Omicron Estimates Slashed; Quarantine Times Shortened: CA Stories

Carlsbad CA

30 December, 2021

2:31 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. CDC Slashes Omicron Estimates: See Latest California Cases The highly contagious omicron variant now represents a majority of cases in California, but it's not as widespread as originally thought. CA Pediatric COVID Hospitalizations: Where We Stand Pediatric hospitalizations for COVID-19 are increasing nationwide. In CA, they inched up in recent weeks. Isolation, Quarantine Times Shortened: What It Means For CA This week, California aligned with the federal government in cutting isolation restrictions for those who catch coronavirus. What to know. CA Deadline To Get REAL ID For Free Approaches This Week California residents have only a limited time to be able to upgrade for free. Here's how to apply. CA's John Madden, Famed Coach And Broadcaster, Dies At 85 John Madden, the Hall of Fame coach and broadcaster who provided a weekly soundtrack to NFL games for three decades, died Tuesday morning. Slew Of Positive COVID Tests Forces Cruise Ship Back To CA Mexican authorities would not allow the passengers of a cruise ship to disembark in Puerto Vallarta after several crew members fell ill. 'My Daughter Died In My Arms:' Mom Of Teen Hit By LAPD Bullet The parents of a girl killed by a stray police bullet in the dressing room of an LA department store are calling for accountability. CA Man Tortures, Kills Girlfriend On Christmas Eve: Report A 21-year-old man was accused of torturing and killing his girlfriend in Southern California on Christmas Eve. Bay Area Married Couple ID'd As Victims In Submerged Vehicle As storms pummeled the Golden State last week, two people died when their vehicle became trapped in a flooded underpass in the Bay Area. CA Man Shoots At His Family On Christmas, Killing Two A man, 23, was arrested after he open fired on his family while they were exchanging Christmas gifts, killing his grandmother and one other. Poway Synagogue Shooter Gets 2nd Life Sentence In Federal Court John Timothy Earnest pleaded guilty in parallel state and federal prosecutions to charges in connection with the April 27, 2019, shooting. Napa County Probation Specialist Honored With Statewide Award Chris Van Orden was recognized as Trainer of the Year at the 2021 Annual Chief Probation Officers of California Awards Ceremony. DA Declines To Charge Marin Journalist At Center Of Controversy Jeremy Portje was arrested Nov. 30 after an altercation with police that left an officer injured, county officials said. Mill Valley's 1918 'Mask-Up' Message Surfaces In WSJ: Dipsea The photo shows that resistance to mask-wearing isn't confined to the last 18 months. Also see: Top 21 California Stories Of 202121 Incredible Reader Images From 2021: California In Photos