Surfer ‘Lucky to Survive’ After Rare Pelican Attack in Huntington Beach, CA
A surfer was attacked by pelicans at Bolsa Chica State Beach, Huntington Beach, CA. Surfer Justin suffered only minor injuries and received immediate aid from lifeguards. Pelican attacks on humans are extremely rare, typically caused by hunger or feeling threatened. When it comes to surfers, and encounters with marine wildlife,...
Community Update: Security Incident and Water Service Disruptions
Earlier this week, a recent security incident involving the theft of copper piping affected several buildings in Laguna Woods Village, resulting in temporary water service disruptions. Water service has now been fully restored to all impacted buildings (178, 179, 180, 181, 163, 164 and 166, 641, 657), and temporary repairs...
Orange County’s only Armenian school marks 40 years
The Ari Guiragos Minassian Armenian School, the only Armenian school in Orange County, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. Founded in 1986 with six faculty members and 39 students, the school originally served children through second grade before expanding to include grades three through six. Today, the Santa Ana campus enrolls 188 students, a […]
Costco to Open First Standalone U.S. Gas Station in California in June
MISSION VIEJO, Calif. – Costco Wholesale Corp is set to open its first standalone gas station in the United States in Mission Viejo, California, by late June, according to city officials, marking an expansion of the retailer’s fuel operations beyond its traditional warehouse locations. The new facility, located at the site of a former Bed...
Former pro-surfer, humanitarian Jon Rose awarded for making waves in global water crisis
(FOX 5/KUSI) — An estimated one in 10 people worldwide lack access to clean water. Jon Rose, a former professional surfer from Laguna Beach, has dedicated his life to improving that statistic. “When I first started doing this work and founded Waves For Water in 2009, one in three people didn’t have access to clean […]
Fleeing driver arrested after ramming, fighting CHP officer after erratic pursuit through Orange County
A man was tackled to the ground and taken into custody after leading California Highway Patrol officers on an erratic pursuit through Orange County Thursday night. The suspect, who drove an older model Honda Accord, was initially wanted for “driving through a traffic break and failing to yield.” After hitting the 405 Freeway, he stopped […]
A man in construction clothes stole cash, jewelry and handbags from an apartment in...
Recently, a suspect was captured on a victim’s Ring and surveillance cameras burglarizing her apartment at 780 S. Lyon Street, according to the Santa Ana Police Department. The suspect, believed to be a Hispanic male wearing construction clothes, stole thousands of dollars’ worth of jewelry, Louis Vuitton and Gucci handbags, a safe containing over $6,000 in cash, and personal documents.
Rossmoor continues seek solutions to growing traffic woes within service district
After years of working with Orange County Traffic Engineers, the Rossmoor Community Services District has relentlessly pursued solutions to problems associated with growing traffic and lately, electric bikes moving through this iconic community of more than 11,000 residents. At a recent meeting, the District’s Board of Directors gave final approval...
More Homeless Dogs Available For Adoption At Orange County’s Animal Shelter
Thorin has been at OC Animal Care in Tustin for a little over a month after coming in as a stray. Staff notations say he can be shy and fearful when meeting new people, and he responds best when approached with a gentle speaking voice. Descriptions also recommend a home...
Highway project may snarl traffic for SoCal drivers headed to Coachella
A full lane closure could mean trouble for drivers headed to the music festival.
