COVID Deaths; Forest Closures; Vaccine Mandate Bill: CA Stories

Carlsbad CA

03 September, 2021

10:05 AM

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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 Fires Latest: Tahoe Spared For Now; Biden Vows Federal Aid Calling California's 16 massive wildfires a "climate crisis," President Joe Biden said the Pentagon is helping to battle the Caldor Fire. California's National Forests To Close Ahead Of Labor Day Weekend The closures affect all but one of California's 20 national forests. PHOTOS: Caldor Fire Rages Through South Lake Tahoe See photos of the Caldor Fire's destruction in South Lake Tahoe, California. CA Recall: Newsom Sees Path To Victory In New Election Poll The same pollster that showed Newsom losing the election last month released a new survey showing he may hold onto his job after all. Newsom Leads Ad Spending In CA Recall A report shows that Gov. Gavin Newsom outspent his gubernatorial opponents in advertising as the election nears. CA Lawmakers Stall On Controversial Vaccine Mandate Bill A bill that would require all workers to verify vaccination status will be held until next year to create the "strongest policy possible." CA Nurse, 37, Dies Of Coronavirus After Giving Birth A Southern California nurse died of COVID-19 and never met her newborn child. Her husband remains hospitalized with the virus. 4-Year-Old Child Dies From COVID In Riverside County The child, who had no underlying health conditions, is the youngest COVID-19 death reported in Riverside County. Surgeon General Praises San Diego County For Health Misinformation Policy The U.S. Surgeon General acknowledged San Diego County's first-of-its-kind policy declaring medical misinformation a public health crisis. Synagogue Shooter Slated To Plead Guilty Next Month In Federal Case John Timothy Earnest previously pleaded guilty to murder and other state charges in connection with the April 27, 2019, shooting in Poway. Nonprofit Asks CA Supreme Court To Review San Diego County COVID-19 Data Case An appellate court denied a request for public disclosure of the specific locations of COVID-19 outbreaks in San Diego County. CA Teacher Under Fire After Telling Class To Pledge To Pride Flag An Orange County teacher was "no longer in the classroom" after she said she encouraged students to pledge allegiance to the Pride flag. Teachers Push For Student Vaccine Mandates As LA Lags State Statewide, 80 percent of residents are, at least, partially vaccinated, but the numbers are lower in Los Angeles. 4 CA Service Members Killed In Kabul Airport Attack The remains of nine Marines and one sailor based at CA's Camp Pendleton were draped in American flags Sunday at Dover Air Force Base. 5 Injured, 5 Missing, 1 Rescued In Helicopter Crash Off San Diego Coast One crew member was rescued, five were injured and five remained missing after a military helicopter crashed off the coast of San Diego. Sex Offender Who Vowed To Molest Again In Violation Of Registry Cary Jay Smith, a convicted molester, spent 21 years at a State Hospital for fantasizing about raping, torturing and killing children. 'No Confidence' In Sheriff: Santa Clara County Supervisors The unanimous no confidence vote against Sheriff Laurie Smith adds pressure to calls for the longtime official to resign. LA Sheriff's Deputy Survives Surgery Following Dramatic Shootout Two armed robbery suspects are in custody following a chase and shootout with deputies in the Lynwood/Compton area. Marin Outbreak Cited In CDC Report Draws National Spotlight Marin Health Officer Dr. Matt Willis was among the report's co-authors. Unvaxxed Marin Teacher Started School's Delta Outbreak: Report The teacher reportedly read out to the class while unmasked on several occasions according to the report. Marin Firm Marries Data Science, Weed The Novato company says its new module can help growers produce a greater yield of more potent marijuana. CA Mountain Lion Killed After Attacking Child A mountain lion that wounded a 5-year-old boy in Calabasas was shot and killed by a wildlife official, authorities confirmed. First Los Angeles Mountain Lion Attack In 25 Years In the wake of Thursday's mountain lion attack, community-members celebrate a mom who saved her son and debate wildlife ethics. Mike Richards Cut From 'Jeopardy!' And 'Wheel Of Fortune' Mike Richards was fired as executive producer of "Jeopardy!" and "Wheel of Fortune" after inappropriate comments from years ago surfaced. Girl Celebrated As Hero For Rescuing Drowning Toddler In Anaheim A young visitor to an Anaheim hotel witnessed a 3-year-old in danger of drowning in the spa. What she did next has many calling her a hero. Watch: LA Sheriff's Deputies Resuscitate Baby Who Nearly Drowned A 21-month-old girl is alive thanks to the efforts of deputies, who got her breathing again. Camp Marston Has Influenced San Diego County Youth For 100 Years Students find mentors and return as counselors. They put aside electronics to make friends. At least one met her husband there. 2 Cats, 1 Bear And A 'Tearful' Rescue From The Caldor Fire San Diego Humane Society officers saved a calico and its companion from an evacuated South Lake Tahoe house that had been invaded by a bear. Southern White Rhino Calf Born At San Diego Zoo Safari Park The newborn rhino calf, yet to be named, was born in the early hours of Aug. 22 to first-time mom Kianga and father J Gregory.