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Hitchhiker Kitten|3,500-Mile Ride|Stowaway Iguana: Top CA Stories
Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.
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!)
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Burt Reynolds, Hollywood's famed playboy and star of such iconic films as "Deliverance," has died.
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The statute of limitations or lack of evidence stymied sex assault cases against actors Kevin Spacey, Steven Seagal and Anthony Anderson.
Rapper Mac Miller was found dead in his San Fernando Valley home, according to TMZ.
Also see:
- JFK Nephew, Actor Christopher Lawford Dies At 63
- Post Malone Involved In Car Crash In West Hollywood
- Vince Vaughn Charged With DUI After Manhattan Beach Checkpoint
4. Academy Scraps Unpopular New 'Popular Film' Oscar Category
And the award for the most short-lived Academy Award category goes to...
5. Gwyneth Paltrow's 'Goop' Can't Market Vaginal Stones As Cure-All
If you purchased certain "eggs" or oils hoping for quick fixes for depression, hormone imbalance or bladder control, you may get a refund.
6. After Battling Massive CA Blaze, Firefighter Surprises Daughter
Aimee Fewell shared a photo of her husband who came home early to surprise the family after battling the largest wildfire in state history.
7. Danville Toddler Beating Cancer, But Battle Is Far From Over
Rooms of Hope stepped in to create beautiful personalized bedrooms for Benjamin Rutherford and his family.
8. Friend Rides 3500 Miles Through 9 States For Fallen Dublin Deputy
In 1998, James Del Rio lost his beat partner and best friend. This year, he rode across nine states over the course of 73 days in his honor.
9. Puppy In Perilous Predicament On Dana Point Cliff
A tense morning in Dana Point as firefighters & technical rescue workers did their best to rescue a small puppy that was trapped on a bluff.
10. Stanford Nurse Reunites With NICU Baby Who Is Now A Doctor
Nurse Vilma Wong said she recognized Brandon Seminatore's name. He just happened to be a baby she cared for 28 years ago.
11. Stowaway Iguana Hitches Ride From Cancun To CA In A Bikini Top
The spiny-tailed Iguana got more than it bargained for when picking its nesting spot.
12. Kitten Hitchhikes Across California In Car Engine
That strange purring heard from San Francisco to Beverly Hills wasn't something a mechanic could fix.
FOR THE WEEKEND:
- Chocolate Festival; Pride Parade; Oktoberfest: NorCal Weekend
- Oktoberfests; Pawmaste; Brewfest; Lobster Fest: SoCal Weekend
Top photo: courtesy of the city of Beverly Hills
Bottom photos L-R: courtesy of PHS/SPCA; courtesy of J. Del Rio; courtesy of PHS/SPCA
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