A DUI driver was arrested after doing spinouts at the Irvine Spectrum
On Thursday morning, a 22-year-old from Orange decided to spin her car around, like a pinwheel on a windy day, on top of one of the Spectrum parking structures, according to the Irvine Police Department. Working with Spectrum Security and IPD dispatchers, a police officer quickly located the driver and...
The Secret Morning Rituals of America’s Happiest Towns
The Golden State’s Morning Magic The Golden State’s Morning Magic (image credits: unsplash) When you think about morning rituals, you might picture meditation or a perfect cup of coffee. But in Fremont, California – America’s happiest city with nearly 80% of households earning above $75,000 – mornings start...
Are Homeowners Responsible for Sidewalk Hazards?
Most people assume sidewalks are the city’s problem. They’re public, after all. But responsibility isn’t always that simple. And when someone trips, falls, or crashes a bike near a home, things can get confusing fast. Who fixes it?. Who’s liable?. And what actually counts as a...
Three suspects were arrested after burglarizing a home under construction in coastal O.C.
On January 4, 2026, the Newport Beach Police Department received a call for suspicious activity at a home under construction in the Harbor Ridge area. The NBPD’s Drone 1 arrived on the scene first and observed three male suspects inside the residence. Police officers arrived shortly after and located...
Starbucks employee delivers coffee to L.A. deputy with hand-drawn pig on cup
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is speaking out after one of its deputies was served a cup of coffee from an employee of a Norwalk Starbucks with a hand-drawn image of a pig on it. In a statement, sheriff’s officials condemned the Jan. 9 incident, saying the image of a pig “is commonly used to demean […]
Popular Korean BBQ Spots in Orange County, California: Enjoy AYCE
Orange County boasts a vibrant Korean BBQ (KBBQ) scene, especially in hubs like Garden Grove, Buena Park, Irvine, and Fullerton. These areas offer a great mix of premium à la carte (non-AYCE) restaurants and value-packed all-you-can-eat (AYCE) options. Expect high-quality meats, flavorful marinades, generous banchan...
Vandalism Overruns Shuttered Westminster Mall
The closed Westminster Mall in Orange County is now a site of vandalism, with graffiti and broken windows. Witnesses report large groups causing damage without security present. The mall's redevelopment is pending, while police have made multiple arrests and are working to improve security.
Billboard next to Southern California highway hijacked with pro-ICE messaging
A billboard next to a Southern California freeway was hijacked with pro-ICE messaging and a chilling remark about the fatal federal officer-involved shooting of Renee Good. A KTLA viewer sent in a photo showing a billboard alongside the 215 Freeway in Riverside, near the Central Avenue/Watkins Drive exit. Per the...
In-N-Out targeted in Southern California counterfeit scheme; 2 women arrested
Two Long Beach women were arrested for allegedly using counterfeit $100 bills at approximately 12 In-N-Out locations across Los Angeles and Orange counties. Auriona Lewis and Tatiyanna Foster are accused of victimizing a dozen restaurants before being identified through surveillance footage and search warrants. Lewis...
California Santa Ana Wind Advisory Issued as Another Strong Wind Event Targets Southern California...
California — Another round of Santa Ana winds is impacting Southern California, prompting a wind advisory issued on January 10, 2026, as forecasters monitor a pattern that could bring stronger and more damaging winds again around January 16 into January 17. While today’s event is not expected to be as severe as the...
