Orange County IT Veterans Karen Norrell and Theresa Cody Retire After Decades of Service
In the heart of Orange County, a pair of unsung heroes are clocking out for the last time. After keeping the digital cogs turning for decades, Karen Norrell and Theresa Cody of the Orange County IT Department are embarking on the retirement phase of their lives. Norrell celebrates a remarkable 40 years of service,...
The cost of grandstanding: Sarmiento opts for expensive oil imports over struggling residents
Supervisors Vicente Sarmiento and Katrina Foley recently voted to oppose expanded offshore drilling in Orange County. While this may sound like a win for environmentalists, it will be yet another blow to the hard-working families of Orange County. While Supervisor Foley speaks of “pristine coastlines,” she ignores...
Wind Advisory issued December 28 at 11:56AM PST until December 30 at 1:00PM PST...
* WHAT…Northeast winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. expected. Local gusts to 60 mph possible. * WHERE…San Bernardino County Mountains, San Bernardino and. Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, San Gorgonio Pass near. Banning, and Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN…From 4 PM...
Two arrested after $80,000 horse stolen from ranch
Authorities have arrested two people in connection with the theft of a high-value horse from a rural property in the unincorporated community of Thermal, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies from the Thermal Sheriff’s Station East Rural Crime and District Team began investigating the case on...
Coroner identifies woman struck and killed on I-10 in Indio
The Riverside County Coroner's Office has identified a woman who died Friday, Dec. 26, after being struck by a vehicle on eastbound Interstate 10 in Indio. The California Highway Patrol says she apparently jumped from a bridge over the freeway. Denise Madril, 55, of Los Angeles died at the scene near Golf Center...
Arson suspect arrested after starting a brush fire in Fountain Valley
Earlier today, a passerby reported a subject actively lighting a brush fire, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department. Police officers responded immediately and located the suspect in the area of Talbert and Ward. The male suspect attempted to flee but he was quickly apprehended without incident. Even with...
Strong Santa Ana winds return to Southern California; rain likely by New Year’s Day
Southern California is heading into a familiar winter weather pattern this week, with sunny skies and strengthening Santa Ana winds followed by a return to rain around the New Year, according to KTLA’s Kacey Montoya. While skies remain mostly clear Sunday and Monday, winds are expected to ramp up later Sunday...
California Warning: “Brazen” Predator Spotted in Backyards
From the quiet neighborhoods of Placer County to the densely populated hills of Southern California, these encounters have triggered urgent warnings for residents to secure their properties as predators move closer to back doors than ever before. 1. The Brazen Behavior. In recent months, security cameras from the Bay...
Suspect arrested nearly 20 years after Riverside County homicide
Deputies arrested a 51-year-old man in connection with the 2006 shooting in Highgrove, according to a news release from the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
OCTA Offers Free New Year’s Eve Bus Rides
ORANGE –The Orange County Transportation Authority will provide free bus rides from 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31 to 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 1, giving passengers a safe and convenient way to travel to New Years Eve events across Orange County. Free rides require no special pass –...

















