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Gus, left, and Carson were found abandoned on Saddleback Mountain.
Gus, left, and Carson were found abandoned on Saddleback Mountain. (Courtesy of Sadie Marvick )

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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'Incredible': 17 Killer Whales Prey On Creature In Rare Sighting

A known whale — Emma — led the charge. She was accompanied by Xena, believed to be her mother, and Liner, likely her brother.

PG&E Seeks Rate Hike To Pay For Wildfire Mitigation, Pandemic Expenses

PG&E is requesting $1.4 billion over 12 months beginning in March.

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Boats Light Up Dana Point Harbor For Annual Parade: Photos

The 48th Annual Boat Parade of Lights illuminated the waters at Dana Point Harbor this weekend for all to see.

Video Shows Disneyland Guest Making Anti-Mexican Remarks: Report

The video was captured inside of a Disneyland bathroom and has triggered upset across social media.

SoCal's Brutal Commutes Not As Bad For The Rich: Report

More affordable housing can come at the price of a long commute, the Los Angeles Times reported.

Man Indicted In Brinks Robbery After Compassionate Release From Prison

A 60-year-old bank robber given compassionate release from prison was indicted in connection with a Brinks truck robbery in LA months later.

CA 'Toilet To Tap' Proposal Could Be Approved Next Week

State authorities will vote on regulations for turning sewage into drinking water across California

Dodgers Officially Introduce Their Babe Ruth, Shohei Ohtani

The two-time American League Most Valuable Player donned Dodger blue after six remarkable, playoff-less, seasons with the Angels.

LAPD Helicopters Offer Unclear Benefit To Crime, Audit Finds

"Neither our office nor the LAPD can demonstrate that police helicopters actually deter crime in the city," the LA city controller said.

Resident Spooked By Arm In Window: Redondo Beach Crime Blotter

The crime blotter covers incidents in Redondo Beach from Nov. 23 to 30.

2 Guilty In Triple Murder Over Cocaine Shipment Lost In The Mail

The 2019 slayings in an upscale Porter Ranch community stemmed from a cocaine shipment intercepted by postal inspectors.

DA Exonerates 2 Men Imprisoned For Murder Since They Were Teens

Investigators found exculpatory evidence for two men who spent most of their lives in prison for murders they didn't commit.

Youth Arrested For 'Swatting' Attacks Targeting OC Synagogues

A juvenile suspect was taken into custody in connection with reported "swatting" attacks targeting synagogues in Orange County.

Closed LA Starbucks Could Be Forced To Reopen After Labor Complaint

Starbucks said it closed six LA stores for safety reasons. But federal labor officials claim the stores were closed to snuff out unionizing.

4 Police Shootings Over 6 Days In Riverside County

All of the incidents are under investigation.

Massive Fire Destroys Historic Yacht Club In Marina Del Rey

The overnight fire gutted the historic yacht club and sent two firefighters to the hospital with moderate injuries, officials said.

Marin County Business Makes Oprah's Favorite Things List For 2023

The holidays are especially merry and bright for one Marin County business and for the employees of their Petaluma processing facility.

SoFi Stadium To Host Super Bowl LXI In 2027: Report

Team owners voted unanimously on the selection Wednesday during league meetings in Dallas.

André Braugher Dead At 61

The two-time Emmy winner known for his roles in "Brooklyn Nine-Nine" and "Glory" died Monday.

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