Burn Victim Inspires | Cat Rescue: Redondo Beach Year In Review

REDONDO BEACH, CA – Redondo Beach had a busy year. As 2019 comes to a close, Patch is looking back on the stories that got readers talking.

From a man accused of pouring bleach on products at a supermarket to an inspiring story of a burn victim, Redondo Beach saw a variety of news this year.

Here are 15 of the top stories in Redondo Beach this year:

Severe Burn Victim Inspires With Story Of Strength, Perseverance

First, 80% of his body was burned in a house fire. Then, he was diagnosed with a neuromuscular disease. But with determination, he survived.

Family Mourns South Bay Woman Killed By Sharks In Bahamas

Jordan Lindsey's family is fundraising to help cover the costs of having her body transported from the Bahamas back to her home in Torrance.

Redondo Man Rescues Cat Stuck In Tree For 8 Days

A professional tree climber from Redondo Beach rescued a kitty who had been stuck in a tree crying for help for more than a week.

Mystery Shrouds Redondo Beach Man's Disappearance

The family of a Redondo Beach man is searching for clues that will lead to his return.

Boy, 7, With Cancer Looking For Donor For Life-Saving Transplant

A young Redondo Beach boy is struggling to find a bone marrow match while he battles acute myeloid leukemia for the second time.

BeachLife Fest Lineup Announced: Willie Nelson, Bob Weir & More

The three-day festival in Redondo Beach will celebrate California surf culture with more than 40 musical artists, culinary stars and more.

Redondo Beach Among Best Beach Cities To Live In: Study

More than 145 beach cities were ranked by factors such as quality of life, education and health, economy, affordability, safety and weather.

Missing Redondo Beach Teen Found In Mexico With Murder Suspect

Alora Benitez, 16, was last seen in April with her mother and her mother's ex-husband, both suspects in the killing of a man in Carson.

Milton Quon, Disney 'Fantasia' And 'Dumbo' Animator, Dies At 105

The animator, who never stopped sketching, died June 18 of natural causes at his South Bay home, according to reports.

Redondo Man's Conviction Upheld For Murdering TV Star Girlfriend

The Redondo Beach man was convicted in the stabbing death of his live-in girlfriend, an attorney and reality TV personality.

Redondo Beach Mayor Diagnosed With Cancer

Mayor Bill Brand announced in a Facebook post that he was diagnosed with lung cancer that spread to his brain.

Man Accused Of Pouring Bleach In South Bay Supermarket Freezers

Some customers reported smelling bleach on products, according to the FBI.

Redondo Bus Fire Prompts Calls To Replace 'Dangerous' Fleet

The fire was contained within the engine compartment and no one was injured, according to a Metro spokesman.

Redondo Beach School Named Among Best Public High Schools In CA

Niche includes traditional, charter and magnet schools in its 2019 list of Top California Public High Schools.

Boy, 10, Hit And Killed By Pickup Truck That Swerved To Miss Dog

A section of Del Amo Boulevard was shut down for more than six hours after the incident.