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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.
- Catering Van Plows Into Pier Crowd, Injuring 6: Reports
- New Day Brings Hope In Fire 'War Zone': CA Fire Photos
- Aerial Video Shows Street-Level Destruction Of Palisades Fire
- Firefighters Brace For Strong Santa Ana Winds Next Week
- No, The Hollywood Sign Didn't Burn Down
- Fire Crackdown Targets Looters, Curfew Violators, Drones, Scammers
- Palisades, Eaton Fires Among Most Destructive In CA History
- Aerial Video Shows Street-Level Destruction Of Palisades Fire
- LA Mayor Faces Scrutiny Over Fire Response, Trip Abroad
- Another Evacuation Alert Sent In Error Across Los Angeles County
- These Beloved Restaurants Were Lost In SoCal Wildfires
- NorCal Strike Teams Deploy To Southland Blazes
- Amid La Nina, SoCal Returns To Drought With Record Dry Weather
- Plane Crashes Into Backyard Trees, Narrowly Misses House
- 'Meat Heist' Foiled, Pricy Ribeye Cache Recovered
- Serial Rapist Receives Multiple Life Sentences
- DJ Molested Preteen Boy In Mall Parking Lot: DA
- Teacher Tried To Meet With Minor For Sex, Police Say
- Dead Man Washes Ashore On Beach
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Other notable stories this week include:
The boys were ages 14, 15 and 16, and were all from Vallejo, police said.
The Social Security Fairness Act expands benefits to former teachers, police officers and more workers.
Newsom Orders Investigation Into LA Water Supply Issues Amid Fires
Governor Gavin Newsom announced Friday that state officials will investigate the cause of water pressure loss and resource shortages.
CA's $322B Budget Proposal: Reviving Hollywood Jobs, Free Preschool
The governor's plan does not report a deficit, but California is still waiting to see if Trump will revoke billions in federal dollars.
Electrical Faults Surged Before LA Wildfires Erupted: Reports
The number of faults on the power grid increased in the wildfire areas hours before flames decimated LA County.
Real ID Deadline Just Months Away
The Real ID Act of 2005 was originally supposed to take effect in 2008 but has been delayed for multiple reasons.
Community Rallies To Support Firefighter Who Died In Line Of Duty
The fundraiser benefits the family of Kevin Skinner who suffered a heart attack while fighting a house fire.
10 Kohl's Stores Closing In California
Kohl's plans to close 27 underperforming stores by April, including 10 stores in the Golden State.
9 Macy's Stores To Close In California
Macy's is shuttering 66 stores as part of a turnaround plan to save the company. See which locations are closing.
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