Rep. Lou Correa begins his third term in the U.S. Congress
On Sunday, January 3, the U.S. House of Representatives convened for the beginning of the 117th Congress. Congressman Lou Correa (CA-46) took his oath of office and officially launched his…
Former O.C. Sheriff Sandra Hutchens has passed away
SANTA ANA, Ca. (January 4, 2021): Please see the statement below from Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes. “It is with a heavy heart that I announce the passing of former…
Boca de Oro free lending library campaign for Santa Ana neighborhoods
The first Boca de Oro Book Fair was on March 7th 2020, One week later the COVID-19 Shut downs happened. This was the last public event they had in Downtown…
Homeless catalytic converter thief arrested again in Fountain Valley
On January 3, 2021 at 0302 hours, Fountain Valley Police Department Officers responded to the area of Talbert and Mt. Washington regarding a small fire. When the police officers arrived,…
The SAPD has reported the first murder of the New Year in Santa Ana
The New Year is barely underway and we already have the first murder of the year to report here in Santa Ana. On Saturday, January 2, 2021, at 6:46 p.m., Santa Ana…
This week’s Cochino List includes several restaurants affected by a sewage overflow
The O.C. Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of Dec.…
Armed Walmart robber arrested in Orange
Last night, just after 8:00 p.m., a male adult was fleeing Walmart on north Tustin Street with stolen merchandise. He removed a gun after two witnesses confronted him and discharged…
Santa Ana Christmas tree pick-up delayed due to COVID-19 related driver shortage
Due to the increase in COVID-19 cases, a driver shortage is delaying the start of the City’s three-week curbside holiday tree collection. Originally scheduled to occur December 28, 2020 through…
Car thieves arrested in Tustin charged with drug offenses as well
In the early morning hours this Thursday, Tustin Police Department officers located a stolen vehicle in the area of Red Hill Ave and El Camino Real. The vehicle had been…
Costa Mesa bar owner charged with violating COVID-19 order
SANTA ANA, Calif. – The owner of a Costa Mesa bar has been charged with illegally operating during the COVID-19 pandemic despite repeated attempts by law enforcement and the city…
Recruitment now open for the O.C. CalOptima Board of Directors
The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) is pleased to announce that recruitment is now open for one seat on the CalOptima Board of Directors. A County-organized health system, CalOptima serves…
Residents and staff at long-term care facilities to receive the COVID-19 Vaccine
(Santa Ana, CA) — Governor Gavin Newsom recently announced that California has opted in to the federal COVID-19 Pharmacy Partnership. At no cost to the state or local government, CVS and…
The SAPD is searching for a woman who stole $10K from her employer
Wanted suspect Michelle Galindo stole over $10,000 from her employer. When she was confronted by her employer about the theft, she left work and never returned. Her current whereabouts are…
CA court rules that human traffickers can face max sentences even if police posed as minors
SANTA ANA, Calif. – Human traffickers who believe they are communicating with a child instead of an undercover officer in an attempt to prostitute that child can face the maximum…
The CA stay at home order has been extended into January
To protect our Santa Ana community, everyone needs to do their part. Don't gather, wash your hands, wear a mask. Protect Santa Ana. The following sectors must stay closed: Indoor…