New CA laws will target illegal O.C. street takeovers and sideshow activities
New legislation (AB 1978, AB 2186, AB 2807, AB 3085) that will go into effect on Jan. 1, will target illegal sideshow activities and street takeovers, which have become a…
The Fountain Valley Police issued 17 citations during their Dec. 13 DUI Checkpoint
On 12/13, the Fountain Valley Police Department, with the assistance of Westminster Police Department motor officers, conducted a DUI/CDL Checkpoint to spread awareness of the dangers of impaired driving. Of…
Frequent Apple product thief from Illinois finally arrested at the Irvine Spectrum
Yesterday, Malcolm Walker, 30, of Illinois, visited the Apple store at the Spectrum and placed approximately $1,200 in merchandise into an Apple bag he was carrying. Loss prevention detained him,…
Serial catalytic converter thieves nabbed by the CHP after fleeing from the Fountain Valley police
Police officers responded to reports of suspicious activity involving a gray BMW SUV near Talbert and Bay, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department. The vehicle fled when located, leading…
Irvine driver killed in fiery solo car crash
Irvine, Calif. (December 27, 2024) – A driver has died after being involved in a single-vehicle traffic collision, according to the Irvine Police Department. Last night, at 10:23 p.m., the…
The Anaheim Police fatally shot a theft suspect who was carrying a replica firearm
On December 27, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m., police officers responded to the 1200 block of E. South Street after they were called to investigate a possible robbery, according to…
The CHP made 117 holiday theft arrests during their Operation Holiday Watch
In the final shopping days before Christmas, the California Highway Patrol conducted a successful statewide enforcement operation targeting organized retail crime, ensuring safer shopping experiences for communities across California. The…
The CHP arrested 308 DUI suspects during their Christmas Maximum Enforcement Period
The CHP was super busy this Christmas, keeping us safe while busting drunk drivers as they undertook a Christmas Maximum Enforcement Period. Over a focused two-day period, from December 24…
1 in every 15 Californians donated on GoFundMe this year
GoFundMe just released its 2024 Year in Help report, celebrating the generosity of individuals and nonprofits worldwide who helped each other throughout the year. With an average of two donations made every…
It is now easier to file an Airport Fire claim online against the County of Orange
Santa Ana, CA (December 18, 2024) – The County of Orange has created an online claim form for those persons who are seeking money or damages from the County for the Airport Fire. This online form is in addition…
OCTA Board of Directors meetings to finally stream online starting on Jan. 13
ORANGE – The Orange County Transportation Authority today launched live video streaming of Board of Directors meetings, highlighting OCTA’s ongoing commitment to ensuring public transparency and enhancing community access to…
Ride an OCTA bus for free this New Year’s Eve
ORANGE – To help revelers ring in 2025 safely and conveniently, the Orange County Transportation Authority will again offer FREE OC Bus rides on New Year’s Eve. The free rides…
A Santa Ana house cat alerted its owner about a fire and everyone got out safely
A four-legged lifesaver sprang into action early this morning in Santa Ana. A Santa Ana resident was awakened by their cat scratching at the door, moments before smelling smoke and…
A Santa Ana man was killed in a crash caused by a speeding driver
Reuben Contreras, a Santa Ana resident, tragically passed away in a traffic collision in Santa Ana on Saturday, December 21, 2024. The deadly collision happened near Harbor Boulevard and Croddy…
Anaheim DUI suspect facing manslaughter charges after killing a woman during a police pursuit
SANTA ANA, Calif. – A second-striker who stole Legos from a Fullerton grocery store has been charged with felony gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated for hitting and killing an innocent…