Kidnapping Mystery; Priciest Zips, No Ticket Turkey: CA Stories

CALIFORNIA – It was another busy news week across California. Missed the headlines on Patch?

Whether you're looking for breaking or bizarre news, or sweet or silly features, we've rounded up some of the most share-worthy stories from the past week.

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

1. Fires & Power Shutoffs Could Reshape California, One Expert Says

California's state government may play a bigger role in our lives as fires and outages get more severe, a Stanford University expert says.

2. 91 CA Zip Codes Among 100 Most Expensive In U.S.

A total of 91 of the 100 most expensive zip codes in the U.S. are in the Golden State, according to a report by PropertyShark.

3. CA DMV Makes $50 Million A Year Selling Drivers' Info: Report

Drivers' personal information, like names, physical address & car registration information, was sold to private companies, the report said.

4. Warning: California's Most Prolific Robocallers In October

A record 5.7 billion robocalls were placed nationwide in October. See who’s calling Californians.

5. Kidnapping Mystery Caught On Video Haunts LA Neighborhood

For the neighbors and the detectives involved, the silence in the last two weeks has been as unbearable as the woman's screams.

6. Canyon Lake Man Was Piloting Small Plane That Crashed In Desert

The Southwest Riverside County man had posted online that it was his 'lifelong dream' to fly. He died at the scene of the wreck.

7. Watsonville Fundraises To Save Vandalized Playground

The Muzzio Park playground equipment was irreparably damaged after vandals placed wooden pallets under the playground and set them ablaze.

8. San Ramon Nurse Sings For WWII Veterans In Taiwan

Francine Fitzgerald joined Chinese band Arthur & Cool Cats in performances at two Taiwanese benefit concerts.

9. Thieves Steal Salvation Army Kettles In Contra Costa County

Two Salvation Army kettles have been stolen in Contra Costa County in recent days, including an attack on a bell ringer in Concord.

10. Wanted Sonoma Co. Man Caught By Police Dog After Fleeing On Bike

A Sonoma County man wanted on outstanding warrants is accused of fleeing on a bicycle before a police dog apprehended him.

11. Turkey Rescued From Santa Cruz Homeless Camp: Thanksgiving Save

Santa Cruz County officials make an exceptional turkey pardon just two days before Thanksgiving.

12. Turkey Terrorizes Livermore Cop, Saves Driver From Ticket: VIDEO

The officer's "nervous giggle" is audible as a Livermore turkey threw his weight around to spare the driver, days before Thanksgiving.

13. Therapy Pig At SFO Eases Travel Jitters

LiLou and her wagging tail bring smiles to faces and relieve anxiety for otherwise harried travelers at San Francisco International Airport.

14. Young Seal Rescued From Peninsula Parking Garage

The five-month-old fur seal, nicknamed "Santos," may have wandered in from a nearby creek.

15. Second Rhino Born Via Artificial Insemination At Safari Park

The calf at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park is the second southern white rhino born through artificial insemination in North America.

For the weekend:

• Surfin' Santa; Holiday Boutiques; Tree Lightings: NorCal Weekend
• Lighting Of The Bay; Frosty Farm; Tree Lightings: SoCal Weekend