Wanted in Santa Ana: Police search for hit-and-run van driver
The Santa Ana Police Department is asking for the community's assistance in identifying the driver responsible for a hit-and-run collision that occurred on Wednesday afternoon, November 11, 2026. Highlighted in…
Ditching the hoodie didn’t work: Costa Mesa Police catch Target theft suspect who ran into police officers
A brazen retail theft attempt at a Costa Mesa Target ended in handcuffs last week after a suspect's mid-escape wardrobe change failed to fool responding officers. According to a November…
Santa Ana Police arrest 24-year-old suspect in brazen daytime road rage shooting
A routine afternoon drive in Santa Ana erupted into gunfire yesterday, leading to a rapid investigation and arrest powered by license plate tracking technology. Today, November 12, 2026, the Santa…
Coastal OC DUI Checkpoint set for Nov. 13; drivers risk arrest, impound, and skyrocketing insurance rates
The Huntington Beach Police Department has announced that it will conduct a DUI checkpoint within the city limits on Friday, November 13, between 6:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. According to…
11 arrested after detectives raid alleged illegal gambling house in west OC
Eleven people were arrested Wednesday morning after Westminster Police detectives served a search warrant at a residence in the 6000 block of Apache Road that investigators believe was being used…
Loaded gun, nitrous oxide tank lead to arrest in west OC
Deputies assigned to the Stanton Special Enforcement Team (SET) made an arrest during a proactive enforcement operation after spotting what authorities described as a suspicious occupied vehicle near Orangewood Avenue…
Two men sought after stealing a purse from a shopper at Santa Ana Burlington Coat Factory
The Santa Ana Police Department is asking for the public's help in identifying two men who detectives say worked together to steal cash, a cell phone, and other belongings from…
2026 Elections
Civic Affairs
David Penaloza
Democratic Party
Elections
Jessie Lopez
Liberals
Politics
Santa Ana
Another win for the far left as Jessie Lopez defeats David Penaloza in the 68th A.D.
The race for California's 68th Assembly District appears settled, with Jessie Lopez defeating David Penaloza by a margin of 55,426 votes to 51,300 votes, or 51.93% to 48.07%. The result…
Police end multi-city pursuit with PIT maneuver and an arrest in Westminster
A routine traffic stop attempt by the Huntington Beach Police Department quickly escalated into a multi-city pursuit that ended safely thanks to coordinated law enforcement efforts, aerial support, and the…
2026 Elections
Alejandra Rodriguez
Democratic Party
Education
Elections
Hector Bustos
Katelyn Brazer Aceves
Liberals
Politics
Santa Ana
SAUSD
Sylvia Iglesias
The SAUSD is $187M in the hole, yet Santa Ana voters reelected their School Board Trustees
Santa Ana voters have spoken, and their message was clear: despite years of financial turmoil, declining enrollment, teacher layoffs, and academic performance that continues to lag behind neighboring districts, incumbent…
2026 Elections
Civic Affairs
Dan Shimell
Democratic Party
Elections
Immigrants and Immigration
Liberals
Politics
Santa Ana
Who is Dan Shimell, Santa Ana’s new liberal Mayor?
Santa Ana voters delivered one of Orange County's biggest political surprises this election cycle, choosing first-time candidate and attorney Dan Shimell as the city's next mayor and ending the four-year…
Five Santa Ana schools receive Hyundai STEM Grants as students prepare for an AI-driven future
A new education initiative backed by Hyundai is bringing additional STEM opportunities to Orange County classrooms, including several schools in Santa Ana, where educators continue working to improve student achievement…
Rady Children’s Health Orange County receives $10M gift for vulnerable children
A major philanthropic investment is set to expand specialized care for some of Orange County's most vulnerable children. Rady Children’s Health Orange County, formerly known as CHOC, announced a $10…
Copper thieves target Santa Ana Community Center, forcing temporary closure
The City of Santa Ana's Parks, Recreation and Community Services Agency announced today that the El Salvador Community Center at 1825 W. Civic Center Drive has been temporarily closed after…
As some Santa Ana politicians push to eliminate ALPR cameras, one just helped recover a stolen SUV and trailer
The Santa Ana Police Department announced that officers were alerted to a hit from the city's Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system on Nov. 6 involving a reported stolen vehicle.…