San Clemente Rail Line Closed After Rainfall, High Surf Hit Orange County Coast
Rain from nearby hurricane Marie is battering the Southern California coast, shutting down a portion of the train line between Orange County and San Diego County.
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OC Animal Care Still Filled With Cats As Orange County Starts Cooling Down
As of Sept. 3, there are 91 dogs and 160 cats at OC Animal Care in Tustin waiting to be adopted.
Rancho Santiago Chancellor Suspended Amid Investigation
It’s unclear why Chancellor Marvin Martinez is being put on leave, but it comes after board members repeatedly discussed firing him earlier this year.
OC’s Biggest Civic News as Arte Moreno Moves to Sell Angels to Rams Owner
Angels owner Arte Moreno is moving to sell the team to the Rams owner, thousands of people were stuck in the Great Park traffic jam after an Olivia Rodrigo music festival – these are just some of this week’s biggest stories.
Dana Point Moves to Prevent Invasive Palm Beetle Infestation
An invasive weevil has made its way to Dana Point after taking over parts of Southern California, with an estimated 20,000 palm trees killed throughout the region.
Museum vs Bullet Train: Anaheim Swaps Land With OC Vibe Eyed by High Speed Rail Officials
Anaheim officials are swapping land with developers who promise to build a museum on the lot by 2032. State high speed rail officials say the swap will interfere with their plans for a bullet train that won’t be done till 2040.
Who Should Take the Lead on Saving OC’s Disappearing Beaches?
With a potential funding source to widen the city’s beaches on the horizon, San Clemente leaders focus their attention on the dwindling coastline while county transportation officials prioritize protecting the nearby train tracks.
OC Fire Authority Say Gibby Fire Stopped at 250 Acres, Ortega Highway Closed
Crews on ground and in the air are working to contain the fire that has burned 216 acres, closing down large portions of the Ortega Highway.
Huntington Beach Approves Police Raises Amid Budget Deficit Projections
Surf City police officers will receive an 18% raise over the next three years despite concerns from the mayor and city treasurer on what it means for the city’s long-term finances.
Brea Residents Demand More Public Records Over Costco Controversy
A law firm representing some residents sent another legal letter to the city, this time demanding the city hands over what residents claim are outstanding public records about the city’s plan to bring a Costco to town.
Westminster Councilwoman’s Public Speaking Ban Lifted after Bribery Case Dismissed
After a judge dismissed attempted bribery charges against controversial Councilwoman Amy Phan West, her colleagues are now letting her speak at public events after concerns she was campaigning on the taxpayers dollar.
Angels Owner Arte Moreno Sells Baseball Team Four Years After Stadium Deal Flop
Angels owner Arte Moreno has reached an agreement to sell a controlling interest of the baseball team to the owner of Los Angeles Rams – years after a corruption scandal upended his efforts to buy Angel Stadium.
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