Mystery Light; Baby Jesus Returned; Another Recall: 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. One In Three Expected To Travel, Breaking Holiday Records

Keeping pace with Thanksgiving, 112.5 million people are expected to travel this holiday season, thus crushing a record per AAA.

2. Mystery Light: 'Bright Fireball Over San Francisco Bay'

There's plenty of speculation about the light, but the American Meteor Society says it was definitely a meteor, and points to the evidence.

Also see:

• Bedeviled Rocket Launch Delayed Again
• Rocket Launch Delayed Again; Mystery Light Illuminates NorCal Sky

3. Lettuce, Cauliflower Recalled In CA For E. Coli

California-based Adam Bros. Farming is recalling red and green leaf lettuce, as well as cauliflower, "out of an abundance of caution."

4. PG&E Profits Going Up In Smoke

The troubled utility has spent millions on lobbyists and lawyers to protect its interests.

5. Penny Marshall Dead At 75

Penny Marshall, the comedic actress, director and producer, has died from complications of diabetes.

6. 'Fresh Prince' Actor Sues Fortnite Over The Carlton Dance

Actor Alfonso Ribeiro of the "Fresh Prince of Bel-Air" alleges the popular video game stole his famed "Carlton Dance."

7. Mother Gets Visa Waiver To Visit Dying Son In Oakland Hospital

The child is on life support at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital.

8. Young Animal Lover Proves It Takes A Village

If Maya Akers, 11, wants a career in fundraising later, she's well on her way with her Peninsula Humane Society Christmas donation drive.

9. Dead, 'Emaciated' Horses Found On 'Deplorable' RivCo Property

After "more than two years of this" at repeat-offender property, owner did not comply with care offers, county's Animal Services said.

10. Little Lost Seal Led Back To The Bay

This little guy was found next to the Oakland Airport. Perhaps he wanted to take a plane home for the holidays.

11. Watch Orcas Visit Palos Verdes Coast

Four orcas were caught on video coming up to a charter boat and swimming under it.

12. Stolen Baby Jesus Returned To Mission Viejo Nativity Scene

Residents in this neighborhood were grateful the baby was returned to his mother, Mary, before his birthday next week.

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• CHP Cracking Down On DUI Drivers, Speeders Over Christmas Weekend
• Bethlehem A.D.; Ice Skating; Breakfast With Santa: NorCal Weekend
• Christmas Boat Parade; Jungle Bells; Winter Fest: SoCal Weekend

Mission Viejo OCSD Department of Police Services Photo