All non-essential travel to and from Mexico now restricted
The strong partnership and close cooperation between the United States and Mexico has allowed us to maintain a productive border environment. We value the health and safety of our citizens…
The OCTA is reducing bus service beginning this Monday, March 23
ORANGE – All OC Bus routes will temporarily shift to the Sunday service schedule seven days a week, beginning Monday, March 23, a reduction in service necessary to help protect…
What O.C. residents should know about the State Public Health Officer COVID-19 order
To reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19, Governor Gavin Newsom and the State Public Health Officer issued an order telling all California residents to stay home unless they work…
The City of Santa Ana halts evictions and foreclosures during the COVID-19 pandemic
SANTA ANA, CA – The City of Santa Ana has enacted a moratorium on all residential and commercial foreclosures and evictions for non-payment of rent for anyone who is unable…
SAUSD COVID-19 free student meal distribution schedule update
Beginning Monday, March 23, 2020, SAUSD will be moving to a multiday meal service model to continue providing free meals to all children in Santa Ana ages 1-18. We will…
A pick-up truck hit a bicyclist in the French Park neighborhood today
O.C.F.A. Firefighters responded to N. French St. & E. Civic Center Dr., in Santa Ana, in the French Park Neighborhood, this morning for an auto vs pedestrian incident, according to…
Night-time NB I-5 Freeway ramp closure to start on March 20
In support of the I-5 Central Corridor Project, a new traffic pattern shift and lane restriping to the newly widened roadway is scheduled for Northbound I-5 between Grand Avenue to…
Governor Newsom has issued a mandatory stay at home order
CA is issuing a statewide, mandatory stay at home order, according to Governor Gavin Newsom's Twitter page. Those that work in critical sectors should go to work. Grocery stores, pharmacies,…
County of Orange to connect seniors with resources during the COVID-19 outbreak
The County of Orange today announced the availability of resources and support for seniors over 65 who may be self-isolating during the COVID-19 outbreak in Orange County. Orange County’s Office…
The O.C. Supervisors react to the hate-related COVID-19 incident at Bolsa Grande High School
SANTA ANA, Calif. (March 19, 2020) – A discrimination-related incident in correlation with novel coronavirus (COVID-19) was recently reported at a local Orange County high school. “I am appalled by…
CA State education leaders issue new guidance for schools, districts
The California Department of Education introduced new COVID-19 guidance for K-12 schools on Tuesday, covering distance learning and student meals. Similarly, the state’s Health and Human Services Agency shared considerations for child care and supervision.…
Orange County is now up to 42 cases of COVID-19
The Orange County Health Care Agency has released their latest update regarding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Orange County now has 42 documented cases of COVID-19. We were at 22 cases…
An O.C. Superior Court Judge is demanding that attorneys and their clients show up in court tomorrow
Judge Kimberly Menninger, at the Orange County Central Justice Center, has apparently ordered three days-worth of court appearances and all the defendants and lawyers in one crowded place in one…
Guillermo Amezcua wanted for grand theft in Santa Ana
Wanted suspect Guillermo Amezcua committed a grand theft of several thousand dollars from a local credit union with the use of fictitious checks. A warrant is outstanding for his arrest…
O.C. officials now say the Cornavirus has not shut down most businesses after all
The Public Health Order issued by the County Health Officer on March 17, 2020 has been amended in light of new and changing State guidelines and to provide clarity for…