Beach Hidden For A Century Opens | Airport Worker Killed | College Rapist Sprints From Verdict: CA News

On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all across California. Here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

• Slain Teacher's Firefighter Husband Suspected Of Murdering Her After Reading Her Diary
• Amid 'Severe' Blood Shortage, Red Cross To Give Away Super Bowl Tickets To Donors
• Hidden For A Century, Pristine Stretch Of Sonoma Coast Opens To The Public: Report
• 2-Year-Old Found In Road; Parents Had Guns, Drugs Around Home: Police
• Immigration Agent Opens Fire On Driver In LA County
• East Bay Filmmaker Makes Oscar History
• Olympian Turned Murderous SoCal Cocaine Kingpin Captured: FBI
• Former NFL Player Found Stabbed To Death In LA Homeless Encampment: Report
• Sea Lion Cheats Death Again: Rescued Pinniped With 2 Bullets In Its Head Fights Off Infection
• Dog Shot By Man Inside Hollywood Restaurant: Report
• Dublin High School Graduate Convicted Of Rape, Flees Courthouse
• Fundraiser Started For Airport Worker Found Dead Under Pallets At SFO
• Border Patrol Cameras To Be Installed On Idyllic CA Beach
• Mayor Accuses ICE Of Abduction For Nabbing Gardener Who Told Agents He’s A Dual Citizen
• 'Have A Backbone': Newsom Urges World Leaders To Stand Up To Trump
• Erika Kirk Urges Christian Revival As Tour Kicks Off In RivCo: ‘We Will Change This Country’
• Residents Face ‘Absolute Nightmare’ As Mosquitoes Inundate South Bay City
• Home Invasion Robbers Terrorize Valley Couple, Leave With 500K In Jewelry: Police
• Lamar Odom Arrested On Suspicion Of DUI: Authorities
• EBT Theft Drops 84% In San Diego County After State Issues Chip Card
• Magnitude 4.9 Earthquake Rocks Southern California, Aftershocks Continue
• SF's Ghost Town Mall To Close Monday: Report
• Detention Of Giants Star At Los Angeles Airport Prompts Customs Kerfuffle: Reports
• Man Wearing 'Wolverine-Style' Metal Claws Arrested In NorCal: Police
• Unconscious Victim Dragged From Burning IE Building As Firefighters Battle Blaze: VIDEO
• 200+ Quakes Hit SoCal In Less Than A Day: 5 Things To Know About The Swarm
• Bay Area Chess Superstar's Cause Of Death Released By Medical Examiner: Report
• CA Mom Who Made Headlines Worldwide Dies After Cancer Battle: Report
• Police Aid ICE Agents After Armed Man Seen Jumping Fences In OC
• ICE Targets OC Businesses, Workers In Video: Report
• 'Chewie, We're Home.' Disneyland Makes Major Change In 'Star Wars' Land
• Man Used Shoe Camera To Film Women, Girls At SoCal Mall: Reports
• Northern Lights May Be Visible In CA As Largest Solar Radiation Storm In Decades Hits

Other notable stories this week include:

14-Year-Old Found Fatally Shot In Street Was Beloved Football Player

“He was a light. A straight-A student, a dedicated teammate, a respectful son, and a soul full of kindness," according to his school.

55-Hour Closure At Major LA Freeway Traffic Choke Point Planned For February

Motorists are advised to avoid one of the Southland's busiest freeways for an entire weekend during planned lane and ramp closures.

San Diego Man Traveled To Virginia To Have Sex With 15-Year-Old Girl: FBI

A San Diego man who planned to have sex with a teen girl was arrested by FBI agents at a mall in Virginia, according to court records.

San Diego Skater To Bring Disney Magic Home In Disney On Ice Tour

Patch talked with Hannah Clark, a 25-year-old skater from La Mesa who is bringing Disney magic to San Diego.

Pleasanton Police Car Involved In Crash While Responding To Emergency

A police car with its lights and sirens on was involved in a crash Saturday afternoon, PPD officials said.

Bay Area Congressman Running For CA Governor Accused Of Not Living In State: Reports

A lawsuit alleges that Rep. Eric Swalwell falsified documents, a claim his campaign dismissed as "nonsense."

Memorial For RivCo Firefighter Capt. Daniel Cook Live-Streamed For Supporters

As family and associates gathered, the public watched the livestream of Firefighter Daniel "Danny" Cook's memorial.

John Legend Plans Solo SoCal Performance Amid 20th Anniversary Tour: When, How To Get Tickets

John Legend will play one venue in California during his upcoming tour. Look inside for advanced ticket sales info for the upcoming show.

Former Bay Area College Chancellor Found Guilty Of Tax Evasion And Perjury: Prosecutors

The former chancellor of the district from 2001 to 2021 faces over 20 felony counts.

Mother And Son Arrested During Huge Drug Seizure In Northern CA: Police

Police said they found over 3.5 pounds of suspected cocaine, along with large, sellable quantities of suspected MDMA, LSD and ketamine.

Officer Wounded, Suspected Gunman Killed In Bay Area Shooting Spree: Reports

The officer was said to be in "good spirits," following the shooting, according to a report from KTVU.

UC Berkeley Professor Selected As Olympic Torchbearer

He is one of thousands of people chosen to carry the torch on a month-long trek from Olympia to Milan for the 2026 Winter Games. Q

Emergency Proclamation Passed By Supervisors Following Severe Flooding In Northern CA

Supervisors approved an emergency proclamation to address an estimated $3.5 million in flood damage from recent severe storms.

Mother Killed By Distracted Driver In San Mateo: CHP

The California Highway Patrol said they determined the crash that shut down the bridge was caused by a distracted driver.