Deadliest Wildfire; Blue Wave; Disney Ban: 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. (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. Camp Fire: Deadliest, Most Destructive Wildfire In CA History

"We will come back from the ashes. We are fully committed to building a new Paradise."

Also see:

• 71 Now Confirmed Dead From Paradise Fire; Trump Expected
• Death Toll Climbs To 63 In Camp Fire, 631 Unaccounted For
• 56 Dead In Camp Fire In Butte County, Toll Expected To Rise
• 42 Dead In Camp Fire: The Deadliest Wildfire In CA History
• 6 Alleged Camp Fire Looters Arrested In Butte County
• Third Body Found In Woolsey Fire Burn Area

2. Trump To Visit California To Console Fire Victims

President Donald Trump will visit California Saturday to meet with the victims of the state's deadly wildfires.

Also see:

• Govs. Brown, Newsom To Join Trump On California Wildfire Tour
• Firefighters Fire Back At Trump Over California Tweet

3. It Will Cost $8.6 Billion To Rebuild Homes Destroyed In CA Fires

According to a new analysis, there are 23,044 homes at "high or extreme risk" of damage within the perimeters of the Camp and Woolsey fires.

• Also see: Map Compares Size Of CA Wildfires To City You Live In

4. It Was A Blue Wave After All In California

As midterm voter tallies continue to trickle in, two more Republican congressmen are defeated, and a third incumbent is on the ropes.

• Also see: Another Calif Republican Falls In Midterm Route

5. 'He Was A Hero:' Deputy Killed Stopping Massacre Laid To Rest

"He died doing what he would have wanted to do," said the widow of Sgt. Ron Helus, who was killed stopping the Thousand Oaks massacre.

6. Stan Lee, Comic Book Legend, Dead At 95

Stan Lee, the man behind Marvel Comics, Spider-Man, Iron Man, The Avengers, and the Incredible Hulk has died.

7. Michael Avenatti Arrested On Domestic Violence Charge

Stormy Daniels' attorney Michael Avenatti is in LAPD custody following allegations of domestic violence.

8. Disney Parks Issue Lifetime Ban For Trump 2020 Sign-Waver

He knew the rules when he sat down on Splash Mountain. It would be his last ride at a Disney property – ever.

9. Dad Sings To Daughter During Camp Fire Evacuation: WATCH

As they drove through a raging wildfire, a Paradise dad tells his daughter "Baby, it'll be all right." Watch the video.

• Also see: 'It's Something' Says Camp Fire Victim After Finding Wedding Ring

10. Horse Hides In Pool As Camp Fire Scorches Through Paradise

The horse was "shaking uncontrollably" said her rescuers.

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• Ice Rink; HornetCopia; Turkey Trot; Tree Lighting: NorCal Weekend
• Mother Goose Parade; Fa La Land; Tree Lightings: SoCal Weekend

Photo: Residences leveled by the wildfire line a neighborhood in Paradise, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. (AP Photo/Noah Berger)