Back To Future Star Accused Of Sex Abuse, Girl, 12, Dies After School Attack

A roundup of the top stories and headlines from across California this week.

Mar. 3, 2026 at 3:31am

This week's top stories from California include a 'Back to the Future' star being accused of holding a 'sex slave' in his LA home, a 12-year-old girl dying after a school attack, a woman leading police to a wanted kidnapper, a mountain lion snatching a dog from its owner, and the discovery of the 'rarest carnivore' in Northern California for the first time in decades.

Why it matters

These stories highlight the diverse range of news events happening across California, from high-profile celebrity scandals to tragic incidents involving children, as well as wildlife encounters and law enforcement investigations. They provide a snapshot of the key issues and events impacting communities throughout the state.

The details

The 'Back to the Future' star, whose name was not provided, is accused of holding a 'sex slave' in his LA home according to a lawsuit. Meanwhile, a 12-year-old girl died after being attacked at her school, though details on the incident were limited. Other notable stories include a woman leading police to a wanted kidnapper, a mountain lion snatching a dog from its owner, and the rare sighting of a carnivore species in Northern California.

  • The incidents occurred over the past week across California.

The players

Back to the Future star

A celebrity accused of holding a 'sex slave' in their LA home.

12-year-old girl

A young student who died after being attacked at her school.

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The takeaway

These stories highlight the diverse range of news events impacting communities across California, from high-profile scandals to tragic incidents involving children, as well as encounters with wildlife and law enforcement investigations. They provide a snapshot of the key issues and events shaping the state.