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Trial Bombshell | Dog Flu | Cutest Vegan Kid: Top CA Stories
Take a look at some of the top news stories over the past week from across California.
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.
1. Key Witness Testifies He Killed ISIS Fighter, Not SEAL On Trial
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First Class Petty Officer Corey Scott said he suffocated the ISIS fighter after Special Operations Chief Edward Gallagher stabbed the teen.
2. NFL's Drew Brees, Wife Win $6.1M In Lawsuit Against La Jolla Jeweler
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A San Diego Superior Court jury awarded more than $6.1 million in damages Friday to New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees and his wife.
3. Sacramento Police Officer Shot, Killed Was East Bay Native
Sacramento police Officer Tara O'Sullivan, 26, fatally shot Wednesday evening in the line of duty, was from Pleasant Hill.
4. Santa Anita Asked To Cancel, Racing Board Oversight Increased
After 29 horse racing related deaths, the CA Horse Racing Board asked track officials to end the season early, but they refused.
5. OJ Simpson Takes To Twitter For 'A Little Getting Even'
The accused double murderer marked the anniversary of his ex-wife's death with a Twitter account and a vow to settle some scores.
6. Frozen Spinach Recalled In California Over Listeria Concerns
Sprouts Farmers Market has recalled bags of frozen cut leaf spinach over concerns it could be contaminated with listeria.
7. San Ramon Executive Gary Storm Named Top CEO By Glassdoor
Based on reviews vCom employees shared on Glassdoor throughout the past year., Storm receiving a 98 percent approval rating.
8. Ex-Con, Livermore's Vericool Founder, Gets 'Business Of Year' Nod
While Vericool is a very interesting company, founder Darrell Jobe is equally intriguing.
9. After Dublin Raises Rainbow Pride Flag, State Capitol Does Too
Like Dublin City Hall, the flag will fly over the State Capitol Building in Sacramento in honor of Pride Month.
10. Cat Habitat Room At SPCA Dedicated To Woman Killed In 2017 Crash
In 2017, Alexys “Lexy” Garcia, had adopted two kittens. Her life was cut short before she had a chance to bring them home.
11. Dog Flu Diagnosed At East Bay Animal Shelter
"55 of our dogs have contracted the flu..." Dogs remain contagious to other dogs for one month. The "good" and "bad" news...dog parks.
12. San Jose Youngster Wins PETA 'Cutest Vegan Kid' Award
Eshiana Coleman has chosen a vegan diet since age 7, and it's become a way of life for the 11-year-old gymnast.
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