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In separate narcotics-related cases, the Orange County Court has rendered sentences in the cases of two men. Shariff Gual, 38, of Deerpark, was given a 10-year state prison term and five years of post-release supervision in connection with his guilty plea to criminal possession of a controlled substance, according to District Attorney David Hoovler.

In a move that has generated considerable debate, local health inspectors and law enforcement authorities took significant action against street food vendors in Orange County, issuing a range of citations. This enforcement action transpired in the lively vicinity adjacent to Broadway and Central, an area renowned for its sale of food without the requisite licenses. It has ignited a discussion among community members regarding the delicate equilibrium between law enforcement, entrepreneurial endeavors, and the preservation of local culture.

• A mass shooting occurred at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV), resulting in the deaths of three faculty members and injury to one. The suspected gunman, Anthony Polito, also died at the scene after a firefight with police.

Irvine Police Department took to social media to put a spotlight on a duo that swiped a hefty $1,700 worth of Legos and alcohol from a local Target, not being content they hit an Albertsons too, making off with an additional $2,000 in alcoholic beverages, the department posted on its #FELONYFRIDAY alert.

There is a showdown brewing in Laguna Beach between boardriders, the city council, homeowners, and environmental groups over the right to manually breach the sand berm at Aliso Creek to create a standing river wave. For decades, surfers, skimboarders, and bodyboarders have flocked to Aliso to ride its world-renowned shorebreak...

The Laguna Niguel Holiday Parade is TOMORROW, December 9th, at 10 am!. The parade is on Crown Valley Pkwy, between Nueva Vista and Community Park. Free shuttle service will be provided from the Federal Building.

Last Friday, an Irvine resident arrived home from vacation and found an unknown woman hiding in her closet holding her kitchen utensils. When the unwelcome visitor fled the apartment, she ditched her house slippers, and the victim ran after her. The resident discovered her TV, credit cards, purses, sunglasses, and...

Dive into the latest update on the Orange County real estate market! Despite fears of a crash, the situation is more nuanced. With a significant drop in active listings and fewer buyers due to high interest rates, the market is facing a supply and demand issue. Tune in for detailed insights!

Wildlife experts are left with more questions than answers after dozens of sick and dead birds were found in Dana Point this week. "The number all in one day, it does seem a little high for one 24-36 hour period," said the Coastal Animal Service's Jennifer Stinett. She's among the many looking into the bizarre incident, after an unusually high amount of seagulls and other birds were found dead or suffering from some unknown ailment on Doheny State Beach near San Juan Creek over the last few days. Officers with the Dana Point-San Clemente Animal Shelter, with the Orange County Animal Services Authority,...

This week in Irvine, California, several incidents occurred that require attention from the community and law enforcement. These incidents include a home invasion by three unidentified suspects, an arrest for drug possession after a traffic stop, a search for an auto burglary suspect, the arrest of a thief at Best Buy, the sentencing of two individuals for conspiracy to distribute fentanyl, and the use of AirTags to catch a serial plant thief. It is important for residents to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

On a regular Tuesday evening, the streets of Huntington Beach experienced efficient policing, as officers patrolling the area made three distinct arrests. According to The Huntington Beach Police Department, one person was apprehended during a bicycle stop, as they had an outstanding warrant and were found in possession of narcotics.

An Orange County man has been handed an 18-month sentence for conspiring to ship sophisticated computer servers to Iran, flouting U.S. sanctions. Johnny Paul Tourino, 69, from Dana Point, faced the music in a Los Angeles courtroom for his outlawed dealings, confirmed the U.S. Attorney's Office. Judge Josephine L. Staton...

Consider starting your weekend this Saturday with a free, bilingual Spanish storytime at Garden Grove Main Library. Later, attend a holiday cookie decorating event, just one of many free events offered through OC Public Libraries. Saturday evening, take the family to see Santa Claus and enjoy the festivities at the...

Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of laguna niguel..

• Samuel Bond Haskell, a Tarzana man, is accused of murdering his wife, Mei Li Haskell, and her parents, Gaoshan Li and Yanxiang Wang, and then disposing of their dismembered bodies in a trash bin in Encino.

Firefighters on Saturday were battling a fast-moving vegetation fire in Riverside County that burned at least 65 acres as strong Santa Ana winds whipped across the region.

MISSION VIEJO, CALIFORNIA — It's a long season, especially after a 7-hour bus ride that eventually ends with a season-ending loss.  But loss is relative.  De La Salle's football team endured a 27-14 defeat in the finals of the CIF Division 1-AA Bowl Championships to Mission Viejo late ...

When I went to Cha Cha's Latin Kitchen in Irvine, California, I loved the lively atmosphere and delicious Latin food. The restaurant has a wide variety of dishes on their menu, such as:

Allowable rent hikes depend on where you live, and in what type of building. Here’s your guide to figuring it all out.

Another round of Santa Ana winds will descend on the Southland this weekend, combining with reduced humidity levels to create conditions susceptible to wildfires.