As of April 23, there are 86 dogs and 16 cats at OC Animal Care in Tustin waiting to be adopted.
Yearly Archives: 2026
Posted inVisual Arts
OC Photojournalist Leo Hetzel Recounts his Life Through his Images
The retired photojournalist walked through hundreds of images, tracing a career built on travel and news assignments last month at the Library of the Canyons.
Posted inTop Stories
OC’s Biggest Headlines as South County Landfill Controversy Heats Up
Despite claiming otherwise, an OC Supervisor was told about the South County landfill expansion years ago, a judge overturned a $2.9 million Santa Ana police retaliation verdict – these are just some of this week’s biggest civic headlines.
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Pedranti and Warren: Students Supporting Students, Addressing Mental Health Advocacy in K-12 Schools in Orange County
Mental health related issues are becoming more and more prevalent in post-pandemic student cohorts across the nation. Student-lead programs have proven to be an effective solution to address these mental health issues by providing a supportive environment amongst peers that eliminates the power dynamic between a student and adult professionals.
Posted inHuntington Beach
Can Huntington Beach City Council Members Handpick Vendors and Contractors?
City leaders are moving forward with choosing a rebranding consultant behind closed doors amid questions on whether or not they followed the city’s rules to pick him.
Posted inALL TOP STORIES
More Orange County Cities Ban Kratom
While some city officials adopt a full ban on all kratom products, other local leaders look to ban only certain kinds of kratom products.
Posted inTop Stories
Free Things to Do: Planting Events and Volunteer Activities
A volunteer planting event and expo in Mission Viejo is among several free events offered through public libraries, OC Parks and cities this weekend.
Posted inOutdoors
OC Celebrates Earth Day
Orange County locals gathered for a day of crafts, food, and educational activities at the annual Newport Bay Conservancy’s Earth Day, prompting reflections from attendees.
Posted inSanta Ana
Santa Ana Police Called to Aid Federal Officers Before Firing on ICE Protesters Last Year
Almost a year since the ICE protests, Santa Ana police officials publicly answered limited questions on their scrutinized response to last June’s protests amid looming legal threats.
Posted inTop Stories
Fullerton Hires Accounting Firm to Review $10 Million Budget Flap
The city manager is contracting with Grant Thornton – the same firm that reviewed Orange’s finances – to examine Fullerton’s budget after officials over-accounted for $10 million in reserves.
