Nobel Prize Winner; Beef Recall; Shark Attack: 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. 92 Calif. Billionaires On Forbes List Of Richest Americans

Ninety-two California residents have a share of the staggering $2.9 trillion in wealth owned by 400 Americans.

2. National Blue Ribbon Schools In CA: 2018 List

California had 12 schools singled out for the honor this year. Some school districts had multiple winners.

3. Beef Recall: 6.5M Pounds Of Product Recalled In CA, Elsewhere

JBS Tolleson is recalling the raw beef that could be tainted with Salmonella Newport, the USDA announced Thursday.

4. Oceanside Woman Accuses Kavanaugh Of Rape In Anonymous Letter

An anonymous letter purportedly from an Oceanside woman claims Brett Kavanaugh and a friend raped her, it was reported Tuesday.

5. Ford Supporters, Academic View Plight As 'Teachable' Moment

This pivotal time in American history may represent a turning point in how we socialize boys in how they treat girls, stakeholders claim.

6. Encinitas Shark Attack Prompts Fundraiser For Victim

Loved ones said 13-year-old Keane Hayes was attacked by a shark while diving for lobster in North County.

• Also see: Boy, 13, Attacked By Shark At Encinitas Beach

7. Caltech Scientist Is Fifth Woman To Win Nobel Prize

California Institute of Technology's Frances H. Arnold, won the Nobel Prize for pioneering the "directed evolution" of enzymes.

8. Typhus Outbreak Spreads To SGV

About 20 residents in Pasadena have been sickened with flea-borne typhus. LA health officials confirmed an outbreak Downtown as well.

9. Toys 'R' Us May Come Back In California In Surprise Move

The retailer could be opening stores in California again now that a bankruptcy auction has been canceled, court records say.

10. Kanye West's 13th Amendment Tweet Baffles Twitterverse

The rapper, who has been vocal about his support for President Donald Trump, says the amendment, which abolished slavery, needs to go.

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• Kids Are Free In October At San Diego Zoo And Safari Park
• Fleet Week; Film Festival; PortFest; ZOOtoberfest: NorCal Weekend
• Halloween Spooktacular; Adult Swim Festival: SoCal Weekend

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