New Laws; $36M Winning Ticket; Earthquake App: 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. (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. 5 New CA Laws That May Change Your Life In 2019

Hundreds of bills were signed into law in 2018. Here are a handful of them that may affect you the most.

2. Traffic Safety Laws Coming To CA In 2019

The California Highway Patrol wants to ensure motorists know of these new laws in the New Year.

3. 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' Actor Bob Einstein Dead At 76

Bob Einstein, writer, actor and Emmy-winner, had recently been diagnosed with cancer.

• Also see: The Legends We Loved And Lost In 2018

4. Con Man Stole Millions In Celebrity Burglaries, Police Claim

A man, who ran a sophisticated con posing as a luxury real estate bigwig, stole millions from homes in the Hollywood Hills, detectives say.

5. Pedestrian Hit In 3-Hour Police Chase And Freeway Standoff

A driver allegedly hit a scooter rider while fleeing police in a chase that spanned three counties and shutdown the 5 Freeway.

6. Woman Bitten By Dog Owner At East Bay Park

The victim, a jogger at Anthony Chabot Regional Park, was also tackled and punched by the woman.

7. Earthquake App To Give Angelenos Early Warning For Big Quakes

The nation's first public early warning system for major quakes is available this week for Los Angeles County.

8. Alleged Turpin Torture Home Put On The Auction Block

The Perris home where David and Louise Turpin are accused of imprisoning and torturing 12 of their 13 children is up for auction.

• Update: Auction Ends For Home Where Turpin Couple Allegedly Abused Kids

9. Murrieta Store Sells Sole $36 Million Winning Lotto Ticket

The odds of winning the jackpot are one in 41,416,353.

10. Monrovia's 'Bird Box' House Becomes Tourist Attraction

The house where Sandra Bullock seeks refuge in the hit film "Bird Box" is located in Monrovia, and fans are flocking to see it.

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• Football Academy; Ice Berg Swim; Fresh Festival: NorCal Weekend
• Cheeseburger Week; Bridal Show; Jungle Bells: SoCal Weekend

Patch file photo by Renee Schiavone