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Deputy ID’d Who Died In Baker Run | Jeep Launches Off Bridge | Pier Drowning: 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 holiday weekend.

SAN DIEGO, CA — As we head into the new work week, we've rounded up the stories you may have missed Saturday through Monday to prepare you for the week ahead.

But before we jump into Southern California's top stories, residents should expect the Southland's long period of record-breaking heat to ease this week with more seasonal weather for early spring, according to the National Weather Service.

"A cooling trend will begin on Monday, with near normal temperatures expected Tuesday through Thursday," NWS Los Angeles forecasters wrote Sunday.

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"Gusty onshore winds will affect the area at times, along with chances of light rain. Weak to moderate offshore winds with warming and drying will follow Friday and Saturday."

In other news, a deputy died after suffering a medical emergency while participating in the Baker to Vegas relay race; a man died of an apparent drowning near a pier; two people were killed when a speeding Jeep launched off a bridge and landed in a river; and one person was killed when a three-vehicle crash sent one car careening into a cemetery.

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Plus, large crowds participated in No Kings rallies across Southern California as part of a nationwide day of demonstrations against the Trump administration that organizers called the largest single-day pro-democracy turnout on record.

A record 94,000 people participated in 21 separate No Kings protests in San Diego County. Thousands of similar gatherings took place Saturday throughout country. In Los Angeles, police said 74 people were arrested for allegedly failing to disperse after the demonstration in downtown LA turned violent, with some protesters throwing chunks of concrete at federal officers and one spray-painting a death threat near the Metropolitan Detention Center.

Here are some of the stories you may have missed:

1 Killed In Crash On 215 Freeway In Riverside Involving Babies

A witness told the CHP that the sedan was demolished and a witness said two babies and two adults were inside.

1 Killed In Fiery, 2-Vehicle Crash On 91 Freeway In Orange County

It involved a white "work truck" and another vehicle, with at least one of the vehicles catching fire, the CHP said.

1 Person Injured At Switzer Falls, Airlifted To Hospital

Falling rocks may have been involved, according to reports.

1 Person Killed In Crash With Car Into Cemetery

A person inside the car was pronounced dead at the scene.

2 Dead After Jeep Goes Off Bridge, Lands In Water In Chula Vista

A good Samaritan and a Chula Vista police officer made unsuccessful attempts to rescue the driver and passenger, the CHP said.

2 Die As Rattlesnake Season Gets Off To Alarming Start, And Life-Saving Treatment Can Cost $300K

"If you do spot one of these animals, keep your distance. There’s absolutely no reason to approach one whatsoever."

2 Found Dead In Home After Fire In San Diego's North County: Authorities

The bomb and arson unit and the homicide unit for the San Diego County Sheriff's Office are investigating the incident.

4 Boats Carrying Migrants Detained Off San Diego Shore

Twenty-nine migrants suspected of attempting to enter the country illegally were detained off San Diego in four incidents, officials said.

4 Displaced By Residential Fire In Desert Hot Springs

The American Red Cross was requested to assist the two adults and two children displaced by the fire.

Brush Fire Prompts Store Evacuations In San Diego's East County

Authorities advised the public to avoid the area.

Federal Officers Assaulted After 'No Kings' Rally In Downtown LA

The arrests included 66 adults and eight juveniles, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.

Iconic Actor Known For 'Back To The Future,' 'Top Gun' Dies At 94

He also spent 25 years in the New York theater scene and was part of the original cast of "Glengarry Glen Ross."

LA Deputy, 30, Dies After Medical Emergency During Baker To Vegas Relay

"His loss is deeply felt across our Department, and he will be greatly missed."

Large Crowds Gather Throughout Riverside County For 'No Kings' Protests

The demonstrations were part of a nationwide day of "No Kings" protests against illegal immigration enforcement and other federal policies.

Long Beach Police Arrest Teen, Tow 5 E-Bikes After Street Takeover

The teen was arrested on suspicion of reckless driving-related charges.

Man Fatally Struck By SUV After Running Into Lanes Of Traffic In Long Beach

Paramedics rushed the man to a hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

Man Killed In Santa Monica Fight

Officers rendered aid to the wounded man until paramedics arrived to take him to a hospital, where he died, officials said.

Missing Swimmer Found Dead Near Oceanside Harbor Beach

A man died of an apparent drowning near the Oceanside Pier, authorities said.

Person Hurt In Fire At Orange County Home: Authorities

Footage of the blaze showed flames and billowing smoke emitting from the property.

Plane Arrives Safely At San Diego Airport After Possible Engine Fire

The plane arrived from Dallas-Fort Worth.

Record Attendance At San Diego County No Kings Protests

A record 94,000 people participated in 21 separate "No Kings" protests in San Diego County on Saturday, organizers said.

9 Sickened In E. Coli Outbreak Tied To A California Company's Raw Milk And Cheese

Two cases in California were added Thursday to the outbreak first announced March 15, bringing the total number of ill people in California.

185 New Speed Cameras Coming To CA Roads: See Where

Speed cameras have already caught hundreds of thousands of speeding drivers in the first two cities to install them.

CA Could Soon Start ‘Certifying’ Certain Groceries In Its War On Junk Food

California wants to be the first state in the nation to give a seal of approval for healthy foods and require grocers to promote them.

CA's Most Spectacular Super Bloom In Years Is Underway: How To See It Before It Wilts

The super bloom in California may have peaked in the southern part of the state, but spring flowers are still blooming in stunning fashion.

CA Women Earn 63 Cents For Every Dollar Earned By White Men, Study Finds

Women's earnings still lag far behind those of white men, with no significant improvement in that gap in 14 years.

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