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The area around the Highland Theatre has been dressed in 1960s style, reportedly for the production of the Brad Pitt-starring film "The Adventures of Cliff Booth."
The area around the Highland Theatre has been dressed in 1960s style, reportedly for the production of the Brad Pitt-starring film "The Adventures of Cliff Booth." (Chris Lindahl)

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.

Other notable stories this week include:

Interactive 'This Is Hope' Exhibit Shares Message Of Survival In Laguna Beach

Festival of Arts is partnering with City of Hope Orange County to present "This is Hope," a powerful living installation.

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Children, Families Among Most Impacted By Homelessness Despite Overall Decrease: Report

"Our homelessness response system was originally designed around single adults — not families," a county official told LAist.

This Reggae Group's New Single Is An Ode To Their San Pedro Roots: 'Through Thick And Thin'

"The joy that the music brings to us individually is medicine, and it helps to heal our community and those around us," the band said.

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Day Care Shooting: 2 Injured

Two people were injured in a shooting at a residential day care center in Los Angeles Tuesday afternoon.

Crypto Fraudsters Created Fake Federal Agency to Probe Their Own $13M Scam: DOJ

A former Hollywood Hills man admitted in federal court to defrauding investors out of more than $13 million in a cryptocurrency scam.

Prison Guards Attacked By IE Inmate With Violent History: CDCR

Prison officials said Shuantae Taylor stabbed two CDCR officers with an "improvised weapon" as they entered his cell for inspection.

West Coast Card Show Returns To OC This August

The largest sport card event on the West Coast is set to return to Anaheim Aug. 21-24 with an expected 40,000 attendees.

Laguna Niguel Lake Fish Die Off; Officials Seek Answers

Roughly 500 fish were impacted by the die-off, leaving concerned citizens and park officials scratching their heads.

Employee Stole From Elderly Residents At Care Facility In Sonoma County: Police

A search of her home resulted in the discovery of stolen jewelry and coins, police said.

City Votes To Destroy Longstanding 'Blue Cottage' Building For Parking Spaces

The decision was made despite some residents asking the council to preserve an important part of the city's heritage.

Charges Filed Against Ex-Long Beach Baseball Coach Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Student

He faces up to eight years in state prison and would be required to register as a sex offender for life if convicted of the charges.

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