Dead dolphin and distressing video raise concern in Orange County
A dolphin seen struggling in shallow water off the coast of San Clemente this week has raised concerns among marine mammal rescuers after another dolphin was found dead nearby just days earlier. Video shared with KTLA showed the dolphin partially on its side in shallow water near North Beach in San Clemente, appearing distressed as […]
Thousands of new homes are replacing Orange County’s dead malls
In a commentary in The Orange County Register, Byron De Arakal highlights the changing role of the county's shopping malls, many of which have fallen victim to the forces of e-commerce and changing consumer preferences. According to De Arakal, "Pressed by gargantuan state housing mandates, saddled with upside-down budgets, and...
Woman Faces Sentencing for Getaway Driver Role in Armed Robbery Spree
A San Fernando Valley woman is set to be sentenced Thursday for acting as getaway driver in a series of armed robberies of smoke shops, donut shops and convenience stores in Los Angeles and Orange counties — a crime spree that was interrupted when she drove to Las Vegas to marry a co-defendant.
Gwen Stefani Storms Vegas Sphere As No Doubt Turns Tragic Kingdom Into Orange County...
No Doubt roared into Las Vegas last Wednesday night to kick off their Live at Sphere residency, building the entire opening show around their breakthrough album Tragic Kingdom and dusting off songs that had not seen a stage in decades. Gwen Stefani and the band tore through a 21-song set that stitched together radio staples, deep cuts and massive visuals that wrapped the...
Police recover $45k from Uber package scam
Police recovered $45,000 from a scam after an Uber driver went to pick up a rider but instead ended up with only a package in his car.
Police are trying to identify a north O.C. grand theft suspect
The Buena Park Police Department is calling on the public for help identifying a suspect wanted in connection with a Grand Theft investigation. According to a police bulletin posted on May 5, 2026, the incident (Case #26-15551) occurred on May 4, 2026, at approximately 9:30 a.m. in the 5200 block of Beach Blvd.
More than 2,000 grams of fentanyl seized during Orange County traffic stop, 3 arrested
Three people were arrested after what Orange County sheriff’s officials described as a routine traffic stop in San Juan Capistrano led to the seizure of large amounts of narcotics, firearms and cash early Thursday morning. According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, the stop happened around 2:07 a.m. and was conducted by a deputy assigned […]
LBPD Arrest Homeless Man Suspected of Copper Theft
A 41-year-old homeless man is facing possible criminal charges Wednesday after being arrested for allegedly stealing copper wire in Long Beach. The arrest of Russel Libberton on May 1 in the 3000 block of Cherry Avenue followed a months-long investigation by the Long Beach Police Department’s High Crime Focus Team in coordination with the department’s Burglary Detail, officials said.
CSU approves 3 new bachelor’s degree pathways
The California State University system on Wednesday announced three new bachelor's degree pathways aimed at broadening access to higher education and better aligning programs with workforce needs across Southern California and statewide. The CSU Board of Trustees in Long Beach voted to create a Bachelor of Education, Bachelor of Professional...
Police arrest man suspected of stealing over 100 pounds of valuable wiring, metals
Long Beach police say they arrested a 41-year-old homeless man on suspicion of stealing more than 100 pounds of precious metals, including copper and brass. After receiving a tip, officers located Russel Libberton on Friday afternoon on Cherry Avenue just south of the 405 Freeway, according to the Long Beach Police Department.
