Orange Journey — Local News

The Unusual Sighting in Crystal Cove Marks the First Confirmed Appearance of the Yellow-Bellied Sea Snake in California Since 2018, with Experts Suggesting a Connection to Warming Ocean Conditions.

Orange County Board Chairman Doug Chaffee Cited Damages to Government Property Exceeding $15 Million, Paving the Way for Federal Financial Aid to Impacted South Orange County Cities.

The $100 Million Program Aims to Compensate Those Affected by the May Chemical Evacuation, Following Earlier Cleanup Efforts and Loan Initiatives.

Shockwave Therapy, Also Known as Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy, May Offer an Alternative for Those Seeking Solutions to Persistent Musculoskeletal Discomfort.

A New Inspector General's Report Has Uncovered Over Half a Million Dollars in Unauthorized and Prohibited Travel Expenses for Consultants Working on the State's High-Speed Rail Project.

New Legislation, Championed by Auto Enthusiast Jay Leno, Expands Exemptions for Certain Vintage Vehicles Not Used for Everyday Transport.

Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County Offers a Free Service-Learning Experience at Harvest Solutions Farm for Students in Grades 3 Through 12, Combining Hands-On Agriculture with Lessons on Local Food Systems.

The New Legislation, Sponsored by Jay Leno and the Specialty Equipment Market Association, Reshapes Regulations for Collector-Use Vehicles in California.

Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara Has Reversed a Decades-Old Policy, Which Could Lead to Discounts for Unmarried California Drivers.

City Projects Face Significant Budget Overruns and Bidding Difficulties Attributed to the Community Workforce Agreement Implemented Under Mayor Connor Traut's Leadership.

Policies Following a 2022 Board Election Have Raised Questions About District Oversight, Resource Allocation, and a Significant Exodus of Experienced Administrators.

The Incident, Which Killed a Local Car Enthusiast and a Visiting Model, Has Drawn Attention to Irvine's Ongoing Efforts to Curb Speeding and Street Racing.

Orange County's Megan Hodges Was Instrumental in the U.s. Women's U23 Volleyball Team's Gold Medal Victory and Recognized for Her Dominant Play at the Net.

A Proposal to Convert a Youth Guidance Center Into an Adult Reentry Facility in Santa Ana Has Ignited Outrage Among Residents and Business Owners, Who Cite a Lack of Transparency and Public Safety Concerns.

Orange County Business Council CEO Jeffrey Ball and Education Leaders Discussed the Critical Role of Student Preparation in Sustaining the Region's Economic Growth.

A Newly Filed Lawsuit Claims Critical Maintenance Deficiencies at the Regional Rail Service Have Endangered Passengers and Led to Multiple Incidents, While a Former Chief Operating Officer Alleges He Was Terminated for Raising Alarms.

An Economic Analysis Projects a Significant Surge in Economic Output and Jobs Across Five Counties, Though the Study's Authors and Local Stakeholders Also Highlight Financial Considerations and Potential Practical Impacts.

Tara Shor, Founder of Shorrbeauty, Emphasizes Personalized Corrective Treatments and Client Education as Foundations for Self-Assurance.

Officials Collected Nearly 1,000 Electric Vehicles in an Unprecedented Effort, but the Program's Cost and Effectiveness Garnered Significant Online Scrutiny.

Unlike Neighboring Counties, Orange County Currently Uses an Opaque System for Food Establishment Inspections, Prompting Calls for Change Amidst Public Health Concerns.

Policies Under Review Include Environmental Regulations, Criminal Justice Reforms, and Tax Proposals, with Potential Impacts on Local Residents and Businesses.

After Homes Were Flooded and Coasts Eroded From Recent Swells, Orange County Officials Prepare for a New, Powerful Kelvin Wave Poised to Raise Sea Levels.

New State Law Grants Judges Greater Power to Deny Mental Health Diversion to Defendants Deemed a Public Safety Risk, Drawing Praise From Law Enforcement and Orange County Prosecutors.

The Public Rebuke by Udw/afscme Local 3930 Signals a Significant Shift in California Labor Politics Regarding Accountability for High-Ranking Officials.

A Newly Released Video Spotlights the Debate on Transgender Participation in Girls' Athletics, as Statewide Polling Reveals Unease Among California Voters.