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Lion Attacks Girl, 11 | Carjacked Big Rig Chase | 4 Dogs Killed In Fire: SoCal In Brief
Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal on Saturday and Sunday.
SAN DIEGO, CA — We've rounded up the stories you may have missed over the weekend to prepare you for the week ahead.
But before we jump into Southern California's top stories, residents should expect hot weather start the week before temperatures gradually cool down, according to the National Weather Service.
"Hot inland through Tuesday with high temperatures around 5-8 degrees above normal in the mountains and deserts," NWS San Diego forecasters wrote Monday. "Gradual cooling Wednesday through next weekend. Night and morning low clouds will continue along the coastal areas and far western valleys, spreading slightly further inland later in the week as the marine layer deepens."
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In other news, a girl was stabbed to death; four dogs were killed and two pets remained missing after a house fire; two people suspected of multiple carjackings led police on a wild pursuit before getting away; and three missing girls were found after disappearing for days with their babysitter.
Plus, a court ordered Walmart to pay $5.6 million in penalties to settle a civil lawsuit filed by California prosecutors against the retail giant, claiming the company violated state laws by overcharging customers.
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Here are some of the stories you may have missed:
The mountain lion was shot and killed by authorities after the attack.
The SuperLotto Plus numbers were drawn Saturday evening.
3 Missing Girls Found After Disappearing For Days With Babysitter: Police
The girls ranged in age from 4-8 and went missing Friday, said police, who issued an Amber Alert on Sunday.
4 Dogs Killed, 2 Other Pets Missing In Los Angeles County House Fire
Smoke and fire were showing when firefighters arrived, officials said.
Police said the outage began around 2:30 p.m. Sunday, and urged residents to call another number in the event of an emergency.
CHP Patrol Vehicle Overturns In Palmdale
Witnesses reported that the vehicle crashed into dirt and overturned on the right shoulder, according to the CHP.
Crews Extinguish Vegetation Fire Near Guajome Lake In Oceanside
Fire officials said the blaze was extinguished without any reported injuries or damage.
Crews Knock Down Blaze At San Diego Home
Reports of people being trapped in the burning home "turned out not to be true," an SDFD spokesman said.
Fire Breaks Out At Oceanside Cafe
Nearly 30 personnel from the Oceanside, Vista and Carlsbad fire departments contained the fire to the kitchen area.
Fire Ignites In Downtown Los Angeles Parking Structure, Burns Vehicle
No one was injured and that the structural integrity of the building remained intact, the LAFD reported.
Firefighters Battle Blaze, Explosion At Los Angeles Building
More than 100 firefighters were on the scene.
Personnel from Cal Fire Riverside also responded to the second-alarm fire, which was burning near the city border line.
Girl Stabbed To Death In Orange County
A 31-year-old Anaheim man was arrested in the stabbing death of a 15-year-old girl in Costa Mesa, police said.
Girl Suffers Major Injury In Vehicle Collision In San Diego
Police officials said the girl suffered a fractured right femur.
Hate Crime Suspect Arrested For Stealing Posters At UCLA
A suspect has been arrested on possible burglary, weapons and hate-crime charges.
No Arrests Made In Street Takeover In Front Of Crypto.com Arena
About 40 to 50 vehicles were doing donuts in the street and spectators were lighting fireworks, police said.
One official said the deputy might have mistook the roommate for an intruder.
Pedestrian Struck, Injured In San Diego Neighborhood
The victim was taken by ambulance to a hospital with a fractured pelvis and an open fracture to the right leg.
Rosa Fire In San Bernardino National Forest Now 85% Contained
Travelers were advised to drive safely near the area as emergency crews continued working.
Suspect Arrested In Hit-And-Run Crash That Left 2 Boys Hospitalized
The boys were rushed to a hospital where they were listed with stable vital signs.
Suspects In Multiple Carjackings Get Away Following Wild Police Pursuit Across Los Angeles County
The suspects drove nose-to-nose with a white big rig and carjacked the rig, a tanker with mud flaps that indicated it contained milk.
A 17-year-old girl was recently attacked by a pack of more than 10 dogs, according to county authorities.
Teenager Shot Following Park Altercation In San Diego County
The suspect fled the scene prior to police arrival.
Vehicle Crashes Into Building, Sparks Fire In Riverside County
It was unknown how many people were in the vehicle, as well as the building.
3 CA Landmarks Make Tripadvisor's 2025 'Best Of The Best' List
A handful of the Golden State's most iconic attractions were named among the best in the nation in the Travelers' Choice Awards.
4 CA Amusement Parks Among 20 Best In U.S. In New Ranking
Of 8 million listings, fewer than 1% achieve the "best of the best" milestone, according to TripAdvisor.
According to the ASPCA, shelters nationwide are also in a capacity crisis right now.
How Shifting Vaccine Policy Could Affect CA
Shifts in federal health policy and overall attitudes about vaccine safety are changing the landscape all over the country.
Parade Of 6 Planets, Meteor Shower Combine For Predawn Spectacle Over CA
Astronomy enthusiasts and the like are in for a show with good weather conditions forecasted for this celestial event.
Walmart has been ordered to pay $5.6 million in penalties to settle a suit filed on behalf of California customers.
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