SOCCCD Expands Workforce Opportunities at ATEP in Orange County
New facilities and industry partnerships aim to prepare students for in-demand careers
LA Drivers Face Staggering $8.21 Gas Prices at Chevron Station
BJ's Restaurants Director Buys $42,120 in Stock
Lifestyle
Award-Winning LA Times Columnist to Speak at Seniors for Peace Meeting
Gustavo Arellano will present his perspective on immigration issues at the group's monthly gathering.

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.
Economics
California Gas Prices Surge Overnight, Hitting New Highs
Bay Area cities see prices above $5 per gallon as pain at the pump continues to batter drivers

Businesses Oppose Federal Plan to Expand Offshore Drilling Along California Coast
Orange County leaders warn new drilling threatens local economy and environment
Southern California Homebuying Remains Below Great Recession Levels
2025 was the third-straight year of sluggish home sales in the region, even as prices remain near record highs.
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.
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
Longtime Little League Coach Remembered for Dedication
Richard Romine coached Fountain Valley Little League for nearly 50 years until his death at age 81.

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