Siblings Reunited|Purple Heart Found|Straws Banned: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. 127 CA Schools Rank Among Healthiest In US: LIST

A record 461 schools from 26 states and the District of Columbia were recognized as the country's healthiest schools.

2. California 'Bans' Straws In Restaurants

With California the first state to implement restrictions on plastic straws, the business community appears to support it.

3. Escaped Inmate Captured In Alameda County

Justin Tyquiengco, who walked away from Washington Ridge Conservation Camp Tuesday, was nabbed at a San Leandro gas station.

4. Reality Show Doctor And Girlfriend Accused in 12 More Rapes

Prosecutors say reality show doctor Grant Robicheaux and his girlfriend used dating apps to find sex-prey as more victims come forward.

5. Pleasanton Woman Abandoned In Korea As A Toddler Meets Brother

A simple DNA test brought the siblings together.

6. S.J. Vet Loses Purple Heart; Fellow Soldier Finds It

The two veterans lived parallel lives in different military branches until one man finds the other's Purple Heart on the road.

7. Starbucks Restroom Video Camera Installed By Plumber: Police

Police are asking anyone who hired this plumber, a registered sex offender, to check their restrooms and bathrooms.

8. $30K Raised After Riverside County Mom Killed In Crash

The region continues to mourn Krystil Kincaid, a 29-year-old mom who was pregnant with her fourth child.

9. Something Tried To Take A Bite Out Of Triscuit

This harbor seal pup is NOT a stuffed animal! She was rescued by a group of women in Dana Point earlier this week, and is now recovering.

10. Second Southern White Rhino Pregnant At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

A Southern white rhino named Amani at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido has become pregnant through artificial insemination.

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Top photo credit: San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Photos credit L-R: courtesy Gloria Alanko; Brenda Knox; Morgan Hill Police Department