Spring Break Tragedy; 300 Seconds To Bundt Cake: Top CA Stories

CALIFORNIA – It was another busy news week across California. Missed the headlines on Patch? Whether you're looking for breaking or bizarre news, or sweet or silly features, we've rounded up some of the most share-worthy stories from the past week.

Take a look at some of the top 10 news stories from across the state.

Community Rallies For North Co. Family In Crash That Killed Son

• The family of five was traveling for spring break from San Marcos to Orange County when their van was hit on I-405 by a DUI suspect.

You'll Have 300 Seconds To Score Free Bundt Cake

• Nothing Bundt Cakes is celebrating its 300th bakery with this freebie throughout California. Save the date!

High School Senior Wins $40K College Scholarship

• She's one of 100 students nationwide selected for the first Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship.

2 Boys Die In Electrocution Near Dixon

• The Solano County Sheriff's Office has identified the boys who died after being electrocuted while trying to rescue a dog from a canal.

Encinitas Man Faces Jail For Penn State Pledge's Hazing Death

• Three former Penn State frat brothers, one from SD, were sentenced to jail time in connection with the 2017 death of pledge Timothy Piazza.

LA Times, SD Union-Tribune Owner Sued In Cancer-Drug Dispute

• Sorrento Therapeutics alleges Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong bought then "killed" the biotech firm's promising cancer drug before it hit market.

25 Must-See Acts At Coachella That Aren't Headliners

• Ariana Grande, Tame Impala and Childish Gambino are headlining, but there are plenty of great acts to see further down the line-up.

OC Woman Kidnapped, Held For Ransom While On Safari: Report

• A Costa Mesa resident vacationing in Uganda is one of two believed to have been kidnapped by armed men demanding $500,000.

UC Davis Drug Could Help Prevent, Reduce Autism, Schizophrenia

• The promising enzyme inhibitor was developed in a UC Davis laboratory and tested in mice by a team of international researchers.

OJ Prosecutor Defends Nipsey Hussle's Alleged Killer

• Eric Ronald Holder Jr., 29, pleaded not guilty to murdering Nipsey Hussle Friday with famed OJ Simpson prosecutor Chris Darden defending him.