Deadly Mudslides; Marathoning Mom; Pesky Bed Bugs: 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. CA Mudslides: 'Searching For Miracles'

Authorities in Montecito have identified the 17 dead and 43 people missing as the search for mudslide survivors becomes dire.

• Update: CA Mudslides: Death Toll Up, More Rain Possible

2. 2018 Golden Globe Award Winners: Complete List

Host Seth Meyers poked fun at Harvey Weinstein, actresses wore black to protest sexual harassment, and Oprah's speech brought many to tears.

3. 5 Actresses Accuse James Franco Of Sexual Exploitation

Actresses who worked with James Franco at his two acting schools allege he tried to pressure them into sexual acts and nudity.

4. Body Of Missing College Student Found At Borrego Park

Officials said Blaze Bernstein, who has been missing for a week, appears to have been murdered.

• Update: Blaze Bernstein Murder: OC Officials Identify Suspect In Custody

5. Beaumont Football Coach Will Martin Is ‘Moving On,’ Resigns

Martin shot to infamy three months ago, when a video surfaced of him punching a student in the gut.

6. Man Dangling Off Wharf Enticed To Safety By Cop With Chowder

The Santa Clara probationer was arrested on suspicion of being under the influence of narcotics.

7. Glendora Fences Don't Make Good Neighbors

A homeowner built a huge plywood wall around their property, but what they wrote has neighbors up in arms.

8. CA Marathoning Mom Leaves Tread On 7 Continents, North Pole

Vivian Lee went from doing yoga and pilates four years ago to completing the most difficult marathons on Earth.

9. eHarmony Pays $1.28M For Misleading Calif. Consumers: DA

Several California counties brought a consumer protection lawsuit against the popular California-based dating website.

10. Bed Bug Infestations In California Among Worst In Country: Report

Three of California's most populous regions made Orkin's annual ranking of the top 50 bed bug cities in the country.

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• Napa Truffle Festival; Polar Bear Slide: NorCal Weekend
• 'Hamilton' Musical; Restaurant Week: SoCal Weekend

Photo: Phillip Harnsberger crosses through mud from a flooded creek on Sheffield Drive in Montecito, Calif., following heavy rain, Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2018. Multiple people were killed and homes were torn from their foundations Tuesday as downpours sent mud and boulders roaring down hills stripped of vegetation by a gigantic wildfire that raged in Southern California last month. (AP Photo/Michael Owen Baker)