Anaheim’s city manager resigns amid renewed scrutiny into special interests
Jim Vanderpool has come under fire recently for his close ties to resort interests.
70s-Inspired Vietnamese Cafe in Orange County Recommended to Close After Health Violations
[Editor’s note: The report mentioned here is from an inspection conducted on February 3 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishment.]. The Orange County health department conducted a health inspection at The Vintage 1979 on February 3. The health permit of the restaurant was...
Thieves are distracting people as a new tactic in O.C.
There’s a new warning about thieves who are distracting people to steal their money. KNX News’ Karen Adams reported there have been multiple victims in Orange, Los Angeles, and San Bernardino counties.
Norwalk Fence Bust Nets $200K Cache As Cops Hit L.A. Stash House
Detectives with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department say a two-location takedown in Norwalk and Los Angeles on January 20, 2025, cracked open what they describe as a fencing operation that bought and resold stolen retail goods. Investigators reported recovering about $200,000 in stolen merchandise, roughly...
Irvine man arrested for repeatedly abusing a child left in his care
The Irvine Police Department (IPD) arrested Ruediger Luzian Aldred Smith, also known as “Rudy Smith”, 63, of Irvine, for s*xually abusing a child. On January 30, 2026, IPD was called to investigate alleged s*xual abuse that occurred at an apartment on Cardiff. The female child victim reported being...
Ex-Orange County Supervisor Andrew Do is officially disbarred
The official disbarment means Do is prohibited from practicing law in California.
UCLA Lands First 2027 Defensive Commit in LB Mike Davis Jr.
UCLA is on the board with its first 2027 defensive commit under Bob Chesney. Just days after being offered at the Bruins' Elite Junior Day, Santa Ana (Calif.) Mater Dei 2027 linebacker Mike Davis Jr. announced his commitment to the Bruins. "Coach Chesney is an amazing coach and even better...
Rossmoor Board poised to take action on e-bikes
The Rossmoor Community Services District Board of Directors is poised to finally limit action and access to electric bikes within the confines of the district, yet only after careful consideration of the language and input from some within the cycling community who want any limitations to be controlled. The new...
Pets of Orange County: Meet Kody and Sleepy
Owners: Matthew, Brian, Sean, Nicole, and Amanda Coppersmith of Seal Beach. Rescue: Helen Sanders Cat Protection and Welfare Society (Catpaws) We chose to adopt because after fighting so hard to save Sleepy and Kody’s lives (as foster caregivers), we knew they were meant to stay with us forever. Both came to us...
Orange County landfill cited for foul odors affecting Irvine residents
An Orange County landfill has been cited for foul odors after Irvine neighbors complained about the stinky smell.
