Serial Killer Linked To O.J. Case Executed | Camper Missing Weeks Found Alive | Bear Drama

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.

• Camper Missing For Weeks In Sierra National Forest Found Alive After Blizzard
• Family Suspected Of Torturing 6 Children
• Weary Mamma Bear Lets Wildlife Officials Free Tangled Cub
• Mysterious Buried Treasure Found In CA
• Suspected Serial Killer Linked To O.J. Simpson Case Executed
• Bear Searching For Snack Gets Trapped Inside CA Family's SUV
• 'Teacher Of The Year' Sentenced For Sexually Abusing Students
• Mysterious Bird Deaths Plague Bay Area Street: Report
• CA Serial Killer Linked To Another Victim After 45 Years: Police.
• Rape Kit Backlog Up-To-Date At Last, Police Say
• Amazon Driver Defecates, Urinates Outside CA Homes: Videos
• Woman Finds Mother's Dog-Mauled Body In Homeless Encampment
• This CA City Decreased Its Homeless Population By Over 60 Percent
• Endangered 'Pet' Spider Monkey Rescued During Police Search
• $30 Minimum Wage Increase Approved By Large CA City
• Man Throws Woman From Three-Story Balcony: Police
• 5 Things To Know About The Menendez Brothers’ Surprise Parole Hearing
• Squirrel Population Booms
• How A Cypress Life Scout Is Saving Hawks At The Airport
• Woman Sought In Possible Child-Luring Attempt
• Cal State Students Go On Hunger Strike In Solidarity With Palestine: Report
• Beloved Teacher, Coach Killed By Garbage Truck In Atherton: Police
• Run, Grunion, Run: This CA Beach Will Soon Be Filled With A Unique Fish
• After Turning Himself In, CA Man Dies In Custody 55 Days Later
• Man Kidnaps 2, Crashes Vehicle In High-Speed Police Chase: Authorities
• Watch: Mountain Lion Separated From Its Mother Waits In Backyard Tree

Other notable stories this week include:

LA Times Owner Joins Trump, Crown Prince At Saudi Summit

The LA Times owner praised the summit as “wonderful” while sharing the stage with bin Salman, whose regime was tied to a reporter's murder.

Medi-Cal Coverage Of Weight Loss Drugs On Chopping Block Under Governor's Proposal

Weight loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy would no longer be covered by California's health insurance for low-income people.

Watch: Mountain Lion Separated From Its Mother Waits In Backyard Tree

State wildlife officials were waiting Friday night to see if a young mountain lion's mother would find it stuck up a backyard tree.

Class Of 2025 Graduates Can Get A Free Steak Dinner

Order right off the menu, up to $30, for a well-done celebration.

Teen Transforms Shabby Garden Into Sanctuary In Redwood City

A student-led project is renovating neglected spaces into restorative centers.

Former Police Chief's Crime Novel Has Novato Roots

This is the third crime novel for the former police chief, and all have ties to the Bay Area.

'I Paint My Reality': Artist Depicts Black History, Erasure At New Manhattan Beach Exhibit

Keith Magruder's "Let Me Fix You A Plate" will be on display at Manhattan Beach's Art Center through June 29.

KelpFest 2025 Underway: Tidepool Tours, Mermaids And Beach Clean-Ups

The annual festival is held by the Laguna Ocean Foundation and features lives music, visits from mermaids and tidepool tours.

Utsavi Women's Festival To Feature Workshops, Crafts, Competitions

The festival, organized by Agomoni, will feature art workshops, a fashion show, interactive sessions on topics like wellness, and more.

Smokey Robinson Under Criminal Investigation Over Rape Allegations

The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department has opened an investigation into allegations the Motown legend sexually assaulted his housekeepers.

Bay Area Distillery Will Attempt World Record

The current record is 1,710 people.

Ax-Wielding Man Accused Of Assault In Redwood City: Police

An incident between roommates happened Wednesday afternoon.

Guns Seen In Window Of Man’s San Mateo Home Leads To Arrest: Police

A man, who was previously convicted of a felony, had his home searched Wednesday.

'World's Saddest Elephant' Finds Support From Cher — And A Lawsuit

The LA Zoo said it's sending two elephants to a preserve. But Cher is among those pushing back against the relocation plan.

Woman Attacked From Behind While Walking in Culver City

A woman was attacked from behind while walking in a busy Culver City neighborhood by a man she did not know, police said.

Rapper Tory Lanez Stabbed By Fellow Inmate In Prison

Tory Lanez, who is serving a 10-year sentence for shooting at Megan Thee Stallion, was rushed to a hospital after the stabbing Monday.

$30 Tickets For Dozens Of Popular Artists Performing In CA

From Willie Nelson to Billy Idol, The Black Keys and The Offspring, SoCal residents will be able to buy $30 concert tickets next week.

Dogs, Cats Evacuated In Blaze Near RivCo Animal Shelter

The blaze ignited Tuesday morning, leaving workers to rescue

5 Stabbed At RivCo Sober Living Home: Cops

Medics transported multiple stabbing victims to area hospitals, including the suspect.

Père David's Deer Fawn Born At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

The species has been extinct in native habitats since 1939.

Rabies-Infected Bat Found At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

The county said officials have detected three rabid bats so far in 2025 throughout the San Diego region.

Errors Led To Killing Of RivCo Inmate, Grand Jury Says

A report criticizes Sheriff Bianco and highlights concerns about the RivCo jail system, which has drawn national ire for record deaths.

Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Fest 2025: See The Lineup

The area's beloved celebration of all things country music, hot air balloon ride and wine is back. Here's what you need to know.

LA County Residents to Receive Medical Debt Relief

Medical debt relief notices will start going out next week for more than 34,000 Los Angeles County residents.