Thief Kidnaps Kids: Cops | Horses, Rider Killed In Crash | Woman Uses Hand Signals To Escape: SoCal In Brief

SAN DIEGO, CA — We've rounded up the stories you may have missed over the long holiday weekend to prepare you for the week ahead.

But before we jump into Southern California's top stories, residents should expect warm weather and a chance of thunderstorms and showers to start off the week, according to the National Weather Service.

"Monsoonal moisture will increase from the southeast this morning with scattered showers and thunderstorms across much of the area for today," NWS San Diego forecasters wrote Monday. "Thunderstorms would produce cloud-to-ground lightning, brief heavy downpours, and strong gusty winds to 40 to 50 mph. Chances for mainly afternoon and early evening thunderstorms, mainly for the mountains and deserts, will gradually decrease for Wednesday through Friday. Then drier and gradually cooler for the weekend into early next week."

In other news, a body was recovered from the bottom of a cliff; another body was found on a freeway on-ramp embankment; a man was wounded in a shootout with police; three kidnapped children were hospitalized following a pursuit crash; and two horses and a rider were killed in a highway crash.

Plus, Labor Day demonstrations took place across Southern California and the country in support of working class Americans. The rallies were part of a nationwide effort billed by organizers as "stop the billionaire takeover."

Here are some of the stories you may have missed:

2 Horses, Rider Killed In Crash On Highway 371

Authorities said a driver traveling at an unconfirmed speed ran into the equines and lone rider.

2 Injured In Off-Road Mishap In Coachella

One person was taken by air ambulance to a trauma center. A second patient was taken to a hospital by ground ambulance, officials said.

Anti-Billionaire Rallies, Wilmington Parade Mark Labor Day

Rallies were held throughout L.A. County as part of the nationwide Labor Day effort billed by organizers as "stop the billionaire takeover."

Body Found On Freeway On-Ramp Embankment In Los Angeles County

The CHP shut down the on-ramp for the investigation.

Body Recovered From Bottom Of Cliff In Palos Verdes Estates: Authorities

An investigation into the death is underway, authorities said.

Chlorine Gas Leak Prompts Hazardous Materials Response In Newport Beach

A chlorine gas leak inside the garage of a home in the Corona del Mar area prompted some evacuations and orders for others to take shelter.

Domestic Violence Victim's Hand Signals Lead To Man's Arrest In LA County, Police Say

A bystander at a 7-Eleven saw the woman signaling for help and called police, authorities said.

Man Kidnapped 3 Children, Dragged Dad, Crashed Mom's Car In Malibu: Police

The three children, their kidnapper and a woman involved in the crash were all injured, according to police.

Man Stabbed To Death In San Diego's East County

Stephen Matthews, 29, of La Mesa was found and arrested at the scene on suspicion of homicide, according to the El Cajon Police Department.

Man Wounded In Shootout With Police In South Los Angeles

Malik Salaah, 33, was subsequently arrested on suspicion of attempted murder of a peace officer.

Northern Baja California Quake Felt In San Diego County

The quake was reported late Monday night. Did you feel it?

Person Discovered Dead At House Fire In Pasadena

The body of a person was discovered by firefighters battling a house fire, authorities said.

Police: Armed Man Holed Up Inside Long Beach Home Surrenders Peacefully

An armed man surrendered to police after holing up inside a Long Beach home for approximately 90 minutes, authorities said.

Propane Tank Rupture Prompts Hazmat Response In Riverside County

Sheriff's deputies were investigating the cause of the crash.

San Diego County Extends Beach Closure To Coronado Shoreline

Officials said the Tijuana River "is flowing and reaching recreational waters."

Teen Killed From Accidental Self-Inflicted Gunshot

Cal Fire paramedics responded to the scene and attempted life-saving measures, but the boy was pronounced dead at the scene.

Woman Arrested On Suspicion Of Vandalizing Santee Post Office

Brandy Thomas, 52, of Santee was arrested after she was suspected of defacing the post office with black spray paint, officials said.

Workers Rallies Held On Labor Day In San Diego County

Protesters held several "Workers Over Billionaires" demonstrations throughout San Diego County Monday.

5 Things To Know About Plague After New CA Infection

Plague, once known as the "Black Death," was just detected in California for the first time in five years. Here's what you need to know.

58 CA Colleges Among 500 'That Shine' With Top Salaries For Grads: Forbes

Forbes considered 14 metrics to determine the top 500 that offer the best educational, financial and career outcomes.

Here's How Much Longer Summer Is Lasting In California's Coastal And Inland Cities

In California, that summer breeze may make you feel fine, but in some areas, you'll have to struggle to find signs of fall.

La Niña Winter Likely: Here's What It Means For CA

There's a decent chance of La Niña later this year, climate experts say. Here's what that will mean for temperatures and precipitation.

Newsom Offers Clemency To 5 Inmates Serving Life Without Parole For Murder

Gov. Gavin Newsom granted a total of 23 pardons and 10 commutations on Friday.

Southwest Changes Requirements For Plus-Size Travelers

The airline that serves about a dozen airports in California just delivered some anxiety-inducing news to some of its passengers.

This 54-Year-Old Neighborhood Pizzeria Favorite Has The Best Slice In CA, Food Network Says

Food Network selected its favorite pizzerias in each of the 50 states. See which CA spot made the cut.

Trump Threatens To Sue CA Over Redistricting Days After Praising Texas Gerrymandering Plans

Dueling redistricting battles in Texas and California could decide which party gains power in the House after the 2026 midterms.