High-Speed CHP Pursuit Shuts Down East LA Streets Before Tense Standoff
If there is one thing Southern California is universally famous for outside of the entertainment industry, it is the classic, televised high-speed police chase. This week, another crazy pursuit took the focus of the greater Los Angeles area as a driver in a white Toyota pushed their vehicle to the absolute limit to...
When Every Second Counts, Newport Beach Paramedics Deliver
But when it doesn’t, that’s when Newport Beach Fire Department’s paramedics spring into action. They arrive at the scene of such critical health emergencies as heart attacks, strokes and devastating traffic accidents on average under five and one-half minutes after frantic 9-1-1 calls for help. A paramedic...
Yamaha departure adds to the growing wave of companies leaving California
Yamaha Motor Corp. USA will relocate its U.S. headquarters from Cypress, California, to Kennesaw, Georgia, ending nearly five decades in Orange County. The phased transition, starting in 2026 and finishing by 2028, will affect about 250 employees as the company consolidates operations and aligns key divisions closer...
Two arrested for package theft at Irvine apartments
A mail carrier reported a suspicious couple stealing packages at The Park at Irvine Spectrum Apartments. The suspects caused property damage while fleeing through the apartment landscaping. Officers later found their vehicle at The Marketplace, where the pair attempted to escape in a rideshare before being arrested.
Irvine is America’s Safest Big City
The Mayor also reported that violent crime in Irvine dropped by 5% and property crime fell by 16% last year. Mayor Agran thanked the City’s public safety officers: “On behalf of a grateful Irvine community, I want to take this moment to thank Chief Michael Kent and our entire Irvine Police Department for yet another...
9 California Bakeries Where Everything Disappears Before Noon
California is home to some of the most talented bakers in the world, and their creations sell out fast. From flaky croissants to pillowy doughnuts, these spots draw long lines before the sun is even fully up. If you sleep in, you might miss out on something truly special. Here...
Stewart, Lorton named as woman and man of year
Jennifer Stewart and Damien Lorton have been named “Woman and Man of the Year” by the Garden Grove Chamber of Commerce. Stewart is owner of the Azteca Mexican Restaurant on Main Street. She’s also an artist and currently chair of the city’s Downtown Commission. Lorton is...
Freshman transfer Jaden Fraser finds a new start with Orange Coast College softball team
Freshman Jaden Fraser transferred to Orange Coast College from San Francisco State University (SFSU) this spring semester, getting an exceptional fresh start on the softball team. "I lost the love of the game over those last three months, and then I re-fell in love with it," Fraser said as she...
WonderCon Anaheim 2026 Exhibitor List, Map Released
WonderCon Anaheim will be here before we know it — the convention is set for March 27-29, and already there have been several exciting developments and special guests announced. But if you’ve been wondering which booths will be on your list to stop by, we’ve got some good-ish news...
Ocvibe development taps Daktronics for immersive digital displays
Ocvibe, a 100-acre mixed-use development transforming the area surrounding Honda Center in California, is partnering with Daktronics, which provides immersive digital displays and experiential environments, to install a digital display system able to power large-scale, high-impact digital moments across the Ocvibe...
