Housing Prices Surge; UFO Spotted; New Mask Rules: Top CA Stories

Carlsbad CA

21 May, 2021

3:48 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. Housing Prices Surge In The Golden State: Here's Why The state's median home price rose above the $800,000 benchmark for the first time in state history, according to a report. CA Mask Mandate Officially Ending June 15 Golden State officials announced plans on Monday to unmask CA this summer, but that mandate will stay in place for the next several weeks. 6 Things To Know About California's New Face Mask Rules Confused about how California's tougher mask rules for vaccinated people differ from CDC guidelines? We have answers. 'Don't Buy, Make Or Alter Vaccine Cards': CA Issues Stern Warning State officials are warning residents not to fabricate vaccine records after a California bar owner was accused of selling them. Chain Stores Ditch Masks, But In CA They May Have To Wait More than a dozen retailers drop their mask rules in line with new CDC rules. But California locations may need to keep them a month longer. Corruption At The DMV: Manager Admits To Bribery Scheme A fifth Los Angeles County DMV Employee has pleaded guilty to her role in a widespread bribery scheme. LAPD Officer Behind 'Disgusting' George Floyd Joke May Be Fired LAPD Chief Michel Moore acknowledged extremism within the department ranks evidenced by a social media post that gave the LAPD a black eye. SoCal Freeways Plagued By Dozens Of Pellet/BB Gun Attacks Nearly 60 vehicles have been hit by fire in the last few weeks, and the CHP is telling drivers what to do if it happens to them. Kobe Bryant Inducted Into Hall Of Fame: 'He Is Basketball' Vanessa Bryant, Michael Jordan, Shaquille O'Neal and others helped induct Kobe Bryant into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Danny Masterson Rape Trial: Woman Delivers Tearful Testimony A woman testified Tuesday that Masterson waved a gun in her face while he raped her at his Hollywood Hills home in 2003. How The Pandemic Inspired This Dublin Man To Follow His Dreams Amid a tumultuous year, one longtime resident found the time and peace to bring his dream of creating a poetry book to fruition. Temecula Woman Wins Big On 'Wheel Of Fortune' Victoria Rice took home $123,600 in cash and prizes, including a trip to Cancun. Disneyland Hotel Reopens July 2: Reservations Open Thursday It's time to announce the grand re-opening of the Disneyland Hotel! Starting July 2nd return to the magic & beautifully refreshed rooms. CA's Top Baby Names Of 2020 The U.S. Social Security Administration has revealed 2020's top names for babies born in California. See the top 10 boys and girls lists. UFO Spotted Off CA Coast In Newly Leaked Navy Video Footage captured by a Navy aircraft in 2019 shows a mysterious flying object disappearing into the ocean off of the San Diego coast. For the weekend: Animals On Broadway; Film Fest; Restaurant Week: NorCal WeekendButterfly Pavilion; BBQ, Boots & Brew: SoCal Weekend