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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.

• Keanu Reeves' Home Burglarized, Thieves Took Gun: Report
• German Shepherd Gets Stuck Way Up In Tree: 'Holy Cow, That's The Dog
• Uzi, Rocket Launcher Among Weapons Collected At San Jose Gun Buyback
• Mayor Gives First Aid To Collapsed Photographer At Press Conference
• Injured Goats Rescued From CA Mountain, Thanks To Residents
• YouTuber Olympian Who Crashed Plane On Purpose Sentenced To Prison
• 2023 Places With The Lowest Cost of Living In California: New Report
• 'Grinch' Steals Christmas Tree From Parked Car
• Man Suspected Of Sucker-Punching Stroller-Pushing Grandfather Arrested
• Ryan O'Neal, 'Love Story' Star, Dies At 82
• 'Supernatural' Star Survives 'Widowmaker' Heart Attack, Thanks LAFD
• Strippers Strike Months After Becoming Nation's Only Stripper Union
• AI Laser Beams To Zap Weeds? Welcome To The New Organic
• Mom Who Sedated And Hid Child In Closet For Years Sentenced
• Bay Area Pilot Accused Of Trying To Down Plane Freed From Jail
• 250K Birds Killed In CA; Flu That Caused Egg Prices To Soar Continues
• Former CA Police Chief Gets One Of Longest Capitol Riot Sentences
• Disneyland Announces Special Event Schedule For 2024

Other notable stories this week include:

Rat Infestation Complaint Filed Against Popular Restaurant: Report

Workers shared photos of rats — both dead and alive — in a basement storage room of the rooftop restaurant, according to a report.

UC Berkeley Researchers Produce Next-Gen MRI 50-Times More Detailed

The NexGen 7T could improve studying diseases like Alzheimer's, conditions such as dyslexia and autism, or neurological disorders.

Indio Teacher Survives Deadliest US Shooting, Wins Educator Award

Alexis Arias's story is an inspiration to all.

SoCal TikToker's Tiny Patch Of Joshua Tree Inspires Would-Be Campers

A 20-something TikToker shares his viral story on roughing it, desert style in Joshua Tree. All it took was $200 and a dream.

Disneyland Ups Security After 3rd Parking Garage Suicide

The theme park increased security at its parking structures, including the six-level Mickey and Friends garage.

Coast Guard Offloads Over $239M In Seized Cocaine In San Diego

The cocaine was seized from six different vessels, including a self propelled semi-submersible.

CA Serial Killer's Murderer Tried To Kill Kristin Smart's Murderer: DA

A man convicted of killing the I-5 Strangler has been charged with trying to kill the LA man who murdered college student Kristin Smart.

'Women Deserve Better:' Jill Biden Advocates Women's Health Research

The First Lady visited Cedars-Sinai to tour research laboratories as part of the White House's new Initiative on Women's Health Research.

These Bay Area Cities Ranked Best In Nation For Working Class Families

High wages in the Bay Area make up for the steep cost of living, according to the institute that compiled the rankings.

$15K Of Camping Gear Stolen From San Ramon Boy Scout Troop

A San Ramon Boy Scout troop says it can no longer continue its camping experience, which is "at the core of our scouting experience."

Bodies, Thousands Of Rounds Of Ammo Found In Wreckage Of Valley Fire

Police suspect the former leader of a 1980s punk band-turned-San Fernando Valley street gang killed his aunt and then himself, KNX reported.

Newt Migration Underway: Road Closed

Hikers, dog walkers and bicyclists are allowed to use the road as long as they are cautious around the newts.

English Bulldog Stolen at Gunpoint in West Hollywood Recovered

An English bulldog that was stolen from its owner at gunpoint in West Hollywood has been recovered, LAPD said.

Planned Parenthood Sues CA City Over CA's Prop. 1

Planned Parenthood of Orange & San Bernardino Counties claims the city is violating a state law that guarantees access to reproductive care.

District Attorney Bars Journalists From News Conference, Reverses Course

Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price barred Bay City News and the Berkeley Scanner's Emilie Raguso from attending a media briefing.

Rare Eclipse Coming As Asteroid Blocks Bright Star Betelgeuse

The rare and fleeting spectacle, late Monday into Tuesday, should be visible to millions, including some in Miami and the Florida Keys.

5 SoCal Communities Make List Of CA Towns With Holiday Spirit

Whether it's ice skating, a lighted boat parade or a meeting with Santa himself, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the season in SoCal.

Suspect In Dismemberment Killings Appears Shirtless In Court

Samuel Bond Haskell's arraignment in the murder of his wife and in-laws was delayed following his inexplicable courtroom appearance

Medicare Is Overpaying For Generic Drugs, UC San Diego Research Finds

This inflation is one of the reasons costs of prescriptions can remain high, according to the research.

Hunter Biden Charged With Tax Crimes In CA

The charges against his son were filed the day before President Joe Biden was set to arrive in Los Angeles for a fundraising blitz.

'Surfing Is For Everybody' Kona Big Wave Brings Surfers Together

Professional surfer Hunter Jones partnered with Kona Big Wave to host candid conversations about surf culture in Manhattan Beach.