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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.

• US Offers Military Funeral Honors To Jan. 6 Insurrectionist Ashli Babbitt
• A Bear Is Responsible For 12 NorCal Home Invasions — Now Her Life Is At Stake
• Southwest Changes Requirements For Plus-Size Travelers
• Longstanding Retail Giant Set To Close In CA Mall
• Illicit Massage Businesses Busted In Expansive Operation: Police
• NFL Player Saves Victim Of Quadruple Fatal Crash
• Man Who Yelled 'RIP' While Fleeing Crash Scene Arrested: Police
• Dog Helps Locate Missing Owner In California, Disappears Before Crews Can Secure Him
• Delta Pilot And Ex-Girlfriend To Stand Trial On 24 Counts Of Child Sexual Abuse
• Restaurant, Fashion Steals & Deals: Labor Day Weekend 2025 In CA
• A CA Man Helped Restrain A Rowdy Passenger Aboard A Flight. He Was Honored With City Key
• LA Man Wanted For Kidnapping At Gunpoint Arrested In The Bay Area: Police
• CA Native Breaks World Record In 30-Mile Swim To Golden Gate Bridge: Report
• Cal Fire Investigating Handling Of Smoldering Ashes By Winery Worker In The Pickett Fire
• Leaders Of Religious Group Arrested Amid Disappearance Of Ex-Member
• Homeless Encampments In CA's 10 Largest Cities To Be Cleared In 30 Days: Newsom
• Delta To Pay $78.8M For Dumping Fuel Over Thousands, Including School Children
• Trump Ends Kamala Harris' Secret Service Protection Early
• Trump Threatens To Sue CA Over Redistricting Days After Praising Texas Gerrymandering
• Border Patrol Agent Involved In Controversial Arrests Dead At 29
• CA Parents Claim AI Chatbot Became Son's 'Suicide Coach' In Lawsuit
• The Future Is Bright For Women's Pro Soccer, Say Bay FC Founders
• Beloved Antiques Fair And Flea Market Returns
• Popular 49ers Jerseys Stolen From Sporting Goods Store In Bay Area
• Hundreds Of Mountain Yellow-Legged Frogs Leap Back Into Wild In SoCal
• School Board Tables Debate Over Rules Limiting Shared Spaces With Transgender Students

Other notable stories this week include:

Carjacker Dragged Maintenance Worker, Rammed Police Vehicle: Authorities

A theft in Santa Rosa led to a police chase through downtown Healdsburg, authorities said.

1 Death Confirmed In Small Plane Crash Near Los Banos In Central California

The California Highway Patrol said the crash happened in an open area just off the freeway between Highways 165 and 152 near Los Banos.

Bookmaker Linked To Baseball Star Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter Sentenced

Mathew Bowyer, now 50, pleaded guilty a year ago to running an illegal gambling business, money laundering and filing a false tax return.

Banning Gears Up For Stagecoach Days Rodeo And Concerts

From bull riding to live country music, Banning’s signature event promises three days of rodeo thrills, music, food and family fun.

Guillermo del Toro Almost Lost His Film Memorabilia In The Wildfires. Now, He's Letting Some Go

Guillermo del Toro partnered with Heritage Auctions for an auction to sell a fraction of a collection that is bursting at the seams.

Beloved Bay Area Children's Park Celebrates 75 Years

Children's Fairyland at Lake Merritt is holding a "birthday party" to mark its longevity.

Yum Food Fest Returns To Palm Desert This Fall

The food festival and night market is celebrating its five year anniversary this year.

CA COVID Rates Surge Among 'Highest In The Nation'

California's coronavirus wave is hitting later than last year and climbing to worrisome levels. What to know.

Sea Lion In 'Critical' Condition Rescued, Prognosis Remains Uncertain: PMMC

A California sea lion exhibiting wounds and severe malnourishment was rescued in Orange County this morning.

Howl-O-Scream To Unleash Fifth Year Of Fear At SeaWorld San Diego

Howl-O-Scream returns with reimagined haunted houses, new scare zones, hidden speakeasies and more at the San Diego theme park.

2 Arrested In Violent Road-Rage Chase In North County

The road-rage incident left a pedestrian severely injured and multiple vehicles damaged, authorities said.

SeaWorld San Diego's Halloween Spooktacular To Return With All-New Spooky Surprises

The family-friendly event will feature enchanting mermaids, whimsical pirates, spooky surprises and trick-or-treating throughout the park.

3 SoCal Airports Ground All Flights Due To Thunderstorm Activity

All departing flights from three Southern California airports have been ordered a ground stop due to thunderstorm activity in the region.

Suspects Steal More Than $2K From Livermore Ross Stores: Police

Police said they found racks of clothes and bags inside two suspect vehicles.

Following Racism Scandal, A South Bay Police Department Enters Reform Agreement With CA

CA Attorney General Rob Bonta said the agreement would allow the department to "better protect the safety of the community it serves."

Long Beach Play Touches On Identity Within A Multi-Cultural Family

"I hope that all audiences will see themselves and their families in this story," Playwright Wendy Graf said.

5 Deputies Injured While Helping Evacuate Residents From Apartment Fire In The South Bay: Sheriff

A dramatic video published on Friday morning by the sheriff's department shows deputies clearing apartment units in heavy smoke conditions.

Bay Area Sues State Claiming $38 Million Shortfall

The County claims the state is withholding funds that are threatening core local services.

Fatal Stabbing At Caltrain Station In Bay Area Ends With Suspect's Arrest: Police

The victim had been transported to the hospital where he later died from his injuries, police said.

Man Caught Trying To Film Woman In Bathroom In Bay Area

Witnesses said the suspect fled the scene before police arrived.