Senior Prank's Mixed Reviews; Happy Penguin News: Top CA Stories

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 the top 10 news stories from across the state.
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Federal Hate Crimes: New Charges For Accused Synagogue Shooter

• The suspect in Poway shooting and Escondido mosque fire faces 100 charges alleging hatred toward Jews and Muslims. Death penalty possible.

It's A Boy AND A Girl! Meet SD Zoo's New Penguin Chicks

• The royals may have baby Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, but in San Diego, we can coo over Doug and Barbara. SEE PHOTOS ...

Students Build Wall To Block Drivers As Senior Prank

• A 3-tier block masonry wall, complete with cement, was built in secret on a school roadway, though many remarked on its poor construction.

Stolen Ashes Returned To Husband After Monrovia Burglary

• A Monrovia man came home to an unmarked package waiting for him on his doorstep. A glass heart containing his wife's ashes was inside.

Heartwarming Tribute To School Crossing Guard

• In Piedmont, it's all about community pride.

Famed Chef's Duffle Bag Of Piranhas Smells Fishy To TSA At LAX

• Chef Virgilio Martinez's joke about his bag full of "bones" and "flesh" earned him an extended stay in a Customs interrogation room.

Mother's Day Dining Steals & Deals In California 2019

• Would Mom like a heart-shaped pizza or bagel? And if you are planning to treat her to brunch or dinner, check out these restaurant offers.

Search For Marin Hiker Akin To 'Finding Needle In Haystack'

• A CHP airplane's thermal-imaging camera was utilized in the search at Samuel P. Taylor State Park. SEE VIDEO ...

Migrants To Be Released In RivCo As Border Patrol Handles Surge

• Officials tell Patch that migrant families may be released in the Coachella Valley as they accept 100-125 extra people daily from Yuma.

Redwood City Woman Gets Probation For Trying To Drown Newborn

• Sarah Lockner, 27, has been sentenced to 4 years' probation and a year in county jail, minus time served, for trying to drown her newborn.