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Catch up on Southern California's top stories for Wednesday, May 6.

Kristin Smart Update: Authorities Searching Home Of South Bay Killer's Mom

The remains of Smart, 19, were never found.

Mountain Lion Caught In Escondido Neighborhood Released Near Cleveland National Forest

The male mountain lion was between 2 and 3 years old and weighed around 112 pounds, officials told Patch.

Man Arrested In Suspected Road Rage Hit-And-Run That Killed Toddler And Uncle In Playa del Rey: Police

The crash killed a 14-month-old and his uncle. The baby's father says he believes the crash may have been related to road rage.

RivCo Sheriff's Estate Auction: Jewelry, Cars, Collectibles, Electronics

See the items online, or in person for the Public Administrator Estate Auction which begins May 13.

Hit-And-Run Driver Faces Murder Charge After Pedestrian Thrown From Crosswalk

Bail was set at $2 million for the driver, who was speeding and under the influence, police said.

1 Year After Bombing, Palm Springs Clinic Breaks Ground On New Building

FBI officials said the blast was one of the largest bombings in the history of Southern California.

650 Pints Of Blood Collected During Padres Summer Blood Drive

The Padres have partnered with San Diego Blood Bank to host summer blood drives since 2017.

Menifee Union USD Dancer Wins Silver At International Dance Competition Held In Prague

Hans Christensen Middle School 8th grader represents the USA in a global stage at the World Tap Dancing Championships.

Nordstrom Rack Plans To Open New South Bay Store

A new Nordstrom Rack store is planned for the South Bay.

Earthquake Shakes Inland Empire Wednesday Morning: Did You Feel It?

The earthquake was reported at 9:45 a.m.

'Inherent Cruelty': 40 Illegal Shark Fins Seized From Private Jet Intercepted In CA

Officials said the case is an example of the "continued demand" for illegal wildlife specimen.

Community Marketplace Launches At Seal Beach Pier: What To Know

The Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce is hosting its first "Pop-ups at the Pier," a community marketplace taking place this summer.

Serial Burglar Who Targeted OC Homes In $2M Burglary Ring Sentenced: OCDA

The man was the fourth defendant to be convicted and sentenced for a surge of residential burglaries in Orange and San Bernardino counties.