10 Southern California’s Mom-And-Pop Mexican Spots That Are Totally Worth The Detour
The best detours usually start with somebody saying, “Trust me, it does not look fancy.”. That sentence has led many hungry people to tiny dining rooms, salsa worth guarding, and plates that make the drive feel smarter with every bite. Mom-and-pop Mexican spots do not need a glossy entrance...
10 Nostalgic Diners In California That Will Transport You To The 1950s
Looking for the best nostalgic diners in California that feel like a trip back in time?. These 10 classic diners serve up amazing comfort food and a whole lot of old-school charm!. 1. George’s 50’s Diner (Long Beach) You can spot George’s 50’s Diner from far away....
Orange County’s Civic Headlines Ahead of USA’s 250th Birthday
A host of cities throughout Orange County are hosting festivals, parades and firework shows for the country’s 250th birthday this Independence Day. It comes as many cities are further cracking down on illegal fireworks – with some moving to fine property owners where the pyrotechnics are lit while other cities are usin
Why do Santa Ana residents love illegal fireworks despite the massive risk?
The annual, multi-day explosions echoing through Santa Ana streets are driven by a complex culture of community neighborhood revelry, competitive spectacle, and an appetite for risk that consistently overrides public safety warnings. Despite localized public service campaigns and high-profile tragedies, a deeply entren
Urgent warning in California town over sewage spill after error
Sewage spill in California forces local authorities to close popular beaches throughout the July 4th holiday weekend. The Orange County Health Care Agency is actively monitoring levels of wastewater contamination to ensure public safety. Officials strongly urge the public to avoid all water-based activities in the affe
Shots Ring Out On Atlantic Avenue, North Long Beach Shaken But No One Hit
A stretch of North Long Beach was rattled by gunfire late Wednesday, but police say no one was hit as they continue to sort out what happened and why. Officers responded to reports of shots fired in the 5000 block of Atlantic Avenue and nearby East Via Carmelitos, where they found evidence that a shooting had taken pla
An explosion scare, then a warehouse fire: Californians want answers about hazardous chemicals
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Manuel Valle, 84, jumped on his bike and rode through his Boyle Heights neighborhood despite the protests from his worried children. The air was smoky, for the fifth day in a row; he pushed through fits of coughing to pass out 50 N95 mask
Lawsuit filed after ex-State Parks boss accused of secretly recording in OC locker room
Three men are suing after a former California State Parks superintendent in Orange County was accused of secretly recording several men, including lifeguards, in a locker room.
Huntington Beach celebrates Fourth of July with annual parade
One of the nation's largest Independence Day celebrations will make its way through the streets of Huntington Beach on Saturday.
Orange County Loses Another Michelin Star as Beloved French Restaurant Drops Off Elite List
Costa Mesa, California — Orange County’s fine-dining scene has suffered another setback after Michelin removed the coveted star from Knife Pleat, leaving the region with just one Michelin-starred restaurant for the first time in years. The French restaurant, located in Costa Mesa, had proudly held a Michelin star...

















