Orphaned Sea Otter Pup | $20M Celebrity Home: Saturday Smiles

CALIFORNIA — A look at the lighter side of news in Southern California this week —

Endangered Kangaroo Joey Born At San Diego Zoo Safari Park

The joey is the first Matschie's tree kangaroo born at the Safari Park in Escondido, according to the zoo.

Dana Point Officially Dolphin-Whale Watching Capital Of The World

Tourism officials Thursday announced they have won a trademark for Dana Point as the "Dolphin and Whale Watching Capital of the World."

SeaWorld Cares For Orphaned Sea Otter Pup Rescued In Alaska

SeaWorld San Diego's animal rescue team is caring for a 5-week-old northern sea otter that was found stranded near Homer, Alaska.

Multimedia Presentation On The Beatles Coming To Malibu

The multimedia presentation will be 120 minutes and an RSVP is required to attend this free event.

'Very Lulu': Sweet Kids' Book Released By Palm Desert Author

A black lab drops out of CIA bomb-sniffing school to find her calling as a family pet.

Woman's $53 Parking Ticket Will Make You Laugh, Then Cry

An unlucky driver in West Hollywood received a hefty ticket for parking a hair's breadth over the line — and then Twitter chimed in.

6 Things To Do At Disneyland Halloween Time In 2019

Oogie Boogie's Bash to devilishly delicious treats, Halloween Time at Disneyland and Disney California Adventure is full of frightful fun!

Disneyland Haunted Mansion Transforms To Stuff Of Nightmares

It's the 19th time the Haunted Mansion has invited Jack Skellington and the 'Nightmare Before Christmas' ghouls to join 999 happy haunts.

Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo Raises Over $2.5 Million For Charities

Over 9,000 people attended the rodeo this year and helped fundraise for Orange County's worthies charities while enjoying the festivities.

Alicia Keys, Swizz Beatz Buy $20M 'Razor House' In La Jolla

Singer-songwriter Alicia Keys and her husband, rapper and music producer Swizz Beatz, purchased the $20.8 million Razor House in La Jolla.

5K Run/Walk To End Prostate Cancer Coming Up In RivCo

The "ZERO to End Prostate Cancer 5k Run/Walk" will include kids' dash, family festivities and a guest speaker, survivor/actor Dan McDougall.

Santa Monica Ed Foundation Raises $669,222 For Back-To-School

The money raised will fund arts programs, classroom aides, STEM and wellness programs at Santa Monica public schools.

Costa Mesa Woman Joins Survivor Cast: Island Of Idols Season 39

Kellee Kim is battling for the title of Sole Survivor in the 39th season of the popular castaway CBS reality show.

'Fun Red Ball Zone' Family Fitness Center Opens In Long Beach

Family workouts masquerade as "playtime," with dodgeball, soccer and even a training circuit designed for adults and kids.

KAABOO; Dog Paradise; Off The Hook; Western Days: SoCal Weekend

Looking for things to do this weekend in Southern California? Patch has you covered.

Restaurants/Food

World Taco-Eating Championship Returns To Santa Monica

Joey Chestnut will defend his title against other top-ranked Major League Eaters from across the country at Pacific Park.

New Chick-Fil-A Will Bring 70 New Jobs To Redondo Beach

The new drive-thru location in Redondo Beach will open September 12.

New French Bistro & Wine Bar Opens In San Diego's Little Italy

With locales in O.C. and L.A, Zinqué has moved to town serving breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner at the Kettner Boulevard location.

Check Out Tiki Taco Tuesdays At Blind Pig: Rancho Santa Margarita

Ready for such $9 cocktails as "Return of the Grog" and $3 street tacos? Enjoy "Happy Tuesdays," readers ...

WinWings Coming Soon To Montclair Place

Get ready for 16 flavors of chicken wings, along with burgers, Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, french fries and beer at the new restaurant.

Tocaya Organica Restaurants Launch Charitable Foundation

SoCal-based Tocaya Life Foundation will invite nonprofits to pitch - Shark Tank-like - partnership ideas for environmental & social causes.