Cute Kids; Rescued From Fire; Awards Nominations: Saturday Smiles

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — Happy weekend! Here's a look at some of the stories that warmed our hearts in Southern California this week.

Record Number Of Students Apply To UCSD

UC San Diego has the second highest number of applicants among the University of California campuses.

Aztecs' Rashaad Penny Named AP All-American

Penny, a running back for SDSU, also finished fifth for the Heisman Trophy, the award given to college football's top player.

Macy's Offers Discounts To Southern California Wildfire Victims

Macy's also announced donations of $20,000 each to food banks in San Diego and Los Angeles as well as the Los Angeles Fire Foundation.

Torrey Meadows Neighborhood Park Opens In San Diego

The $8 million project includes a basketball court, two children’s play areas, drought-tolerant landscaping, restrooms and more.

Kaiser Permanente Gives $600,000 To SoCal Wildfire Relief

Funds will go to relief and recovery efforts in communities impacted by the Southern California wildfires, from Santa Barbara to San Diego.

Living Nativity; Ice Rinks; Menorah Lightings: SoCal Weekend

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

Jon Rahm, Phil Mickelson To Play Farmers Insurance Open

The tournament at Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla is scheduled for Jan. 25-28.

2017 Best Restaurants In California: OpenTable

OpenTable released its "100 Best Restaurants in America" list for 2017. Did your favorite spots in California make the cut?

Target Employee & Toddler Host Impromptu Dance Party: WATCH

A Duarte Target employee helped a tired mom out when her toddler was "unusually rambunctious" in the store.

Here's 5 Great Gifts For Health Junkies

Need to buy a gift for someone that genuinely loves the taste of kale or religiously runs? Here's what to get the health junky in your life.

Best Hanukkah Songs To Celebrate: Patch Holiday Playlist

Here's a roundup of songs to get you in the spirit while lighting the Menorah, heating up the oil for latkes, and spending time with family.

Golden Globe Awards Nominees 2018: LIST

Director Guillermo del Toro's fantasy film "The Shape of Water" leads with seven nominations.

California Artist Helps Stranger Who Lost Home In Wildfire

By chance, an artist surfing Instagram found a woman in need after losing her home to the Thomas Fire. Now, she's on a mission to help.

Cheers! California Winery Unveils Marijuana-Infused Wine

Would you like a glass of pot-infused Sauvignon Blanc with your meal?

Chad And JT Fight City Hall For Your Right To Party: VIDEO

LA is looking to curb Hollywood Hills house parties, but "house party enthusiasts" and surfer bros Chad and JT won't take it lying down.

Macy's Offers Discounts To Wildfire Victims

Victims of the region's wildfires such as the Creek and Skirball Fires will receive up to 30 percent off through June at Macy's stores.

And The Most Popular Southland Dog Names Are...

Once again, Bella leads the pack as the most popular name for girls, but the boy name of choice for Southland pups might surprise you.

LA Looks To Seed Savings Accounts For LAUSD Students

The Los Angeles City Council hired a consultant to figure out how to create savings account for LAUSD students.

Hillary Clinton Tells LA Girls 'Keep Fighting For What Is Right'

Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton addressed a crowd of thousands of girls from Los Angeles

The Rock Gets His Star On the Walk Of Fame

Dwayne Johnson, star of "Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle" and "Ballers" was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.

'Three Billboards,' 'Big Little Lies' Lead SAG Nominations

"Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri" garnered the most Screen Actors Guild nominations followed by "Lady Bird."

Over $175,000 Raised For Family Of Fallen San Diego Firefighter

Here's how you can help the family of Cory Iverson, an engineer from Cal Fire's San Diego unit who died fighting the Thomas Fire.

CA's Best Food And Drink: 2018 'Complete Guide' Ranks Top Spots

The Daily Meal says they've created "a complete guide to the best food and drink" in California. Are your favorites listed?

'It's A Miracle': 3 Dogs Pulled From Burning Murrieta Home

In addition to a local family's tragic loss of everything thing they owned, they initially thought all their pets were killed as well.

'Beautification Project' Underway At Indian Wells Tennis Garden

Dozens of palm trees, floral installations, pavers, plants and greenery are planned in the design.

Palm Desert Students Reign Supreme At WorldQuest Competition

Valley high school students recently battled for scholarships in 13th annual Charles and Priscilla Porter Academic WorldQuest competition

Report: UCR Bolstering Employment, Economic Growth in Region, CA

"UC Riverside is a critical economic asset and an important driver of growth in the Inland Empire and the state," the report states.

Supervisors Want To Augment Efforts To Assist Veterans

The "Veterans Improvement Program" aims to help Riverside County's 130,000-plus military veterans.

-Images courtesy the Wade family, via Lisa Kelley and GoFundMe