She Prosecuted the County’s Toughest Cases. Then She Sued Her Own Office… And Won
SAN DIEGO — On most days, Bethel Cope-Vega stands in court representing one of the largest prosecution offices in the State of California, arguing for accountability in cases involving serious violence and harm. For years, she built a reputation inside the Orange County District Attorney’s Office as a formidable...
Southern California storm topples trees onto Fullerton homes and cars
Fullerton's ferocious winds toppled trees onto homes, cars and trucks, jolting neighbors awake early Wednesday morning.
ICE activity reported near Bake Pkwy and Toledo Way
ICE activity reported near Bake Pkwy and Toledo Way. Around 8:35 a.m., the Irvine Police Department received a 911 call about U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity at a business near Bake Parkway and Toledo Way. Three adult females were taken into custody. City staff are in contact with the business...
Docent Brewing Replacing GameCraft Brewery in Laguna Hills
Docent Brewing, an award-winning craft brewery known for its artisan beers and elevated pub fare, is getting ready to open a new location in Laguna Hills at 23301-C Avenida de la Carlota. The company’s fourth location is set to move into the former home of GameCraft Brewery, according to 926OC....
Newport Beach Officers Uncover Concealed Firearm and Illegal Pills During Traffic Stop
NEWPORT BEACH, CA — “Just before 7:00 p.m. on January 13, 2026, our Dispatch Center received a call reporting a vehicle swerving across lanes. Officers quickly located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. What began as a reckless driving investigation quickly escalated. During the stop, officers discovered...
JETSET Pilates Announces Grand Opening of First Orange County Location in Irvine, CA
February 17, 2026 // Franchising.com // IRVINE, Ca. – JETSET Pilates is thrilled to announce the opening of its first studio in the Orange County market, the studio is owned and operated by Marie Morgan. Preview classes will begin on February 19, with a full grand opening celebration planned for March 7, inviting the...
It’s About to Get Tougher For Seniors to Get Rides in Two OC Cities
Senior citizens in two Orange County cities may not get as many free or cheap rides to community centers, grocery stores and doctor visits in the coming months. Elected officials in San Clemente and Fullerton are dialing back their respective city-contracted taxi service programs for residents 60 years and older in...
Tree falls on Disneyland guests during windy night
A Nevada couple visiting Disneyland was treated for minor injuries after a tree fell in the park Tuesday night. “My husband and I were the ones hit,” LeWanda Joseph of Las Vegas wrote on the Disneyland Magic Keyholders Facebook group. “The tree fell directly on top of us. We had just sat down to take […]
O.C. high schoolers are risking their lives with a game involving realistic looking toy...
What starts as a viral high school tradition can quickly turn into a high-stakes emergency. Recently, the Irvine Police Department issued a critical warning regarding the game “Senior Assassin.” While students see a harmless game of tag with water guns, law enforcement sees a “recipe for disaster”.
Santa Ana: Illegal Fireworks Mark Lunar New Year Despite Rain
02.16.2026 | 9:30 PM | SANTA ANA – Illegal fireworks marked Lunar New Year celebrations despite the rain, Monday night. The festivities outside a buddhist temple in the 4900 block of Westminster Avenue began Monday night as revelers celebrated the year of the Fire Horse. As is tradition, participants...
