Waterkeepers Petition Water Board To Require Stormwater Permits For Commercial Facilities Polluting Chino Creek
The region’s biggest source of copper and zinc pollution operates entirely beyond the reach of enforceable clean-water mandates. June 1, 2026 (Ontario, Calif.) — Today, California Coastkeeper Alliance, Inland Empire Waterkeeper, and Orange County Coastkeeper filed a petition with the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Co
Santa Ana criminal threats investigation leads to arrest and massive illicit weapons cache seizure
Alfredo Jasso (35) of Santa Ana has been arrested and booked at the Santa Ana Jail following a criminal threats investigation that uncovered an extensive stockpile of illegal firearms, tactical equipment, and high-capacity feeding devices. The Santa Ana Police Department’s Directed Enforcement officers executed a multi
22-year-old arrested for double shooting in coastal Orange County
A late-night shooting in Huntington Beach left two men hospitalized and a local resident behind bars. Christian Irwin, 22, of Huntington Beach, was arrested by patrol officers early Monday morning and is now facing severe felony charges for his alleged involvement in the violent incident, according to the Huntington Be
Onlooker Struck During Chaotic Compton Street Takeover Caught on Video
A shocking video from a Compton street takeover shows an onlooker being struck by a car performing donuts in front of a packed crowd. The incident has renewed concerns about the dangers of illegal takeovers and spectator safety.
Joint multi-agency sweep cracks down on illegal e-motorcycle and e-bike activity in Costa Mesa
The Costa Mesa Police Department (CMPD) Community Policing Unit and Traffic Safety Bureau recently spearheaded a multi-agency crackdown targeting the illegal use of electric motorcycles (e-motos), gas-powered mini bikes, and reckless e-bike riding. Conducting operations in and around Fairview Park, Moon Park, and the S
Anaheim Police Search for Driver After Elderly Pedestrian Left Critically Injured in Hit-and-Run
Anaheim police are actively searching for a driver who fled the scene after striking and critically injuring an elderly pedestrian in a hit-and-run collision. The incident has raised serious concerns in the community as investigators work to identify the suspect and determine the circumstances surrounding the crash. Au
OCVIBE Reveals Plans for 5,000-Seat Concert Hall in Anaheim Entertainment District
OCVIBE has officially revealed the design for a new 5,000-capacity concert hall in Anaheim, California, marking a major milestone in the development of its large-scale entertainment district surrounding the Honda Center. The venue is part of a broader vision to transform the area into a year-round destination for live
One of Orange County’s Top Bakeries Expands Hours to Meet Growing Demand
A well-known Orange County bakery, Porto’s Bakery & Cafe (Buena Park), is expanding its operating schedule by adding more days and extending its daily hours in response to rising customer demand. The bakery, already recognized as one of the most popular dessert destinations in the region, has seen a steady increase in
Orange County Judge Throws Out $2.9 Million Verdict in Santa Ana Police Retaliation Case
A significant legal development unfolded in Orange County after a judge overturned a $2.9 million jury verdict in a Santa Ana police retaliation lawsuit. The case, which involved allegations of workplace retaliation within the Santa Ana Police Department, had initially resulted in a substantial financial award in favor
Body Found Inside Burned Van After Fire Breaks Out in Irvine Area
A body was discovered inside a van after emergency crews responded to reports of a vehicle fire in Irvine, California. Firefighters were called to the scene after witnesses reported a van engulfed in flames. Once the blaze was extinguished, responders made the grim discovery of a person inside the burned-out vehicle, p
