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Moviegoer Pepper-Sprayed | 3 Flee After Car Plunges Into Harbor | Driver Accused Of Assault: SoCal In Brief

Took a break from the news this weekend? Worry not. We've rounded up some of the stories you missed in SoCal this weekend.

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Malibu officials warned the public of hazardous conditions on the beach due to severe erosion. (City of Malibu)

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA — As we head into the new week, we've rounded up the stories you may have missed Saturday and Sunday to prepare you for Monday.

But before we jump into Southern California's top stories, residents should expect cooler temperatures to start off the week followed by a warming trend, according to the National Weather Service.

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"Temperatures remain below normal until Wednesday with a deep marine layer and perhaps morning drizzle early week," NWS San Diego forecasters wrote Sunday. "Warmer weather returns for the end of the week as high pressure builds."

In other news, a man was cited for allegedly pepper-spraying a moviegoer who was using a cell phone during a film; three people were rescued from a commercial fishing boat that was taking on water; and three people were injured in a crash involving a patrol car.

Also, a rideshare driver was accused of sexually assaulting a 21-year-old passenger and a vehicle sank in the harbor after witnesses reported seeing three people emerge from the water and leave the scene.

Plus, California health officials are warning the public that a person who was hospitalized for measles and who was not vaccinated recently traversed the state by train and bus, traveling to cities in southern, central and northern California.

Here are some of the stories you may have missed:

2 Hospitalized In Crash Involving LAPD Patrol Car In Exposition Park

Three people were injured — two of whom were hospitalized.

3 People Seen Fleeing After Vehicle Plunges Into Oceanside Harbor

Witnesses reported seeing three people leave the water and drive away before emergency crews arrived.

3 Rescued From Sinking Fishing Boat Near Los Angeles Harbor

LAFD Boats 1 and 5 began de-watering operations in an effort to keep the vessel from sinking.

5 Arrested In Riverside County 'High-Visibility Enforcement' Operation

The arrests involved weapon offenses and three handguns were recovered, police announced.

6 Displaced By Riverside County House Fire

The American Red Cross was requested to assist the six displaced residents.

2nd Boat In 2 Days Takes On Water At Port Of Los Angeles

It was the second such response in two days.

Arson Suspect Arrested For Palos Verdes Estates Brush Fire

Officers arrested the suspect on suspicion of arson.

CHP Arrests Rideshare Driver Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Passenger

Investigators are seeking additional possible victims.

Driver Fires Shots From Pickup, Leads Officers On Pursuit: Police

The suspected motorist, Kevin Lawrence Brown, 33, of Lancaster, was taken into custody.

Man Killed On 91 Freeway In Riverside County After Leaving Disabled Truck

The CHP temporarily closed all lanes on the eastbound freeway.

Mead Valley Vegetation Fire 90% Contained; 2 People Injured

Two people were injured in the fire, officials said.

Motorcyclist Crashes, Suffers Broken Leg In San Diego

The motorcyclist was taken to a hospital to be treated for an open fracture to the right femur.

Moviegoer Pepper-Sprayed For Using Cell Phone During Film: Reports

Matthew Douglas Ware, 34, was cited for misdemeanor battery, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.

Severe Beach Erosion Creates Hazards In Malibu

The city has been cleaning up from serious damage from an unusually strong late summer storm earlier this month.

$147K Reward For Info On Person Poisoning Pine Trees At Lake Tahoe Beach

The poisonings resulted in an estimated $300,000 loss, according to the Washoe County Sheriff's Office.

9 CA Children's Hospitals Ranked Among Nation's Best By U.S. News

U.S. News evaluated 114 children's hospitals nationwide, recognizing nine in California among the best.

32-Hour Workweek Proposal: How Likely Is It For CA Employees?

A California congressman is renewing his push to change the 40-hour workweek as AI and automation transform American workplaces.

An Unvaccinated Measles Patient Crossed CA By Train And Bus — Here's The Route

The state health department is working with federal and county officials to notify passengers and others who may have been exposed.

These Are The Best Colleges In California, New Ranking Says

California schools landed near the top of Niche's latest national rankings, including two among the nation's top 10.

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