Crime
Hate Crime Reported at UC Irvine: Teens Allegedly Chased, Spat on, and Shouted Slurs at Black Student
University's Black Student Union calls for immediate action from administration to protect students
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.
Health
Exercise Boosts Brain Resilience After Childhood Trauma
New research shows physical activity can reshape neural connectivity and optimize the brain's stress response.
Rare Rattlesnake Bite Death Reported in Orange County
Incident highlights increased snake activity on SoCal trails earlier in season
Costa Mesa Eagle Scout Dies After Rattlesnake Bite
Family seeks independent autopsy after 25-year-old's tragic death on Irvine trail
Sports
UC Irvine Anteaters Host UNLV Rebels in NIT Matchup
Anteaters open as 2-point favorites in first-round NIT game
Concordia Irvine Softball Sweeps Series Against Hawai'i Pacific
Golden Eagles dominate with strong offense and pitching in two-game set
Hawaii vs. UC Irvine Men's Basketball: Big West Tournament Details
TV channel, streaming info, and more for the Big West championship game on March 14
Lifestyle
Facilities Managers Outline Evolving Challenges and Priorities for 2026
Staffing, compliance, and integrating new facilities top the list of concerns for editorial advisory board members.
Attention Span Shrinks as Americans Read Less, Study Finds
Expert Gloria Mark shares 5 tips to improve focus and regain deep concentration
Habit Burger Unveils Revamped BBQ Bacon Char
New and improved burger features sweet BBQ, smoky bacon, and signature freshness.
Science
Wildflower Survives Historic Megadrought Through Rapid Evolution
Scientists document first observed case of evolutionary rescue in the wild
FAMU-FSU Engineering Advances Flood Modeling Integration
Researchers propose integrating different flood modeling methods to improve predictions and support critical decisions.
Teen Scientist's Garage Lab Raided by Feds
17-year-old college student says it was all a misunderstanding over common lab chemicals.
