Anti-Semitic Robocalls; Grandpa Beaten With Brick: 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 12 news stories across the state over the past week. (Get Patch real-time email alerts for the latest news from your California neighborhood. Also, download the free Patch iPhone app or free Patch Android app. Also, be sure to follow your local Patch on Facebook!)

1. Emmy Nominations 2018: 'Game Of Thrones' Is Back With A Vengeance

Premium cable shows dominate the 70th annual Primetime Emmy Awards nominations while Netflix and Hulu offer strong contenders.

Also see:

• George Clooney Hospitalized In Scooter Crash
• Johnny Depp Accused Of Slugging LA Location Manager

2. CA City To Test Universal Base Income — Free Money For Residents

Stockton in Northern California will test out a theory by giving residents $500 each per month.

3. Woodland Hills Postal Carrier Dies In Heat Wave

A longtime postal carrier was found dead in her truck during the peak of Friday's heatwave. The cause of her death is yet to be determined.

4. Anti-Semitic Robocalls Support Congressional Candidate

The Republican candidate for Congress In California's 11th District disavows the calls, but his stance remains unchanged.

5. Dixon Vice Mayor Criticized Over 'Straight Pride Month' Column

Vice Mayor Ted Hickman penned a column calling for a month to celebrate straight people, while calling gay men "faries."

6. Another California Toddler Dies After Being Left In Hot Car

Also see:

• IE Woman Left 2 Babies In Car While Shopping At Walmart: Cops
• California Mom, Grandma Charged After Toddler Eats Marijuana

7. California Grandfather, 92, Beat With Brick

Witnesses said a woman and four men beat Rodolfo Rodriguez while he was going for a walk in his neighborhood.

Update: Woman Who Shouted Slurs, Attacked CA Grandfather Arrested

8. Cop Puts Loaded Gun In 8-Year-Old's Backpack: DA

A Los Angeles Sheriff's Department Deputy was charged with placing a loaded duty weapon in an 8-year-old relative's backpack OCDA says

9. Shark Attacks Southland Model During Bahamas Vacation

Laguna Beach 19-year-old model, surfer and student survived being bitten while swimming with sharks in the Bahamas.

10. Mako Shark Mugs For Divers In Dana Point

This shark gave an underwater camera an up close and personal greeting this week in South Orange County waters. Would you go for a swim?

11. Rare White Raccoon Photographed At Lake Merritt

A photo posted online is causing a stir. Take a look and see if you think it's adorable

Also see:

• Burrowing Owls Rehabilitated At San Diego Zoo Safari Park
• Down The Drain: Firefighters Save Turkey Chicks
• Quail Chicks Rescued From Livermore Storm Drain
• Rare White Raccoon Photographed At Lake Merritt

12. SEE: Harry Styles’ Sweet Gender-Reveal To Pregnant Fan At Show

In this adorable video, the pop singer tells the mother-to-be what to expect now that she’s expecting.

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• Mariachi Festival; Breastfest; Japanese Bazaar: NorCal Weekend
• Sun & Sea Festival; Colonial Faire; Lotus Festival: SoCal Weekend

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