Crime
New Yorker arrested for stealing iPhones from Apple stores
Serigne Fallou Niang, 18, faces burglary, grand theft, and receiving stolen property charges in California
Downey Family Seeks $40M After Father Fatally Stabbed Outside Library
Family says officials failed to make Civic Center area safe, leading to tragedy.
Rogue FBI Agent Threatens 'Vengeance' on Agency After Mosque Infiltration
Former informant Craig Monteilh claims the FBI broke promises and owes him $100,000 after his covert activities at an Orange County mosque.
Lifestyle
Habit Burger Unveils Revamped BBQ Bacon Char
New and improved burger features sweet BBQ, smoky bacon, and signature freshness.
TGR Foundation Celebrates 30 Years of Impact with Driving Dreams Together
EY US announced as presenting sponsor for year-long celebration
Navy Ensign, Students Achieve Impressive Feats
Yorba Linda native serves on USS Boxer, local high schoolers win global STEM competition, and Estancia High students revamp beloved holiday display
Entertainment
Taco Bell Unveils Innovative 2026 Menu with Celebrity Collaborations
The fast-food chain partners with Vince Staples, Doja Cat, and more for a star-studded menu reveal event.
Acclaimed Musicians Arsenyan and Hare Release New Digital Single 'Stratum'
The moving work for bass and piano explores themes of fatherhood and Armenian musical traditions.
Blizzard Entertainment Aims to Recapture Gaming Glory
The iconic game studio behind World of Warcraft and Overwatch sets ambitious goals for a comeback.
Science
Teen Scientist's Garage Lab Raided by Feds
17-year-old college student says it was all a misunderstanding over common lab chemicals.
Nearly One-Third of Americans Expect World To End in Their Lifetime
Apocalypse thinking is surprisingly common and may influence how people react to major global risks, a new study has found.
Apocalyptic Beliefs Now Mainstream, Influencing Global Threat Response
New research finds end-of-world thinking is surprisingly common and impacting how people interpret and respond to major threats.
Sports
UC Irvine Anteaters seek 5th straight road win against UTEP
The Anteaters look to extend their road win streak to five games as they face off against the UTEP Miners.
Wichita State Shockers face the Idaho Vandals
The Wichita State Shockers square off against the Idaho Vandals at Bren Events Center in Irvine, California
USMNT to Train at Great Park Sports Complex for 2026 World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino's squad to convene in Irvine, California ahead of home tournament
