Lifestyle
Thousands Celebrate Lunar New Year at Westminster's Vibrant Tết Parade
The annual event showcases the rich Vietnamese culture of Orange County's Little Saigon community.
Development Application Exhibits Open for Orange Athletics Stadium
Submissions must be received by March 18, 2026 for the major recreation facility project.
CSUF Alum Recognized for Fostering Next Generation of Engineers and Scientists
Gregory Wright, a senior VP at Edwards Lifesciences, honored with CSUF Vision & Visionaries Award
Weather
January Temperatures Varied Across the U.S.
New data shows how January temperatures compared to historical averages in different regions.
Wind Advisory Issued for Orange County This Weekend
Gusts up to 50 mph expected, with potential for power outages and dangerous wind chills.
Migrant Purple Finches Arrive as Winter Storms Batter Orange
Local columnist shares tips for helping birds survive the cold weather
Business
Blackstone Nears $2.5B Acquisition of Home Services Firm Champions
Private equity giant Blackstone reportedly in final stages of acquiring Champions Group, a California-based provider of essential home services.
Super Pets Closing in Orange, New Retail and Pickleball Coming
The longtime pet store is shutting down as new development plans take shape in the area.
Development Application Open for ALDI Supermarket in Orange
Submissions must be received by February 24, 2026 for the proposed retail premises.
Sports
Troy girls basketball falls to Valencia in Division 1 quarterfinals
Kevin Kiernan's first season back at Troy ends with loss to Valencia in close playoff matchup.
Athletics vs. Angels Game Postponed Due to Player Illness
Dana unable to throw bullpen session as he recovers from undisclosed illness
CIF-SS Girls Basketball Playoffs: Saturday's Game Scores
Highlights from the CIF-SS girls basketball playoff games on February 21, 2026.
Crime
Unlicensed Teen Arrested with Ghost Gun in Orange County
Police found an unserialized 'ghost gun' with a loaded magazine during a traffic stop.
Inmate Dies in Orange County Police Custody
24-year-old man arrested on vehicle theft charges passed away at Theo Lacy Facility
Florida Man Charged with Murdering Wife, 83, Citing Her Dementia
William Elwood Simmons allegedly shot Nancy Lee Simmons during an argument at their home, saying he'd 'rather live in prison' than 'deal with her dementia'.
