Whale known for ‘chomping’ jaws spotted in string of recent humpback sightings off SoCal...
Newport Beach has experienced nearly two straight weeks of incredible humpback whale sightings off its coast, including visits from two well-known females who returned to Southern California with new calves in tow, according to whale watching experts. Davey’s Locker Whale Watching shared incredible new photos and video
San Clemente Looks to Tighten Pesticide Policy Amid Regional Health Concerns
City of San Clemente officials are looking to further restrict pesticide and herbicide use on city property while exploring whether the city has authority to regulate their use within private homeowners associations, following renewed community concerns over chemical exposure and reported childhood cancer cases elsewhe
Indio Home Invasion Arrest Raises Questions About Safety
An arrest in an Indio home invasion investigation is raising a bigger question for Coachella Valley residents: Do you actually feel safe in your own home?The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department announced the arrest Wednesday in connection with the investigation. The case involves an Indio suspect and was handled thro
Garden Grove man arrested after his teen girlfriend died following an altercation
Garden Grove Police have arrested 18‑year‑old Ethan Vidal after his 17‑year‑old girlfriend, Janely Gutierrez, died from severe head injuries sustained during an altercation inside their shared residence on the 8800 block of Hewitt Place late Sunday night. Officers responded at 11:32 p.m. on Aug. 9, 2026,...
Driver Killed After Car Slams Into Palm Tree In Riverside
A driver was killed after a vehicle slammed into a palm tree Wednesday morning in Riverside. At approximately 10:12 a.m. on August 12, 2026, firefighters responded to the 5000 block of Tequesquite Avenue following reports of a vehicle into a tree with the driver trapped. Emergency crews arrived to find...
Bill to split Riverside County sheriff, coroner offices clears key hurdle
It was prompted by concerns over a lack of transparency in investigating deaths in Riverside County jails.
Sports complex copper theft stopped: Costa Mesa Police arrest Stanton man
A man from Stanton was arrested after Costa Mesa police officers on foot patrol discovered an active copper wire theft in progress at a local sports complex. The incident highlights a growing trend of metal theft across Orange County—and the rising financial burden it places on cities, businesses, and insurers.
Supervisors Punt Again on Dana Point Harbor Renovation Deal, Leaving Hotels in Limbo
Orange County Supervisors hit the pause button again on a new lease deal with the developer of Dana Point Harbor on Tuesday, saying the deal didn’t do enough to protect existing workers or benefit the county. The delay leaves large parts of a project that’s expected to net the...
Santa Ana Police identify Wanted Wednesday suspect linked to retail fraud and vehicle burglary
Santa Ana Police have confirmed the identity of the Wanted Wednesday suspect featured on August 12, 2026, after receiving multiple tips from the community. The man, described as a Hispanic male approximately 30 years old, 5’08” and 200 pounds, was captured on surveillance video using stolen credit cards at several reta
Irvine Police arrest two men linked to Catalytic Converter theft spree
The Irvine Police have announced the arrest of two men linked to a series of catalytic converter thefts that occurred in May, when four vehicles were targeted and the suspects fled from officers during a pursuit. Although they initially escaped, detectives later identified the suspects and conducted surveillance that l

















