Suspected Serial Killer Caught; Survivors Engaged: 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. Golden State Killer, Nightstalker Caught Decades Later: Cops

Decades after the serial killer and rapist terrorized California, police say he's in custody. He was in California, hiding in plain sight.

Related:

• Golden State Killer: DNA From Genealogy Website Cracked Case
• Golden State Killer: 5 Chilling Theories Once Seen As Crazy
• Golden State Killer: A Timeline Of Terror

2. Hidden Body, Falsified Records: Inmate's Death Plagues CA Prison

A year after a decomposed body was discovered concealed in a cell, questions remain despite investigations.

• Also see: Inmate Escapes Prison In Los Angeles County

3. Southwest Airlines Cancels Dozens Of Flights

The airline is checking engines for damage following a recent, deadly engine explosion.

4. Navy Sailor Charged With Stealing Grenades From San Diego Ship

Twenty grenades were stolen last year from San Diego-based guided missile destroyer USS Pinckney.

5. NorCal Fire Victims Invited To Take Free Family Portraits

FireProofs: a free event for any family who lost their home or photographs in the October 2017 fires in Sonoma, Napa and neighboring areas.

6. Rattlesnake Bites Hiker On Mount Tamalpais

The hiker was transported by helicopter to John Muir Medical Center.

• Also see: 16 Treated Following Gas Leak In San Francisco

7. Las Vegas Shooting Survivors Plan Their Wedding

He saved her life in Las Vegas, and she said yes. This love story has been three years in the making, and at last this pair will say "I Do."

• Also see: Newlywed Couple Stuck After Accident While On Honeymoon

8. Trump Fixer Michael Cohen To Plead The Fifth

President Donald Trump's attorney told a judge in the Stormy Daniels trial he would plead the 5th due to possible criminal charges.

9. Boaters Seek Struggling, Tangled Whale Off OC Coast

Orange County boaters and whale watchers are seeking an entangled whale last seen off the south Orange County coastline.

• Also see: Baby Grey Foxes Reunited With Mom Thanks To Peninsula Shelter

10. Feisty Feline Foils Firefighters During Rescue Attempt

It took firefighters and a local rescue group to help prevent a cat-astrophe.

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show; Book Festival: NorCal Weekend
• Stagecoach Festival; Pet Day On The Bay: SoCal Weekend

Photo courtesy Mykenzie Lane