Oil spill traced to vessel docked in Newport Harbor
NEWPORT BEACH — An oil spill off Newport Beach has been traced back to a vessel docked at Newport Harbor, authorities said Sunday. An oil sheen was first spotted at about 8:30 p.m. Saturday in the water at Newport Harbor, according to Carrie Braun, director of public affairs and community engagement for the Orange...
County Shelters celebrate pup turned movie-star with month long adoption event
RIVERSIDE, Calif. (KESQ)-- Riverside County Department of Animal Services (RCDAS) launches Unleash Your Superpower- Adopt a Hero event following the popularization of Krypto, Superman's loyal canine companion, who was inspired by a real-life RCDAS shelter dog. Ozu, the real-life inspiration for Superman's four-legged...
Man in Critical Condition After Orange County Shooting, Investigation Underway Near Orange Blossom Trail
A man in his 30s was discovered wounded by gunfire yesterday in Orange County, sparking an ongoing investigation by local law enforcement officials. The Orange County Sheriff's Office reported a call on the 4000 block of Norwich Road, where the incident was first noted. Following the shooting, the victim was swiftly...
Capistrano, CA – Injuries Reported in Two-Vehicle Crash on I-5 S/Alicia Pkwy
Capistrano, CA (August 2, 2025) – A two-vehicle collision involving a white Penske box truck and a white Toyota RAV4 resulted in injuries on the southbound lanes of I-5 near Alicia Parkway on Friday, August 1. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that the crash occurred at the gore...
Oak Fire at 46 acres with 20% containment near Live Oak Canyon
ORDWAY, Calif. (KESQ) -- Firefighters are battling a grass fire near Live Oak Canyon in the Community of Ordway. The Oak Fire currently stands at 46 acres with 20% containment and a moderate rate of spread. Cal Fire Riverside officials say the blaze began shortly before 5 p.m. Saturday at Live Oak Canyon Road and ...
UCR’s freshman class is its highest ever
UC Riverside is pretty popular these days. The university will welcome 71,069 first-year and transfer students at the start of the upcoming fall semester, by far the most in its 71-year history, according to a statement on the school’s website. The previous record was set one year ago, when...
Toys, telescopes and bike repair kits: There’s a new ‘library of things’ to check...
For years, Irvine residents have complained about outdated library facilities under Orange County leadership. Now, the city is taking back control.
Vehicles to Serve as `Mobile Service Centers’ for Probationers, Parolees
RIVERSIDE (CNS) – Parolees and probationers in Riverside County who are homeless or otherwise unable to find readily available transportation to make court dates or check in with their assigned agents now have the option of utilizing “mobile service centers” provided by the Department of Probation. “Reliable...
Drunk Driver Sentenced in Death of Disneyland Parade Performer
The drunk driver responsible for the 2022 deaths of a Disneyland Parade Performer and her father, has now been sentenced. On the evening of November 13, 2022, Scott Bales crossed the centerline on Gilman Springs Road in Moreno Valley, crashing into the victim’s car. The California Highway Patrol stated that the...
More Expansion Planned for My Panecito
Growing, popular Southern California bakery My Panecito is expanding to Santa Ana, according to the brand’s website. The address 1111 S Main St is listed on a map as “coming soon”, but the timeline for the new outpost, one of many the company is working on, is unclear.
