Orange County entrepreneur to plead guilty in $248M investor and lender fraud scheme
Joseph Neal Sanberg, a prominent Orange County businessman and co-founder of Aspiration Partners Inc., has agreed to plead guilty to a massive fraud scheme that defrauded investors and lenders of $248 million. According to a press release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Central District of California, Sanberg faces...
Serial package thief arrested in Irvine as she tried to steal toilet paper again
On Friday night, a suspect in an Irvine Police “Felony Friday” case decided to “shop” again at a Spectrum apartment package room. However, a resident who follows the IPD on social media recognized the suspect from the earlier post and called the IPD. IPD police officers...
Garden Grove Bans Alcohol Ads Near Schools, Playgrounds
Garden Grove City Council has banned alcohol ads near schools and playgrounds to protect children. The ordinance, led by Councilwoman Yesenia Muñeton, follows concerns about alcohol marketing's impact on youth. It prohibits ads within 500 feet of schools, parks, and libraries.
Mexican Flavors & Familia Vibes at Javier’s in Newport Beach
Inside Javier’s in Newport Beach, Where Tequila Flows, Ceviche Stuns and Every Plate Feels Like Home. If you’ve ever wandered into Javier’s in Newport Beach at golden hour, you know it’s more than an average taco Tuesday. The scent of garlic and grilled seafood wafts through the air as the buzz of margaritas and...
$250k grant for Little Saigon
A grant worth $250,000 has been awarded to the City of Westminster for the economic development of the Little Saigon business district along Bolsa Avenue, located chiefly between Magnolia and Brookhurst streets. The funding comes from the State of California’s Jobs First Regional Investment Initiative. “This grant...
Southern California woman accused of scamming victims through Ponzi scheme
A Southern California woman was arrested for allegedly scamming victims out of thousands of dollars through a Ponzi scheme. The woman was identified as Consuelo Carrasco-Ramirez, 53, of Hemet, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation began in April when deputies were contacted by a victim...
Vail Fire burns over 50 acres in Temecula before firefighters halt forward progress
The fire was 95% contained as of 7 p.m. on Saturday.
Emmanuel Haro’s Parents Faked Kidnapping Story, Authorities Say
The San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department is feeling certain Emmanuel Haro was not kidnapped from the parking lot of a Big 5 ... leading to the arrest of parents, Jake and Rebecca Haro, for suspicion of murder.
Officials investigate inmate death in custody
A 46-year-old man was found dead in his cell on Friday evening at a Riverside County detention facility, prompting an ongoing investigation into the circumstances of his death. Deputies discovered Ray Gonzalez of Jurupa Valley unresponsive in his housing unit at 6:54 p.m., according to authorities. Jail medical staff...
San Bernardino County residents may see Covered California premiums rise by 12.5% in 2026
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY – Covered California announced a preliminary 12.5% average rate hike for 2026 health plans in San Bernardino and Riverside counties, affecting 186,850 enrollees.
