Tangled Humpback Whale Freed; Toddler's Kidney Transplant; Mark Hamill Honored; LA 2028: Saturday Smiles

If you are looking for a lighter news story for your weekend, Patch is here to brighten your day.

Smash Mouth Rocks Beaumont As City Makes (Modest) Entrance Back Into Concert Game [PHOTOS]

• Fans gathered at Stewart Park in Beaumont on Wednesday night for 'One Night, One Band, One Great Venue.'

Murrieta Police K9 Outfitted With Body Armor

• "Rocky" is the Murrieta Police Department's only certified SWAT K9.

Temecula Valley Hospital Celebrates 'Topping Out' Ceremony

• "These additions will help TVH better meet the needs of the growing community and allow the hospital to bring advanced care to residents."

Temecula Has A New Police Chief

• “Public Safety is Temecula’s highest priority, and the selection of our Police Chief is equally as important,” stated Mayor Maryann Edwards.

Toddler's Kidney Transplant 'Went Well' Following Donation By Palm Desert Sheriff's Deputy

• The Palm Desert sheriff's deputy was a match for the young boy-- who had been on dialysis since birth.

The City Of Beaumont Is Hiring: New Jobs Listed

• If you've ever wanted to work for the city, here are some current openings.

Awareness Campaign Highlighting Child Safety Underway In Riverside County

• Purple Ribbon Month is observed every August in memory of children who died after being left locked in vehicles amid sweltering heat.

Idyllwild Jazz Festival In The Pines 2017: Entertainment Lineup, Dates And More

• In addition to musical entertainment, there will be about 50 food and crafts vendors at the annual event.

'Star Wars' Actor Mark Hamill Honored With Street Sign In San Diego

• The actor, known for playing Luke Skywalker in the "Star Wars" series, went to middle and high school in Clairemont.

Water Quality Improves In San Diego County Watersheds: Report

• The San Luis Rey River in the North County and Rose Creek in San Diego are of good quality, according to a report by San Diego Coastkeeper.

Vans Warped Tour; Family Golf Festival; High & Mighty Festival; OC Fair 5K Fun Run; Gastro Garage Pop-Up: SoCal Weekend

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

Physicist Appointed UCSD's Executive Vice Chancellor For Academic Affairs

• Elizabeth H. Simmons is a distinguished physicist and advocate for diversity in science. Her new job will start Sept. 18.

Dog 1, Rattlesnake 0: San Juan Capistrano Pet Survives Snakebite

• This rattlesnake bitten dog is lucky to be alive, owner says. The dog was in its own yard when the snake attacked. Here are pet safety tips.

Tangled Humpback Whale Freed In Dana Point

• Researchers, rescue crews and others gathered to help free this juvenile humpback whale from its plight off the Dana Point coastline.

405 Plane Crash Cleanup: CalTrans Looks At Heroes Of The Roadway

• See the plane crash from CalTrans workers' point of view in this video report of the 4th of July weekend 405 Freeway closure.

5 Things To Do At Orange County Fair This Week: Tons Of Fun!

• From 1-ton Oxen viewing, to watching the piggies to milking a camel there is never a shortage of things to do at the Orange County Fair.

Missing Laguna Niguel Hiker Found Safe After Three Day Search

• Charity Stevens, 36, of Laguna Nigel, went missing Wednesday while hiking on Mount Shasta, officials said.

Heroes Who Thwarted Kidnapping And Road Rage Attack Honored

• A man who pulled a child from the clutches of a kidnapper and a woman who saved a mother being beaten over a parking spot were honored in LA

Los Angeles To Host The 2028 Olympics

• Los Angeles will host the 2028 Olympics thanks to a tentative deal with the International Olympic Committee.

Police And Firefighters Converge On LA For World Police & Fire Games

• Athletes from police and fire agencies from more than 70 countries converge on LA for the World Police & Fire Games.

Flood Victim Saved In Dramatic Air Rescue In Acton [Watch]

• Two people were saved in dramatic air rescues as a flash flood washes over Acton community.