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WILDCOAST Launches New Campaign to Promote Safe Whale Watching Practices
WILDCOAST announced Friday the launch of “Protect the Locals,” a new campaign dedicated to raising awareness and promoting safe whale watching practices in California and beyond. The Del Mar-based nonprofit’s campaign comes in the midst of a recent uptick in boats violating the Mammal Protection Act, which states...
Four LSU softball signees playing in All-American Game tonight
Four LSU softball incoming freshmen will participate in the 2024 Premier Girls Fastpitch (PGF) All-American Game at 9 p.m. CT on Saturday, July 27, at Deanna Manning Stadium in Irvine, Calif. The game will be televised on ESPNU. Zoe Calvez, Destiny Harris, Jayden Heavener, and Sa'Mya Jones will participate in...
California education official embezzled over $16 million, hid cash in mini fridge, officials say
A former California public school district official was sentenced to over five years in prison Thursday after officials found he embezzled nearly $16.7 million from the district over the years — hiding stacks of cash in a small refrigerator. Jorge Armando Contreras, 53, who previously worked as the senior...
The Irvine Police are on the hunt for a chubby package thief on a scooter
A woman is suspected of stealing a package from a Woodbridge doorstep on July 10, according to the Irvine Police Department. The police believe she may be responsible for other thefts. Her bag appears to say, “Here are a few of my favorite things.” Unfortunately, the things in her bag belong to other people.
The SAPD arrested two armed suspects and seized a huge cache of drugs
Narcotic Unit Detectives served a search warrant at a residence related to a narcotic investigation, according to the SAPD. The police detectives seized 20 pounds of fentanyl, 2 kilos of methamphetamine, 2 pounds of psilocybin, 1 pound of oxycodone, 5,400 Xanax pills, approximately $61,000.00 in US Currency, 2 firearms, ammunition and a military ballistic vest.
Santa Margarita Pop Warner Cowboys get some football tips from Tesoro Titans
Santa Margarita Cowboys and Tesoro players led by Coach Mike Zangl, during a practice. (Photo courtesy Jon Silber, Tesoro boosters). The Santa Margarita Pop Warner Cowboys youth football program experienced a unique opportunity to practice with the Tesoro Titans High School football teams at Tesoro earlier this month. This collaborative...
The Layover at Great Park: A Playground for All Ages
In Irvine for the weekend? Head over to Great Park Live’s newest hub for food and family fun!. Beverage options, including Great Park Live’s very own blonde lager, specially crafted by Brewery X. The Layover is open on weekends from 10am to 5pm and is conveniently located at...
Federal grand jury charges short seller Andrew Left in $16M stock manipulation scheme
A federal grand jury in California has charged short seller Andrew Left with multiple counts of securities fraud for a $16 million stock market manipulation scheme. The Department of Justice said in a statement on Friday that Left, who was a securities analyst, trader, and guest commentator on television channels including CNBC and Fox Business, is charged with one count of engaging in a securities fraud scheme, 17 counts of securities fraud, and one count of making false statements to federal investigators. As a short seller, Left would make money betting stocks would fall. The Justice Department said that Left conducted business under the name Citron Research, which had a website that published investment recommendations. He published research on companies ranging from Tesla and GameStop to Grand Canyon Education and Peloton. If convicted, Left faces a maximum penalty of 25 years in prison on the securities fraud scheme count, 20 years in prison on each securities fraud count, and five years in prison on the false statements count.
High school football: Dakorien Moore, Chris Henry Jr. headline top 10 wide receivers heading into 2024 season
Next up are the wide receivers. Dakorien Moore of Duncanville (Texas) and Chris Henry Jr. of Mater Dei (Santa Ana, Calif.) headline the wideouts selected. Moore led the Panthers to their second consecutive Class 6A Division 1 state title and Henry made the move to California from Withrow (Cincinnati) after hauling in 71 receptions for 1,127 yards and 10 touchdowns.
SoCalGas cutting off service to 135 homes in Rancho Palos Verdes due to 'worsening land movement'
Dozens of residents in Rancho Palos Verdes were left in shock Saturday after SoCalGas announced it's cutting off service to more than 100 homes."Due to worsening land movement, SoCalGas has determined it is unsafe to continue providing natural gas service to approximately 135 homes in the Portuguese Bend community," read a notice posted on the utility company's website.Service is scheduled to be cut off Monday at 9 a.m."The city is working with SoCalGas to discuss the potential of delaying shutoffs, if safe to do so," read the notice.No gas leaks have been detected, according to the company. The city said...
Rachel Stege Scratches 200 Free at Summer Champs, Sending Savannah Barr Into A-Final
LCM (50 meters) Rising University of Georgia senior Rachel Stege scratched out of the women’s 200-meter freestyle final at Friday’s Speedo Summer Championships, sending rising Miami (Fla.) senior Savannah Barr into the A-final instead. Stege qualified 3rd during the 200 free prelims this morning with a time of...
Plane lands ‘on its roof’ in Riverside County
Crews responded to reports that a plane was on its roof in a field in Riverside County on Saturday, authorities confirmed. Initially reported at 12:57 p.m., Cal Fire Riverside County said the crash occurred at Scott Road and Patita Lane in Winchester. Both occupants were able to exit the plane without injury. As of 2:30 […]
Tara Prentice: UC Irvine’s Trailblazer to Olympian Success
UC Irvine's Tara Prentice becomes the first U.S. Women’s Water Polo Olympian from the university, showcasing talent, work ethic, and resilience on her journey to the Olympics. Prentice is the Big West and UCI all-time leading scorer with 242 career goals. She is a four-time All-American, four-time first-team All-Big...
Have you seen him? At risk man is missing in East Valinda
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Saturday circulated a photo of a 59-year-old man suffering from depression and mental disabilities who went missing in East Valinda in hopes the public can help locate him.
An East L.A. mural honoring veterans is finally complete
East Los Angeles -- An unfinished mural paying homage to local veterans from East Los Angeles was made complete, Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis announced Friday. During a news conference Friday morning, Solis, whose 1st District includes East L.A., unveiled the panels that were missing from Richard Haro's "Among the Valiant" mural located at the community center at Ruben F. Salazar Park. Actor Edward James Olmos, known for his roles in "Miami Vice" and "American Me" joined Solis alongside residents and veterans of East L.A.
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