Orange Journey — Local News

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.

Residents Consider Value, Variety, and Atmosphere When Choosing Between the Vibrant Scenes of Downtown Santa Ana and the Sprawling Options of Long Beach for an Evening Out.

A Review of the Anaheim Union High School District's 2024 Teacher Reduction Process Highlights Community Concerns and District Financial Decisions.

Average Prices in Orange County and Los Angeles County Have Continued an Extended Climb, Reaching Their Highest Points in Months, with Experts Citing Middle East Conflict as a Primary Factor.

Following a Constituent Lawsuit, Three Candidates Vying for Seats on the Orange Unified School District Board Were Ordered to Amend or Remove False or Misleading Claims From Their Official Ballot Materials.

Gubernatorial Hopeful Steve Hilton Has Outlined a Proposal Aimed at Addressing Widespread Frustration with the Department of Motor Vehicles by Eliminating the Agency and Significantly Altering Vehicle Registration Processes and Costs.

The California Labor Commissioner’s Office Announced the Wage Will Climb by 2027, Raising Questions for Orange County Taxpayers and Employers About Inflation and Entry-Level Employment.

Ihsan Youssif Iskandar Was Convicted of Five Felony Counts Involving Two Young Girls He Met Through His Girlfriend in Westminster.

While Plant Owners Assure Near-Term Safety, Experts Warn of Long-Term Geological and Environmental Risks for Millions of Pounds of Radioactive Material with No Permanent Federal Solution.

Intense Waves Have Caused Widespread Destruction From Malibu to San Diego, Impacting Homes and Infrastructure, with Experts Warning of a Significantly Stronger Winter Ahead.

The Huntington Beach Union High School District Board of Trustees Will Review a Proposed Policy Outlining When Students Can Use Mobile Devices on Campus.

A Three-Month Investigation by Orange County Sheriff's Department Units Led to Significant Arrests and the Recovery of Approximately $4.3 Million in Suspected Stolen Catalytic Converters.

County Officials Are Divided on the Necessity of a County-Wide Emergency Declaration, Despite Activated Operations and Local City Declarations Following Recent Storm Impacts.

New Legislation and a Broader Definition of 'Flavored' Products Are Reshaping the Nicotine and Tobacco Market Across the State, Impacting Local Sales and Online Access.

The California Avocado Commission Is Advocating for Seasonal Import Policies to Protect Domestic Farms, Citing an Unlevel Playing Field and Concerns Over Foreign Supply Chain Integrity.

A Decades-Old State Law, Originally Intended to Standardize Construction Quality, Is Now Identified by Housing Advocates and Developers as a Primary Barrier to Building Crucial Entry-Level Homes for Sale Across California.