On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all across California. Here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.
Other notable stories this week include:
Missed the big lowrider event in San Francisco's Mission District over the weekend? Patch has you covered with a photo slideshow.
He faces 40 years in prison for the murder and a gun enhancement, according to the East Bay Times.
This beaming Risso's dolphin was spotted just a short distance from the Dana Point shoreline.
It took just a few hours to locate the stolen dog, police said.
Steven Romero will continue to face prosecution after a judge found insufficient evidence that he would respond to treatment.
Detectives believe there may be additional victims after a passenger reported being sexually assaulted during a ride downtown.
He leaves behind his wife, two daughters and a son, according to a fundraiser.
Article in San Francisco, California Crime & Safety
More than 200 guests from Ronald McDonald House Southern California attended the Carlsbad theme park's Halloween celebration.
The emergency agreement will allow the city to pull around 200,000 cubic yards of sand from a local riverbed, The OC Register reported.
Local animal services have taken in over 400 cats.
Alcohol use declined nationwide for the first time since the pandemic began, but heavy drinking was up among older adults.
The free festival will feature German food and beer, live entertainment, more than 130 vendors, a dog costume contest and kids activities.
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