Pastor Hires Hitmen: PD | Lego Miffed By Mugshots | Hijacked Bus Slams Into Ritz

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.

• Woman Targeted The Vulnerable, Forged Wills, Dismembered Victim: DOJ
• Man Breaks Into Home With Hammer And Is Fed By Residents, Police Say
• Man Who Kidnapped Bus Driver And Slammed Into Ritz Arrested: Police
• 3 Peregrine Falcon Eggs Laid On UC Berkeley's Bell Tower
• Armored Car Robbery Suspect Leaps From 3rd-Story And Is Shot By Police
• 86 Dogs Rescued From 'Unlivable' Home: Police
• Cops Sub Lego Heads For Mug Shots. Lego Has Strong Opinions About That.
• Outfitted For Warfare, Men Illegally Kill Wild Burros In Mojave Desert
• Taylor Swift's 70K CA Crowd Caused Seismic Event Amid Eras Tour: CalTech
• Man Needs Rescuing After Falling Over Steep Cliff Trying To Rescue Pet Bird
• All-New Dino Valley Land Opens At Legoland California
• CA Pastor Paid Hitmen To Kill Daughter's Boyfriend: Police
• CA Man Groomed Girls As 'Sex Slaves' For Other Men: FBI
• UFO Conference To Land In CA
• Here’s What Caused The Glowing Light In The CA Sky
• Berkeley Woman Stabbed To Death, Daughter Arrested: Reports

Other notable stories this week include:

This Is How Much It Costs To 'Live Comfortably' In CA

Seven of the ten costliest cities in a recent national ranking were in California.

Danville Resident & Former Fire Chief Admits To Grand Theft: DA

Former Con Fire Battalion Chief Louis Manzo admitted to stealing over $46,000 from the fire department through falsifying records.

CA Has 3rd Worst Roads In The Country, New Ranking Says

California’s roads are the most traveled in the country but also the third worst, according to Consumer Affairs.

CA Investigator Of The Year Is From The East Bay

His unit specializes in investigating sexual assaults and other sensitive crimes.

Trader Joe's Recall: Cashews Sold In CA May Contain Salmonella

A California company recalled the nuts sold at Trader Joe's after routine import testing found Salmonella.

San Diego School Administrator Arrested On Child Porn Charges: Police

Detectives are looking for other potential victims.

Long Beach 1st Grader A Semifinalist In NASA Competition

The 6-year-old girl's project proposed exploring the largest of Saturn's moons, Titan.

Shohei Ohtani's Interpreter Fired Amid Allegations He Stole Millions

The Dodgers fired Shohei Ohtani's interpreter, alleging he stole millions of dollars from the star to place illegal bets with a bookmaker.

Wrong-Way Driver Blamed For Deadly Crash That Caused Gridlock

I-580 was at a standstill for hours during Tuesday's morning commute. Police say the driver was running from police following a theft.

Berkeley Woman Stabbed To Death, Daughter Arrested: Reports

The suspect was arrested following Sunday's death.

'Dangerous' Felon At Large In OC After Fleeing Halfway House, DA Says

Authorities are on the hunt for a dangerous convicted felon after he walked away from a halfway house in Orange County.

Suspect Arrested In Unprovoked Attacks

The most recent attacks happened at the beach.

Disneyland Offers Guests New Fireworks Experience Coming April

Starting this April, Disneyland's Main Street won't be the only location where residents can experience the park's fireworks display.

SoCal Mountain Diner Gets TikTok Rave Reviews From Australia

"It's like stepping inside a movie!" an Aussie TikToker told 200K+ viewers, describing endless coffee and conversation in the mountain town.

Poway Unified Teacher Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Student: Police

Police are seeking witnesses and potential victims.

Massive Battery Storage Facility Nears Completion In Menifee

Once completed, Calpine’s Nova Power Bank, situated on 43 acres along Antelope Road, will be among the nation's largest, officials say.

Kris Jenner's Sister, Karen Houghton, Dies In San Diego County

Karen Houghton was Kris Jenner's only sister. They both grew up in San Diego.

Alamo Former Doctor Sentenced For Unlawfully Prescribing Opioids: DOJ

Parto Karimi was sentenced to prison after admitting to knowingly prescribing highly addictive opioids outside the scope of her practice.

High-End Smash-And-Grab Robbery Ring Busted

The men are accused of running an operation over two years that included smash-and-grab thefts at high-end stores across the state.

Gray Whale Dies After Beaching

The whale died after being found wedged in the sand at Little Dume Beach in Malibu.l

2-Alarm Fire Damages 100-Year-Old Amador Valley High School Gym

School is open Monday, but remains without power, according to PUSD

2 Fugitives Wanted In WA State Killing Found In Riverside County

Philip James Brewer and Christina Joel Hardy allegedly killed 74-year-old Curtis Engeland of Mercer Island.

1931's 'Aluminaire House' Celebrated In Palm Springs

The house, designed by Albert Frey and A. Lawrence Kocher in 1931, was the first all-metal house in the United States.

Pleasanton School Officials Defend Decision To Open School After Fire

The school district said they were told by the fire department that classes could continue safely.