High-tech police drone tracks down Kohl’s theft suspects in north Orange County
A routine shoplifting call escalated into a high-stakes backyard manhunt in Buena Park, showcasing the powerful role of advanced airborne technology in modern law enforcement, according to the Buena Park Police Department. The incident concluded with two suspects behind bars after attempting to evade ground units, comp
Public Meeting Roundup — June 8-12
Every week, The Riverside Record publishes a list of public meetings — county, city and school district governance — happening along with links to the agendas and ways you can attend or watch the meetings. Use the links below to navigate to different sections. Each section is organized alphabetically.
This Southern California Roadhouse Serves Breakfast With A Mountain View
Breakfast usually has enough going for it already. Coffee shows up. The grill gets to work. The morning starts behaving itself. Then the view enters the picture and suddenly eggs are competing with the scenery. Southern California somehow found a way to give breakfast a front-row seat to the landscape.
Orange County Health Officials Revise Statements on Chemical Tank Emergency
A chemical tank emergency in Orange County has drawn renewed scrutiny after health officials revised earlier statements that there had been “no leak” during the incident. The development has raised concerns among residents, environmental advocates, and local leaders who are seeking greater transparency regarding the ha
Sherman Library & Gardens in Corona del Mar Announces New On-Site Restaurant Opening Late...
For the past several years, the onsite restaurant at Sherman Library & Gardens in Corona del Mar was 608 Dahlia, the creation of Chef Jessica Roy, one of the most creative chefs in Orange County. Open mainly for lunch and special events, 608 Dahlia was always packed with delighted diners who savored Chef Roy’s garden-t
Armed man shot multiple times by Orange County deputies expected to survive
A man in his 20s is expected to survive after charging Orange County deputies with a firearm earlier this year and being shot multiple times, authorities announced. Newly released video of the April 24 incident shows the suspect, who has not been identified, approaching a townhome near Antonio Parkway and Cow Camp Road
CASA of Orange County Nets Over $1.325 Million at 2026 CASA Celebration Gala at...
Court Appointed Special Advocates of Orange County (CASA OC) welcomed more than 250 supporters, philanthropists, community leaders, and advocates to its annual CASA Celebration Gala on Saturday, May 16, at Pendry Newport Beach. Inspired by The Beatles, and a call for “A Little Help From Our Friends,” the evening netted
Orange County Officials Report Decline in Homelessness Amid Rising Incarceration Numbers
Orange County officials are pointing to new data showing a decline in the region’s homeless population, describing it as evidence that recent policies and enforcement efforts are having an impact. However, the reported reduction has sparked debate among advocates and community organizations, who argue that increased in
Orange County’s Santa Ana Is Now the Worst Place in America to Be a...
Santa Ana, California — the beating heart of Orange County and one of the most densely populated cities in the American West — has become a perfect storm for renters. A majority-Latino working-class city surrounded by some of the wealthiest zip codes in the country, Santa Ana has long struggled with affordability. But
DUI Checkpoint set for June 13 in north Orange County
The La Habra Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI) checkpoint on June 13, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within city limits. Sergeant T. Nelson announced that checkpoint locations are strictly data-driven, targeting areas with historically high rates of impaire

















