Anti-ICE protester says he was blinded by projectile fired by federal agent
The injured demonstrator, identified as 21-year-old Kaden Rummler by his aunt, is seen on video shouting through a megaphone along with others outside the building. AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes A protester was struck in the face with a projectile fired by a federal officer at close range during a Southern California...
Vandals target shuttered Westminster Mall, leave behind extensive damage
Instead of shoppers, the once-thriving Westminster Mall is now drawing vandals, leaving behind shattered glass and extensive damage throughout the building.
Woman leaves Bible on Irvine doorstep after stealing package
Irvine police are looking for a woman who left a Bible on a doorstep after stealing a package in Irvine.
Southern California Weather Alert: Above-Normal Warmth with Rising Rain Risk Jan 20–24
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Los Angeles, California – A warmer-than-normal weather pattern is expected to take hold across Southern California between Tuesday and Saturday, bringing a noticeable rise in temperatures along with an...
Thermal drone technology helps find lost dog in Orange County
Crews used thermal drone technology to help find a lost dog in Orange County.
30 suspects were arrested for vandalizing the shuttered Westminster Mall
The Westminster Police Department has become aware of multiple videos on social media showing tagging, vandalism, and trespassing amongst other criminal activity occurring inside the Westminster mall. The Westminster Police Department has partnered with property owners and onsite security to help combat this issue....
Man serving life for deadly Orange County gang shooting dies in California prison altercation
A man serving life in prison for a deadly gang shooting in Southern California has died following an altercation with another inmate at a prison in Solano County, officials said.
Rules, rights for renters, landlords will be on website
Do you own rental property or rent an apartment and need to keep up with the latest laws and regulations?. You’ll soon be able to have a guide to being on either side of that relationship. On Tuesday night the Stanton City Council directed city staff to create a page on the municipal website providing links to state...
A transient in Santa Ana was arrested for assaulting a woman
On December 31, 2025, Santa Ana Area CHP units received a call of a female pedestrian waving down traffic on I-5 northbound near 17th Street in the city of Santa Ana. After CHP officers contacted the pedestrian, it was determined she was a victim of a s*xual assault. Members of...
CalOptima Braces For Health Insurance Eligibility Changes For OC’s Neediest Families
Leaders at CalOptima – the county-run Medi-Cal program for OC’s neediest residents – are bracing for drastic cuts and eligibility changes to the public health insurance program that almost a third of Orange County residents rely on to cover doctor visits and hospital stays. Last year, CalOptima...

















