The SAPD is looking for a suspect who tried to sexually assault a teenager
In August of 2019, wanted suspect Alejandro Mendoza approached a 15-year-old female and attempted to sexually assault her. When the victim attempted to leave, Mendoza grabbed her and forced her…
Court agrees with the OCDA that DUI defendants are not eligible for diversion
SANTA ANA, Calif. – In a published opinion issued Tuesday, the District Court of Appeal agreed with Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer that driving under the influence (DUI) defendants…
The OCTA focused on safety and sustainability in 2021
ORANGE – In 2021, the Orange County Transportation Authority continued to adapt and push ahead despite the ongoing challenges of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, keeping its promises to maintain safety…
Learn how to help trauma victims in Orange County
Trauma Intervention Program of Orange County is looking for caring people who want to be part of a team of volunteers who provide emotional first aid and practical support to…
Investigations seeking person of interest in a 1980 O.C. cold case
SANTA ANA, Ca. (December 29, 2021): Investigators are looking to identify a person of interest in the 1980 homicide of 15-year-old Kerry Patterson. Kerry was last seen on June 26,…
The lawyer who has represented violent Mater Dei football players has been suspended by the State Bar
Remember that Mater Dei High School football player who was accused of a hazing incident that involved a violent beating of a teammate? It turns out the offending player's attorney…
The Santa Ana Winter Village is closed again today due to weather
The Santa Ana Winter Village is closed today, Dec. 29, due to forecast heavy rain. Go to http://SAWinterVillage.com for updates. The Winter Village is slated to close by Jan. 2.…
Two men arrested for alleged armed robbery in Fountain Valley
Two men, Salagi Iakopo, 21, and Tehuiarii Matautia, 20, of Carson, were arrested by Fountain Valley police officers on suspicion of robbing a victim at gunpoint and stealing several high-end…
Free COVID-19 test kits and testing locations now available for O.C. residents
Free at-home COVID-19 test kits are now available for individuals that live in Orange County. Both saliva-based and nasal swab options available to accommodate individual preferences. Please visit https://ochealthinfo.com/covidtest to…
A woman was rescued from a commercial fire in Santa Ana this morning
https://twitter.com/i/status/1475883248244850693 OCFA Firefighters responded to a fire at 17th St & Cabrillo Park Dr. for a commercial structure fire this morning. The fire crews rescued a woman from the second…
A Learjet that took off from John Wayne Airport crashed in El Cajon killing four
https://youtu.be/r1BgdmJzeCo A business jet that took off from John Wayne Airport on Monday, Dec. 27, crashed in El Cajon, killing four people. The pilot was heard screaming in air-traffic control audio “Oh…
The Santa Ana City Manager’s latest homelessness update noted that there were 81 arrests/citations in Nov.
https://youtu.be/JEUb4zjfh0M The Santa Ana City Manager, Kristine Ridge, gave an update on the homelessness issue at the last City Council meeting, as seen in the embedded video above. Ridge said…
The last Santa Ana Poems of the Week for the year 2021
The Santa Ana Literary Association presented a new poem by a local poet every week this year. The following poems were submitted after our 52 slots for weekly featured poets…
The OCTA will once again offer free bus rides to New Years Eve partiers
ORANGE – The Orange County Transportation Authority is providing safe rides for those ringing in 2022 with free fares on OC Bus from 6 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 31 to…