Lifestyle
Irvine Cracks Down on Reckless Young E-Bike Riders
City officials consider fining parents for their kids' dangerous e-bike behavior
Irvine, a Planned City, Offers Model for Solving Housing Shortage
As the U.S. grapples with a housing crisis, the success of the privately-planned city of Irvine, California has gained new appeal.
Children's Book 'Maya Goes on a Road Trip' Celebrates Family Adventure
New book follows an Indian-American girl's first road trip, teaching kids about curiosity, resilience, and the joy of family time.
Crime
Fake $100 Bills with White Powder Found at Irvine Grocery Store
Albertsons employees fell ill after handling the counterfeit cash.
Irvine Man Arrested After Holding Family Hostage in Machete Standoff
The 4-hour standoff ended with the safe evacuation of the man's three children and their mother.
Irvine Man Allegedly Held Family Hostage with Machete
Authorities safely evacuated the victims after a standoff lasting several hours
Sports
Irvine Fans Cheer Local Skaters at Olympic Watch Party
Great Park Ice & FivePoint Arena hosts celebration for figure skaters competing in Milan Cortina
Beckman girls soccer tops Brea Olinda in Division 2 playoff opener
Beckman makes statement as top seed in first Division 2 playoff appearance in 16 years.
USC's Wesley Smith Named MPSF Defensive Player of the Week
Redshirt sophomore middle blocker earns second career weekly honor
Entertainment
UC Irvine's Mariachi Band Serenades Campus for Valentine's Day
The 15-person mariachi group went viral for their heartfelt performances across campus.
Landman's Michelle Randolph Revealed as Cassie Randolph's Sister
The rising star actress is part of a famous California family with ties to 'The Bachelor'
Milli Vanilli's Fab Morvan Earns Grammy Nomination After Decades of Scapegoating
The singer says his "wings were clipped" but the nomination has given his career new life in America.
Health
Healthcare Logistics Startup Phox Health Takes Top Honors at BGSA Supply Chain Shark Tank
Phox Health wins both Judges' Choice and Audience Choice awards, validating patient-centric approach to last-mile healthcare delivery.
Hideout Fitness Publishes January 2026 Guide Series on Fitness Success, Prenatal Training, GLP-1 Exercise, and More
Private Orange County gym releases four articles about common fitness barriers: motivation, delivery preparation, weight loss medication, and movement patterns
PharmaResearch Receives FDA Clearance for Phase 1 Trial of Nano Anticancer Drug
The new drug candidate, PRD-101, utilizes the company's proprietary DNA optimizing technology.
