Bacon Intern; Distressed Coyote; Kite Lovers Wedding: 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. Gun Law May Be Averting Mass Shootings In California, Study Finds

UC Davis researchers dissected California's red flag gun and found indications that it may be hwarting would-be mass shooters.

2. 'Jeopardy!' Host Alex Trebek Completes Chemo, Begins Season 36

The longtime game show host bantered with fans and announced the completion of his treatment for stage 4 pancreatic cancer.

• Also see: Tyler Skaggs Died Of Fatal Overdose, Family Outraged

3. Javier Jimenez Dies In Disneyland Accident, Mourned By SouthLand

After his sudden death, while working at a Disneyland resort construction site, the local union has established a fundraiser in his memory.

4. Costa Mesa Fire Captain's Memory Honored Through Freeway Renaming

In a unanimous decision, a stretch of the 55 Freeway will bear the name of CM Fire Capt. Mike Kreza, struck and killed in November of 2018.

• Also see: 2 Charged In Missing Firefighter's Apparent Homicide

5. Police Escort Daughter Of Fallen Officer To First Day Of School

"We know these moments can never replace those that would have been shared by Gil but we hope to help as much as possible."

6. Postal Worker Honored For Helping Injured Woman In San Ramon

Letter carrier Robert Doppler was recognized Wednesday at the San Ramon Post Office.

7. After Murrieta Boy Is Hit By Car, Officer Helps Him Get New Bike

Police officials say the boy was spared serious injuries thanks to a helmet.

8. RivCo Teacher Scores Coveted 'Bacon Intern' Gig With Farmer Boys

The school instructor beat out 300 pork fans, who applied for the $1K, one-day job to sample and review the restaurant's bacon-related menu.

9. OC High School To March At Macy's Thanksgiving Parade 2020

A fundraising campaign is underway to get the Trabuco Hills marching band to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2020. Here's how to help.

• Also see: Gilroy High Choir To Sing National Anthem At Top Sporting Events

10. Suspects Speed Against Traffic, Jump From Roofs, Hug At Gunpoint

A pair of robbery suspects led police on a dangerous and desperate chase through East LA before police closed in on them.

• Also see: Watch: Mercedes Driver Repeatedly Rams Car Blocking Her In

11. Distressed Coyote In Echo Park Poses Challenge For Community

Normally leery of roaming coyotes, Echo Park residents are feeling the pain of a resident coyote with a serious problem.

12. A Wedding Worthy Of 2 Kite Lovers Held At Martinez Marina

The Martinez "Kite Man" and his bride were married at the marina, where they met one year prior.

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• Art & Wine Fest; Ciderfest; Greek Fest; Rail Fair: NorCal Weekend
• Powwow; Chili Cook-Off; Nood Beach; The Taste: SoCal Weekend