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“The SoCal Sound” KCSN Los Angeles (88.5) will give its Orange County signal a new identity, changing the call letters of from KSBR (88.5) to KOCV-FM Mission Viejo, CA effective Nov. 16. The move recognizes the station’s growing connection with Orange County listeners while reinforcing the public radio outlet’s commitment to serving the broader Southern California market.
Nearly a week after the Nov. 3 general election, updated vote totals show Victor Cabral maintaining his lead and on his way to a decisive win in San Clemente’s mayoral race, while Steve Camp and Steve Knoblock remained ahead in their respective City Council contests. The latest results, provided...
Have questions about applying for Medi-Cal or CalFresh, renewing your benefits or responding to a notice? Community Enrollment Navigators from the Council on Aging – Southern California’s Medi-Cal Enrollment Program can help older adults and other eligible Orange County residents:. Understand eligibility requirements and available benefits. Complete applications...
Metrolink passengers traveling through San Clemente and other parts of Orange County will avoid significant service reductions after the state committed $20 million to help maintain the regional rail system’s operations. The California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) announced the funding on Thursday, Nov. 5, preventing service cuts that were...
As Gov. Gavin Newsom faces backlash for his decision to commute every California death sentence to life in prison without the possibility of parole, Los Angeles and Orange County district attorneys spoke out Thursday in opposition, backing a legal challenge to block the governor's plan. Los Angeles County District Attorney...
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A majority of the candidates backed by local chapters are topping their races, including in L.A., Burbank and Santa Ana.
Matcha is the latest craze; however, students’ opinions vary on if it lives up to the reputation that it has built up for itself. These local spots are sure to change your mind if you are skeptical about the drink or help you discover your new favorite spot if you already enjoy drinking it.
Three weeks after the Norte Fire damaged or destroyed seven homes in Orange County, some residents whose homes remain standing say they are facing serious smoke damage and insurance challenges as they try to return home. Among them is San Juan Capistrano resident Cyndi Dudek, who evacuated her neighborhood as the fast-moving fire approached. “It was very frightening,” Dudek said. Dudek had moved into her home in August. Two months later, on October 16, the fire reached her neighborhood. She said conditions deteriorated rapidly as she evacuated. “From the time I went from my front door just to my car, we were gasping. The smoke was in our face,” she said. Although homes one block away were destroyed, Dudek's home remained standing. Still, she said the property suffered extensive smoke damage. “We lost the habitability,” Dudek said. She said a strong odor remains throughout the home and that ash continues to cover nearly everything inside. Dudek said she is especially concerned because her husband has compromised lungs. An expected lawsuit alleges the destructive Norte Fire in Orange County was caused by a San Diego Gas & Electric equipment failure. The couple filed a claim with the California FAIR Plan, the
Incumbent Orange County Fifth District Supervisor Katrina Foley widened her lead over challenger Diane Dixon following Wednesday’s 5 p.m. election results update, one day after Dixon publicly acknowledged the outcome and ended her campaign. As of Wednesday evening, approximately 21,640 ballots remained to be processed countywide, according to the...
California keeps building over crucial flood protection.
Crean Lutheran’s Ethan Haugsland puts the stop on Lamont Gooden of Rancho Cucamonga during Friday’s CIF Division 2 playoff game. (Photo courtesy Howard Lyon). CIF playoffs began for Orange County teams last week and OC Sports Zone had photos of four of the games. Here’s some new ones:
H Mart may be preparing to open a new supermarket in Laguna Hills, according to a social media post by @926oc on Instagram. The potential development has drawn attention to the Korean-American grocery chain’s possible expansion into the Orange County community. The post identifies a potential connection between the...
The city of Anaheim agreed not to engage in a policy that restricted unhoused people from walking or biking to and from city-funded shelters, a part of a civil rights settlement with Orange County, according to court papers obtained Thursday. Under the former policy, shelter residents who did not own...
Celebrate the holidays at South Coast Plaza with a tree lighting ceremony and six weeks of merriment. The seasonal celebration begins with the Segerstrom family’s 45th annual Tree Lighting on Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. in Town Center Park, in front of the Westin South Coast Plaza. The event features performances by members of Pacific Symphony, Pacific Chorale, South Coast Repertory, American Ballet Theatre William J. Gillespie School at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, Orange County School of the Arts and Arts & Learning Conservatory. Santa Claus and special guests join the celebration ahead of the lighting. Admission is free and open to the public.
Dry weather across the Southland will come to an end as two Pacific storm systems are expected to bring rain to the region beginning late Thursday evening. Light showers could begin late Thursday night, with rain becoming more widespread in Los Angeles and Orange counties before dawn Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
Seal Beach mortgage team powered by Lower, LLC focuses on non-QM home loans for business owners, 1099 contractors and real estate investors across California The Taylor Weiner Team, a Seal Beach mortgage team led by Sr. Mortgage Advisor Taylor Weiner (NMLS 263090) and powered by Lower, LLC (NMLS 1124061), is putting its focus on non-QM […]
