Local Orange County School District Considers Supporting ICE
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School Board members are considering supporting ICE and other law enforcement agencies on the heels of students walking out of the classroom last week to protest the federal deportation efforts. At the same time, officials are looking to comply with a new state law by considering a...
Chino Hills man, 65, worked as Chinese ‘covert agent’ in Southern California
A 65-year-old San Bernardino County man was sentenced to four years in prison for his role as a covert agent for the People’s Republic of China, federal officials announced Monday. Officials with the United States Attorney’s Los Angeles Office said that between 2022 and January 2024, Yaoning “Mike” Sun, a Chino...
A new era begins for the Riverside County Fair & Date Fest
The Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival returns this week with a refreshed look, immersive new spaces, and a full lineup of entertainment. The annual event presented by Fantasy Springs Resort Casino runs from Feb. 12 to March 1 at the Riverside County Fairgrounds in Indio. Celebrating the fest’s...
Riverside County child tests positive for measles
The child was not vaccinated and has no recent history of out-of-state or international travel.
Dump Truck Erupts in Flames on 91 Freeway
A dump truck caught fire Monday along the Riverside (91) Freeway on the west end of Riverside, consuming most of the vehicle and prompting a partial closure of the corridor. The non-injury blaze was reported at 10:55 a.m. Monday on the westbound 91, just east of La Sierra Avenue, according to the California Highway...
Pedestrian in critical condition after being hit by truck on El Paseo
A pedestrian was struck by a white pickup truck and seriously injured the morning of Monday, Feb. 9 at the intersection of El Paseo and Ocotillo Drive in Palm Desert. The Riverside County Sheriff's Office said deputies responded at around 9:44 a.m. to reports of a vehicle hitting a pedestrian. When on scene,...
Bianco visits North State today — Jensen Hall at 5 p.m.
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, the man who wants to be California’s next governor, returns to Jensen Hall on the Lassen County Fairgrounds at 5 p.m. today, Monday, Feb. 9. The free event is sponsored by Lassen County District 5 Supervisor Jason Ingram and the Cole family. The candidate...
A suspect DUI driver was arrested after a police pursuit in coastal Orange County
DUI (misdemeanor or felony depending on prior history and injuries) Evading a police officer (misdemeanor or felony) Reckless driving (possible additional charge) Jail time (from a few days up to several years if charged as felony evading) Fines (can reach several thousand dollars) Probation. Mandatory DUI classes....
Homeless population in Orange County sees increase over 6 years
Orange County’s homeless population has grown by 15.8% from the 2019 to 2024 OC PIT Count. The Point‑in‑Time Count, a federal survey conducted every two years, captures a snapshot of homelessness on specific nights each survey year. The 2019, 2022, and 2024 counts show shifting trends that reflect economic pressures,...
Hawaiian Barbeque Eatery in Orange County Recommended to Close After Health Inspection
[Editor’s note: The reports mentioned here are from inspections conducted on February 6 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishments.]. During an inspection on February 6, Maui Rose was found in violation of several health codes by the Orange County health department. The...
