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Officer Slain; School To Desegregate; Heroes Save Man: CA Stories

Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.

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A Riverside Sheriff's deputy walks toward the emergency room entrance to the Riverside University Health System Medical Center in Moreno Valley after a California Highway Patrol officer was killed in a shootout in Riverside on Monday, Aug 12, 2019.
A Riverside Sheriff's deputy walks toward the emergency room entrance to the Riverside University Health System Medical Center in Moreno Valley after a California Highway Patrol officer was killed in a shootout in Riverside on Monday, Aug 12, 2019. (Watchara Phomicinda/The Orange County Register via AP)

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 at some of this week's top news stories from across the state.

1. CHP Officer Killed, Suspect Dead In Gunfight In Riverside

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Officer Andre Moye, 34, died from his injuries. Two other officers were injured.

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2. School District In Marin County Agrees To Desegregate School

The Attorney General's Office said Sausalito Marin City School District intentionally established a segregated elementary and middle school.

3. UCSC Researcher Dies In Alaska Diving Accident, Campus Mourns

Umihiko (Umi) Hoshijima, 28, "was beloved by his lab mates and colleagues worldwide.”

4. Livermore, Pleasanton Heroes Save Marin Man In Cardiac Arrest

Fifty-nine-year-old Albert Hart was doing some endurance training at Shadow Cliffs when he suffered sudden cardiac arrest.

5. Lady Gaga Donates $11K To Gilroy Schools

Through her Born This Way Foundation, the mega star performer announced wanting to give back to those impacted by the recent U.S. shootings.

6. 'Hugging Guru' Amma Reinforces San Ramon Roots During Visit

Known as a “universal mother,” devotees believe a single hug from Amma can heal all.

7. Lego Movie World Coming To Legoland California In 2020

Lego Movie World will be the largest park addition in Legoland California's history, park officials said.

8. Disneyland Guest Uses 34-Year-Old Ticket To Enter Parks

In 1985, there was no CA Adventure, a Disneyland ticket cost $16.50, & to celebrate the 30th Anniversary, every 30th guest got a free pass.

9. 2 'Friends' Central Perk Pop-Ups To Open In LA

Sit on the iconic orange couch and order "Friends"-themed drinks to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the hit sitcom.

10. California's Best Pizza Can Be Found In LA

Not all pizza is made the same — to try the Golden State's best slice, you'll have to head to 786 Degrees in Los Angeles County.

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