Glowing Fireworms | Sand Melts Tourist's Skin | Baby Thrown In Trash

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.

• Beach Homeowner Goes Viral For Berating Family Of Beachgoers
• Nearly 100 ‘Delicacy’ Ducklings Rescued From 'Horrible Situation'
• Good Samaritan’s Car Hit Over And Over Again On Freeway: Video
• Tourist's Skin Melted Off From Walking On Hot CA Sand
• CA Chain Offers Half-Off Meal All Month After Viral Order Mistake
• Fireworms And Red Tide Set Coast Aglow
• 'California Forever' Utopian Development Pulled From November Ballot
• Woman Murdered Wife, Injured Mother-In-Law With Samurai Sword: Sheriff
• Ground Squirrels Invading CA After Poison Ban, Exterminator Says
• SoCal Could Lose 2028 Olympics Amid Anti-Doping Dispute
• 1-Day-Old Baby Found Dead In Trash Can: Reports
• Feds Nab 64-Year-Old Who Catfished 12-Year-Old Girl Online
• Father Of 15-Year-Old Who Went Missing Arrested In Bizarre Twist
• Car Shooting: 4 Teen Suspects Arrested
• 'Ghostly' Dolphin Spotted Off Coast Of South OC
• As Newsom Finishes His Governorship, Would-Be Successors Are Multiplying
• Peninsula Native Becomes 1st Woman To Win Napa To Sonoma Half Marathon
• Crypt Caper: Cult Classic Horror Character's Statue Stolen
• Actor Vince Vaughn Now Owns Majority Stake In CA Pickleball Team
• SoCal Mother, 3 Young Daughters Killed In Crash

Other notable stories this week include:

Alameda County Wildfire Tears Through 500 Acres, Just 10-Percent Contained

The wind-driven Flynn Fire in Alameda County sparked off Interstate Highway 580 just before 10 p.m.

Worker Killed By Tow Truck On 5 Freeway While Picking Up Trash

A Caltrans worker was fatally struck by a tow truck Monday while trying to pick up trash on the 5 Freeway.

Livermore K-9 Spots Meth, Fentanyl In Car

Two Washington men were arrested after police found large quantities of illegal drugs in their car, police said.

Marilyn Monroe Statue In Palm Springs To Be Relocated

The agreement follows a legal challenge to the giant sculpture's location.

5 Major East Bay Solar Projects Will Lower Bills 20-Percent — For Some

The first two projects are slated to be operational next spring.

SAG-AFTRA Video Game Actors To Go On Strike

Artificial intelligence is a sticking point in contract talks between SAG-AFTRA and producers.

Wet Fall To Arrive Late In CA: Old Farmer's Almanac Prediction

Blazing temperatures and heavy rainfall will grace the Golden State once again late this fall into early winter, forecasters said.

Newsom To Order Dismantling Of CA Homeless Encampments

The order comes less than a month after the Supreme Court reversed a ruling that prohibited cities from banning encampments.

Teen Killed In Mysterious San Diego County Mass Shooting Identified

A 19-year-old boy was one of four teens rushed to the hospital in Escondido with bullet wounds.

Probation For Trash Truck Driver Who Ignited Deadly Sandalwood Fire

The 2019 blaze ripped through 1,011 acres in Calimesa, killing two people, destroying 72 structures and damaging 16 others.

Menifee Family Member Accidentally Shot While Sleeping

The victim was inside her home, asleep in her bedroom, when she was awakened by a loud bang and sudden lower pain.’

Remains Of Fallen WWII Sergeant Come Home To IE After 80 Years

The remains of Tech Sgt. Donald V. Banta of Los Angeles arrive July 25 at Ontario International Airport. He was killed in action in 1944.

LA County Man Pleads Guilty To Porn-Site Investment Fraud: DOJ

An LA County man pleaded guilty to bilking investors — who thought they were set to partially own porn sites — out of over $1 million.

Fremont Police Chief Addresses Homicides

With two homicides reported on Saturday, FPD Chief Sean Washington has written a letter to the community to reassure residents.

Vons, Albertsons Sales Delayed As Judge Halts Mega Kroger Merger

The future of the stores remains uncertain pending legal challenges.

Westwood's Village Theatre, Bruin Set To Close

It's the end of an era for two historic movie theaters that have stood across from each other for nearly 100 years.

3 Women Accused In Pleasanton Lululemon Theft

Police allege they saw a car linked to an earlier theft in a shopping center parking lot and caught the group in the act of another crime.

Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Jennifer Coolidge Among Comic-Con Stars

The convention encompasses a wide array of events, including panel discussions, celebrity appearances, art exhibits, and merchandising.

Man Gets 50-To-Life For Home Invasion Sexual Assault In San Diego

The 35-year-old attacker, who had multiple prior convictions for residential burglary, was connected to the case through DNA.

50 Dogs Need Homes After Owner Found Dead In Riverside County

Riverside County shelters are currently very full, so many of the canines will likely be rehomed out of state.

Man Killed In Intentional Hit-And-Run: SD Sheriff's Department

Witnesses said they saw the victim talking to the occupants of a vehicle before the driver accelerated and ran him over

Housing Approved On San Francisco’s Stonestown Galleria Shopping Center

Supervisors approved the plan this week for 3,500 homes