Newsom Crushes Recall; Feds Announce Gang Arrests: Top CA Stories

Carlsbad CA

17 September, 2021

11:20 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. Newsom Crushes Recall, But Where Does California Go From Here? Gov. Gavin Newsom can claim a landslide victory, and the recall serves as a warning and a blueprint for upcoming elections. Elder Concedes And Pauses Fraud Claims To Look Ahead "We are going to win the war": Elder backed off previous claims that the election was rigged and hinted at a future bid for governor. Biden Arrives In CA To Campaign With Newsom, Address Wildfires President Joe Biden toured the Western states to boost support for his infrastructure plan, assess wildfire damage and campaign with Newsom. Feds Announce Sweeping CA Nuestra Familia Prison Gang Arrests Those indicted include 12 members of El Hoyo Palmas and San Jose Grande, two San Jose-based Norteno street gangs, according to prosecutors. Cleveland National Forest Closure Extended Through Sept. 22 All three southern California National Forests will remain closed due to drought, an ongoing fire danger. Allegations Of Racism During TVHS Game Mostly Unfounded: TVUSD According to TVUSD Superintendent Jodi McClay, an internal investigation found 17 of 21 allegations were unsubstantiated. Riverside County Sheriff Doubles Down Against Vaccine Mandates In a statement released Monday, Sheriff Chad Bianco defended his comments made in a Sept. 9 podcast in which he spoke against mandates. Kate Quigley Issues Statement After 3 Die In Overdose In Venice Comedian Kate Quigley issued a statement after surviving an accidental drug overdose that left three people dead last week in Venice. Actor Allison Mack Begins 3-Year Sentence At Dublin Prison The former "Smallville" star recruited women for a female mentorship group to be exploited as sex slaves, prosecutors said. Man Found Guilty In 1974 Stanford Murder Of 21-Year-Old Janet Taylor was found strangled and beaten, her body found in a ditch near Stanford in March 1974. DNA evidence helped crack the case. Malibu Team Will Celebrate Young Cancer Survivor At Triathlon Team AwesomeSauce will compete in the Malibu Triathlon to honor cancer survivor Payton Grimes' bravery at the Children's Hospital. Stellar Video Has Mill Valley Teen In Running For $400K Prize Tam High senior Ari Katz is in the running for the international Breakthrough Junior Challenge, a global science video contest. 2 More U.S. Citizens Able To Escape Afghanistan A couple in their 80s — residents of California's 50th Congressional District — are on their way home, Rep. Darrell Issa said. Students Detained During Protest At Grossmont High School The lunchtime protest targeted the school's dress code. County Supervisors Vote 3-1 For Reproductive Freedom Resolution The Board of Supervisors voted 3-1 to declare San Diego County a "champion of reproductive freedom." U.C. Berkeley Tops Forbes' U.S. College Rankings Forbes ranked UC Berkeley the nation's No. 1 college in a poll that included schools that charge nearly triple in annual tuition. 'Jeopardy!' Names Ken Jennings, Mayim Bialik Hosts It's official. Ken Jennings and Mayim Bialik will host "Jeopardy" for the rest of the year. 'Jeopardy!' Stage Dedicated To Late Host Alex Trebek "Jeopardy!" dedicated its production stage during the show that aired Monday, renaming it after late host Alex Trebek. For the weekend: Harvest Festival; Flower Piano; Splatter; TreasureFest: NorCal WeekendAutumn Jubilee; Beer Festival; Mystic Universe: SoCal Weekend