Baker Fire in Silverado Canyon 80% contained according to the OCFA
The Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) has announced a Baker Fire Update at 9 am: 80% contained, estimated acres is 40, expected containment October 10, 1 barn damaged. There are…
$35M helium airship damaged as part of Tustin hangar roof collapses
Part of the roof of a hangar collapsed at a former military base in Tustin, damaging a $35-million dirigible and causing it to leak helium, according to ABC News. The…
Supervisor Spitzer warns of Red Flag Warning in the O.C. through Sunday
Todd Spitzer Urges Vigilance and Preparedness During Red Flag Warning for Orange County This Friday Through Sunday (Portions Courtesy of the National Weather Service and the Fire Safe Council East…
Orange County Fire Authority’s Open House set for 10/12
How often do you get to watch live fire demonstrations, put out pretend fires and try on firefighter gear? Orange County families will be able to do all that and…
Apologetic Bandit commits armed robbery at Arco Gas Station in Mission Viejo
NEWS, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Lt. Jeff Hallock, (714) 904-7042 Gail Krause, (714) 647-1840 “Apologetic Bandit” Commits Armed Robbery at Arco Gas Station MISSION VIEJO, CA - (October 4, 2013)…
John Wayne Airport announces its 24th Annual Student Art Contest
ORANGE COUNTY STUDENTS INVITED TO ENTER AVIATION ART CONTEST John Wayne Airport Announces its 24th Annual Student Art Contest SANTA ANA, Calif. - John Wayne Airport's 24th annual Student Art…
Public safety agencies showcase comm equipment and mobile command posts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Lt. Jeff Hallock (714) 647-7042/Gail Krause, (714) 647-1840 Public Safety Agencies Showcase Communications Equipment and Mobile Command Posts WHAT: The California Statewide Interoperability Executive Committee will…
Los Alamitos man sentenced for attacking a man after a road rage pursuit
[caption id="attachment_39887" align="aligncenter" width="259"] Robert Allen Barnhart[/caption] Orange County District Attorney Press Release For Immediate Release, Case # 11WF2614: September 30, 2013 MAN SENTENCED FOR ASSAULTING VICTIM FOLLOWING ROAD RAGE…
O.C. youth commit to a drug-free life during Red Ribbon Week
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Lt. Jeff Hallock, (714) 647-7042/Gail Krause, (714) 647-1840 Orange County Youth Commit to a Drug-Free Life During Red Ribbon Week SANTA ANA, California (September 30, 2013)…
I-405 improvement project update
I-405 Improvement Project Update By Orange County Supervisor Pat Bates Project development and environmental documentation are underway for improvements to the Interstate 405, between State Route 55 and Interstate 605.…
Santa Ana gangs raided as authorities go after the Mexican Mafia again
UPDATE: We have received the official press release regarding this multi-agency gang sweep. It is posted at the end of this article. Pre-dawn raids at about 75 locations throughout the…
The OCTA gives teens a chance to weigh in on transportation policy on 10/1
Opportunity for Teens to Weigh In on Transportation Policy By Orange County Supervisor Pat Bates The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is hosting a discussion about transportation and student travel…
O.C. prison escapee captured in Oceanside
[caption id="attachment_39644" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Max Edward Fernandez[/caption] Orange County Sheriff's Department FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Lt. Jeff Hallock, (714) 904-7042/Gail Krause, (714) 623-8940 Escapee from Musick Facility In Custody IRVINE,…
Inmate escapes from the James A. Musick Jail in Irvine
[caption id="attachment_39644" align="aligncenter" width="300"] Max Edward Fernandez[/caption] Orange County Sheriff's Department Jail Escapee Notice DETAILS: IRVINE, California - (September 21, 2013) - On Friday, September 20, at approximately 4:00 p.m.…
O.C. Sheriff’s attempt to identify Stanton suspect who murdered an Anaheim man
Orange County Sheriff's Department NEWS, FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contacts: Lt. Jeff Hallock, (714) 904-7042/Gail Krause, (714) 647-1840 Attempt to Identify Homicide Suspect STANTON, CA - (September 17, 2013) – On…