Firefighters Train with Horses in San Juan Capistrano to Prepare for High-Risk Rescues
On a sunlit April 6 morning at The Shea Center, firefighters stood beside horses instead of fire engines, learning how to read body language, apply rescue harnesses and safely approach animals in distress. The training, now in its fifth year, brings together firefighters from across Orange County for hands-on large-animal...
Orange County has ‘a clear generational divide’ among voters, new poll finds
The poll specifically asked about views on capitalism versus socialism.
Suspects arrested at an Orange wellness center after drug dealing and human trafficking complaints
On April 8, 2026, a coordinated operation was carried out with the Orange Police Department’s SWAT Team, Special Investigations Unit and Code Enforcement following a months-long investigation into complaints of drug dealing and possible human trafficking. Orange PD, with assistance from the Anaheim Police Department, executed a search warrant...
A Santa Ana woman was arrested on a stolen motorcycle after a police pursuit
On Wednesday a female motorcyclist decided to test her luck on a Yamaha and flee from motor officers doing enforcement, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. The Santa Ana police released a body cam video showing the suspect as she drove recklessly on city streets, sidewalks and commercial parking lots.
Santa Ana police search for burglar who was dressed in construction clothes
The Santa Ana Police Department continued its effort Friday to identify a suspected burglar who stole thousands of dollars’ worth of valuables from an apartment. The man was seen on surveillance video wearing construction clothes and stole jewelry, Louis Vuitton and Gucci handbags and personal documents, according to the police department’s social media.
USPS admits to angry residents it ‘made mistake’ after abruptly stopping all deliveries to...
THE US Postal Service has issued an apology after abruptly cutting service to entire neighborhood over a so-called dog problem. But despite many residents insisting their don’t even own one of the pets, the mail service is still refusing to come back to the area for the foreseeable future.
La La Land Kind Cafe Opens Its First Orange County Location at Lido Marina...
La La Land Kind Cafe opened March 14 at Newport Beach’s Lido Marina Village, marking its first Orange County location. Known for its mission to spread kindness and mentor foster youth, the cafe offers organic matcha, quality coffee, and treats in a bright, uplifting space. Guests can visit daily from 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 6:30 a.m. to...
Surfer ‘Lucky to Survive’ After Rare Pelican Attack in Huntington Beach, CA
A surfer was attacked by pelicans at Bolsa Chica State Beach, Huntington Beach, CA. Surfer Justin suffered only minor injuries and received immediate aid from lifeguards. Pelican attacks on humans are extremely rare, typically caused by hunger or feeling threatened. When it comes to surfers, and encounters with marine wildlife,...
California’s High-Speed Rail Costs Climb to $126 Billion Amid Central Valley Momentum
Triple the Cost, None of the Tracks (Image Credits: Unsplash) California – Voters approved a bold high-speed rail vision in 2008, promising a swift connection between San Francisco and Los Angeles for about $33 billion. Nearly two decades later, the project’s price tag has tripled to roughly $126 billion, drawing fresh scrutiny in a recent […]
More Homeless Dogs Available For Adoption At Orange County’s Animal Shelter
Thorin has been at OC Animal Care in Tustin for a little over a month after coming in as a stray. Staff notations say he can be shy and fearful when meeting new people, and he responds best when approached with a gentle speaking voice. Descriptions also recommend a home...
