Forest Workers Kidnapped | Homeless Camp Is Film Set | Man Tased Over Chores | Man Shoots Mom At PD: CA News

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.

• Forest Officers Kidnapped, Held Hostage At Gunpoint In CA Wilderness: FBI
• Rare Childhood Cancer Cases In CA Prompt Feds To Push For Investigation Into Pesticide
• Man Shot Mother To Death Outside Police Station, Left Her Body At Church: DA
• Will Ferrell Explains Why He Quit His Job At Disneyland: Stars Who Worked At The House Of Mouse
• Man Tased In Dispute Over Household Chores: Police
• Sinkhole Swallows 2: Chaos On Sunset Strip
• 2-Year-Old Killed In Apparent Accidental Shooting
• Celebrity Chef Opens Downtown Disney Restaurant
• Felony Suspect Swims Mile Into Ocean To Escape Police
• Deputy Told Inmate 'No One Would Believe Her' After Sexual Assault: DA
• Cat Survives 30-Mile Ride Under Truck, Rescued From Highway 101 In Northern CA
• Arrest Made In Fiery Crash That Killed Mother, Baby
• Bay Area Woman Helped Save Hundreds Of Lab Research Beagles In Wisconsin. Now She Faces Prison
• Legendary Pilot Capt. Sully Reveals Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
• Man Accused Of 'Violently' Killing Kitten Arrested
• Murderer Found In East Bay After Skipping BART Fare
• Massive San Francisco Homeless Encampment Turns Out To Be Film Set
• Reporter Stays Calm As Flying Cockroach Crawls On Her
• Trapped And Banging On The Windows: Survivors Grapple With SF Bay Tragedy
• Suspect's Escape Plan Ends With Him Begging to Be Rescued From Storm Drain: Police
• Beloved Beach Restaurant Announces Closure After 50 Years
• Chilling Video Shows Moments Before Fatal Shooting
• Former Mayor Messaged About Wine Instead Of 'Roofies' And No 'Means Yes', Jurors Told In Explosive Arguments
• Iconic CA Restaurant Set For Demolition After Losing Landmark Status: Report
• 4-Year-Old Dies After RV Backs Up Over Her At Campground
• .DMV Cheating Scandal: Why Thousands May Lose License
• 2 Significant Earthquakes Rattle SoCal In 2 Days
• Speeding Porsche Kills Cyclist
• Unknown Marine Animal Bite Reported In Bay Area Lagoon
• Groundbreaking Mastoidectomy Performed On Gorilla
• World's Biggest Fast Food Chain Comes To Bay Area
• Trump-Connected Contractor Behind Tijuana River Project Awarded Second No-Bid Contract
• Fusion Startup Opens New CA Headquarters
• Teenage Girl Falls To Her Death Near Big Bear Dam
• Actress Joanna Pettet, Bond Girl, Dies At 83 In Temecula
• Murdered Millionaire's Body ID'd Through Familial DNA 40+ Years Later
• Port Chicago Weekend Honors Sailors' Legacy
• 'Greet The Power Elite' - Bohemian Grove Protests Return With Museum Show

• Other notable stories this week include:

Grocery Outlet Expands Facial Recognition At Local Stores: Report

Concord and Pleasant Hill locations use artificial intelligence to identify suspected repeat shoplifters before thefts occur

French Bull Dog 'Lady' Still Missing, Suspect Arrested

Police continue searching for a stolen French bulldog after arresting a San Jose man in a burglary and shooting.

Grunion Run: Tiny Edible Fish To Invade SoCal Beaches This Week. Here's Where

Officials reminded beachgoers they are allowed to take the edible fish, but the grunion must be caught by hand.

Man Who Tried To Abduct Ex-Girlfriend Leads Police On Chase Through OC: Police

The 48-year-old Costa Mesa man was arrested after leading police on the pursuit through Irvine Monday, police said.

1 Killed When Tesla Flips, Bursts Into Flames In Newport Beach: Police

Investigators believe the Tesla was driving at a high rate of speed when it drove off the roadway and flipped.

Man Who Hit 2 People With Car After 'Exchanging Words' Sentenced In OC

The 30-year-old man pleaded guilty Thursday and was immediately sentenced to 10 years in prison.

Murrieta Launches Its First E-Sports League For Adults

The city said the Adult E-Sports League provides residents with an "organized and engaging recreational experience."

Killer In Haunting Cloverdale Child Murder Case Sentenced After 44 Years

Forty-four years after a girl's killing, DNA evidence and genealogy finally secure a murder conviction.

CA Property Sells For $10 Despite Being Valued At $900K — But There's A Catch

The plan is to use the land for affordable housing, according to KQED.

30 Charged In Alleged San Diego Crack Cocaine Market

"With these 30 indictments, the message is simple: San Diego is a paradise, but it's not a gangster's paradise."

SeaWorld San Diego To Host FIFA World Cup Final Watch Party With Orcas

"It's heartwarming to see the excitement from all walks of life, including our marine life, coming together to celebrate the world's best."

Rabies-Infected Bat Found At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

The bat is the 19th to test positive for rabies this year in San Diego County.

Wildfire In Campo Prompts Evacuation Orders, Freeway Closure

The San Diego County Sheriff's Office issued evacuation orders and warnings for nearby areas.

SeaWorld San Diego's Howl-O-Scream Returning With 6 Haunted Houses, New Attractions

The theme park's nighttime Halloween event will return Sept. 11 with its largest lineup in the event's six-year history.

SeaWorld San Diego Welcomes Dolphin Calf, Sea Lion Pup

"These births are an extraordinary testament to the dedication and expertise of our animal care and veterinary teams."