Wife of OC Mexican Mafia boss sentenced in racketeering case
Brenda Vanessa Campos Martinez, wife of a reputed Mexican Mafia boss, was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for racketeering and drug conspiracy. The defense argued she was a "minimal" participant manipulated by her husband, while prosecutors highlighted her role as a bookkeeper managing extortion ledgers....
Wife of suspected OC Mexican Mafia leader sentenced to prison
The wife of a suspected Orange County Mexican Mafia boss was sentenced Thursday to 57 months in federal prison for her role in a racketeering case. Brenda Vanessa Campos Martinez, the wife of reputed OC Mexican Mafia chief Johnny Martinez, pleaded guilty April 24 to conspiracy to distribute and possess heroin and...
The Must-Try Wood-Fired Pizza Spot for True Neapolitan Flavor in Fullerton, CA
Step into Fuoco Pizzeria Napoletana in Downtown Fullerton, and you immediately feel that this place takes pizza seriously while keeping the mood fun. From the crackle of the wood-burning oven to the aroma of fresh dough and basil, every detail whispers Napoli with an Orange County twist. Locals keep coming...
OC’s Biggest Headlines After Audit Finds More Shady Spending at County of Orange
A newly released audit shows disgraced former OC Supervisor Andrew Do steered public contracts to businesses and people, many of whom were wrapped up in an earlier federal corruption probe centered on a program to feed the elderly. Do, who’s in prison for bribery, awarded contracts to businesses connected to...
These Homeless Pets Are Available For Adoption at OC Animal Care
Indy has been at OC Animal Care for about two weeks after he was returned by a previous adopter. Staff notations say he’s a fun and playful pet who’s still learning boundaries and would benefit from training. Descriptions also say he knows how to “sit” on command and...
Jailed OC Supervisor Andrew Do must return $8.8M from COVID fraud scheme
SANTA ANA, Calif. – The United States Department of Justice has determined the County of Orange is the only victim in the conspiracy orchestrated by former Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do to steal millions in COVID-related funds in exchange for $550,000 in bribes, and the County is entitled to more than $8.8...
Old Hollywood–Inspired Speakeasy to Debut in Laguna Beach This Summer
A Golden Age Hollywood–inspired speakeasy restaurant is set to take center stage in Laguna Beach this summer. Noble Ace, owned and operated by longtime friends Elizabeth Schreiber and Chef Magellan Moore, will debut at 400 S. Coast Hwy. Schreiber told What Now Orange County the two met while working...
Elderly woman seriously hurt after being hit by juvenile on e-bike: Seal Beach police
An elderly woman was hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck by a juvenile on an electric bike in Orange County, police said. The collision happened Thursday afternoon near Main Street and Ocean Avenue at the entrance to Seal Beach’s Old Town area. “The collision involved a juvenile riding a Surron...
Iconic Newport Beach movie theater to be replaced by high-rise condos
Regal Edwards Big Newport, which opened in 1969, is going to be replaced by two 22-story residential condominium towers, reshaping the fabric around Fashion Island.
Teen detained after alleged hate crime on UC Irvine campus
The group of teens were ages 14 to 17, according to UC Irvine police.
