4-Time Lottery Winner; 3 Dead Whales Wash Ashore: Top 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 back at the top 10 news stories across the state over the past week.

1. Barack and Michelle Obama To Make Netflix Shows

Barack and Michelle Obama signed a multi-year deal with Netflix to produce content such as series, documentaries or feature films.

Also see: Watch 12-Year-Old Meghan Markle Fight Sexism

2. CA Child Torture Case: Father Of 10 Also Facing Lewd Act Charges

In addition to allegations that Jonathan Allen tortured his kids with a BB gun, he is now charged with four counts of lewd acts on a child.

3. 200 Professors Demand USC President's Job In Sexual Abuse Scandal

USC trustees announced support for the school president even as 200 professors say the scandal cost him the moral authority to lead.

Also see: 5 Women Claim USC Gynecologist Sexually Abused Them

4. Meet The Valley Man Who Keeps Winning The Lottery

What are the odds of winning multiple seven-figure jackpots in a year? Even lottery officials can’t figure that out.

5. Hiker Dies Following Fall From Half Dome Cables In Yosemite

The death is the first in the park in 2018 and the first fatality from the cables since a San Ramon woman died in 2011.

Also see: Heart-Stopping Video: Driver Nods Off, Narrowly Misses Pedestrian

6. Paralyzed In Bike Accident, Retired Pleasanton Cop Fighting Back

Mike Dunn, who once served his country and community in the military, law enforcement, and church, was suddenly unable to care for himself.

7. Ex-Marine Convicted In 5 Southland Serial Killings: COURT

Andrew Urdiales could spend the rest of his life behind bars or receive the death penalty in the serial murder of five Southland women.

8. Wild Car Chase Across 3 Counties Thwarted By Freelance Journalist

A freelance journalist ended what was over an hour long high-speed car chase across Orange, Los Angeles and Riverside Counties, Monday.

9. Another Dead Whale Washes Ashore In Marin County

This latest whale stranding comes after two dead whales were found last week in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Also see:

• Adorable Ducklings Rescued From Chico Storm Drain
• Newark Ducklings Down The Drain

10. Walkabout Australia Opens Friday At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Safari Park visitors will be able to stroll among kangaroos, wallabies, cassowaries, wombats and other Australian wildlife.

Also see: Disneyland's Galaxy's Edge To Open Next Summer

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• Bay Area KidFest; Burger & Brew Fest: NorCal Weekend Events
• Fiesta Botanica; MAINopoly; Scottish Fest: SoCal Weekend Events
• Memorial Day 2018 CA Travel Guide: Gas Prices, Peak Traffic Times
• Memorial Day Weekend Seat Belt Crackdown Begins Friday In CA

Photo courtesy of the California Lottery