Bear Mauls Hunter; Life-Saving 'First Kiss': CA Top 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. CA Wildfires Could Increase 77% By 2100: Report

Up to 67 percent of Southern California beaches could also disappear, according to the state's latest Climate Change Assessment.

2. Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia Cases On The Rise: See CA Numbers

A new report from the CDC says the number of cases of all three STDs increased in 2017, marking the fourth year of increases.

3. Hunter 'Severely Mauled' By Black Bear In Riverside County

California Department of Fish and Wildlife officials say the man remains hospitalized following the brutal attack.

4. California Bill Would Mandate Corporate Boards Include Women

"It's time that we burst that man-cave and put women in the boardrooms," state Sen. Hannah-Beth Jackson (D-Santa Barbara) said.

5. Death Of Former Inmate Prompts Bill To Ban Night Jail Releases

‘The Getting Home Safe Act’ would require inmates in California to be released from jail between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.

• Also see: California Bill Would Mandate Corporate Boards Include Women

6. Local Football Player Eli Clayton Killed In Florida Mass Shooting

Eli Clayton, a standout football player at Calabasas High School, was killed at the Jacksonville gaming tournament mass shooting.

• Also see: OC's Madden Games Cancelled After Florida Shootings: EA Sports

7. 'ER' Actress Vanessa Marquez Shot By Police In South Pasadena

Police said the woman, identified by sources as the "Stand and Deliver" star, pulled out a BB gun before being shot.

Also see:

• Actress Maura Tierney Hit While Riding Her Bike In Marina Del Rey
• Heather Locklear Pleads Not Guilty To 8 Misdemeanors

8. 'Dodger Killer' Justin Verlander Hit With $1M Bill At LA Hotel

Although the Houston Astros beat the LA Dodgers in the 2017 World Series, the Beverly Hills Hotel got the last laugh.

9. Disneyland Galaxy's Edge Will Offer Alcohol At Oga's Cantina

Black Spire Outpost at Galaxy's Edge to serve adult beverages to pilots, bounty hunters, smugglers, galactic travelers & locals in 2019.

10. Surf, Sand, CPR: California Couple's Unforgettable First Date

You really never know what will happen on a first date.

11. Tinder Romeo Such A Bad Date, It's A Crime, Police Say

They call him the "dine-and-dash dater," and police say he left a trail of broken wallets, if not hearts, across Los Angeles.

12. Utah Firefighter Adopts Dog He Rescued From California Blaze

After rescuing a German Shepherd from the largest wildfire in California history, a Utah firefighter is bringing him home.

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• Scottish Highland Gathering; Art & Wine Festival: NorCal Weekend
• Sand Sculpting Challenge; Brews, Blues & BBQ: SoCal Weekend
• CHP Cracking Down On DUI Drivers Over Labor Day Weekend
• Free 'Tipsy Tows' Offered On Labor Day In California

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