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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.

• 5 8th Graders Expelled For Sharing AI Nudes Of Classmates
• Scorpion Stings CA Man In Testicles At Famed Hotel, He Claims
• Voters Ban Pride Flag In Large CA City
• Walmart Continues To Expanded In California
• Robber Takes Cash, Leaves Jar Of Marijuana For Clerk
• Man Spills Human Waste From RV, Causing Hazmat Incident During Standoff
• Former City Manager To Repay $300K Severance Package
• Tesla Cybertruck Crashes Into Iconic Beverly Hills Hotel Sign
• Man Pierced With Arrow On Sunset Boulevard, Bowman At Large
• Robotaxi Outsmarts Would-Be Car Thief: Police
• 4-Year-Old Boy Shot, Suspect Arrested: Police
• SoCal Bald Eagle 'Egg Watch' Has Fans On Edge Across The Nation
• Burglary Crews Use New High-Tech Trick To Ransack Houses
• Woman Awakens To Home Invader Masturbating Next To Her Bed: Police
• Student Threatens To Bring Bomb To School In Backpack
• CA Woman Who Tormented Journalists In Jan. 6 Capitol Attack Arrested: FBI
• PG&E Says Rate Hike, Massive Earnings Increase Are Not Related: Report
• SoCal Toddler Kidnapped From Foster Parents: FBI
• Murder Suspect Shoots Himself On CA Freeway
• Barefoot Woman Who Crawled Under Cars On Freeway Killed
• Eugene Levy Honored With Hollywood Walk Of Fame Star
• Oil Spill Off SoCal Coast

Other notable stories this week include:

San Ramon College Student Killed On Santa Cruz Beach: Reports

Authorities have confirmed that 21-year-old Zainab Mansoor was found strangled to death. Her boyfriend has been charged with homicide.

70-Year-Old Canyon Lake Man Suspected Of Impersonating A Cop

He allegedly carried a fake badge and conducted traffic stops in Canyon Lake using a sedan outfitted with emergency lights.

SoCal Father Removed Amid President Biden's State Of The Union Address

Steven Nikoui reacted to this statement from the president, reminding those present of the death of his son, Kareem Nikoui, a US Marine.

17% Increase In Tuberculosis Cases Reported In San Diego County

We are seeing more cases of TB, not just in San Diego County, but around the state," said Dr. Wilma Wooten, county public health officer.

Orange County Firefighters Honor Fallen Captain With Procession

The procession honored Capt. Rob Culp, who died after dedicating 25 years of his life to serving and protecting his communities.

Goose, Duck Intestines Illegally Smuggled Into CA; 6 Charged: Reports

Thousands of pounds of intestines were illegally imported to California and then continued on to New York, according to reports.

Tesla Cybertruck Foiled By Sand, Gets Stuck On NorCal Beach

The vehicle was “built for any planet,” according to Tesla — but not, apparently, for certain parts of planet Earth.

LAPD Plans Heightened Security At Oscars, Protests Expected: Report

Police plan to "help facilitate" potential Israel-Hamas war protests while also ensuring the safety of Oscars attendees, the NYT reported.

Shigella Outbreak In Santa Cruz County Affecting Unhoused People

So far the county has seen 27 cases, mainly among people experiencing homelessness.

Mother, Son Found Dead In Santa Rosa Apartment: Police

The unexplained deaths of a woman and a boy approximately 10 years old were being investigated.

Doctor Who Wrote 'Purple Drank' Prescriptions Gets 3 Years In Prison

The former LA County doctor peddled drugs through his telehealth clinic, according to federal prosecutors.

Bandit Robbing Migrants Is Killed By Border Patrol In CA: Report

Surveillance recently captured images of armed bandits robbing migrant groups, Border Patrol Chief Jason Owens said.

Boeing Passengers Sue For $1B After Door Plug Came Off Mid-Flight

They are accusing Boeing of negligence causing “extreme panic, fear, and post-traumatic stress," and are also suing Alaska Airlines.

Authorities Identify Man Who Died In Chase, Shootout With Deputies

The man shot at deputies with an AK-47-style rifle, the Santa Rosa Police Department said. Four deputies were injured, one critically.

Betty Ford's Legacy Celebrated In RivCo As USPS Unveils Tribute Stamp

The Betty Ford stamp design was unveiled at the White House on Wednesday. A dedication ceremony will be held on April 5 in Rancho Mirage.

Coverup In RivCo Girl's Alleged Killing: 1 Brother Pleads Guilty

Gary Shover admitted the felony count under a plea deal. His brother Owen is accused of killing Aranda Briones. Her body has not been found.

LA County Man Charged With Kidnapping, Rape and Pimping

Federal prosecutors allege a man kidnapped a woman, forced her into prostitution in Orange County and then raped her in the forest.

2nd United Flight Forced To Make Emergency Landing In CA

For the second day in a row, a plane leaving San Francisco was forced to make an emergency landing in Los Angeles.

Livermore Men Charged With Carjacking, Kidnapping, Burglary

A victim enlisted a man to work on his truck, and then the mechanic and a friend stole the car and its belongings, police say.

Dog Tied To Tree Finds Forever Home With Deserving Family

Angel, the Siberian husky-German shepherd mix found tied to a tree with her pups in Aliso Viejo, has found a new forever home.