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Some Mission Viejo residents were treated to a surprising sight late Thursday morning: two alpacas — one brown, one black — high-tailing it across a busy city intersection.
Some Mission Viejo residents were treated to a surprising sight late Thursday morning: two alpacas — one brown, one black — high-tailing it across a busy city intersection. (Photo Courtesy of Alix-Rae McIntosh)

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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Ravioli-Sized Big Skate Babies Hatch At CA Aquarium

Big Skates are the largest species of skates found in North America and can grow as long as 8 feet — about the size of a surfboard.

Father And Daughter Charged In Fatal Robbery That Killed 1 In Newport

The pair was charged with a robbery that turned deadly in Newport Beach Saturday.

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16 New Rides Could Be Added To Disneyland Park As Part Of Expansion

The proposed expansion would bring new rides and attra

Contra Costa Couple Faces Torture, Homicide Charges In Toddler's Death

The 21-year-old man and the 22-year-old woman are also accused of abusing a second child who was found suffering life-threatening injuries.

Fleet Week Gives Parents Chance To See Son Play With 1st Marine Division Brass Band

Sgt Cameron Wanser grew up in Pleasant Hill and started playing the saxophone when he was about 10 years old.

Drug Deal Gone Wrong Led To Rossmoor Shootout: OCSD

One of the wounded gunmen was released from the hospital to the Orange County Sheriff's Department. All parties face potential charges.

Burglary At Louis Vuitton Store Interrupted By Walnut Creek Police

The thieves crashed a Land Rover through the store window to gain access to the Broadway Plaza storefront, police said.

Hundreds Mourn Slain Sheriff's Deputy At LA Cathedral

A funeral was held today for a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy who was gunned down in his patrol vehicle last month in Palmdale.

Soulja Boy's Cars, Cash And Jewelry To Be Seized To Satisfy Lawsuit

A jury found the rapper assaulted a woman at his Malibu home, but has not paid the $471,800 he owes her as part of the jury award.

Walnut Creek No Longer Accepting Public Comments Made Remotely On Zoom

"Those making the hateful comments are not residents of Walnut Creek and in many instances are not residents of California."

Arrest Made In Noelle Russo Killing, A Sonoma County Cold Case

In 1983, Noelle Russo's body was found in unincorporated Rohnert Park. Forty years later, a Lake County man has been arrested in her death.

L.A. Mulls Moratorium On Breeding While Shelters Are Overcrowded

If approved, the moratorium on new breeding permits would last until the city's shelters are at or below 75% capacity for three months

LeBron James: Bronny Doing 'Extremely Well,' Aims To Play This Season

The younger James, who turns 19 on Friday, suffered a cardiac arrest during a basketball practice at USC in late July.

Man Alleges LAPD Enabled His Children's Mother To Murder Them

A man whose three young children were slain in the San Fernando Valley is suing the LAPD, accusing officers of not taking concerns seriously

School District Discovers Fraudulent Transaction Of Almost $3 Million

Authorities are investigating a fraudulent transaction for the amount of $2,933,511.64 that was discovered in late August.

Local Emergency Declared Due To Accelerated Movement In Landslide Area

The City of Rancho Palos Verdes declared a local emergency due to accelerated and concerning land movement in the landslide area.

LA Landlord Sexually Harassed Female Tenants For Years: DOJ.

According to the DOJ, the landlord offered housing benefits in exchange for sexual acts and entered women's homes without their permission.

60 Billionaires From CA Among Richest Americans: New Forbes List

See how California's richest people stack up amongst the people on the 2023 Forbes 400 list.

Pornhub Parent Company Sued For Videos Published Without Consent

The complaint was filed in San Diego federal court against Aylo Media S.A.R.L., formerly known as MindGeek.

Possible WWII Gravesite Discovery Halts Metro C Line Project: Report

Discovery of a possible gravesite of a WWII soldier halted proposed plans to extend the Los Angeles Metro C Line, according to reports.

Gov. Newsom Honors Fallen Manhattan Beach Police Officer

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has issued a statement regarding Manhattan Beach Police Officer Chad Swanson who was fatally injured Oct. 4.

Pineapple Upside Down Pancakes Make A Difference In Palm Desert

Breakfast Republic in Palm Desert donated 100% of Sept. sales from its one-of-a-kind pancakes to The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert.

Thousands Expected This Weekend At Desert's 'Power Trip Festival'

The Oct. 6-8 music festival produced by Goldenvoice features rockers Metallica, Iron Maiden, Guns N' Roses, Tool, AC/DC, and Judas Priest.

Dick Butkus, NFL Legend, Dead At 80

The legendary linebacker played his entire professional career with the Chicago Bears from 1965 to 1973.

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