16+ Eligible For Vaccine; Tax Deadline Extended: 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 this week's top news stories from across the state.

All Californians 16+ Will Be Eligible For Vaccine April 15

"The light at the end of the tunnel continues to get brighter," Gov. Gavin Newsom said.

Newsom Names Rob Bonta As CA's First Filipino Attorney General

Rob Bonta was nominated for CA Attorney General. If confirmed, Bonta said he would "protect those that are facing the forces of hate."

California Faces Water Cutbacks As Drought Looms

A dry March brings the state closer to drought. This week, state and federal water agencies issued dire warnings.

CA Reopens: 9 More Counties Can Relax Coronavirus Restrictions

California's COVID-19 positivity rate sank to a new low, vaccinations hit a 15 million-dose milestone and more counties reopened Tuesday.

CA OKs Drumline, Band Events In New COVID-19 Youth Sports Rules

The state was also expected to announce further coronavirus guidance on spectators at youth sports.

California Tax Deadline Extended; Federal Date Also Pushed

Individual taxpayers in the Golden State get a little relief for filing returns and making any payments in 2021.

A Year Into The Pandemic CA Prisons Will Resume Visitation

California's prisons have been among the most vulnerable congregate living facilities during the pandemic. To date, 216 inmates have died.

10 California Cities Ranked As Safest In The State

Is your city one of the safest in California? Find out here.

The Worst Stop Lights In California Revealed

A new report finds that California drivers lose millions of hours waiting for lights at major intersections.

California Misconceptions: Whatever You Do, Don't Call It 'Cali'

We asked: What's a misconception that people have about California that drives you crazy? Here's what you said.

Oscars To Be Held Without Host For Third Consecutive Year

The last host of the Oscars was Jimmy Kimmel, who hosted the show in 2017 and 2018.

Jay Leno Apologizes For Mocking Asians: 'I Knew It Was Wrong'

The former late-night host issued a statement with an advocacy group threatening to boycott his upcoming game show over his past comments.

Wolf Makes Record 500-Mile Journey From Oregon To California

The state has been tracking a collared gray wolf since June 2020. He continues to cover more ground in CA than other tracked gray wolves.

Mother Dog, Puppies Rescued In San Diego

A mother dog and her newborn puppies were rescued from underneath a van in San Diego.

For the weekend:

• Wildflower Season; Easter Events; Fair Food Feast: NorCal Weekend
• Wildflower Festival; Easter Events; Sugar Rush LA: SoCal Weekend