New Mask Mandate; Confiscated Guns Art Project: Top CA Stories

Carlsbad CA

07 May, 2021

6:57 PM

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CALIFORNIA – It was another busy news week across California. Missed the headlines on Patch? Whether you're looking for breaking or bizarre news, or sweet or silly features, we've rounded up some of the most share-worthy stories from the past week. Take a look at some of this week's top news stories from across the state. CA Positivity Rate Falls As COVID-19 Surges In Neighboring States CA coronavirus hospitalizations hit an all-time low this week. Meanwhile, Oregon and Washington are suffering a fourth surge. Here's why. CA's New Mask Mandate Is Tougher Than The CDC's: How They Differ California revised its mask mandate this week but is holding onto one requirement that the CDC has already done away with. CA Recall Election: 'The Beast' Vs. The 'Compassionate Disrupter' Two contenders vying for Newsom's seat, John Cox and Caitlyn Jenner, attempt to boost their platforms in new ads released this week. 271 CA Hospitals Ranked: Safety Grades Point To The Best, Worst Safety grades by the nonprofit health care watchdog group Leapfrog show how California hospitals responded to the coronavirus pandemic. Cal High Investigates Racist, Homophobic Stickers "It is deeply disappointing that this kind of behavior continues to take place on the Cal High campus," school officials wrote. Kim Kardashian Denies Role In Smuggling Of Ancient Sculpture An ancient, 5-ton Itialian sculpture was seized by customs officials as it was being shipped to Kim Kardashian, according to prosecutors. 'Day Care On Wheels': How A Bay Area Mother Dreamed Up Kango Sara Schaer's mother taught her "anything is possible," a message she hopes will uplift mothers who use Kango, her ride-share app for kids. 'What's 6 Feet' Project Aims To Connect Us While We're Distant A Santa Monica artist and South Bay business owner ask people to contribute their experiences to help connect us in public again. San Diego Asian Moms FB Group Is A Safe Space Amid Hate Crimes The Facebook group has increased its membership as hate crimes escalate against American Asian and Pacific Islander communities. Man Accused Of Piloting Boat In Fatal Crash Appears In Court The crash in coastal waters near Point Loma killed three people and injured more than two dozen others. Confiscated Guns To Be Turned Into Peace Monuments Across LA The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department will donate a stockpile of thousands of confiscated weapons to the Peace Angels Project for public art. Dog Thrown From Moving Car Ready For Adoption In Sherman Oaks Nino was thrown out of a moving car in Sherman Oaks a few weeks ago. Now, he's looking for a new leash on life. Entangled Baby Whale Spotted Off Laguna Beach Heads North: Report SEE VIDEO of the gray whale calf entangled in fishing gear that may be swimming in the area, The Mercury News reported. Disney Avengers Campus Cast Members Model Marvelous New Uniforms Opening June 4, each attraction, restaurant and even food cart completes the theme of the Avengers Campus. Which look is your favorite? Knott's Berry Farm Reopens, Hospitality Jobs Hiring Across OC As Orange County's numbers improve and normalcy is returning in advance of summer, area restaurants and hotels are once again hiring. For the weekend: Musiquarium; Ostrich Farm; Mother's Day Events: NorCal WeekendGarden Tour; River Days; Mother's Day Events: SoCal Weekend