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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.

Rare Wolverine Sightings Confirmed In NorCal

Scientists believe California has a new wolverine in its midst, marking just the second confirmed in the state since the early 1920s.

Californians, Your Takeout Fix Is Costing You About Thousands Per Year

Pizza delivery tops the takeout list. See the cuisines that round out the top 10.

10-Pound Dog Runs Down Coyote

The coyote was in the middle of attacking the dog's brother when the Maltese sprang into action, video surveillance footage shows.

Viral Video Shows Marines Beaten By Teen Mob

Two Marines were beaten in San Clemente by a group of teenagers, and authorities Tuesday were searching for the attackers.

Jogger Stumbles Upon Ancient Mastodon Tooth On Beach: "So Excited To Get That Call"

The tooth was picked up by a jogger over the holiday weekend.

Underage Girl Rescued, Man Arrested After Traffic Stop

Mountain View police arrested a man this week after finding him with a young girl during a traffic stop earlier in the month.

Elementary School Pride Day Protestors Clash

Protestors charge that discussion of LGBTQ families is "sexually explicit" and amounts to grooming by school leaders.

From Romance Novel Covers To The Cellblock: Underwear Model Sentenced For Jan. 6 Insurrection

John Strand, known for his work as a romance novel cover model, was lectured by a sentencing judge for trying to profit from his "infamy."

Manson Family Killer Leslie Van Houten Should Be Paroled, Court Rules

The ruling could lead to the first release of an active Tate-LaBianca killer, but the state could appeal to the CA Supreme Court.

Musk Startup Neuralink Says It's Been Cleared To Test Brain Implants In Humans

"We are excited to share that we have received the FDA's approval to launch our first-in-human clinical study," Neuralink said in a post.

TV Star Danny Masterson Convicted Of Rape

A jury found the "That '70s Show" actor guilty of two counts of forcible rape and were deadlocked on the third count.

Deputies Help Free Bear Trapped Inside Tahoe SUV

A large bear found itself stuck inside an SUV over the holiday weekend, but Washoe County deputies were able to help it get to safety.

OC Woman, 21, Taped Dogs' Snouts Shut With Masking Tape, Police Say

The Irvine woman was arrested on suspicion of three counts of felony animal cruelty, police said Wednesday.

Ring Should Refund $5.8M After Illegal Surveillance: FTC Complaint

Ring employees illegally surveilled customers and hackers used cameras to harass people, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

Panicked Rider Jumps Out Of Splash Mountain Log Ride At Disneyland

The moment was captured on video just days before the ride was set to close at the Orange County park, KTLA reported.

Baseball Legend Weighs California GOP Senate Bid: Report

Steve Garvey, former Dodgers and Padres star and National League MVP would have the most name recognition among Republican candidates so far

58 Cats Rescued From Hoarder, 36 Available For Adoption In San Diego

Several cats needed advanced medical care, including dental surgery and eye removals, according to the San Diego Humane Society.

3 Dead, 3 Injured In Crime Spree That Ended In Milpitas

Police said two of the killings happened in San Jose and a third took place in Milpitas before the suspect was arrested.

Bee Swarms 'Unusual' Behavior Becoming More Frequent In SoCal

Aggressive swarms of bees are showing up in swarms across Southern California. Patch takes a look at where and why this is happening.

Teens Who Beat Up Marines Memorial Day Weekend Arrested, Police Say

Five teenagers were arrested in south Orange County Tuesday after they allegedly beat up three Marines in now-viral video.

Firefighters Rescue Turkey Chicks From Storm Drain: Photos

The mama turkey appeared to be in a fowl mood when they were reunited.

SeaWorld San Diego Opening 'Fastest Straddle Coaster On West Coast'

Arctic Rescue, the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast, is set to open Friday at SeaWorld San Diego.

Actor Armie Hammer Won't Face Rape Charge, Prosecutors Announce

The "Call Me By Your Name" star and grandson of an oil tycoon saw his career suffer as allegations. of sexual abuse mounted.

Tesla Supercharger Network Will Open To Ford Electric Vehicles

Elon Musk said he didn't want Tesla's network to be a "walled garden" and that he wants to use it to support sustainable transportation.

8 CA Pizza Places Among Best In The U.S.: Food & Wine

Check out these California pizzerias that ranked among the best in the country, according to cooking magazine Food & Wine.

5 Injured, Stabbing Suspect Shot By Police

LBPD said the suspect stabbed one man and assaulted four people, including a 2-year-old child, in Belmont Shore Tuesday morning.

'Mass Panic' At IE Mall From Fake Reports Of Shooter

A man yelled out "gun" and "he has a gun" as he ran through the mall.

Sonoma County Mom Jailed When 1-Year-Old Overdoses On Fentanyl: PD

Officers found the woman's 1-year-old daughter on the ground, unconscious and not breathing.

Cal State Lacks Resources To Deal With Sexual Harassment: Report

The report looked at all schools in the system.

Remains Of Missing WWII Soldier Finally Coming Home To Riverside

U.S. Army Pvt. Robert R. Gruwell was killed in action in 1944 but his remains were not accounted for until last year. Now a funeral is set.

CA Overtime Law Threatens Use Of Grazing Goats To Prevent Wildfires

Planned changes could raise the monthly salary of goat herders from about $3,730 to $14,000, according to the California Farm Bureau.

SD Man Posed As ICE Agent, Conned Thousands From Migrants: Prosecutor

Davyd George Brand Jimenez, 52, of San Ysidro, was named in a 25-count indictment returned by a Santa Ana federal grand jury.

Coast Guard Rescues 3 When Sailboat Loses Mast At Sea

The Namaste was about 100 miles west of San Francisco when it made the distress call.

CA Couple Among 4 Missing After Charter Boat Found Submerged

Four vacationing people— including a Canoga Park couple — are missing in Alaska after their charter boat went missing, family members say.

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• Missing, Injured Hiker Airlifted To Hospital In Rancho Palos Verdes
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• Random Hammer Attack Leaves Peninsula Man Hospitalized: Police
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