Currents Expected In San Diego County

• Waves ranging from six to 14 feet are possible in some areas, with the highest sets anticipated south of Del Mar, forecasters said.

SDCCU, County Libraries Launch Financial Education Seminar Series

• San Diego County Credit Union and the San Diego County Library System are offering financial education seminars.

Small Earthquake Hits Near Ocotillo Wells In San Diego County

• The quake was reported Tuesday evening. Did you feel it?

Gas Prices Drop For 20th Consecutive Day In San Diego County

• The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in San Diego County dropped Wednesday to its lowest amount since Jan. 26, 2018.

Gorgeous Carlsbad Home With Panoramic Hilltop Views

• This $3,499,000 home has four fireplaces, a swimming pool and spa, wraparound balcony, lush landscaping and a tranquil pond.

Completely Rebuilt Coronado Home With Breathtaking Water Views

• This $3,875,000 property has collapsible floor-to-ceiling glass doors and multiple entertaining areas, including an oversized rooftop deck.

Hillside Encinitas Estate With Extraordinary City Views

• This $3,395,000 property features 1,000 square feet of guest living quarters. Check out the city views of Encinitas to La Jolla!

Beautiful La Jolla Home With Breathtaking Ocean Views

• Situated on a bluff above La Jolla Cove, this $29.5 million property offers a guest house, plus seaside terraces and spectacular views.

Stunning Santee Home With Panoramic City Views

• The backyard of this $999,900 home features a pool with a detached pool bath, a BBQ island, a fire pit and a large gazebo for entertaining.

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