Free fun for the kids at this afternoon’s SAPD National Night Out at Jerome Park
The Santa Ana Police Department is hosting its annual National Night Out (NNO) event on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Jerome Park, located at…
Cal/OSHA heat illness crackdown: is your business safe from $162K fines?
As extreme, triple-digit heat continues to sweep across California, the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) and Cal/OSHA have issued an urgent advisory to employers. With temperatures forecasted to soar…
Critically endangered Chinese Alligators make official debut at the Santa Ana Zoo
The Santa Ana Zoo is thrilled to introduce its newest residents: a pair of critically endangered Chinese Alligators. Native to the lower Yangtze River in China, these remarkable reptiles face…
Santa Ana debuts its second off-leash dog park at Mabury Park
Exciting news is heading to the neighborhood as the City of Santa Ana officially expands its recreational spaces for four-legged residents. Dog owners and their furry companions are invited to…
OCTA invites public input on Long-Range Plan and the future of OC transit
The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) is officially inviting residents, business owners, and community leaders to help map out the region's infrastructure future. OCTA has released its draft 2026 Long-Range…
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From cover-ups to foodborne illness: Why the O.C. Board of Supervisors needs to pass restaurant letter grades now
The Orange County Board of Supervisors must finally vote to pass and enforce standard letter grade health ratings for all restaurants and food establishments. Orange County remains a glaring exception…
Good motives, illegal methods: LAPD officer faces 13 years for secretly recording other officers
On July 31, 2026, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office announced 16 felony counts of eavesdropping and recording confidential communications against Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Officer Daniel Flores.…
What to know about the SAPD DUI and CDL Checkpoint set for this Friday night
The Santa Ana Police Department has officially announced a targeted driving under the influence (DUI) and driver’s license checkpoint scheduled for Friday, July 31, 2026. Operational teams will secure an…
Santa Ana Police search for missing autistic woman Maritza Ortega
Santa Ana police are urgently searching for 32-year-old Maritza Ortega, who went missing last night near Jackson Street and Hazard Avenue. Update from the SAPD on 7/31/26 - LOCATED -…
Santa Ana detectives search for bicycle‑riding suspect in hotel garage theft
Santa Ana Police are asking for the community’s assistance after a man was caught on surveillance video burglarizing a vehicle inside the Holiday Inn parking structure at 2726 S. Grand…
West OC traffic stop uncovers loaded gun, stolen police gear inside U-Haul van
Three individuals are in custody after a routine traffic stop by the Garden Grove Police Department uncovered a loaded firearm, stolen official law enforcement gear, and multiple felony warrants inside…
Mayor Valerie Amezcua will host a live police drone demo on August 1
The City of Santa Ana is taking a significant step forward in modern public safety technology by hosting a community transparency event focused on its latest law enforcement tools. Residents…
Santa Ana man charged with killing his own mother outside Fullerton Police station
An Orange County man faces a maximum sentence of 50 years to life in state prison after being charged with the cold-blooded murder of his own mother. Emmanuel Wesley, a…