Stepfather Charged with Killing 11-Year-Old Stepdaughter, Attacking Wife
Prosecutors say the girl tried to save her mother's life before being fatally stabbed.
Businesses Oppose Federal Plan to Expand Offshore Drilling Along California Coast
Award-Winning LA Times Columnist to Speak at Seniors for Peace Meeting
Weather
SoCal Faces Mosquito Surge After Heavy Rains
Experts warn of exponential growth in mosquito population heading into summer

Mosquito Surge Follows Southern California Storms
Vector Control sees highest mosquito levels in 5 years as breeding grounds multiply
January Temperatures Varied Across the U.S.
New data shows how January temperatures compared to historical averages in different regions.
Lifestyle
Development Applications Open for Public Review in Orange
Residents have until March 19 to submit feedback on two local projects.

Orange's Rainbow Walk Expands to Summer Street
The annual celebration of unity and inclusion moves to a more prominent location in the city center.
Sewing Machine Care Workshop Offered in Laguna Woods
Residents invited to learn tips and techniques for maintaining their sewing machines.
Travel
TriCities Airport Sees Steady Growth In Passenger Numbers
Nearly 1 million travelers passed through the airport in 2025, up 3% from the previous year.

Silver Dollar City Teases Marvel Cave Mining Company Announcement
Branson theme park hinting at new attraction, but past teases have led to less-than-thrilling reveals.
Four Airlines Add New Flights from Cincinnati Airport
Destinations include California, Oregon, London, and Nashville
Sports
Former Orange Lutheran Football Coach to Lead Cal Poly Women's Flag Team
Rod Sherman, who previously led Orange Lutheran's girls flag football program, has been named the first head coach of Cal Poly's new women's flag football team.

Dallas Stars Extend Franchise-Record Win Streak with Blowout Victory over Flames
Dallas dominates Calgary with another big second period in 6-1 rout
Laguna Hills Senior Wins OC Boys Athlete of the Week
Jackson Burnham led his team to the CIF-SS Division 6 championship game with a standout performance.
Business
Envestnet Asset Management Invests in BJ's Restaurants
Institutional investor takes new position in restaurant chain

OC Waste & Recycling Announces $6M in Grant Funding for Edible Food Recovery
Up to $500,000 per grant available to support sustainable five-year programs in Orange County
Paper Mart Earns USA Today Best Customer Service Recognition for Third Consecutive Year
America's Largest Discount Packaging Supplier Honored Again in 2026 Annual Ranking