Family of man shot and killed by Tustin police in 2021 awarded $17 million
The family of a man shot and killed by Tustin police has been awarded $17 million after a jury found the shooting excessive and unreasonable following a six-day trial.
Best New Restaurants: Coming Soon!
There are plenty of exciting places slated to open in the months ahead, especially in Anaheim. Take a look. There’s been a lot of restaurant construction going on in Downtown Disney, and topping our “Can’t Wait For” list: Gordon Ramsay at The Carnaby. An opening date hadn’t been announced at press time, but signage went up in January, and the “Hell’s Kitchen” star has...
Judge overturns the City of Santa Ana’s ban on Short Term Rentals such as...
In a major legal shift, an Orange County Superior Court judge has overturned Santa Ana’s ban on short-term rentals (STRs). While the original 2024 ordinance sought to eliminate stays of less than 30 days to protect neighborhood character, recent judicial rulings have halted its enforcement, siding with property owners who argued the ban was unconstitutional and lacked environmental review.
Crews battle Stanton fire that spread to apartment complex
Orange County fire crews battled a three-alarm fire in Stanton Wednesday afternoon that started at a row of detached garages before spreading to an apartment complex. Residents were evacuated from the complex, and no injuries were reported. According to Orange County Fire Authority Capt. Greg Barta, the fire was first reported at 11:15 a.m. in […]
Walmart to remodel stores across Southern California
Walmart plans to remodel multiple stores in Los Angeles, Orange and Riverside counties this year as part of a broader effort to upgrade dozens of locations statewide, the company announced Wednesday. The retailer said it will remodel 56 stores across California, with improvements focused on store layouts, technology and expanded...
OC mother charged after teen son’s illegal electric motorcycle crash critically injures veteran, 81
Tommi Jo Mejer, was charged with felony child endangerment after her son allegedly struck and critically injured an 81-year-old man while riding an illegal E-motorcycle. Prosecutors allege Mejer ignored previous police warnings about the vehicle—which is 16 times more powerful than a legal E-bike—and initially lied to investigators about owning it.
California DOJ announces arrest of L.A. County card dealer for stealing chips from casino
One L.A. County card dealer’s luck has run out, according to California Attorney General Rob Bonta. Bonta’s office issued a media release on Wednesday morning stating that, last month, an investigation was launched into a cardroom dealer suspected of stealing gaming chips from The Gardens Casino in Hawaiian Gardens. The dealer was not named, but officials say the investigation […]
Day Trip 2026 Unveils Star Studded Lineup for Long Beach Return
The global dance music experience curator Insomniac has officially revealed the lineup for the sixth edition of Day Trip Festival, setting the stage for another vibrant summer celebration along the Southern California coast. Returning to the historic Queen Mary Waterfront in Long Beach on Saturday, June 27 and Sunday, June 28, the festival will once again deliver two days and nights of sun soaked...
OCTA Celebrates Earth Day with Free Bus Rides and New Transit Calculator to Figure...
ORANGE – In honor of Earth Day, OCTA invites residents and visitors to support the environment by taking advantage of free rides on public transit all day. OCTA will offer complimentary rides on all regular OC Bus routes on Wednesday, April 22, with no pass or fare required. OC Bus provides a safe, reliable and convenient way to travel to work, school and destinations throughout...
Egorov: Before Irvine Decides The Future Of Oak Creek, Residents Should Know, The Land...
Many Irvine residents may not realize that the Oak Creek Golf Course land is not simply ordinary private property. While the land is privately owned, it is subject to long-standing legal protections created through Initiative Resolution 88-1, which Irvine voters approved in 1988 to protect open space throughout the city.

















