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OC Fair Prices Increase As Officials Try Saving Money on Equestrian Center
Parking fees at the Orange County fair are increasing as officials try to save some money on the Equestrian Center — after upping rent there. The OC Fair kick off on July 19 comes after officials approved a new $25 million administrative office on the fairgrounds. And it’s after...
SoCal task force recovers $8 million in stolen cargo, 20 stolen cars; meth lab dismantled
A multi-agency law enforcement task force targeting train cargo and vehicle theft across Southern California has recovered $8 million worth of stolen cargo and 20 stolen cars, as well as seized hundreds of pounds of methamphetamine and 20 guns, authorities announced Friday. The months-long investigation culminated on June 20, when...
Suspect wanted in Orange County arrested in Calexico
CALEXICO, Calif. (KYMA,KECY) - A 31-year-old man from Orange County was arrested Wednesday night at the Calexico Port of Entry. The Calexico Police Department says the suspect was a warrant for attempted murder issued by the Anaheim police department. We reached out to Anaheim Police Department for comment about the...
Santana: Getting $9.5 Billion in County Taxes To Work on Behalf of OC Residents
Orange County’s Chief Financial Officer Michelle Aguirre is in a unique position to offer local residents a real CEO, one that focuses the $9.5 billion county government bureaucracy on improving quality of life rather than serving inside special interests and politicians. This week, the seven-months long selection process for...
Is Orange County About To Enforce Anti-Camping Laws Again?
A new U.S. Supreme Court ruling is once again letting a host of municipalities – including Orange County – begin enforcing their anti-camping laws. Now, it’s opening questions on what the future of government-funded shelters and homeless response efforts looks like. Orange County Supervisor Don Wagner, who...
Nonprofit of the Month: Bichon FurKids Rescue
California’s own Bichon FurKids Rescue is dedicated to assisting adorable, loyal pups in finding forever homes — and a second chance at life. Marti Colwell, founder, discusses what inspired her to start the nonprofit, ways readers can contribute and the upcoming Bichon Bash. What prompted the start of...
ICE agent impersonators targeting Hispanics in Orange County suspected in more cases
Investigators say two men in custody accused of pretending to be ICE agents to rob people are suspects in at least three other cases in Garden Grove.Laurentiu Baceanu, 20, and Alexandru Vasile, 19, were charged with multiple hate crimes for posting as immigration agents and preying on individuals they believed to be undocumented immigrants, stealing cash and personal items by threatening them with deportation.They have been charged with multiple felony counts of robbery and hate crime enhancements in Orange County, the Garden Grove Police Department said.Investigators say the two suspects are Romanian nationals, believed to be in the U.S. illegally...
Carrying on Musical Legacies, Chapman Mariachi Panteras
For some students, joining Mariachi Panteras reminds them of home. Editor’s note: This is an occasional series where Voice of OC works with local community photographers to offer residents a first-hand look at the local sites and scenes of Orange County. “Mariachi especially reminds me of my late great-grandmother....
Fountain Valley High and Other Schools Acquire OC Ironmen Coaches
Ironmen basketball has been one of the top club basketball programs in Orange County with over twenty teams and the largest and most sought-after youth Summer basketball camp, and now some of their best coaches have secured prominent coaching jobs in Orange County. Jordan Hamamoto, an Ironmen basketball coach since...
DP Coffee Chat: Foley Addresses Harbor Issues; Harbor Oversight Committee Provides Update
Orange County Fifth District Supervisor Katrina Foley was the featured speaker at the Dana Point Coffee Chat on Friday, June 21, answering questions and opening a line of communication for those who have been contacting her office about the $600 million Dana Point Harbor Revitalization Project that is currently underway. She also invited the Dana Point Harbor Oversight Committee to join as a combination town hall meeting.
It Was the Year of Evan Noonan in Long-Distance Running
The leader of the pack in 2024 was, without question or argument, Dana Hills’ Evan Noonan. As a junior, Noonan literally ran circles around his competition to solidify his status as the best long-distance runner in the state. In the fall, Noonan repeated as CIF State cross country champion...
HGTV’s Jasmine Roth is Moving to Utah! See Inside Her $6.5 Million Home That Just Hit the Market
HGTV star Jasmine Roth is saying goodbye to Southern California to make room for new memories in her growing family’s next chapter. The California-based designer and builder is selling her family’s longtime home in Orange County to relocate to Park City, Utah full-time, Us Weekly can exclusively reveal. "Putting the ‘Roth Homestead’ up for sale […]
‘RHOC’ Star Shannon Beador Wraps Up Court-Ordered Community Service in DUI Case
Real Housewives of Orange County star Shannon Beador has completed her court-ordered community service as part of her DUI case, In Touch can exclusively report. According to court documents obtained by In Touch, the Bravo star, 60, wrapped up her 40 hours last week. She handled the work — through a non-profit organization — over the course of 4 days.
Arroyo Seco Sentinels Remain Atop Baseball Census Collegiate Summer League Standings After 3-3 Tie w/Orange County Juice
The Orange County Juice scored once in the bottom of the ninth inning to force a 3-3 tie with the first-place Arroyo Seco Sentinels at Ben Hines Field in La Verne. Jerald Pryor went four scoreless innings for the Sentinels, and he allowed three hits, no walks and didn’t register a strikeout.
Pet of the Week: Alfie
(KGTV) — Say hello to our Pet of the Week: Alfie!. Say hello to Alfie, the fun-loving bunny with a talent for redecorating!. Alfie made his way to us from Orange County Animal Care, arriving as a stray on 1/22/2024 and landing at our shelter on 2/4/2024. He's a real champ when it comes to playtime, enjoying his toys and giving his living space a makeover.
Salt Lake City Fire hosts inaugural heavy rescue competition for a good cause
SALT LAKE CITY — Departments from across Utah, Los Angeles, and Orange County met on Salt Lake City Fire’s turf to put their heavy rescue skills to the test Thursday. Firefighters trained for heavy rescues were timed and judged for their rescue tactics, to strengthen their skills. “Earlier...
Newly opened Prologis, Maersk depot can charge 96 heavy-duty electric trucks
Prologis, Inc. and Performance Team – A Maersk Company launched Southern California’s largest heavy-duty EV charging depot, located near the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The companies say the depot is powered by the nation’s largest electric truck microgrid, and can charge 96 electric trucks simultaneously.
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