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Costa Mesa City Council engaging in discussions

Former Costa Mesa City Manager Sues After Dismissal

July 15, 2025

News Summary Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, the former City Manager of Costa Mesa, has filed a legal complaint against the City Council for termination she claims was retaliation for reporting...

Traffic scene in Huntington Beach emphasizing pedestrian safety

Woman Struck and Killed in Huntington Beach Incident

July 14, 2025

News Summary A tragic accident occurred in Huntington Beach, California, where a woman was struck and killed by a vehicle. The incident took place at around 6 p.m. involving a...

Cityscape of Orange County showing trash bins on curbs due to service delays.

Orange County Residents Face Ongoing Trash Collection Delays

July 14, 2025

News Summary Residents across various cities in Orange County, including Anaheim, Brea, and Santa Ana, are experiencing significant delays in trash collection due to a strike by sanitation workers. The...

Police cars responding to a high-speed chase in an urban area

High-Speed Police Chase Ends in Newport Beach Arrest

July 13, 2025

News Summary A man, Reed Mitchell Morrison, has been charged with multiple felonies after leading police on a dangerous high-speed chase through two counties, initiated by a carjacking. The pursuit...

Community gathering supporting Tustin landscaper

Landscaper Granted Bond After Controversial Arrest in Tustin

July 13, 2025

News Summary Narciso Barranco, a 48-year-old landscaper from Tustin, has been granted bond after a controversial arrest by federal agents during work in Santa Ana. His arrest, involving a violent...

Burnt vegetation in Huntington Beach park post-fire

Huntington Beach Vegetation Fire Quickly Contained

July 13, 2025

News Summary A vegetation fire at the Central Park Equestrian Center in Huntington Beach was contained by firefighters in under an hour. The swift response prevented the blaze from spreading...

Police officers investigating a theft in Orange County

Orange County Police Arrest Three Women for Theft and Burglary

July 13, 2025

News Summary Three women were arrested in Orange County after police uncovered over $12,500 worth of stolen merchandise linked to multiple retail thefts. Following a tip from license plate readers,...

Citizens discussing phone scams in a community meeting

Monterey Park Man Charged in Santa Ana Scam Case

July 12, 2025

News Summary A 24-year-old man from Monterey Park has been charged with scamming over $140,000 from a Santa Ana victim through a phishing scheme. Ge Yu faces multiple felony counts...

Community members searching for a missing elderly person in a suburban area.

Silver Alert Issued for Missing 74-Year-Old in Westminster

July 12, 2025

News Summary The California Highway Patrol has announced a Silver Alert for Benjamin Johnson, a 74-year-old man reported missing in Westminster. Johnson was last seen near Hoover Street and Brooklawn...

BUSINESS

Outdoor dining in Irvine showcasing diverse culinary options

Culinary Renaissance Begins in Irvine with New Dining Options

July 15, 2025

News Summary Irvine, California, is welcoming new dining experiences that celebrate diverse tastes and health-conscious choices. Kiyoraka offers modern kakigori and plans to add a full menu, while Bopomofo Cafe...

Interior view of Kei Coffee House showcasing contemporary design

Kei Coffee House Opens in Westminster

July 15, 2025

News Summary Westminster has welcomed Kei Coffee House, a new coffee destination from Kei Concepts, enhancing the local dining scene. Located on Brookhurst Street, the coffee house features a Scandinavian-inspired...

Illustration of an office building converted into residential units

Irvine Planning Commission Approves Office-to-Residential Conversion

July 15, 2025

News Summary The Irvine Planning Commission has greenlit a proposal to convert part of an office building into 66 residential units, marking a shift towards mixed-use spaces in the city....

Construction site with workers on tenant improvement projects

Economic Decline Impacts Tenant Improvement Contractors in Orange County

July 15, 2025

News Summary Economic uncertainty has caused a 5.6% decline in work volume for tenant improvement contractors in Orange County, with completed projects totaling $1.3 billion in 2024, down from $1.4...

Children participating in STEM activities at a youth center

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central OC Expands Reach Through Merger

July 14, 2025

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...

Interior of J.P. Morgan Private Bank with financial advisory setup

J.P. Morgan Private Bank Welcomes Blake Clayton as Vice President

July 14, 2025

News Summary J.P. Morgan Private Bank has appointed Blake Clayton as the new Vice President and Banker at its Orange County branch. With extensive experience in financial transactions and corporate...

The newly established Office of Health & Wellness in Irvine

City of Irvine Establishes Office of Health & Wellness for Affordable Housing

July 14, 2025

News Summary The City of Irvine has launched the Office of Health & Wellness to boost affordable housing initiatives. This new office aims to expand access to social services while...

Diverse restaurants in Orange County with health inspection signs

Orange County Restaurant Closures and Reopenings Update

July 12, 2025

News Summary Orange County has experienced a series of temporary restaurant closures and reopenings due to health inspections focused on food safety compliance. Between July 3 and July 10, five...

Proposed urban development in Huntington Beach with housing and greenery

Huntington Beach Proposes Major Development with 800 Housing Units

July 12, 2025

News Summary Huntington Beach is set for a major transformation as the California Resources Corporation proposes to rezone a 92-acre site for 800 housing units and a hotel. The project...

Events/What's Happening

Artworks displayed in the Searching the Sky for Gold exhibit.

Santa Ana Launches Unique Art Exhibit at OCMA

July 14, 2025

News Summary The Orange County Museum of Art has unveiled ‘Searching the Sky for Gold,’ the debut exhibition by artist Su Yu-Xin. This exhibit features innovative landscape paintings created with...

Conceptual image of a housing development in Fountain Valley

Fountain Valley City Council to Review Housing Development

July 14, 2025

News Summary The Fountain Valley City Council is set to discuss a proposed housing development at the former Boomers! site. The project includes two seven-story buildings with 657 residential units...

Colorful attractions and food offerings at the 2025 OC Fair

Costa Mesa Gears Up for 2025 OC Fair

July 14, 2025

News Summary The upcoming OC Fair in Costa Mesa promises an unforgettable experience from July 18 to August 14, attracting around one million visitors. This year marks the 135th anniversary...

Families interacting with Beagles at an adoption event

Huntington Beach to Host Beagle Adoption Event This Saturday

July 12, 2025

News Summary Huntington Beach will host a Beagle adoption event organized by Bean’s Beagles, aiming to find forever homes for rescued Beagles. Scheduled from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the...

People enjoying the Orange County Fair with food stalls and festive decorations

Orange County Fair Returns to Costa Mesa

July 12, 2025

News Summary The Orange County Fair is back at the Costa Mesa fairgrounds for its 135th year, running from July 18 to August 17. Anticipating over 1 million visitors, the...

Culinary festival scene with chefs and food stations

Annual Festival of Chefs Set to Delight Food Lovers

July 11, 2025

News Summary The Annual Festival of Chefs will be hosted at the Newport Beach Country Club, showcasing top chefs from Orange County while supporting KidWorks, a nonprofit aiding local students....

Participants engaging in a voter feedback workshop in Orange County.

Orange County Hosts Workshops for Voter Feedback on Election Improvements

July 11, 2025

News Summary Orange County is launching workshops to gather public feedback on improving the election process. Led by the county’s registrar of voters, these workshops focus on polling locations, accessibility,...

Exhibition featuring PAC-MAN arcade machines and memorabilia

PAC-MAN Celebrates 45 Years at The Great Park Gallery

July 11, 2025

News Summary The Great Park Gallery in Irvine is currently hosting the ‘Journey Through the Maze: 45 Years of PAC-MAN’ exhibition. This free event celebrates the iconic PAC-MAN video game’s...

Vessels decorated for the Newport Beach Boat Parade

Newport Beach Celebrates Old Glory Boat Parade

July 10, 2025

News Summary The annual Old Glory Boat Parade in Newport Beach showcased 48 decorated vessels, emphasizing community spirit and patriotism for Independence Day. Participants displayed creativity with stunning red, white,...

CRIME

Traffic scene in Huntington Beach emphasizing pedestrian safety

Woman Struck and Killed in Huntington Beach Incident

July 14, 2025

News Summary A tragic accident occurred in Huntington Beach, California, where a woman was struck and killed by a vehicle. The incident took place at around 6 p.m. involving a...

Police cars responding to a high-speed chase in an urban area

High-Speed Police Chase Ends in Newport Beach Arrest

July 13, 2025

News Summary A man, Reed Mitchell Morrison, has been charged with multiple felonies after leading police on a dangerous high-speed chase through two counties, initiated by a carjacking. The pursuit...

Community gathering supporting Tustin landscaper

Landscaper Granted Bond After Controversial Arrest in Tustin

July 13, 2025

News Summary Narciso Barranco, a 48-year-old landscaper from Tustin, has been granted bond after a controversial arrest by federal agents during work in Santa Ana. His arrest, involving a violent...

Police officers investigating a theft in Orange County

Orange County Police Arrest Three Women for Theft and Burglary

July 13, 2025

News Summary Three women were arrested in Orange County after police uncovered over $12,500 worth of stolen merchandise linked to multiple retail thefts. Following a tip from license plate readers,...

Citizens discussing phone scams in a community meeting

Monterey Park Man Charged in Santa Ana Scam Case

July 12, 2025

News Summary A 24-year-old man from Monterey Park has been charged with scamming over $140,000 from a Santa Ana victim through a phishing scheme. Ge Yu faces multiple felony counts...

Community members searching for a missing elderly person in a suburban area.

Silver Alert Issued for Missing 74-Year-Old in Westminster

July 12, 2025

News Summary The California Highway Patrol has announced a Silver Alert for Benjamin Johnson, a 74-year-old man reported missing in Westminster. Johnson was last seen near Hoover Street and Brooklawn...

Police car near a bank ATM, warning signs for safety

Texas Men Arrested for Bank-Jugging Spree in Orange County

July 12, 2025

News Summary Three men from Texas have been apprehended for a series of burglaries in Orange County, known as ‘bank-jugging.’ The suspects closely followed victims after cash withdrawals, stealing cash...

Police investigation scene by the Santa Ana riverbank

Homicide Investigation Underway in Santa Ana Riverbed Shooting

July 12, 2025

News Summary A homicide investigation has been launched after a man was shot and killed along the Santa Ana riverbed. The victim, 28-year-old Elvis Alfonso Mojica Delgado, was discovered by...

Courtroom scene representing legal action against fraud.

Westminster Sues Ex-Police Officer Over Fraud Allegations

July 11, 2025

News Summary The city of Westminster has initiated a lawsuit against former police officer Nicole Brown, accused of committing workers’ compensation fraud by faking a head injury to collect over...

POLITICS

Costa Mesa City Council engaging in discussions

Former Costa Mesa City Manager Sues After Dismissal

July 15, 2025

News Summary Lori Ann Farrell Harrison, the former City Manager of Costa Mesa, has filed a legal complaint against the City Council for termination she claims was retaliation for reporting...

Traffic scene in Huntington Beach emphasizing pedestrian safety

Woman Struck and Killed in Huntington Beach Incident

July 14, 2025

News Summary A tragic accident occurred in Huntington Beach, California, where a woman was struck and killed by a vehicle. The incident took place at around 6 p.m. involving a...

Cityscape of Orange County showing trash bins on curbs due to service delays.

Orange County Residents Face Ongoing Trash Collection Delays

July 14, 2025

News Summary Residents across various cities in Orange County, including Anaheim, Brea, and Santa Ana, are experiencing significant delays in trash collection due to a strike by sanitation workers. The...

Police cars responding to a high-speed chase in an urban area

High-Speed Police Chase Ends in Newport Beach Arrest

July 13, 2025

News Summary A man, Reed Mitchell Morrison, has been charged with multiple felonies after leading police on a dangerous high-speed chase through two counties, initiated by a carjacking. The pursuit...

Community gathering supporting Tustin landscaper

Landscaper Granted Bond After Controversial Arrest in Tustin

July 13, 2025

News Summary Narciso Barranco, a 48-year-old landscaper from Tustin, has been granted bond after a controversial arrest by federal agents during work in Santa Ana. His arrest, involving a violent...

Police officers investigating a theft in Orange County

Orange County Police Arrest Three Women for Theft and Burglary

July 13, 2025

News Summary Three women were arrested in Orange County after police uncovered over $12,500 worth of stolen merchandise linked to multiple retail thefts. Following a tip from license plate readers,...

Citizens discussing phone scams in a community meeting

Monterey Park Man Charged in Santa Ana Scam Case

July 12, 2025

News Summary A 24-year-old man from Monterey Park has been charged with scamming over $140,000 from a Santa Ana victim through a phishing scheme. Ge Yu faces multiple felony counts...

Community members searching for a missing elderly person in a suburban area.

Silver Alert Issued for Missing 74-Year-Old in Westminster

July 12, 2025

News Summary The California Highway Patrol has announced a Silver Alert for Benjamin Johnson, a 74-year-old man reported missing in Westminster. Johnson was last seen near Hoover Street and Brooklawn...

Volunteers serving meals at Someone Cares Soup Kitchen in Costa Mesa

New Leadership at Someone Cares Soup Kitchen in Costa Mesa

July 12, 2025

News Summary Someone Cares Soup Kitchen in Costa Mesa has appointed Adam Ereth as its interim executive director following the passing of Shannon Santos. With a rich history of community...

SPORTS

Burnt vegetation in Huntington Beach park post-fire

Huntington Beach Vegetation Fire Quickly Contained

July 13, 2025

News Summary A vegetation fire at the Central Park Equestrian Center in Huntington Beach was contained by firefighters in under an hour. The swift response prevented the blaze from spreading...

Firefighters responding to a fire in Santa Ana apartments

Fire Displaces 14 Residents in Santa Ana Apartment Blaze

July 9, 2025

News Summary A significant fire in Santa Ana’s single-story apartments has displaced 14 residents, with firefighters managing to contain the blaze without any reported injuries. The incident, which began in...

Dancers performing at the National Choreographers Initiative event

National Choreographers Initiative Showcases New Ballet Works

July 2, 2025

News Summary The National Choreographers Initiative will take place at the Irvine Barclay Theatre, featuring four choreographers and 16 dancers collaborating on new ballet works. Founded in 2004 by Molly...

Dogs surfing on waves at Huntington Beach

Huntington Beach Hosts Annual Dog Surfing Competition

June 22, 2025

News Summary The 28th Annual Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge in Huntington Beach showcased talented dogs of various breeds competing in surfing, agility challenges, and flying disc performances. The...

Rally for fairness in girls' sports outside CIF executive meeting

Rally in Costa Mesa Demands Ban on Transgender Females in Sports

June 21, 2025

News Summary A rally in Costa Mesa witnessed around thirty individuals demanding the California Interscholastic Federation to ban transgender females from competing in girls’ sports. Organized by a Christian advocacy...

Firefighters responding to a fire at a commercial building in Costa Mesa

Fire Erupts at Commercial Building in Costa Mesa

June 16, 2025

News Summary A significant fire broke out at a commercial building in Costa Mesa, prompting over 100 firefighters to respond. The fire affected moving vans and quickly spread inside the...

Thunderstorm clouds and rain over Southern California

Severe Thunderstorms Cause Flash Flood Warnings in Southern California

June 4, 2025

News Summary Southern California faced severe thunderstorms leading to flash flood warnings across multiple regions. Rainfall varied significantly, with some areas experiencing up to 2 inches of rain. The National...

High waves crashing at Newport Beach

Hazardous Surf Conditions in Newport Beach

June 3, 2025

News Summary A tropical storm has led to hazardous surf conditions along the Southern California coast. Wave heights have reached up to 6 feet, with high surf advisories warning beachgoers...

A no-biking sign at Newport Beach with beachgoers in the background.

Newport Beach City Council Bans Vehicles on the Beach

May 21, 2025

News Summary The Newport Beach City Council has unanimously passed an ordinance prohibiting bicycles and motorized vehicles, including e-bikes and scooters, from the sand at local beaches due to safety...

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