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CALIFORNIA —On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all across California. Here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.
- Woman Bystander Stops Stolen Car Chase By Snatching Keys From Driver
- 4-Year-Old Abducted From Restaurant, Saved From Kidnaper's Motel Room: PD
- Bodies Found In Freeway Homeless Encampment; No Arrests Made
- 'Sometimes, Crime Finds Us' Suspected DUI Driver Crashes Into Police Station
- Watch Your Step: Yosemite Has A Pooping Problem
- 3-Year-Old Child Missing, Father Found Dead: Police
- Senior Outsmarts Robber: Police
- 3 Injured Evacuating Smoke-Filled American Airlines Plane
- Tire Falls Off United Plane Over CA City
- Middle School Teacher Turned Killer Found Guilty Of Murder, Sexual Assault
- Taco Bell To Open 'Early Retirement Community'
- 3-Year-Old Dies, Twin In Critical Condition In Possible Overdose
- Crew Rescues Husky Stuck On Cliff
- 4 Dead In Family Massacre, Toddler In Critical Condition; Arrest: PD
- Zip-Tied Dog Rescued From Malibu Canyon
- Resident Shoots Home-Invasion Robber
- 19 Dogs Die, Dozens Suffer In Extreme Heat When Owner Falls Ill
- Mountain Lion Hit By Car Released Into Wild
Other notable stories this week include:
Gavin Newsom For President? Tallying Up His Assets And Liabilities
As Democrats have panicked over President Joe Biden's lackluster debate performance, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is the talk of the town.
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Remembering Willie Mays At Oracle Park
A public celebration of Willie Mays was held Monday in San Francisco.
Pandas Settle Into New Home At San Diego Zoo
The San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance shared new photos of Yun Chuan and Xin Bao, the first pandas to enter the U.S. in 21 years.
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Alec Baldwin's Involuntary Manslaughter Case Tossed In Middle Of Trial
The charges can not be refiled. The decision was based on the misconduct of police and prosecutors over the withholding of evidence.
Dogs Spent '45 Minutes In Hot Car' Before Murrieta Police Freed Them
When two dogs were barking outside the Murrieta Walmart, their barks led to a call for help.
Driver Slams Into Store, And Thieves Make Off With $25K In Shoes
A group of burglars intentionally crashed into a shoe store in LA and made off with about $25,000 in shoes.
Arson Fire Targets Golden Bear Cafe At UC Berkeley
"Malicious and intentional" fire: The cafe also houses several student services, including the campus program for disabled students.
Man Stabs Brother 8 Times In San Diego: Police
A fight between two brothers ended with one in a hospital and the other in jail, authorities said.
Top Performers Head To Temecula Valley Wine Country: Summer 2024
We've got your summer concert lineup from yacht rock and tribute bands to Toad the Wet Sprocket, Verve Pipe, Elle King, and Corey Kent.
Driver In Fatal Malibu Crash Identified As Social Media Personality
The actor, who also voiced a long-running character in "Bob's Burgers" faces up to five years in prison.
Man Accused Of Throwing Puppy Down Stairs: LAPD
The dog, malnourished and suffering from a broken leg, was rescued by police from the suspect's apartment, the LAPD said.
Young Owl Rescued From RivCo Barn Fire Is Set Free
Nearly three months after he was saved from a burning barn, his Riverside County Fire Department rescuers released him into the wild.
'Remarkable' Bear Can't Stay Away From The City
From Claremont to Malibu and the forest to the valley and back again and again, the bear dubbed Yellow 2291 might have something to teach us
San Diego Restaurant Week To Return This Fall
More than 100 restaurants from Oceanside to Chula Vista are slated to participate in the foodie-favorite week.
Zoo-Raised Threatened Species Released In Yosemite National Park
The Rim Fire of 2013 caused a 50-percent plunge in the Yosemite toad population.
Man Arrested Following Rape Of Incapacitated Woman: Police
Police say that they have video evidence of the rape.
Jewelry Store Hit By Armed Robbers; Nearly $500,000 In Jewelry Taken: Police
The organized retail theft included thieves armed with guns and sledgehammers.
3 Sentenced For Cartel Kidnapping Of 2 Women In San Diego County
The defendants kidnapped, threatened and assaulted two El Cajon women, the San Diego County District Attorney's Office said.
Remains of World War II Serviceman From RivCo to Return Home Next Week
Air Corps Pvt. Charles R. Powers survived an infamous WWII death march to a prison camp where he died. His remains are finally coming home.
RivCo. Double Murder Suspect Walks Out Of Jail
An 18-year-old man suspected of killing two other men at a park on Monday was released from jail Friday amid "some questions."
Woman Settles Sexual Abuse Lawsuit vs. Roman Polanski
A woman who sued director Roman Polanski, alleging he sexually assaulted her at his Los Angeles home when she was a minor, agreed to settle.
George Clooney: 'Love Joe Biden. But We Need A New Nominee'
After hosting a SoCal fundraiser that brought in a record haul for the president, actor George Clooney is calling for him to step aside.
LA28 Announces New Olympics Venues In Los Angeles, Long Beach, Carson
LA28 organizers announced more than a dozen new venue assignments for the 2028 Summer Olympics.
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