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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.
- Billionaires' Secretive 'California Forever' Utopia Faces Blowback
- San Diego Begins Free4Me Pilot Program For Menstrual Products
- Boy, 12, Collapses And Dies During PE Class On Hot Day
- BART Launches 'Not One More Girl' Campaign Against Sex Harassment
- Stolen Septic Truck Overturns In Head-On Collision: CHP
- Cat Extravaganza Coming To Alameda County Fairgrounds
- Westlake High Football Player, 17, Son Of Julius Poppinga Dies After Asthma Attack
- Man With Gun Taped To Hand Outside Hobby Lobby Prompts Evacuations
- Tuxedo Cat 'Pip' Gets New Shot At Life After Leg Amputation
- California Man Found Guilty Of Murder In Landmark Fentanyl Case
- Driver Who Killed 3 In Uber Crash Was On Probation For Murder
- 2 Mountain Lions Starve To Death After State Relocates Them To Desert Edge
- Here Are The Best CA Colleges, According To New Rankings
Other notable stories this week include:
'Prop Money' Hits Circulation: Palm Springs Police Issue Warning
Fake bills with "Motion Picture Purposes" printed on them have been reported.
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Security Guard Run Over By BMW In Downtown LA: Police
The guard was attempting to stop the driver and was struck, according to police.
3 Teen Girls Face Possible Charges Over Escondido School Bus Brawl
Police are looking into whether to seek criminal sanctions against the students who allegedly attacked the driver, officials said.
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Tracy Man Accused Of Stabbing 2 During In-N-Out Brawl In Santa Clara
Police said videos from the public helped them identify a suspect in the case, who was one of the people detained initially on Friday.
Brawl Involving 1,000 Juveniles Breaks Out At Del Amo Fashion Center
Police from multiple cities were called in to quell the violence.
3 Escape Explosive Apartment Fire
Firefighters responded to reports of a "loud boom" before flames started climbing up the back wall of an apartment building.
Massive Teen Brawls Break Out At Malls, Theaters Across California
The fights involved gunfire, pepper spray, injuries, citations, and, in one case, a stabbing, according to authorities.
California Wins Little League World Series 6-5 Over Curacao
Louis Lappe hit a walk-off homer and California beat Curacao 6-5 in the Little League World Series championship.
Marriage, Right To Life: CA GOP Proposes 'Drastic' Platform Changes
The state's GOP platform is being "drastically transformed," especially as it relates to the issues of life and marriage, some say.
Feds Infiltrate Massive Malware Network Behind SoCal Attack
The malware network impacted one in 10 corporate networks and was responsible for about 30% of attacks globally this year.
Highland Games To Bring Scottish Culture To Alameda County Fairgrounds
This weekend, the 157th Highland games will bring everything from Scottish hammer throwing to kilt runs to falconry to whisky tasting.
Disney-Owned Channels Pulled From Spectrum Cable Amid Cost Dispute
Having trouble finding the game on ESPN? Here's why.
Pleasanton Writer Reflects On Surviving Terrorist Attack, Hearing Loss
Linda Drattell's children's books and poetry have helped her cope with losing her hearing and surviving a deadly terrorist attack.
Bomb Threat With Racial Undertones Made Against Oakland School
Oakland police and Alameda County Sheriff's Office bomb squad responded Tuesday to Chabot Elementary School.
Little League World Series Champions Arrive Home, Hundreds Line Route
There will be a formal championship parade honoring the team on Main Street Sept. 10. On Tuesday night, the Dodgers will honor the team.
CA Sues School District For Adopting Trans 'Outing' Policy
If successful, the suit against Chino Valley USD will likely be applied to districts in Riverside and Shasta counties with the same policy.
'Violent Spree' Ends With 3 Arrests In San Rafael
Three juveniles are accused of committing multiple violent robberies before leading police on a suit toward downtown San Rafael.
Cook's Corner Reopens Friday After Shooting, Owners Say
The famed south Orange County biker bar has plans to reopen Friday following a shooting that killed three people and wounded six.
Help Sought Finding Missing LA Mother And Young Sons
It's been nearly two weeks since Sindy Lopez Marcela and her two boys Simon Carreno, 6, and Angel Lopez, 2, were last seen.
This CA City Boasts America's Most Enviable Lifestyle, Survey Finds
There is a reason, the famous suburb is home to the rich and famous.
Man In Tactical Gear Triggers School Lockdowns In Tujunga Area
A suspect was detained Tuesday afternoon after prompting a scare that forced several schools into lockdown for hours.
Rare Sight: Great Horned Owl Spotted In South OC Backyard
A San Juan Capistrano resident captured these stunning photographs of a great horned owl visiting her backyard.
San Diego Business Steps Up To Help Maui Wildfire Victims Rebuild
Pixly specializes in photo and video documentation for construction, insurance and real estate. Fire victims can use the platform for free.
Marine Killed In Jet Crash At MCAS Miramar Identified
Maj. Andrew Mettler was piloting the F/A-18D Hornet that went down during a training flight.
Chelsea Clinton Visits Napa County
Chelsea Clinton paid a special visit to Napa County to highlight a transformative space for local children and families.
Pen Heist Lands Pleasanton Man Behind Bars
Authorities allege a 72-year-old man stole thousands of dollars worth of vintage and collectible pens during a showcase on the Peninsula.
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