Potholes Fixed For Pizza; Warriors Win Again: 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. Effort To Split CA Into 3 States Qualifies For Ballot

Voters will decide in November whether to split the Golden State into three separate regions.

• Also see: California Ghost Town And Mining Operation Up For Sale

2. Warriors Win NBA Championship, 3rd In 4 Years

Sweep! The Golden State Warriors captured the crown in four straight games over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

3. Olympic Skier Bode Miller's Toddler Drowns In OC Pool

"Never in a million years did we think we would experience a pain like this,” the 40-year-old Olympian said about his daughter on Instagram.

4. Honey Smacks Recalled After 5 In CA Sickened By Salmonella: CDC

The popular breakfast cereal has been recalled in 31 states, including California, after more than 70 people have been sickened, CDC says.

• Also see: Pre-Cut Melons Linked To Salmonella Recalled In CA

5. Paving For Pizza: Domino's Helps Repair Potholes In Burbank

The national pizza chain is donating money to cities to help repair potholes so that pizzas don't get ruined when they leave the store.

6. Sitter Leaves SoCal Boy In 120-Degree Car For Hours: Police

A 6-year-old boy was rescued from a 120-degree car after his 60-year-old babysitter allegedly left him alone for hours to go shopping.

7. Sex, Threats and Punching: Beaumont High's Most Scandalous Year

Plus, what lies ahead for those accused in a series of scandals.

8. Here's Why Petaluma High Valedictorian Says Her Speech Was Cut

Lulabel Seitz was mid-speech when the sound to her mic was cut. She takes to YouTube to finish what she had to say about a sexual assault.

9. Watch Blue Whale Mother And Baby Playing Off Dana Point

A blue whale and her baby played together to the joy of onlookers from local whale watching vessels.

10. Hiker Says She Stabbed Charging Bear In LA County

A 25-year-old woman said she was forced to stab a black bear when it attacked her as she hiked the Pacific Trail in Agua Dulce.

FOR THE WEEKEND:

• County Fairs; BBQ Challenge; Father's Day Events: NorCal Weekend
• Car Shows; County Fair; Father's Day Events: SoCal Weekend

Photo courtesy of Domino's Pizza