Lottery Refused To Pay $5 Million Because A 16-Year-Old Bought The Ticket
Here’s what happened. On October 16, 2016, Ward Thomas of Long Beach, California, sent his 16-year-old son, Benjamin, into a Mobil station on Bellflower Boulevard with 12 winning “Deluxe 7’s” Scratchers worth $330. It was a simple enough errand: trade the winnings for five new $20 tickets and bring home the remaining $
Irvine Police launch #WantedWednesday hunt for luxury Ferrari thief
The Irvine Police Department has issued a public appeal for information to identify a suspect linked to the high-profile theft of a 2020 Ferrari Portofino. As part of their weekly #WantedWednesday initiative, detectives released an enhanced digital photo of the individual believed to be responsible for the luxury vehic
Rossmoor Community Services District passes budget
After perhaps setting a record for motions that died on the floor, the Rossmoor Community Services District’s remaining four members have selected a community member to fill the Board seat left vacant by the resignation of Mary Ann Remnet. Sharon Landers, RCSD General Manager, said two of the eight...
Long Beach Man, 49, Found Safe in Norwalk After Two Months Missing
A 49-year-old man who walked away from his Long Beach residential care facility in June has been found safe more than two months later, some 14 to 18 miles north in Norwalk. Francisco Garcia was last seen leaving the facility on the 900 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard on June 10, according to the Long Beach P
Brea Doubles E-Bike Fines
Brea’s e-bike fines are set to double in an effort to curb reckless riding – a trend that’s growing throughout Orange County, leading to injuries, arrests and deaths. Fines will increase from $125 to $250 for the first offense, $250 to $500 for the second offense made within 12 months from the first violation, and go f
Orange Police seize 40 guns and fentanyl after anonymous tip
An anonymous tip about suspected drug activity at a residence in the 900 block of E. La Veta Avenue led Orange Police Special Investigations Unit detectives to launch a surveillance operation that ultimately uncovered a major cache of weapons and narcotics. After observing what appeared to be ongoing drug activity,...
Charter finalizes $34.5-billion Cox takeover, bringing Spectrum to millions more customers
With the $34.5-billion purchase, Cox customers in San Diego, Las Vegas and Phoenix will soon get Spectrum service — and the Dodgers channel, ending a long TV drought.
Suspect arrested in death of 38-year-old woman at Anaheim motel
A 43-year-old man was arrested in connection with the death of a 38-year-old woman earlier this week in an Anaheim motel room. Anaheim police responded to a request for a welfare check Tuesday at the Kona Motel and found the victim, Jasmine Miranda, of Anaheim, suffering from injuries. She died at the scene.
Orange County to host e-bike and e-motorcycle buyback, offering gift cards
Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer announced the buyback will take place Sept. 13 at Angel Stadium, offering gift cards and Los Angeles Angels tickets in exchange for the bikes.
U.S. News & World Report Ranks Best High Schools
U.S. News & World Report has released its latest list of the nation’s best public high schools, and a number of California schools earned high rankings. Last year, no California high schools made the national top 10. This year, Science Academy STEM Magnet in North Hollywood came in at No. 10 nationwide, making it the h

















