Beach Closures; Free Testing; Shark Attack: Top CA Stories

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

CA Coronavirus Survey: Trump In Disfavor, Job Losses Hit Hard

Nearly six in 10 Californians gave the president poor marks in a Patch survey, but Gov. Gavin Newsom wins widespread praise.

CA Schools Could Reopen In July; Businesses Will Be Staggered

Public schools may reopen as early as July, and some businesses within weeks, according to a coronavirus reopening plan unveiled Tuesday.

With Beach Closures, Newsom Draws A Line In The Sand

In singling out Orange County for beach closures, Gov. Gavin Newsom flexed his political muscle in the epicenter of the 'reopen movement.'

Some Restrictions Lifted In Bay Area Shelter-In-Place Extension

All construction projects and some other businesses are allowed to reopen under the Bay Area's new coronavirus shelter-in-place order.

USS Theodore Roosevelt Coronavirus Cases Surpass 1,100

The San Diego-based USS Theodore Roosevelt has 1,102 active COVID-19 cases, the Navy reported.

Man Charged As Serial Rapist Released From Jail

His bail had been $2.5 million, but a judge ordered him released from Santa Rita Jail without bail because of concerns over coronavirus.

LA Offers Free Coronavirus Testing For All

The move makes Los Angeles the first major American city to offer free coronavirus testing for everyone.

Coronavirus Still Far Deadlier In Los Angeles Than Statewide

Density, poverty, and racial disparities contribute to LA's high COVID-19 death rate, a troubling trend as the state contemplates reopening.

Unemployment Rises To Nearly 25% In San Diego Region

The San Diego region's unemployment rate will get worse as the coronavirus pandemic drags on, according to SANDAG.

UCSD Begins Trial Of Arthritis Drug As Coronavirus Treatment

Researchers at UC San Diego Health are assessing whether a medication might have therapeutic value for COVID-19 patients.

Mother's Plea On Banning Billboard: 'Who Murdered' My Son?

With no arrests announced in the July, 1, 2018 killing, Bradley Cunningham's mom is still seeking justice for her son.

'Disgusting' Prankster Eggs Mask Vendor In Los Angeles

Sheriff's officials have a message for a suspect who filmed his mean prank: "Stay home next time. In the meantime we'll be in touch."

Harrison Ford Piloting Mishap Investigated By FAA

Ford was updating his pilot's license to participate in humanitarian missions when he defied the Hawthorne Airport control tower by mistake.

Shark Attacks Surfer Off Moonlight Beach

Medics took the victim, whose name and age were not immediately available, to Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

Thousands Help D-DAY Vet Celebrate 105th Birthday

When the coronavirus crisis canceled his 105th birthday bash, Sam Sachs hoped for some cards instead. He got his wish, and then some.

See: Elvis Impersonator Serenades Quarantined Danville Neighbors

You can't help falling in love with this rendition of the national anthem. Trust us.

Potatoes The Cat Rescued By Firefighters From Tree: Video

Potatoes bit off more than he could chew when he climbed a huge backyard tree.

Tiny Fawn Rescued From Side Of Freeway

This adorable baby deer has a second chance at growing up, thanks to a California Highway Patrol officer.