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Francesca Gambini, left, Cara Tan, center, and Alejandra Pulido laugh as the return to shore after trying to cross on a temporary lake on foot in Death Valley on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2024, in Death Valley National Park, Calif.
Francesca Gambini, left, Cara Tan, center, and Alejandra Pulido laugh as the return to shore after trying to cross on a temporary lake on foot in Death Valley on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2024, in Death Valley National Park, Calif. (AP Photo/Ty ONeil)

CALIFORNIA —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.

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Injured Golden Eagle Rehabilitated At San Diego Humane Society

The eagle was unable to fly when it arrived at San Diego Humane Society's Ramona Wildlife Center.

Do Tesla Cybertrucks Rust In The Rain? Lead Engineer Defends Vehicles

After some owners of the new truck, which retails for up to nearly $100,000, complained of rust, a Tesla engineer refuted their claims.

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First In The Nation Drone Program Approved

The Drone as First Responder Program will dispatch drones to emergencies, arriving ahead of police and firefighters.

Police Bust Brothel Being Run Out Of East Bay Home: Police

A neighbor tipped off police about suspicious activity, leading to the takedown.

Infant Left In Running Car During Home Depot Robbery: Police

Officers met the pair of suspects as they left the store. Inside one suspect's home was drugs packaged for sale, police said.

Dangers Of Buttocks Injections Known By RivCo Pair Accused Of Murder

The mother and daughter are charged with murder in the death of 26-year-old Los Angeles resident Karissa Rajpaul.

'Trash, Needles and Human Waste': CA's Plan To Fight Homeless Camps

The bill would prohibit camping within 500 feet of schools, open spaces and transit stops, as well as on streets if shelter is available.

'Superbug' Infection Spreading In CA, Around U.S.: See Latest Data

The multidrug-resistant C. auris fungus kills about one-third of people who contract it, according to the CDC.

Driver Plummets Off Roadway, Rescued By Helicopter Crew

An SUV driver failed to navigate a hairpin curve in De Luz, launching 500 feet downhill. If not for a 911 caller, no one would have known.

3.2 Earthquake Shakes Bay Area Thursday Morning

The U.S. Geological Survey reports the earthquake was felt more than 100 miles from the epicenter in Fremont.

Contagious Stomach Bug Spreads Across California

Cases of "the stomach bug" are spiking in California.

Dodger Stadium Gondola Plan Moves Forward — But Not Everyone Is Happy

A controversial plan to build a gondola over Los Angeles to shuttle passengers to Dodgers games moved forward Thursday.

Inland Empire's White-Hot Warehousing Sector Cools

A surge in expansion due to the pandemic has begun to correct itself, according to an industry watcher.

Pastor Charged With Child Sexual Assault In RivCo, More Victims Sought

The 78-year-old clergyman is accused of sex acts with a child. Investigators believe there may be additional victims.

Chiquita Canyon Landfill Ordered To Address Imminent Dangers

State Assemblymember Pilar Schiavo, D-Chatsworth, issued a statement Thursday, stating this is an urgent crisis demanding immediate solution.

Verdict Reached In Rebecca Grossman Murder Trial

Breaking: The Los Angeles Socialite was charged with murder for running down two young boys in a Westlake Village intersection in 2020.

Killer Sought In Fatal Pepper Spray Argument On Metro Bus

Authorities are looking for a man who pepper-sprayed another man who died following a confrontation on a Los Angeles Metro bus.

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