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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.

• Mom Who Threw Baby And Child Onto Freeway And Stabbed Partner Was Afraid Of Eclipse
• John Oliver Roasts Lego And Cops In Lego Mugshots Debacle
• Rescuers Search For Young Whale Caught In Net Off CA Coast
• CA College Student Mysteriously Disappears
• Coachella 2024 Schedule, Rumors Of Surprise Taylor Swift Appearance
• 60 Horses, 40 Dogs Seized In Animal Cruelty Case; Adoption Available
• Kristin Smart Killer And Serial Rape Suspect Paul Flores Again Stabbed In Prison
• Lifeguard Honored For Saving Father And Son From Drowning
• Fake Cop Tried To Lure Children Into Vehicle
• Why The $30 Million Cash Heist Could Only Happen In LA
• Reality Star Shares Home Invasion Experience
• 2-Story Home Seen Floating Across San Francisco Bay
• Where Are They Now? Key Players In The Murder Trial Of O.J. Simpson
• Toddler Killed During Exorcism" By Family Members Fought For Her Life
• SF Threatens Legal Action Against Oakland Over Airport Name
• Rattlesnake Found Inside CA Home: 'It's Mating Season'
• Watch: Horse Rescued From Steep, Muddy Slope
• Making Cement Damages Climate. One Solution Is Opening In California

Other notable stories this week include:

250th California Condor Chick Hatches At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

The chick's parents are Mexwe and Xol-Xol — the first condor brought into human care under the California Condor Recovery Program in 1982.

San Francisco Public Library Workers Picket, Demand Increased Safety

"We were not trained to do this type of work in library school," Termini Germain said.

CA Home Sellers 'Duped' By Opendoor Will Share $62 Million Settlement

This week, the FTC ruled that Opendoor Labs charged home sellers more than sellers typically pay in California. How much are you owed?

San Jose To Move Forward With Ordinance Setting Buffer Zone Between Schools, Encampments

"For the past year and a half, we've been involved with some advocacy surrounding our school safety and security," said Alfredo Hernandez.

Watch: Mother Bear And Cubs Enjoy Honey At San Diego Zoo

Winnie-the-Pooh isn't the only bear who loves honey. See Alba the Andean bear and her two cubs enjoy the sticky treat.

These CA Billionaires Made Forbes 'Richest In 2024' List

See how California's richest people stack up amongst the people on the 2024 Forbes World's Billionaires list.

Goldman, Brown Families May Be First In Line for OJ Simpson's Assets

The public is now likely to get a closer look Simpson's finances, and the families are likely to have a better shot at collecting.

Fugitive 'Priest' Captured In Riverside County: RSO

Malin Rostas, 45, of New York, who goes by the moniker "Father Martin," was found late Wednesday morning in Moreno Valley.

Prices Spike At In-N-Out, Burger King And More With $20 Minimum Wage

As California's new $20 fast food minimum wage goes into effect, prices are beginning to rise at some chains, according to reports.

Teen Girl Found Dead In IE Vineyards 45 Years Ago Finally ID'd

The cold case heated up in 2023 when investigators turned to DNA technology. Armed with her ID, investigators are now focusing on a killer.

Over $1B In Property Taxes Collected In A Day In San Diego County

Taxpayers across San Diego County owed nearly $8.63 billion in 2023-2024 property taxes.

Ugly Chapter Of CA Resort City's History Felt 6 Decades Later

The city announced several steps it is taking to right the wrong that happened to families of color who lived in Palm Springs Section 14.

How Mizuhara Stole $16M From Ohtani, According To The Feds

According to investigators, Ippei Mizuhara helped Shohei Ohtani open his bank account and later admitted to his bookie that he stole $16M.

Series Of Dog Shootings Rattle Los Angeles

Police are looking for the person or persons who shot two dogs in separate incidents, killing one of the animals.

Stanford's Tara VanDerveer, NCAA's All-Time Winningest Basketball Coach, To Retire

Stanford University announced Tara VanDerveer, its Director of Women's Basketball and coach, will retire after a historic career.

USC Silent On O.J. Simpson's Death, Underscoring Complicated Tie

The silence — atypical for USC — is a statement on the complicated relationship with one of the most accomplished athletes in USC history.

Family Of Foster Mom Killed By Foster Children's Bio Mom Settles Suit

The daughters of the slain foster mother accused the Department of Children and Family Services of failing to protect her.

2024 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Fest: Here's What To Know

The fest runs Friday to Sunday, and again April 19-21.

15 Cats Abandoned Outside San Leandro Hospital

Police urged residents not to abandon their pets leaving them afraid, hungry and exposed to the elements.

113 Dogs Impounded Following Jurupa Valley House Fire

The dogs, mostly small terrier mix breeds, were not hurt in the blaze. They are now available for adoption.