Better Buzz Coffee now open in Santa Ana near Santa Ana College
Better Buzz Coffee is now open in Santa Ana at 1601 N Bristol St., officially launching on January 28, 2026. This new location features a full cafe and a drive-thru, serving the Floral Park and Washington Square communities daily from 5:00 AM to 8:00 PM. They celebrated their grand opening...
A new era begins for the Riverside County Fair & Date Fest
The Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival returns this week with a refreshed look, immersive new spaces, and a full lineup of entertainment. The annual event presented by Fantasy Springs Resort Casino runs from Feb. 12 to March 1 at the Riverside County Fairgrounds in Indio. Celebrating the fest’s...
Riverside County child tests positive for measles
The child was not vaccinated and has no recent history of out-of-state or international travel.
A suspect DUI driver was arrested after a police pursuit in coastal Orange County
DUI (misdemeanor or felony depending on prior history and injuries) Evading a police officer (misdemeanor or felony) Reckless driving (possible additional charge) Jail time (from a few days up to several years if charged as felony evading) Fines (can reach several thousand dollars) Probation. Mandatory DUI classes....
Fullerton Fire launches city-operated ambulance program
The Fullerton Fire Department launched its own city-operated ambulance service on Feb. 2, hiring 32 ambulance operators. The program is already in motion with the appropriation of refurbished ambulances while the department awaits the delivery of seven new ambulances. “Residents will experience no service disruption...
Homeless population in Orange County sees increase over 6 years
Orange County’s homeless population has grown by 15.8% from the 2019 to 2024 OC PIT Count. The Point‑in‑Time Count, a federal survey conducted every two years, captures a snapshot of homelessness on specific nights each survey year. The 2019, 2022, and 2024 counts show shifting trends that reflect economic pressures,...
Hawaiian Barbeque Eatery in Orange County Recommended to Close After Health Inspection
[Editor’s note: The reports mentioned here are from inspections conducted on February 6 and may not represent the future health inspection status of the food establishments.]. During an inspection on February 6, Maui Rose was found in violation of several health codes by the Orange County health department. The...
Monday Morning Coffee: The push for another LA County sales tax
Good morning, Long Beach. It’s Monday, Feb. 9. Here’s what you need to know to start your day. Sign up to get this in your inbox at LBPost.com/newsletters. Facing federal cuts that could devastate health care for thousands of Angelenos, an idea has begun kicking around Los Angeles County to raise the countywide sales...
Orange: Four Hospitalized In High-Speed DUI Crash
02.08.2026 | 11:23 PM | ORANGE – Four people were sent to hospitals in a chain-reaction crash involving a drunk driver, late Sunday night. The first collision was reported on the southbound SR-57 Freeway north of Orangewood Avenue around 11:23 PM when a black vehicle traveling at high-speeds collided with the center...
Newly released Epstein files reveal connections to Chapman faculty
A newly released batch of records relating to Jeffrey Epstein places John “Jack” Horner, a lecturer and presidential fellow at Chapman University, among those who corresponded with Epstein and suggests the two met on multiple occasions. Horner currently instructs two honors courses at Chapman and founded Chapman’s...

















