Mercury found at multiple locations prompts hazmat response in Southern California
Firefighters and hazardous materials crews responded to reports of mercury at multiple locations in Riverside County on Saturday. The incident was reported around 11:24 a.m. near the 24000 block of Magnolia Street in Wildomar, according to Cal Fire and the Riverside County Fire Department. The Riverside County Hazardou
Tropical Storm Elida expected to bring high surf to SoCal beaches; advisory takes effect...
A tropical storm system in the Pacific Ocean is expected to bring large swells along the Southern California coastline next week.
Pepper Lunch Eyes Orange County
Pepper Lunch appears to be planning a new Orange County location at 2800 N. Main Place Drive in Santa Ana, according to a recently filed plan review. The permit application points to space within MainPlace Mall, although the company has not yet publicly announced the project. Founded in Tokyo in...
The Taco Stand Plans Expansion In Orange County
The Taco Stand is preparing to expand its Orange County footprint with a new location planned for 7300 Great Park Blvd. in Irvine, bringing its popular Tijuana-style street food to one of the region’s fastest-growing communities. Founded with inspiration from the street vendors of Tijuana and Baja California, The...
Late‑night traffic stop leads to major narcotics and firearms bust in north Orange County
A routine graveyard traffic enforcement stop in Buena Park quickly escalated into a significant arrest after officers discovered methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia, and a loaded 9mm handgun in the driver’s vehicle. According to the Buena Park Police Department, the driver was already out on bail for an unrelated narco
Santa Ana Police arrest robbery suspect after bicycle getaway attempt
Santa Ana police say a robbery suspect didn’t get far after allegedly stealing merchandise from Target and assaulting an employee—then trying to flee on a bicycle. Officers posted the incident yesterday, noting that the suspect, Erika Anguiano (42) of Orange, was quickly located and arrested near the store.
The O.C. Fair returns for summer fun
KTLA’s Omar Lewis was live in Costa Mesa with a preview of opening day at the Orange County Fair, featuring over-the-top fair food, thrilling rides and plenty of summer fun for the whole family. The Orange County Fair runs July 17 through Aug. 16 and is closed Mondays and...
Celebrate National Ice Cream Day at These Unique Spots in Orange County
National Ice Cream Day takes place on Sunday, July 19. Here’s the scoop on a variety of unique options throughout the county. At Rainbow Cone, you can purchase a signature cone with chocolate, strawberry, Palmer House (vanilla with cherries and walnuts), pistachio, and orange sherbet ice cream slices stacked on top of
Fire extinguisher used to vandalize Inland Empire preschool, teen cited
A 17-year-old Inland Empire boy has been arrested after a fire extinguisher was used to vandalize a preschool in Rancho Cucamonga, authorities said Friday. Deputies were called to Olive Tree Day School in the 7600 block of Archibald Avenue shortly before 8:30 a.m. on July 11 after receiving a report of vandalism, accor
Orange County man pleads guilty to violent robberies targeting fast food restaurants
A man pleaded guilty to committing a series of violent robberies targeting fast food restaurants across Orange County. Freddie Alexander Lopez, 24, of Santa Ana, targeted the businesses during a multi-day spree from Jan. 27 to Feb. 1, 2026, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) said. On Jan. 27, Lopez entered a Su
