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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.
- CA Hospital System Dumped Human Flesh, Blood And Fentanyl: DA
- Chocolate Truck Catches Fire On Freeway
- 'Why Me?' Acquitted Of Sex Abuse, Man Sues After Years In Jail: Report
- Woman Hides From Home-Invasion Robbers, Calling 911 From Closet
- Corvette Split In Half By Light Pole In High-Speed Crash
- CA Murderer Escapes From Prison; Manhunt Underway
- Newspaper Owner's Planned ‘Bias Meter’ Triggers Outrage, Resignation
- California State Capitol Evacuated After Email Threat: Authorities
- Man Rams Car, Chases Woman Into Store And Shoots Her And Himself
- Vehicle Hurls Off Cliff Into Ocean, Bystanders Save Victim: FD
- Missing Hawaii Woman May Have Been Tied to Green Card Marriage
- Teacher Claims She Was Fired Over Anti-Trump Comments
- Robert Redford Lists $4.15M CA Cottage
- Burglar Attacks Pregnant Woman, Tries To Kidnap Senior: Police
- Supervisors Remove Gender-Specific Pronouns From Ordinances
- Unclaimed $200M Mega Millions Jackpot Expires In 2 Days
- School Shooter Wanted 'Child Executions' In Response To Gaza: Police
- Man Accused Of Stealing Over $40K In Gasoline
- CA Woman Alex Consani Becomes First Trans Model To Win 'Model Of Year'
- Suspect Arrested In Unprovoked Vehicle-To-Vehicle Shooting
- 'Rape Club’ Prison To Close Permanently: Reports
- CA Climber One Of 3 Missing, Presumed Dead On New Zealand Mountain: Reports
- USC Urgently Advises Students To Return Before Trump Takes Office
- Severely Injured Mountain Lion Rehabilitated And Released Into Wild
- Scripps Health Doctors Receive Grant To Develop Smart Shoulder Implant
- Flight Over Pacific Forced To Turn Back To CA Due To Mechanical Issue
- Transient Stabs Teen In Church Playground: Report
- CA Woman Dies After Being Bitten By Rabid Bat
- Shark Encounters Off CA Coast Prompt Warning
- 5 Things To Know About CA's Tsunami Warning, Earthquake
Other notable stories this week include:
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Francesca Eastwood Won't Face Charges In Domestic Violence Case
Actor Francesca Eastwood was arrested in October on a felony domestic violence charge, according to reports.
Choirs Perform Holiday Favorites 8,516 Feet Above Sea Level
Ride the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway on Wednesday, Thursday, or Sunday evenings to experience the holiday shows far above Riverside County.
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Over 215 Pounds Of Fentanyl Pills Found In SUV At CA Border
During a secondary inspection, officers discovered and removed 30 packages from the doors, rear quarter panels and spare tire of the SUV.
Healdsburg Among 10 Best Christmas Towns In America: Newsweek
The city in northern Sonoma County was one of two in California to make the Newsweek Readers' Choice list for 2024.
Buy An Olive Farm For Christmas: Graber Olives Property At $3 Million
IEs Graber tree-ripened olives were sold as holiday treats, enjoyed at Augusta National and showcased on Jimmy Fallon and Ghost Hunters.
1 Killed In Robbery Shootout With Strip Mall Security Guard
The shooting reportedly left a check cashing store security guard wounded and a suspect dead in the Mid-City area.
Woman Killed After High-Speed Chase Leads To Fiery Rollover Crash
A Huntington Beach man suspected of arson was arrested after a violent rollover crash in Orange County left a woman dead.
Injured Coyote Captured In San Leandro
The animal was taken to a wildlife hospital for treatment.
Palm Springs Debuts Blue Zones Project To Boost Community Health
To help improve health, happiness and longevity among Palm Springs residents, the city has adopted the Blue Zones Initiative.
Newsom’s Memoir Releases In May: A Hint Toward White House Bid?
Some speculate that Newsom is taking a page from Obama's book by introducing himself to a national audience with his upcoming memoir.
South OC Dentist Who Molested 4-Year-Old Charged, Police Say
The San Clemente orthodontist has been charged with multiple felonies for molesting a young boy starting when the boy was just 4.
Rising Sun Leads To 3-Vehicle Crash In Pacifica: Police
A driver who drifted into oncoming traffic Monday told investigators their vision was obscured by the morning sun.
Measles Case Confirmed In Orange County After Infant Visits CHOC
Orange County health officials confirmed a case of measles in an infant who returned to the county after traveling internationally.
Vicious Pit Bull Granted Reprieve After Biting Woman
A judge allowed the condemned dog named Conan to live under certain conditions.
San Diego Student To Represent CA In U.S. Senate Youth Program
Only two California students were chosen for the competitive pro
Tsunami Warning Canceled After Large Earthquakes Shake Northern CA
A tsunami warning was issued after a magnitude 7 earthquake was recorded off the California coast.
Victim In High-Speed Crash ID'd As Foreign Exchange Student: Police
The 43-year-old OC man charged with the woman's murder was taken into custody Wednesday after being released from a hospital.
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