Dry and sweltering temperatures continue to elevate risk of fires
Temperatures continue to reach 90 degrees and above here in Southern California. Dry and windy conditions will remain throughout the day for mountains, valleys and deserts.
Man beaten, gold chain ripped off neck in daylight Santa Ana mob assault
The Santa Ana Police Department is appealing to the public for help after a 24-year-old man was violently blindsided, beaten, and robbed by a group of individuals. According to official reports, the victim was walking toward a Little Caesars restaurant near the intersection of 17th Street and Fairview Street when he wa
Toxic Fear Grips Ladera Ranch as Rare Cancer Strikes Local Kids
In the planned community of Ladera Ranch, parents say at least six children have been diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma, a rare bone and soft tissue cancer, and anxiety is running high. One of those children, 17-year-old Brody Matteson, died after a hard fight with the disease, his mother, Megan says. Neighbors say other lo
California Dominates America’s Luxury Housing Market as San Francisco Home Prices Top $6.6 Million
California continues to dominate the nation’s luxury housing market, with three of the five most expensive major metros for high-end homes, a new study has shown. Southern California alone secured two spots in the top five list, according to Redfin’s latest study based on luxury home sale prices in May 2026.
San Diego’s Pricey Firehawk Scrambles To Newport Beach Amid Budget Squeeze
San Diego’s high-powered firefighting helicopter, Copter 3, made an out-of-county run to Newport Beach last Monday to help search for 47-year-old Wesley Alan MacFarland, the son of retired San Diego fire chief Charles MacFarland. The Sikorsky S-70i FireHawk left San Diego as the department operates under a tight budget
George J. Cotliar, managing editor of the Los Angeles Times for 19 years, dies...
George J. Cotliar, who served as managing editor of the Los Angeles Times for 19 years, died Monday at his home in Newport Beach. He was 94 years old.
Evil Cooks Will Bring Heavy Metal-Inspired Mexican Street Food to Anaheim
A Los Angeles concept has been announced as one of the newest culinary additions to Katella Commons, the 50,000-square-foot market hall coming to OCVIBE in Anaheim. From husband-and-wife team Alex “Pobre Diablo” Garcia and Elvia “La Bruja” Huerta, Evil Cooks is slated to debut at the food hall in early 2027. The new ou
Insider’s Guide to the OC Fair in 2026
The OC Fair returns to Costa Mesa from July 17 through August 16, 2026, bringing back one of SoCal’s biggest summer traditions!. This year’s theme is “Your Adventure Awaits,” which feels about right for an event built around carnival rides, fair food, concerts, animals, exhibits, competitions, and the simple joy of wal
Soak up free activities and events at OC Fair (they’re included with admission)
$13 general daily admission Wednesday and Thursday; $18 general daily admission Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. $9 senior 65 and older and kids ages 5 to 12; kids under 5 may enter for free. While a sizable and robust county fair does have plenty of pleasures that require funds — those...
Orange County’s Police Surveillance Increases Amid Budget Woes
While police officers made headlines last summer for firing tear gas and rubber bullets at protestors in Orange County, there’s another piece of military equipment they use much more that receives less attention – drones. At least three of the county’s largest law enforcement offices are ratcheting up...

















