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The County's New Website Provides Critical Information and Resources for Residents and Businesses to Navigate Potentially Severe El Niño Weather Conditions, as Newport Beach Experiences Significant Coastal Inundation.
Advances in Technology and New Payment Options Are Making Procedures More Accessible, Influencing How Locals Approach Daily Living and Personal Wellness.
The Dental Products Company's Departure From Brea Is Prompted by the Planned Demolition and Redevelopment of Its Current Facility, Marking a Shift in Orange County's Office Market.
With Hard Water, Aging Pipes, and Tree Root Intrusions Common, Local Homeowners Weigh Service Options and Associated Costs for Critical Repairs.
Local Pump Prices Have Risen for 37 Consecutive Days, Climbing Over a Dollar and a Half Since February.
The UC Irvine Law Professor, Who Previously Represented Orange County, Will Join the State Body Responsible for Guiding 116 Colleges, Pending State Senate Confirmation.
Six Three-Dimensional Art Installations at Baggage Claim Carousels Highlight the County's Diverse Natural Spaces, Historic Sites, and Recreational Opportunities.
City Leaders and First Responders Gathered to Honor the Victims of September 11, 2001, and Acknowledge the Profound Impact the National Tragedy Had on Orange County Residents and Services.
Intense Waves Have Caused Widespread Destruction From Malibu to San Diego, Impacting Homes and Infrastructure, with Experts Warning of a Significantly Stronger Winter Ahead.
A Sweeping Wave of New State Legislation Has Taken Effect Across California, with Some Statutes Aiming to Increase Public Transparency and Consumer Safety by July 1, 2026.
Huntington Beach, Orange, Pacifica, Rancho Alamitos, and La Quinta Maintain Perfect Records as Local Gridiron Action Continues, Alongside Growth in Girls' Flag Football.
The Orange County Transportation Authority Is Urging Parents and Guardians to Transition to a New Card-Based System for the Youth Ride Free Program by September 30.
As Ballots Are Mailed for the June 2 Primary Election, Voters Face Choices Across County and State Offices, with Several Incumbents Drawing Scrutiny.
A Recent Formal Apology for a 1906 Tragedy Prompts a Discussion on the Financial Impact of Prior Council Decisions, Including the Rejection of a Major Retail Hub.
As Summer Heat Approaches, the California Independent System Operator and Anaheim Public Utilities Are Preparing for Potential Grid Impacts and Advising Local Customers on Energy Conservation Strategies.
As Ballots Are Mailed Out for the June 2 Primary Election, a Voter Guide Offers Crucial Insights and Specific Recommendations for Various County and State Contests.
Religious Institutions in Westminster, Santa Ana, Garden Grove, and Fountain Valley Are Observed Displaying Candidate Signs and Appearing to Endorse Politicians, Raising Questions About Legal and Ethical Standards.
Former Participants in the OC Pathways Student Ambassador Network Share Their College and Career Experiences with Incoming Orange County Students.
A Report Indicates Questions Are Being Raised About the Workload and Compensation of County Supervisors, Following a Recent Pay Raise and Changes to Public Meeting Schedules.
Anaheim, Santa Ana, and Irvine Face Fiscal Deficits, While County and State-Level Issues Also Draw Attention Across Orange County.
The Ballot Initiative Seeks to Alter a Six-Year-Old Voter-Approved Measure That Currently Requires Resident Approval for Major Projects.
An Orange County Superior Court Judge Mandated the Change for City Council Elections, Consolidating All Seven Seats Onto a Single Ballot.
A Recent Study Indicates That a Significant Majority of Orange County Residents Do Not Feel Their Local Government Effectively Serves Their Interests.
City Officials and Law Enforcement Are Responding to a Recent Surge in Public Disturbance and Property Damage, with Authorities Investigating the Role of Viral Social Media Posts in Attracting Large Crowds.
