Man accused of sending fake ransom note in Nancy Guthrie case appears in court
SANTA ANA, Calif. (KPHO/Gray News) — The man accused of sending a fake ransom to the family of Nancy Guthrie made his first court appearance Friday. Derrick Callella, 42, of Hawthorne, appeared at the U.S. District Court in Santa Ana in front of Judge Karen E. Scott for his initial appearance on two federal charges.
Residential Structure Fire, Buena Park, CA
Orange County Fire Authority responded to a residential structure fire. When units arrived on scene they found the garage of a residence on fire. The fire did extend into the home, causing major damage and three cars were damaged in the fire. It is unknown how many people will be...
OC Police Chase Turns Deadly In Placentia Crash
A late-night police pursuit that started in Anaheim and spilled into neighboring Placentia ended in tragedy when a speeding Jeep slammed into another car, killing a 59-year-old driver and injuring an 83-year-old woman, authorities said. The man behind the wheel, a 21-year-old whom federal officials say is...
Fullerton police arrest Anaheim man in multiple indecent exposure cases
The Fullerton Police Department announced Saturday that detectives arrested a 73-year-old Anaheim man in connection with two indecent exposure incidents reported at the same shopping center parking lot in 2025 and early 2026. Police said both incidents occurred in the 1800 block of West Malvern Avenue, where...
Second measles case connected to Disneyland visitor reported by Orange County officials
Orange County officials confirm second measles case in Disneyland visitor
22-Year-Old Man Pleads Guilty to Fatal Shooting in Santa Ana
A 22-year-old man pleaded guilty Friday and was immediately sentenced to 15 years in prison for a fatal shooting of a 21-year-old man in Santa Ana. Alex Hernandez, who has been in custody since July 15, 2022, pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter with a sentencing enhancement for the personal use of a gun. As part...
Cypress Council refuses to consider “excessive force” resolution sought to reinforce constitutional protections
The Cypress City Council, in perhaps its final Monday meeting, refused to allow a vote on a resolution reaffirming the constitutional protections of the First and Fourth Amendments and condemning any use of “excessive force” in the city. The Council, beginning at its next regular meeting, will meet...
This RARE Disney Character Has a Brand-New Meet and Greet
This is a big year for Disney California Adventure! The second park in Anaheim is celebrating its 25th anniversary, which means lots of fun is on the horizon. Any time a Disney park has something to celebrate, they don’t hold back! From a new popcorn bucket to limited-time treats, there are several new things to try....
Free Lunar New Year festivals are welcoming the Year of the Horse
The San Marino Lunar New Year Festival and the Tết Lunar New Year Festival will add a note of auspicious joy, and community revelry, to the first Saturday of February. The Year of the Horse is just ahead, and both pay-nothing parties will offer opportunities to bask in traditional songs, observe lively Lion Dances,...
La La Land Kind Cafe Coming to Irvine
La La Land Kind Cafe, a coffee, tea, and specialty treats-focused cafe, is set to open in Irvine at 670 Spectrum Center Dr, Suite 756. The new location will be part of the Irvine Spectrum Center, joining Manaao Thai Comfort Food in Suite 771 as one of two upcoming tenants, according to the shopping center’s website....
