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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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• Brother Sentenced In Cold Case Rapes After DNA Led To Twin Suspects
• Officers Rescue Teen Being Sexually Assaulted In Skid Row
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• Woman Jumps On Hood Of Fleeing Car To Try to Save Her Dog From Thieves
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• Mom Accused Of Killing Child May Have Driven With Body For Days: Report
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• Armed Man, Barricades Inside Waldorf Astoria
• CVS To Close 25 MinuteClinics Across CA: Here's Where
• Joshua Tree Skeletal Remains Confirmed As Missing Florida Hiker
• Walmart Announces $128K Annual Salary, Stock Grant, No College Needed
• Danny Masterson Transferred To Prison That Housed Charles Manson
• CA Woman, America's Oldest Living Person, To Turn 116

Other notable stories this week include:

Student, Father Arrested After Threats Made Against High School

Unserialized firearms, other assault weapons and "several destructive devices" were found at the family's home, according to police.

2 Arrested In Skyscraper Graffiti That Looms Over Grammys And Provoked A whole City

Police are still looking for more than a dozen additional suspects in the high-rise vandalism, marring LA's skyline.

Earthquake Hits Just Outside Of San Francisco

Here's what the U.S. Geological Survey has to say about the earthquake.

'Prepare Like Your Life Depends On It': Powerful Storm To Slam SoCal

Just days after a strong storm caused flooding and freeway closures, an even more powerful storm is expected to soak Southern California.

First Ranunculus Blooms At The Flower Fields Ahead Of March Opening

The Carlsbad ranch is slated to open March 1.

'A Person Is Still Alive Today': Firefighters Commended For Rescue

After a "high-risk rescue" from a burning Walnut Creek home, the victim is still alive today, a fire official said.

Postal Worker Ran Over By Mail Thieves

Three people were arrested after they were caught on film driving into a postal worker who was trying to thwart a theft.

San Francisco 49ers Move On To Super Bowl: Photos

It was a tale of two halves with the Detroit Lions mauling the 49ers in the first half, and the 49ers dominating the second half.

Target Clerk Unwittingly Tells Newsom Retail Theft Is His Fault

When Newsom asked a clerk why she didn't intervene upon witnessing a theft, she blamed the governor, not realizing he was in front of her.

Berkeley Resident Killed In Concord Plane Crash

The 75-year-old pilot crashed shortly after taking off Tuesday morning from Buchanan Field Airport.

Tesla Mishandled Hazardous Waste In Riverside County, Across CA: DA

Tesla mishandled hazardous waste at its service centers, energy centers and at its Fremont factory, prosecutors in California allege.

Home Invasion, Burglary Ring Busted

The suspects are accused of crimes in Fremont, Union City, Milpitas, San Jose and San Bruno.

Blind Harbor Seal Pup Rescued In Palos Verdes Moving To Forever Home

The now nearly 1-year-old harbor seal pup has come a long way since his discovery on a Palos Verdes beach just days after his birth.

Santa Monica Home Invasion Rapist To Get Sentence Reduced

A state appeals court panel ordered a new sentencing hearing for a man who was convicted of forcible rape in Santa Monica in 2018.

Body Found In The Water Near The Oakland Coliseum

The body was recovered late Sunday afternoon.

Fremont Student Arrested For Making Online Violent Threats: Police

A replica gun with an extended magazine was located, according to the Fremont Police Department.

International Drug Ring Busted In Los Angeles: DOJ

A years-long investigation uncovered a massive operation to smuggle drugs from Mexico into LA and the U.S. and Canada, prosecutors said.

680 To Close Presidents' Day Weekend

A portion of southbound 680 will close for road repairs.

Warehouse Raids Lead to $5M In Stolen Nikes Across LA County: Police

The high-profile raid is the latest in an ongoing crackdown on organized retail and cargo theft out of Los Angeles.

PaleyFest LA Lineup: 'Curb Your Enthusiasm,' 'Family Guy' Panels

The festival will include a celebration of the final season of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and a live table read with the cast of "Family Guy."

Marilyn Monroe Statue Going Red In Palm Springs

The Forever Marilyn statue will be lit red in February to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, the #1 cause of death for women.

US Hockey Team, With SoCal Players, Wins At Winter Youth Olympics

Forwards Logan Stuart of Rancho Palos Verdes and Zane Torre of Ladera Ranch each had an assist in the Americans' win in a semifinal Tuesday.

4 Shot In 6 LA Street Takeovers

Authorities were investigating a series of street takeovers that happened overnight in the south Los Angeles area.

Northridge Man Threatened To Shoot Synagogues: Department Of Justice

His victim feared death and serious injury to herself and her immediate family, authorities said.

5 Arrested In Desert Massacre That Killed 6: Police

Three of the six victims were also identified by police Monday evening.

'Crime-Fighting' Street Cameras Roll Across Southwest Riverside County

Cities across the region continue investing in the devices to solve and reduce crime.

LAPD Boosts Efforts to Seize Guns In Domestic Violence Cases

Authorities are working to make it easier to track, investigate and hold accountable people who are supposed to surrender their firearms.