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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.

• Veteran, 79, Speaks Out After Rescuing Neighbors And Killing Naked Intruder
• Man Kills Mother Of His 5 Children, Drives To Mexico With Her Body: Police
• Anonymous Donor Gives $100K In Geppetto's Toys To Toys For Tots Drive
• Video Shows Woman Throwing Dog Over Fence In Plastic Bag In OC
• Suspect Arrested In Shooting Of Legendary Bay Area 'Last Chance U' Football Coach
• Provocative Final Stop Of Turning Point USA Tour Draws Protesters At UC Berkeley
• Missing Woman Last Seen At CA Beach Party, Foul Play May Be Involved: Police
• Restaurant Winners Announced For Marin Vegan Challenge
• Border Patrol Agent Involved In Filmed Controversial Arrests Died From Overdose: Report
• Hawk Makes Surprise Landing In Woman's Home, Rescued
• Dog Set On Fire In LA Homeless Encampment Faces Long Recovery
• Minivan Chase Suspect Who Captivated The Nation By Making It To Mexico Arrested
• Razor Blade Found In Halloween Candy In Bay Area
• Infant Found In Apartment Scattered With Potent Drugs
• Military Spending Makes Up 22.2% Of Regional Economy, Down From Previous Years
• Cause Of Death Revealed For Parents And Children Found Dead In Home
• Newsom's Ex-Aide Indicted In Scheme To Steal Campaign Money From Former CA AG
• 26 Hurt In Church Bus Crash: 'I Woke Up And Heard Everybody Screaming'
• Riflewoman On Balcony, Shots Fired, Prompting Massive Police Response
• CA Photographer Captures Northern Lights On Camera Amid Powerful Geomagnetic Storm
• Sally Kirkland, Golden Globe Winner, Actress, Dies At 84
• 'Shattered In An Instant:' Grandma Survives Brutal Attack. A Community Rallies In Support
• CA Man Shot Neighbor 17 Times Over Smoking Dispute, Prosecutors Say
• ICE Agent Points Gun At Woman Driving Car, Prompts Police Response

Other notable stories this week include:

CSU Student, Soccer Player Killed In Box Truck Crash With E-Scooter

Another soccer player was critically injured in the crash, according to family members.

Man Convicted In 'Heinous' Killing Of Teen In SF More Than 40 Years Ago

"Although nothing we do can bring the victim back, I pray this verdict gives the family a sense of closure," prosecutors said.

Le Petit Chef & Friends Serves Up Immersive 3D Dining Experience In San Diego

The technology-driven dinner and show blends fine dining, animation and storytelling at the Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter.

Disney Opens Exclusive Club In Riverside County Desert Community, More Attractions Promised In 2026

Cotino Bay Beach, Dining, and Shops will offer a variety of premier experiences, providing visitors with access to Cotino Bay for a fee.

Tesla Driver Stabs Cyclist In Northern CA During Altercation: Police

A Tesla driver and a cyclist got into a confrontation and at some point a knife was taken out, police said.

Missing Wife's Body Found On Halloween, Days After Husband Reports Her Missing From Their IE Desert Home

An extensive search for a Twentynine Palms woman ended when her body was found by her husband.

History Of Broken Smoke Alarms Before Fatal Apartment Complex Fire Uncovered In Northern CA: Report

The cause of the fire that destroyed an apartment building and killed two people is still under investigation.

Timing Is Everything In Windsor: The After Hours

Windsor is banking on the SMART station to fulfill Windsor's tourism potential. Visitors should be prepared for an early night.

21-Year-Old Soccer Star From Northern CA Dies From Cancer

She was diagnosed with an extremely rare form of stage 4 kidney cancer.

Student Shot At East Bay High School: 'No Child Should Have To Experience This'

Two suspects, both minors, were detained in connection with the shooting, police said.

Suspect In 'Brazen' LA Restaurant Child Sex Assault Held Without Bail

Police are asking other possible victims to come forward following the man's arrest.

Officer Accused Of Stealing Over $100K From LA County Police Union

The now-former officer is accused of stealing over $100,000 from the police union while he served as its treasurer.

Beach Boys To Play Alameda County Fair 2026

The iconic pioneers of the "California Sound" will be performing July at the Big O Tires Concert Series, the fair announced.

Dim Sum Restaurant Opens In Dublin

Pearl Bay Manor at Hacienda Crossings offers an extensive dim sum menu and comfortable lounges.

Arrests Made In 30-Year-Old Cold Case Killing Of East Bay Father: DA

"We cannot forget that victims desire and require closure in cases," District Attorney Ursula Jones Dickson said in a statement Tuesday.

DOJ Vows To Investigate UC Berkeley Over Turning Point Protest

Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon said Tuesday that Berkley should expect to hear from her department "and more."

The One Big 'If' For Minor League Baseball In Petaluma

No-frills ballpark in Petaluma could be the future playing field for a minor league team if the developers can clear their biggest hurdle.

Man Convicted In "Chaotic" 2022 Highway Shooting, Faces Life Sentence

A jury convicted a man who pleaded not guilty to shooting a driver and carjacking a truck on a Napa County highway in 2022.