Destructive Wildfires; Quakes; Halloween Shooting: 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. CA Fires Live Updates: New Blaze Nears 9,000 Acres

As one fire grows and forces people from their homes, fire officials are making progress on other incidents in California.

Also see:

• CA Wildfires: New Blazes Start As Strong Winds Continue
• CA Wildfires: Winds Fuel New Fires; Governor To Visit Evacuees
• CA Wildfires: Fires Rage As Powerful Winds Return
• CA Wildfires Live Updates: Evacuations And Statewide Emergency

2. Earthquake Near Lake Henshaw Rattles San Diego County

Shaking was reported across San Diego County and in parts of Orange and Riverside counties.

Also see:

• Second Earthquake Shakes San Diego County
• Earthquake Rattles Central California
• Earthquake Felt In Riverside County

3. Victims ID'd: 5 Now Dead In Orinda Halloween Party Shooting

The FBI has joined the investigation, along with multiple agencies. The home where the shootings happened was rented on Airbnb.

4. How Goats Helped Save Reagan's Legacy

The Ronald Reagan Presidential Library was surrounded by wildfire Wednesday, but the Gipper had a secret firefighting weapon.

5. Rep. Katie Hill Resigns As Sex Scandal Mounts

The congresswoman from Los Angeles County, announced her resignation amid allegations of sexual misconduct.

Also see:

• Katie Hill To Take On 'Revenge Porn' From Outside Halls Of Power
• Katie Hill Blasts 'Misogynistic' Politics In Defiant House Speech
• Trump Ally George Papadopoulos To Run For Katie Hill's Seat

6. Two Racehorses Die At Santa Anita Park Bringing Death Toll To 36

2 horses were euthanized after suffering injury at Santa Anita Race Track this weekend: GQ Covergirl, & Bye Bye Beautiful.

7. Couple Marrying Near Kincade Fire Shoots Smoky Wedding Photos

A bride and groom getting married in Kenwood, near the Sonoma County Kincade Fire, took dramatic wedding pictures while sporting air masks.

8. California Wildfire Victims Pick Up The Pieces: Photo Gallery

After the terrifying flames rush through, leaving nothing but ash, victims of the California Wildfires sift through the rubble to find hope.

Also see:

• 10 New Images Of The Kincade Fire, Now One Week Old
• Getty And Tick Fires' Devastation In SoCal In 15 Images

9. Firefighters Sing Happy Birthday To Son, 3, During Tick Fire

Even though one firefighter dad missed his son's birthday while he was away fighting fires, his buddies helped him make the most of it.

10. California Wildfires: How To Help Victims Across The State

Here's a list of places you can donate to help the thousands of Californians affected by wildfires this week.

Also see:

• Property Owners Affected By CA Wildfires Can Get Tax Relief
• AT&T Donates $100k To Help Kincade Fire Relief
• Verizon Donates $100k To Help Hill, Easy Fire Relief
• Uber Offering Fire Victims Free Rides To Evacuation Centers
• 'Overwhelming Turnout' For Santa Rosa Food Drive For Evacuees

For the weekend:

• Dia De Los Muertos; Discovery Day; Craft Fairs: NorCal Weekend
• Dia De Los Muertos; Afterburn; Race For The Cure: SoCal Weekend