Irvine CA

LOS ANGELES, California - A former police chief and an officer from the Metropolitan State Hospital have been charged with felony grand theft for allegedly submitting fraudulent timecards to divert public funds for personal gain. Donald Santarin Salvador, a 44-year-old from Lake Forest, and former Chief of Police for...

Irvine is the happiest city in Southern California, according to WalletHub’s annual “Happiest Cities in America” ranking. The personal finance website compared 182 of the nation’s largest cities using 29 measures of happiness, organized into three categories: emotional and physical well-being; income and employment;...

The maple bacon cronut – flaky, chewy, sweet and savory – is one of the chief attractions at Mag’s Donuts & Bakery in University Park Center. It’s also part of the secret to the locally beloved small business’s survival. Owners Ning and Yean Yen were...

The Irvine Police Department shared a warning with the public on Wednesday that they’ve received reports of scam phone calls claiming to be from the department or other government agencies. Police said it’s unknown who is calling residents and impersonating authorities. They said that Irvine Police Department...

Tim Ho Wan's Sham Shui Po storefront has once again landed in the latest Michelin Guide, extending the dim sum brand's run to 17 straight years of recognition. The fresh nod arrives in the chain's first full year under the Jollibee Group and in the middle of an international growth push that includes a newly...

A Santa Ana resident lost $45,000 in cash and jewelry after being targeted in a lottery ticket scam, police said Wednesday. The incident happened March 19 near Raitt Street and McFadden Avenue, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. Investigators said two women approached the victim claiming they had a winning...

Last week, two park rangers were proactively conducting a patrol check of Talbert Park South a little before 7 a.m. when they heard the rattling of a can, according to the Costa Mesa Police Department. The officers knew what that sound meant. They located fresh purple spray paint on a...

The weekend, police officers responded to the Recreation Center for an animal abuse in progress, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department. A concerned citizen called to report a male kicking and stomping on a German Shepherd who appeared to be in distress. The male suspect was quickly located and...

Did you know Anaheim has more breweries than any other city in Orange County? Taprooms, brewpubs, and beer gardens are scattered across the city, especially around La Palma Avenue and Downtown Anaheim, which makes it easy to hit a few stops in one afternoon and get a feel for the local beer culture!

Looking for some great free finds around Tustin? This week’s list includes solid furniture pieces and a comfy mattress that need new homes fast. Check them out below!. A sturdy student desk in used–good condition. Measures 48” W x 23.5” D x 29” H — perfect for a home office or study space. You’ll need to bring help...