Costa Mesa, Breaking News
BREAKING NEWS
Southern California Faces Intense Late-Summer Heat Wave
News Summary Southern California is enduring a severe late-summer heat wave with record temperatures, particularly in Los Angeles and Orange counties. The National Weather Service has issued heat warnings as...
Los Amigos High School Celebrates 20 Years of Achievement
News Summary Los Amigos High School in Fountain Valley commemorated its 20-year milestone with a graduation ceremony for 350 seniors. Highlighting academic excellence, 130 graduates are set to attend prestigious...
Newport Beach Church Elder Charged with Sexual Assault
News Summary Michael Robert Maxwell, an elder at Redeemer Church of Orange County, faces 18 felony charges for sexual assault involving a minor, with incidents reported from 2011 to 2018....
Elder Charged with Multiple Felonies of Sexual Assault
News Summary Michael Robert Maxwell, a 42-year-old elder at Redeemer Church in Orange County, has been charged with 18 felony counts of sexual assault involving a minor. The accusations date...
Lugano Diamonds CEO Resigns Amid Fraud Allegations
News Summary Mordechai Ferder, CEO of Lugano Diamonds & Jewelry, has resigned following serious fraud allegations and multiple lawsuits against him and his company. His resignation is effective immediately as...
Orange County High School Football Season Kicks Off with Victories
News Summary The high school football season in Orange County launched with thrilling matchups and key victories, including Mission Viejo’s narrow win over Santa Margarita and Tustin’s strong performance against...
Orange County Nonprofits Navigate Funding Challenges
News Summary Nonprofit organizations in Orange County are facing significant funding cuts, prompting leaders to seek innovative collaborations and resource-sharing strategies. Many nonprofits are rethinking their financial approaches to better...
Irvine Restaurant Fire Promptly Contained by Firefighters
News Summary A fire broke out early Friday morning in a restaurant on Irvine Boulevard, but was quickly contained by the Orange County Fire Authority. Firefighters managed to limit damage...
Santa Ana Residents Oppose Exclusive Soccer Field Access
News Summary Residents of Santa Ana are raising concerns about a proposed contract that would give a private youth soccer club exclusive access to public soccer fields. During a City...
Newport Beach Addresses Surge in E-Bike Injuries
News Summary Newport Beach is facing an alarming increase in e-bike injuries and traffic issues, particularly among children and teens. Complaints have surged, prompting the city council to enact a...
POLITICS
Southern California Faces Intense Late-Summer Heat Wave
News Summary Southern California is enduring a severe late-summer heat wave with record temperatures, particularly in Los Angeles and Orange counties. The National Weather Service has issued heat warnings as...
Los Amigos High School Celebrates 20 Years of Achievement
News Summary Los Amigos High School in Fountain Valley commemorated its 20-year milestone with a graduation ceremony for 350 seniors. Highlighting academic excellence, 130 graduates are set to attend prestigious...
Newport Beach Church Elder Charged with Sexual Assault
News Summary Michael Robert Maxwell, an elder at Redeemer Church of Orange County, faces 18 felony charges for sexual assault involving a minor, with incidents reported from 2011 to 2018....
Elder Charged with Multiple Felonies of Sexual Assault
News Summary Michael Robert Maxwell, a 42-year-old elder at Redeemer Church in Orange County, has been charged with 18 felony counts of sexual assault involving a minor. The accusations date...
Lugano Diamonds CEO Resigns Amid Fraud Allegations
News Summary Mordechai Ferder, CEO of Lugano Diamonds & Jewelry, has resigned following serious fraud allegations and multiple lawsuits against him and his company. His resignation is effective immediately as...
Orange County Nonprofits Navigate Funding Challenges
News Summary Nonprofit organizations in Orange County are facing significant funding cuts, prompting leaders to seek innovative collaborations and resource-sharing strategies. Many nonprofits are rethinking their financial approaches to better...
Santa Ana Residents Oppose Exclusive Soccer Field Access
News Summary Residents of Santa Ana are raising concerns about a proposed contract that would give a private youth soccer club exclusive access to public soccer fields. During a City...
Newport Beach Addresses Surge in E-Bike Injuries
News Summary Newport Beach is facing an alarming increase in e-bike injuries and traffic issues, particularly among children and teens. Complaints have surged, prompting the city council to enact a...
Arlene Schafer Retires After Decades of Service in Costa Mesa
News Summary Arlene Schafer has officially retired from her role as director of the Costa Mesa Sanitary District after 28 years of dedicated service. Her decision comes as she wishes...
Huntington Beach Investigates Two Fatal Traffic Collisions
News Summary Huntington Beach police are investigating two tragic traffic accidents that resulted in fatalities. The first incident involved a motorcycle colliding with a tow truck, claiming the life of...
CRIME
Newport Beach Church Elder Charged with Sexual Assault
News Summary Michael Robert Maxwell, an elder at Redeemer Church of Orange County, faces 18 felony charges for sexual assault involving a minor, with incidents reported from 2011 to 2018....
Elder Charged with Multiple Felonies of Sexual Assault
News Summary Michael Robert Maxwell, a 42-year-old elder at Redeemer Church in Orange County, has been charged with 18 felony counts of sexual assault involving a minor. The accusations date...
Orange County High School Football Season Kicks Off with Victories
News Summary The high school football season in Orange County launched with thrilling matchups and key victories, including Mission Viejo’s narrow win over Santa Margarita and Tustin’s strong performance against...
Newport Beach Addresses Surge in E-Bike Injuries
News Summary Newport Beach is facing an alarming increase in e-bike injuries and traffic issues, particularly among children and teens. Complaints have surged, prompting the city council to enact a...
Huntington Beach Investigates Two Fatal Traffic Collisions
News Summary Huntington Beach police are investigating two tragic traffic accidents that resulted in fatalities. The first incident involved a motorcycle colliding with a tow truck, claiming the life of...
Santa Ana Approves Military Equipment Policy Amid Community Concerns
News Summary Santa Ana city leaders voted 4-3 to allow the police department to continue using military-grade equipment. The decision is met with community opposition and concerns about transparency and...
ECONOMY
Los Amigos High School Celebrates 20 Years of Achievement
News Summary Los Amigos High School in Fountain Valley commemorated its 20-year milestone with a graduation ceremony for 350 seniors. Highlighting academic excellence, 130 graduates are set to attend prestigious...
Lugano Diamonds CEO Resigns Amid Fraud Allegations
News Summary Mordechai Ferder, CEO of Lugano Diamonds & Jewelry, has resigned following serious fraud allegations and multiple lawsuits against him and his company. His resignation is effective immediately as...
Orange County Nonprofits Navigate Funding Challenges
News Summary Nonprofit organizations in Orange County are facing significant funding cuts, prompting leaders to seek innovative collaborations and resource-sharing strategies. Many nonprofits are rethinking their financial approaches to better...
Bloom of Moon Jellies Spotted in Newport Harbor
News Summary A breathtaking bloom of moon jellies was observed in Newport Harbor, captivating onlookers and raising interest among marine experts. These translucent jellyfish congregate in large numbers due to...
California Coastal Commission Approves Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach
News Summary The California Coastal Commission has approved a five-year coastal development permit for the Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach, scheduled for October 3-5. The decision includes 21 conditions aimed...
Orange County Delays Decision on Airport Bond Proposal
News Summary Orange County supervisors have postponed a decision on a $120 million bond for improvements at John Wayne Airport amid concerns over financial risks and transparency. The initiative aims...
Santa Ana Schools Face Declining Attendance Due to Immigration Fears
News Summary As the school year begins, Santa Ana schools are experiencing significant attendance declines attributed to fears surrounding immigration enforcement. With approximately a quarter of Santa Ana residents undocumented,...
Orange County Seeks Over $190 Million in Federal Funding
News Summary The congressional delegation from Orange County has requested more than $190 million in federal funding for local initiatives, reflecting a rise in pork-barrel spending. Key focus areas include...
Dana Point Sees Late Arrival of Blue Whales
News Summary Dana Point, California, has reported an unprecedented late arrival of blue whales, with notable sightings occurring in August. Typically spotted earlier in the summer, this year’s encounters mark...
Surge in German Shepherd Surrenders in Orange County
News Summary Orange County is experiencing a concerning rise in German shepherd surrenders as economic difficulties persist. The German Shepherd Rescue of Orange County reports a tripling of cases this...
SPORT
Orange County High School Football Season Kicks Off with Victories
News Summary The high school football season in Orange County launched with thrilling matchups and key victories, including Mission Viejo’s narrow win over Santa Margarita and Tustin’s strong performance against...
Irvine Restaurant Fire Promptly Contained by Firefighters
News Summary A fire broke out early Friday morning in a restaurant on Irvine Boulevard, but was quickly contained by the Orange County Fire Authority. Firefighters managed to limit damage...
High School Football Season Kicks Off in Orange County
News Summary The high school football season has officially begun in Orange County, showcasing thrilling matchups and substantial victories. Teams such as Yorba Linda, Fullerton, and Bolsa Grande dominated their...
Huntington Beach Mourns Kolby Aipa, Young Surfing Talent
News Summary The Huntington Beach community is grieving the loss of 20-year-old Kolby Aipa, who tragically died from injuries sustained in an e-bike accident. Kolby, an emerging surfing talent and...
Oil Spill Discovered in Newport Beach Linked to Vessel
News Summary A significant oil spill off Newport Beach has been traced back to a recreational boat, raising environmental concerns. Cleanup efforts are underway as authorities respond to the incident,...
Fountain Valley Fire Chief Bill McQuaid Dies Unexpectedly
News Summary Bill McQuaid, the Fire Chief of Fountain Valley, passed away unexpectedly at age 57. He died during a bodyboarding trip, and the cause of death is not disclosed....
DISASTERS
Southern California Faces Intense Late-Summer Heat Wave
News Summary Southern California is enduring a severe late-summer heat wave with record temperatures, particularly in Los Angeles and Orange counties. The National Weather Service has issued heat warnings as...
Irvine Restaurant Fire Promptly Contained by Firefighters
News Summary A fire broke out early Friday morning in a restaurant on Irvine Boulevard, but was quickly contained by the Orange County Fire Authority. Firefighters managed to limit damage...
Lake Forest Man Sentenced for Fatal Drunk Driving Crash
News Summary A 37-year-old Lake Forest man, Jorge ErastoCruz, has been sentenced to 19 years to life in prison after a drunk driving crash that killed two individuals. The incident...
Huntington Beach: Fatal Collision Involving Motorcyclist and Tow Truck
News Summary A tragic accident in Huntington Beach resulted in the death of a 37-year-old motorcyclist after a collision with a tow truck. The incident occurred near McFadden Avenue and...
Oil Spill Discovered in Newport Beach Linked to Vessel
News Summary A significant oil spill off Newport Beach has been traced back to a recreational boat, raising environmental concerns. Cleanup efforts are underway as authorities respond to the incident,...
Tragic Accident on Interstate 10 Claims Young Life in California
News Summary A tragic accident on eastbound Interstate 10 in Riverside County has resulted in the death of 33-year-old Christian Hughes from Huntington Beach. The incident occurred near Blythe, and...
Tragic High-Speed Collision Claims Lives of Four Teenagers
News Summary A high-speed collision in Santa Ana resulted in the deaths of four teenagers and left two injured. The crash, involving a vehicle and a tree, happened late at...
Tragic Multi-Vehicle Collision Claims Life in Fountain Valley
News Summary A series of collisions on the 405 Freeway in Fountain Valley resulted in one death and several injuries on July 20. The California Highway Patrol confirmed a crash...
Fatal Multi-Vehicle Accidents in Fountain Valley
News Summary Two tragic multi-vehicle accidents occurred in Fountain Valley, resulting in fatalities and multiple injuries. The first accident involved a collision on the 405 Freeway, followed by another incident...
Elderly Woman Killed in DUI Crash in Huntington Beach
News Summary An 85-year-old woman named Caryl Margulies has died after being struck by a vehicle in a DUI-related incident in Huntington Beach. The crash occurred while she was walking,...
HEALTH
Newport Beach Addresses Surge in E-Bike Injuries
News Summary Newport Beach is facing an alarming increase in e-bike injuries and traffic issues, particularly among children and teens. Complaints have surged, prompting the city council to enact a...
UC Irvine to Integrate Psychedelic Therapy into Nursing Curriculum
News Summary UC Irvine’s Sue and Bill Gross School of Nursing plans to become one of the first institutions in California to incorporate psychedelic therapy into its nursing curriculum. This...
UC Irvine Launches Program for Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy Training
News Summary The Sue and Bill Gross School of Nursing at UC Irvine plans to introduce a pioneering program to train mental health nurses on the therapeutic use of psychedelics....
Mother and Daughter Triumph Over Breast Cancer Together
News Summary Jeannette Reding and her daughter Kristina Walters have both emerged as breast cancer survivors after facing diagnoses just days apart. Their shared journey underscores the importance of family...
Great Horned Owl Rescued from Glue Trap in Orange County
News Summary A great horned owl was trapped in a glue trap in Orange County, causing severe rehabilitation challenges due to lost feathers. Rescued by a Good Samaritan, the owl...
Orange County Bans Sale of Synthetic Kratom Products
News Summary The Orange County Board of Supervisors has enacted a ban on the sale, distribution, and possession of synthetic kratom products in unincorporated areas. This ordinance aims to improve...
Orange County Officials React to Trump’s Homelessness Order
News Summary Orange County is responding to President Trump’s recent executive order concerning homelessness, which emphasizes law enforcement and mandatory treatment. The directive calls for expanded civil commitments and promotes...
Rising Concerns Over Kratom Use in California
News Summary Kratom’s popularity in California is surging, raising significant health concerns related to addiction and overdose. The substance is easily accessible with no age restrictions, prompting calls for regulation....
Teen Singer-Songwriter Alexis Silva Set to Release Debut Album
News Summary Sixteen-year-old Alexis Silva from Newport Beach is gearing up to release her highly anticipated debut full-length album on August 1. Known for her heartfelt music born from personal...
Huntington Beach Faces Seabird Crisis Due to Domoic Acid Poisoning
News Summary The Wetlands and Wildlife Care Center in Huntington Beach is dealing with a crisis as they treat numerous brown pelicans suffering from severe domoic acid poisoning linked to...
TECH UPDATES
Archer Aviation Expands Operations in Orange County
News Summary Archer Aviation is expanding its operations in Orange County through the acquisition of a facility and patents from Overair. This move aims to bolster its development of electric-powered...
Blizzard Entertainment Workers Vote to Unionize
News Summary Over 160 workers at Blizzard Entertainment have voted to unionize under the Communications Workers of America (CWA) Local 9510, highlighting a growing trend of employee organization in the...
Viant Technology Reports Second Quarter Earnings
News Summary Viant Technology Inc. announced a net income of $290,000 for the second quarter, equating to 2 cents per share, with adjusted earnings per share at 9 cents. This...
Boys & Girls Clubs of Central OC Expands Reach Through Merger
News Summary The Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Orange Coast has merged with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Anaheim-Cypress, expanding its services to over 12,000 children and...
CTC Global Appoints Josh Cox as New Vice President
News Summary CTC Global has announced the appointment of Josh Cox as Vice President of Field and Technical Services. In this role, Cox will lead the Field Services Team in...
Ingram Micro Invests in AI-Powered Xvantage Platform
News Summary Ingram Micro is transforming its technology distribution model by investing over $600 million in the AI-powered Xvantage platform. This initiative aims to streamline operations, enhance efficiency, and improve...
Royal York Property Management Innovates Coastal Market Trends
News Summary Royal York Property Management (RYPM) is revolutionizing property management with its tech-driven solutions, managing over 25,000 units internationally. Utilizing AI for tenant evaluations and a cloud-based platform for...
Orange County Unveils AI Innovation Hub with Octane and Experian
News Summary Orange County is set to launch an AI Innovation Hub this summer, led by Octane in partnership with Experian. The hub aims to foster entrepreneurial growth in artificial...
CTC Global Appoints Paige Rodrigues as Senior Manager
News Summary CTC Global Corporation has appointed Paige Rodrigues as the new Senior Manager for Policy and Grid Strategy. In this role, Rodrigues will lead the company’s initiatives in state...
Replenysh Secures $8 Million to Innovate Recycling Industry
News Summary Replenysh, a Costa Mesa-based startup, has raised $8 million in Series A funding to transform the recycling industry with a digital platform that promotes a circular economy. Currently,...