Whale Trapped In Harbor | 1976 Murder Victim Found Alive | School Duct Tapes Girl's Mouth

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.

• School Employee Forces 11-Year-Old To Duct Tape Mouth
• Sea Lion Attacks Swimmer Trying Out For Jr. Lifeguards
• Man Live-Streaming Lewd Harassment Of Women Couldn’t Be Arrested
• Fake Carjacking Report Results In Arrest For 'Victim'
• Woman Believed To Be CA Cold Case Murder Victim Found Alive
• Funeral To Honor Oldest Surviving WWII Paratrooper, Who Died At 108
• Man Charged In Fatal Self-Inflicted Shooting Of 13-Year-Old
• CA Man Admits To Attempting To Murder Supreme Court Justice
• Whale Refusing To Leave Harbor Worries Experts
• Duo Charged In Victoria's Secret Bra Heist
• County To Pay Record $4B Settlement To Child Sex Abuse Victims
• San Francisco Lawyers Push Back On Trump's Law Firm Attacks
• 'Miss Piggy' Rescued After Owner Dies
• A's Bat Boy Takes Down Drone In Left Field
• Lamborghini Driver Flees After Woman Killed In Hit-And-Run Crash
• Forklift Operator Crushed To Death At NorCal Wine Storage Facility
• Coachella's First Weekend Sells Out: Post Malone, Lady Gaga, Green Day
• Cal Undergrad Enters AI Stroke-Detection Startup In Competition
• Towering Rose 'Eternal Flame' Reaches For Heavens And Record Books

Other notable stories this week include:

Big Bear Eaglet Names Chosen From 54,000 Entries

School children across southern California submitted their naming ideas for all three of the eaglets born this spring to Jackie and Shadow.

Healdsburg Mom Leads Charge For Change At Neighborhood Park

Emily Peterson, mom to a disabled daughter, wants to see a Magical Bridge Playground at her neighborhood park.

Actress Kim Delaney Won't Be Charged After Domestic Violence Arrest

The "NYPD Blue" actress spent three days in jail before the DA declined to prosecute her case, according to jail records.

Injured Emu Rescued After Running Loose In North County

The bird, which has injuries on its neck and right wing, was temporarily named Claudius by San Diego Humane Society staff.

Tri-Valley Youth Hockey Team Wins State Championship

The Tri-Valley Blue Devils won the California state youth hockey championship after a perfect, undefeated season.

Man Disappears While Awaiting Sentencing In Napa County

Authorities are searching for Antonio Roman-Vega, 39, convicted of multiple assaults of a minor with intent to commit rape.

2 Brothers Who Strangled, Dumped 14-Year-Old Girl's Body Sentenced

Two brothers pleaded guilty and were sentenced to life terms Tuesday for strangling, dumping and setting fire to a teenage girl in Irvine.

1 Killed In Los Angeles Freeway Shooting

The shooting triggered a SigAlert overnight. No suspect description has been released.

Body Found In Ditch Believed To Be Missing 13-Year-Old

The FBI and Los Angeles Police Department are investigating the disappearance of 13-year-old Oscar Omar Hernandez.

30th Victim Of LA Wildfires Discovered

Questions remain about the discovery of the latest victims months after the Eaton Fire blackened 14,021 acres.

Chevron Cutting 600 Jobs In San Ramon: Reports

The move comes amid a larger push to cut 15-20% of its global workforce.

"Breaking Rules" Exhibition Opening At Village Theatre Art Gallery

The exhibition on defying and redefining artistic conventions will open with an April 12 reception.

Val Kilmer's 10 Most Memorable Characters

Though he had a reputation for being difficult on set, he was famous for his immersive craft. Here are the roles that made him a film icon.

4 Boys Arrested After Attempted Carjacking Near Culver City Mall

Four boys were arrested after trying to carjack a man near Westfield Culver City, police said.

180 Breweries Worldwide Launch 'We Love LA' Beers For Wildfire Relief

In the wake of January's wildfires, breweries as far away as Japan are creating unique beers as part of wildfire relief.

Infamous PVE Lunada Bay Surfer Gang Spot Clean-Up Begins: Report

A court ruling in 2023 that the harassment by the Lunada Bay Boys was illegal, and the city has agreed to remove unwelcoming features.

Dog Seized In Animal Cruelty Case

After video circulated online of "a man repeatedly hitting a dog with an object," police tracked down the man and seized the dog.

Police Auditor For Bay Area City Reports Increase in Arrests, Use of Force, and Pursuits

There was a 23-percent increase in arrests last year.