Peaceful Protests; Devastating Riots; Chokehold Bans: CA Stories

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Take a look at some of this week's top news stories from across the state.

CA Reopening: Gyms, Bars, Pro Sports Can Move Forward Soon

Reports indicate the "higher risk" businesses can reopen as early as next Friday in some counties across the state.

CA Governor Calls For Ban On Carotid Restraint

Gov. Gavin Newsom also called for the development of statewide protocols for the use of tear gas and rubber projectiles.

Law Enforcement Agencies Across San Diego County Cease Chokeholds

Fifteen law enforcement agencies in the region announced they will stop using the carotid restraint after the death of George Floyd.

Videos Of Police Violence Toward Demonstrators Prompt Backlash

Videos of police shooting bullets and swinging batons at protesters and holding down and tasing a woman have prompted investigations.

Family Of Woman Shot By Police Projectile Calls For Justice

Leslie Furcron, 59, of La Mesa remains in a medically induced coma and may lose one of her eyes, according to her family.

Thousands Raised For La Mesa Businesses After Devastating Riots

The devastating violence over the weekend left businesses damaged and destroyed in the city in San Diego's East County.

• Also see: La Mesa Cleans Up After Night Of Protests, Arson And Looting

Temecula Mayor Resigns Amid Allegations Of Racism

James "Stew" Stewart resigned Thursday night effective immediately. "I owe everyone an apology," he said.

Thousands Urge Mill Valley Mayor To Step Down Amid Backlash

Online petitions urge the mayor to step down after she said a question about Black Lives Matter was "not of immediate local importance."

• Previous coverage: Mayor's Response To Black Lives Matter Question Sparks Outrage

LA's Countywide Curfew Ends As Peaceful Protests Dominate

For the first time in days, there will be no countywide curfew affecting millions across Los Angeles.

• Also see: Protests Rage On Across LA, Targeting Elite Communities

With Brooms And Empathy, Angelenos Pitch In After Protests

Fairfax District residents woke early Sunday to reclaim their streets, sweep up and clean up after a night of destruction and looting.

Embrace And Dance Between Cop, Protester Conquer California Crowd

As scenes of protests — many of them turning violent — erupt across the nation, still too, do moments of true human connection.

Surfers Paddle Out In Santa Monica To Honor George Floyd

Following a protest Friday in Santa Monica, surfers held a paddle out at the Inkwell for the second time since George Floyd's death.

'Terrible Tragedy': 3 Identified In Fatal PG&E Helicopter Crash

A pilot and two electrical workers died when a helicopter contracted by PG&E collided with a high-tension power line near Vacaville.

Large Earthquake Rattles Southland

A large earthquake rattled the Searles Valley at 6:33 p.m. Wednesday. It was immediately followed by a series of small aftershocks.

Return To Disneyland As Southland Theme Parks Set Reopen Dates

Fans hope for some Disney magic this summer, as the Disneyland Resort has opened bookings for July at the property's trio of hotels.

'Canine Hero' Rescued After 80-Foot Fall In Santa Cruz County

Blu, a Monterey Bay Search Dogs team member, does his best to save others. But after a scary fall, his people came to the rescue.