Destructive Wildfires|Permit Patty|Diabetic Koala: 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. Federal Judge In CA Orders Reunification Of Families

"Tears will be flowing in detention centers across the country when the families learn they will be reunited."

2. Daylight Saving Time May End In CA: Measure Heads To Voters

"Fiat lux!" the governor said in his signing message, meaning, "Let there be light!"

Also see:

• CA Lawmakers Are The Highest Paid In U.S., They Just Got A Raise
• Vote To Repeal The Gas Tax Makes California Ballot In 2018

3. California Wildfires Destroy More Than 50 Homes, Buildings

Evacuation orders have been expanded for the largest of the blazes, the Pawnee Fire in Lake County.

• Latest: Lake Co. Pawnee Fire Containment Grows, Some Evacuations Lifted

4. Joe Jackson, Patriarch Of The Musical Jackson Family, Has Died

Joe Jackson, the controversial patriarch and music manager of the Jackson family, has died. He was 89.

5. 5 Shootings Near Malibu Park Within 2 Years, Are They Connected?

The other shootings at Malibu Creek State Park got little attention at the time, but now some are fearing that they might be connected.

• Related: Camper Found Shot To Death In Tent With Daughters, 2 And 4

6. Retirement Home Resident Arrested In Fatal Long Beach Shooting

The shooting in Long Beach killed Capt. Dave Rosa, and wounded a second firefighter and a civilian.

• Also see: Helicopters, Firefighters On 405 Freeway: Honor Slain Fire Capt.

7. Permit Patty: CA Woman Says She's Been Getting Death Threats

Alison Ettel is accused of calling the San Francisco police over an 8-year-old girl selling water near the Giants game.

• Previous: San Francisco Woman Allegedly Angered Over Child Selling Water

8. California Toddler Dies After Being Left In Car For 10 Hours

Deputies discovered the case after the 18-month-old was sent to the hospital.

• Also see: Boy Stuck In Statue Rescued By Fairfield Firefighters

The boy was trying to crawl through the statue when his head got stuck, fire officials said.

9. Boy, 10, Came Out As Gay Shortly Before His Violent Death

Los Angeles County leaders are reeling after another little boy was reportedly tortured and killed after more than a dozen reports of abuse.

• Latest: Mom's Boyfriend Arrested In Torture Slaying Of 10-Year-Old Boy

10. California Woman Calls Mexican-American A Rapist: WATCH

Esteban Guzman said he was working when the unidentified woman approached him and said she disliked Mexicans.

11. Retired Camp Pendleton Marine Breaks 2 Planking World Records

George E. Hood, 60, beat the Guinness World Records for longest continuous plank and most cumulative plank time in a 24-hour period.

12. Diabetic Koala Gets Glucose Monitor At San Diego Zoo

The sensor and transmitter placed on Quincy sends his blood sugar levels in real time to a smart device monitored by his caretakers.

Also see:

• San Diego Zoo Welcomes Endangered Baird’s Tapir Calf
• Snake Left Behind In Rental Car
• These Adorable, Feisty California Animals Are Near Extinction

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• County Fairs; Halal Fest; Outdoor Concerts: NorCal Weekend Events
• Bro-Am; Art-A-Fair; Fireworks Shows: SoCal Weekend Events

Photos via Cal Fire; Ken Bohn/San Diego Zoo; Shutterstock; San Diego Zoo