Viral Puff Kitty Zoe now fully recovered and up for adoption
A Riverside County shelter kitten that went viral for a rare medical condition is now fully recovered and ready for adoption, according to her caretakers. “Zoe, the internationally known Puff Kitty, is ready for her next chapter,” the Palm Springs Animal Shelter posted Wednesday, along with a video showing the once-inflated cat looking slim and […]
Juvenile Arrested Following E-Bike Collision with Pedestrian in Lake Forest
LAKE FOREST, CA — Deputies with the Orange County Sheriff’s Department arrested a 14-year-old male following a traffic collision involving a pedestrian and an e-bike on Thursday, April 16, 2026. The incident occurred shortly before 4 p.m. in the vicinity of Toledo Way and Ridge Route Drive in Lake Forest.
Local Veterinarian Honored for Efforts to Care for Pets
Dr. Douglas Kunz, a veterinarian for 45 years in Palm Springs whose volunteer work is making a difference for pets on both the west and east ends of the Coachella Valley, was honored by Supervisor V. Manuel Perez as Volunteer of the Year in the Fourth Supervisorial District. On Tuesday,...
Exclusive tour of OCVIBE’s construction site in Anaheim
Phase one of what's been touted as the new downtown of Orange County is one year from opening its doors to the public.
‘She’s everything I have.’ Man desperately looking for Lexi, emotional support dog lost in...
A Pomona man who suffers from depression and anxiety desperately is looking for his emotional support dog that got lost accidentally in the Montclair area. Robert Dominguez said he brought his dog, Lexi, to his sister's house in Montclair on April 1, so that someone can take care of the dog while he was at work. But when his mom went outside to throw...
Two Apprehended Following Short Pursuit and Foot Chase in Corona
CORONA, CA — April 13th 2026 — “He didn’t know guac cost extra🥑. On April 4th,2026 our officers were in the area of Colony and Cottage Drive when they observed a wanted suspect. Instead of pulling over, he fled and led officers on a short pursuit...
Investigation Underway Following Death of Riverside Resident in Police Custody
RIVERSIDE, CA — The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has initiated a death investigation following the passing of a 52-year-old man in police custody early Tuesday morning. On April 7, 2026, at approximately 5:54 a.m., the Riverside Police Department received reports regarding an individual in the 5000 block of...
Feds arrest over two dozen Mexican Mafia members in massive drug bust
Over two dozen members of the Mexican Mafia were arrested on Thursday in an operation by the FBI and local authorities across Southern California , federal authorities said. In an early morning crackdown , search and arrest warrants were executed at 30 locations in Orange County, south of Los Angeles, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. The indictment alleges one leader, who was incarcerated, used contraband...
More Orange County Cities Ban Kratom
More Orange County cities are cracking down on kratom, joining a growing list of municipalities banning the marketing and distribution of the drug. Leaders in some cities are looking to ban only synthetic forms of kratom as advocates argue the natural version of the plant can provide people with improved energy and focus or help manage pain.
Orange Police Department Seizes Methamphetamine and Arrests RV Owner Near El Camino Park
The Orange Police Department (OPD) executed a search warrant on an RV located near El Camino Park following an investigation into reported narcotics activity. The operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 171 grams of methamphetamine and the arrest of the vehicle’s owner. The investigation began several weeks ago...

















