Gun Restriction Bills; School Safety; More Monkeypox: Top CA Stories

Carlsbad CA

27 May, 2022

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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 Announces Suite Of Gun-Restricting Bills, Newsom Slams Abbott Gov. Gavin Newsom and Democratic leaders vowed to fast-track a dozen bills to cut gun violence the day after a mass shooting in Texas. Texas Shooting Prompts CA Senate To Pass Bill Targeting Assault Guns After 19 children died in the nation's latest mass shooting, Newsom lambasted Republicans and the Senate passed a bill targeting gun makers. 'Enough!' Warriors Coach Steve Kerr Gives Impassioned Plea On Shooting Addressing reporters before Game 4 of the Western Conference finals, Golden State Warriors Coach Steve Kerr refused to talk basketball. Mandatory CA Water Cuts Loom, 'Aggressive' Conservation Urged Amid another historic drought, Gov. Gavin Newsom raised the possibility of sweeping mandatory cuts for the state. Here's what we know. 'Maximum Enforcement Period' Planned For Memorial Weekend: CHP CHP officers arrested 979 drivers on suspicion of drunk or drug-impaired driving during the same time period last year, the agency said. Second Case Of Monkeypox Suspected In California: Health Officials A second likely monkeypox case has been found in California. Officials say the person was in close contact with the state's first patient. 'Happy Hunting' Comment In Fatal SWAT Shooting Casts Shadow Over LAPD LAPD Chief Michel Moore announced a review of SWAT shootings after an officer was caught saying "happy hunting" before SWAT killed a man. Trove Of Molotov Cocktails Found In Santa Monica Mountains A Los Angeles man was arrested by the LAPD'S Major Crimes Division after a passerby found the stash of Molotov cocktails by a trail. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi Hits Back At Archbishop After Communion Ban The archbishop of San Francisco banned House Speaker Nancy Pelosi from receiving Communion over her support of abortion. She hit back. SF Mayor To Boycott Pride Parade If Police Can't Wear Uniforms San Francisco Mayor London Breed says she won't march in the city's Pride parade unless police officers are allowed to wear their uniforms. SF Schools Drop 'Chief' From Job Titles Over Native American Concerns The San Francisco Unified School District, which serves about 51,000 students, has at least 13 division chiefs. That's about to change. Shooting Threat Prompts Lockdowns At Multiple San Diego Area Schools The threat comes just two days after 19 students and two teachers were killed at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. Off-Duty Border Patrol Agent Helps Deliver Baby In San Diego Restroom Agent George Huertas, a trained emergency medical technician, helped safely deliver a baby boy in a restroom stall at Liberty Station. Anaheim Mayor Resigns Amid Corruption Probe In Angel Stadium Sale The Anaheim City Council called for Mayor Harry Sidhu's resignation following news that the FBI is investigating him for corruption. George Floyd Prom Invite Shocks OC Parents At Aliso Niguel High School A prom invite circulated social media over the weekend, leaving some Aliso Niguel High School students and parents outraged. 6 Hurt After Bull Escapes At CA Rodeo Multiple people were wounded after a bull jumped a fence and escaped from an arena during a rodeo event in Northern California. Los Angeles Saw 26% Increase In Deaths During Pandemic's First Year It was a year in which the coronavirus became the county's second-leading cause of death claiming 11,101 Angelenos. Thousands Of CA Lives Could Have Been Saved With COVID Vaccines: Study The Brown School of Public Health looked at how many deaths could've been prevented in the U.S. if unvaccinated people took the COVID shot. Biggest Rent Inflation Jump In 42 Years Hits Southland: Reports The price of rent in Los Angeles County jumped 16 percent in 2022 as compared to last year, while Orange County saw an 18 percent increase. Data Breach Of School Kids' Information Investigated In CA While student names were accessed, Social Security numbers and financial information "were not at risk" as a result of the breach. Ray Liotta, Known For Role In 'Goodfellas,' Dies At 67: Reports TMZ reported Liotta died while in the Dominican Republic. He was shooting a movie called "Dangerous Waters" on the island. Cal Swim Coach On Administrative Leave Following Bullying Allegations Coach Teri McKeever has been placed on administrative leave after dozens of players and parents told the OC Register she was abusive. Brown Pelican Crisis Worsens, Bird Rescue Calls For Donations The Los Angeles Wildlife Center is treating over 200 sick California Brown Pelicans, a hefty task with an expensive price tag. California Ranks Among Most Expensive States To Renovate Your Home California is among the most expensive places to renovate your home. Find out why. Dior Men's Resort 2023 Venice Beach Show (Photos) The Dior Men's Spring/Summer 2023 Collection debuted in Venice with Christina Aguilera, Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz Beckham, and Tony Hawk. Raccoon Gets Stuck Upside Down On Roof, Peers Into Home Wildlife control officials say the mother raccoon's unfortunate situation in the Santa Cruz Mountains tells a cautionary tale. For the weekend: County Fair; MAINopoly; Wine And Spirits Festival: SoCal WeekendArt & Wind Fest; Bay Area KidFest; South Bay Shores: NorCal Weekend