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First Monkeypox Death; Largest Fire Of The Year: Top CA Stories
Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.
CALIFORNIA – It was another busy news week across California. Missed the headlines on Patch?
Whether you're looking for breaking or bizarre news, or sweet or silly features, we've rounded up some of the most share-worthy stories from the past week.
Take a look at some of this week's top news stories from across the state.
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CA Becomes 1st To Adopt This Controversial Social Media Law
Gov. Gavin Newsom just signed a first of its kind policy to target hate speech and disturbing content on social media platforms.
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CA Bill Would Force Pay-Scale Disclosure For All Employees
When searching for a job in California, it can be a challenge to find out how much an employer will pay. A new bill could change that.
CA Giving Away $9.5B Next Month: What To Know
A proposal from six months ago will finally make its way into the wallets of Californians in need. What to know.
CA Sues Amazon Over Anti-Competitive Practices That Violate State Laws
The state has accused the giant of bending the market by pushing sellers to maintain higher prices on products sold on other websites.
Mosquito Fire Becomes 2022's Largest CA Blaze
The fast-moving blaze decimated dozens of homes and charred 70 structures in two Golden State counties.
Nation's First Confirmed Monkeypox Death Reported In LA County
The person who died was severely immunocompromised. The fatal case comes as the spread of the disease appears to be slowing in Los Angeles.
National Railroad Strike Hits CA: Here Are The Affected Routes
The potential strike could spell trouble for commuters, long-distance travelers and California's already bedeviled supply chain issues.
Newsom Launches Service To Connect Women With Abortion Care In CA
In response to a recent rollback of abortion services in some states, CA has continued to double down on increasing access to services.
Free Online Tutoring Made Available To All CA Students
The free 24/7 online tutoring program arrives as reports reveal the COVID-19 pandemic's staggering toll on K-12 and college students.
8 CA Bed Bath & Beyond Stores Shuttering As Part Of Mass Closings
The eight California stores are among 56 set for closure by the company, which said it will eventually shutter 150 locations.
Video Shows CA Educator Pushing Special Needs Student: Report
A former principal of a California school is facing charges of cruelty after video footage showed him pushing a student to the ground.
Young Mother Beheaded In NorCal; Local Leaders Express Condolences
Community members and local elected officials mourned a 27-year-old California mother who was brutally murdered this week.
Tesla Sued Over Disputed Claims About Its Self-Driving Cars
The lawsuit alleges Tesla has since 2016 knowingly misrepresented the self-driving capabilities of its vehicles.
Sheriff's Investigators Raid Home Of County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s deputies served County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl at her home.
OC Mom Of Teen Who Punched Player During Game Must Pay 9K, Apologize
The woman reportedly told her daughter to hit another player at a youth basketball game in Garden Grove last November.
Two Arrested In Burglary Of Mayoral Candidate Karen Bass's Home
Police arrested two men suspected of burglarizing Rep. Karen Bass's home, leaving valuables but taking her guns.
SoCal Rain Records Crushed By Tropical Storm Kay
Kay was the closest a Pacific hurricane has come to California in 50 years, and the heatwave is what allowed such a powerful storm to land.
'Beautiful, Shiny, Amazing': Legacy Of South OC Boy Lives On
The Orange County community rallied to sell over 200 handmade bouquets to benefit the family of 8-year-old Bradley Rofer.
On 9/11, A San Diego Woman Swam From Catalina To LA
On her 21st 'channelversary,' Andrea Halligan remembers both euphoria and horror.
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