Dramatic Rescue | Conspiracy | Scratcher Winner: Year In Review

REDONDO BEACH, CA – Redondo Beach had a busy year. As 2018 comes to a close, Patch is looking back on the stories that got readers talking.

From a "crisis actor" conspiracy, to a dramatic sailboat rescue caught on video, to a local mom fundraising in honor of her late son, Redondo Beach saw a variety of news this year.

Here are 10 of the top stories in Redondo Beach this year:

Right Wing 'Crisis Actor' Conspiracy Snares Redondo Family

A victim from the Parkland, Fl. shooting is accused of "crisis acting" based on a video he took in Redondo Beach while visiting family.

FBI Adds South Bay Man To Most Wanted List

The FBI is offering $100,000 for help finding a former Redondo Beach man considered an armed and dangerous sex-offender.

Dramatic Sailboat Rescue Caught On Video In Redondo Beach

The 26-foot sailboat smashed against the jetty in heavy surf, and at one point the entire bottom of the boat was visible.

Man Killed Wife, Son, 13, In Murder-Suicide In Redondo Beach

Police found the three bodies when responding to gunfire reports. Neighbor noted the dad in "constant pain" after an accident.

South Bay Mom Fundraises In Honor Of Son Killed In Balcony Fall

Martha Barbee of Redondo Beach hopes to offer a scholarship in her son's memory.

Starbucks Ordered To Pay $42000 To Ex-Employee In Redondo Beach

The employee, a diabetic, said he was fired from the store because he requested accommodations for his disease in order to perform his job.

Redondo Beach Man Goes Missing While Vacationing In New York

The man's stepson is in custody on a weapons charge, according to reports.

97 Retired Redondo Beach Employees Make 6 Figures Per Year

Transparent California released data of retired city employees making $100,000 or more in retirement.

Here's How Safe Hospitals In The South Bay Area

The nonprofit group Leapfrog has released its hospital safety grades. See how your local hospital fared.

South Bay Scratcher Jackpot Winner Can't Believe Her Eyes

An administrative assistant from the South Bay had to scan her $2 million ticket over and over again.

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