Golden Globes Protest​; Sea Lion Attacks: Top CA Stories

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 Gov. Brown: All Hell Is Breaking Loose

In a wide-ranging interview that aired on television Sunday, Gov. Jerry Brown discussed climate change, taxes and retirement.

2. Flu Claims Lives Of 2 In California

The Centers for Disease Control said the U.S. can expect to see an increase in influenza activity in the coming weeks.

• Also see: Covered California Deadline Friday For Insurance Starting 2018

3. Stars To Wear Black To Protest Harassment At Golden Globes

Women in entertainment are getting increasingly fed up with the "casting couch dynamic" of Hollywood. Now, they're protesting.

Related:

• Golden Globe Awards Nominees 2018: LIST
• Salma Hayek: Harvey Weinstein 'Was My Monster'
• Weinstein Blacklisted Judd, Sorvino, 'Hobbit' Director Claims

4. Disney Acquires Much Of Rupert Murdoch's Fox Empire

The blockbuster $52.4 billion stock deal shakes up the entertainment industry, transferring huge film franchises and tv networks.

5. Cal Fire Engineer From San Diego County Dies Fighting Thomas Fire

Cory Iverson, 32, of Escondido, leaves behind his pregnant wife and their 2-year-old daughter.

• Update: Over $175,000 Raised For Family Of Fallen San Diego Firefighter

6. The Hero Who Saved Bunny From CA Blaze Comes Forward

Two men came forward to claim responsibility for saving a wild rabbit from the flames in Ventura. Only one was telling the truth.

7. 'It's A Miracle': 3 Dogs Pulled From Burning Murrieta Home

In addition to a local family's tragic loss of everything thing they owned, they initially thought all their pets were killed as well.

8. Second Sea Lion Attack In Two Days Off San Francisco

The Friday morning attack sent a swimmer to the hospital.

9. Gray Whale Entangled Off CA Coast Inspires Mass Response: Video

Local whale watchers, marine wildlife experts, and NOAA worked to help free a gray whale entangled off the Newport Beach coast, Monday.

Also see:

• Gray Whale Entangled Discovered By Laguna Beach Woman
• Sea Otter Pup Rescued Off California Coast
• Orphaned Mountain Lion Cubs Found Near Trabuco Canyon Adopted
• Llamas On The Lam Give Santa Cruz Cops A Run For Their Money
• $5K Reward: Station Mascot Dog Still Missing Since Creek Fire

10. Target Employee & Toddler Host Impromptu Dance Party: WATCH

A Duarte Target employee helped a tired mom out when her toddler was "unusually rambunctious" in the store.

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• Holiday Ice Rinks; Menorah Lightings: NorCal Weekend
• Living Nativity; Ice Rinks; Menorah Lightings: SoCal Weekend

ALSO SEE:

• California's Top Dog Names Of 2017: LIST
• 2017 Best Restaurants In California: OpenTable
• What Were California's Most Visited Places In 2017?
• CA's Best Food And Drink: 2018 'Complete Guide' Ranks Top Spots
• List Of Retailers Closing Stores In 2018

Photo: Sea lions at Pier 39 by Renee Schiavone/Patch