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Smoky Russian Consulate; Deer Detained; Objectionable Billboard; Pups Rescued From Pipe: Calif. Stories You Can't Miss

Take a look back at some of the top news stories across California over the past week. Do you have a favorite?

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 stories, we've rounded up some of the most interesting articles from the past week.

From a deer detained on a bridge, to pups rescued from an underground pipe, take a look back at the top 10 news stories across California over the past week. (Get Patch real-time email alerts for the latest news from your California neighborhood. And iPhone users: Check out Patch's new app.)

1. Smoke Pouring From Russian Consulate In San Francisco

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The smoke is coming from a chimney as Russians burn items in the fireplace before leaving the country.

2. Hundreds Rally In Los Angeles To Support DACA

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DACA allows those who were brought into the U.S. illegally as children to work and study in the country without fear of being deported.

3. CHP Patrolling Statewide For DUI Drivers This Labor Day Weekend

"The Labor Day holiday should be a special time for friends and families at the end of summer, not a time of tragedy."

4. Boy Collapses, Dies In Westminster Soccer Match

A 13-year-old boy collapsed and then died during the CDA Slammers Players Cup in Westminster Saturday.

5. Cat Caught In Engine Compartment Rescued By Firefighters In Pleasanton

The Livermore-Pleasanton firefighters saved the cat from a terrible fate thanks to some quick-thinking and perseverance.

6. Deer In The Headlights Detained On San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge

The doe on the lam was escorted off the bridge by California Highway Patrol officers.

7. Oh, Deer! Dramatic 4-Legged Rescues During Harvey Flooding

OCFA firefighters rescued a cat and a deer, among others on Wed. The task force has split between Katy, Texas, and Houston Fire Station #21.

8. Labrador Retrievers Rescued From Underground Pipe In San Diego County

The pups, now recovering at the county's animal shelter in Carlsbad, were trapped in an underground pipe in Fallbrook for days.

9. Bikini Model, Term 'Midget' Axed From Dixon Fairgrounds Billboard After Complaints

Dixon May Fair officials cite complaints about "objectionable content."

10. Live Hot Car Demonstration; What Happens To You Inside A Hot Car?

A doctor in Orange County used himself as a test subject to show what happens when an older person is left inside a parked car on a hot day.


Also see:

Rail Fair; Ciderfest; Taste Of Sonoma; Millbrae Art & Wine Festival; Wings Over Watsonville: Labor Day NorCal Weekend

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