Breezy conditions are expected in the San Bernardino Mountains as firefighters attempt to hold the flames of the El Dorado fire outside of Angelus Oaks…
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Free COVID-19 vaccines for all, says new CDC playbook
By Orange County on September 19, 2020
The next phase of the pandemic battle is upon us, so hike up your sleeves. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control released a long-awaited playbook…
4.5 earthquake rattles Southern California
By Orange County on September 19, 2020
An earthquake shook Southern California late Friday. The quake struck just after 11:30 p.m. and was initially rated as a magnitude-4.6 temblor, according to the…
Pandemic timeline in Southern California: Here’s how it all happened
By Orange County on September 18, 2020
“Coronavirus”: The first time that word appeared on this publication’s website in relation to the mysterious new disease emerging in China was Jan. 17, in…
CSU universities expected to choose a new chancellor next week
By Orange County on September 18, 2020
LONG BEACH >> The California State University community will learn next week who will be taking over as the system’s new chancellor. Current Chancellor Timothy…
Laguna Beach fixer-upper on half-acre near the shore seeks $2 million
By Orange County on September 18, 2020
A view of the kitchen from the breakfast nook. (Photos by Bowman Group Media) A view of the living room. (Photos by Bowman Group Media)…
Will changes at Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac mean higher mortgage rates?
By Orange County on September 18, 2020
By Peter G. Miller, Bankrate Since 2008, the federal government has taken more than $100 billion from Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, the government-sponsored enterprises,…
Missing Death Valley hiker found dead after 123-degree day
By Orange County on September 18, 2020
A missing hiker was found dead in Death Valley after a day in which the temperature there reached 123 degrees. A press release Thursday from…
Map: Snow Fire evacuations near Palm Springs
By Orange County on September 18, 2020
A fire that began Thursday afternoon in the foothills near Palm Springs grew to 1,200 acres within five hours and prompted the evacuation of the…
Wildfire smoke can make people more susceptible to COVID-19, says CDC
By Orange County on September 18, 2020
As wildfires continue burning across Southern California, medical experts are warning that smoke inhalation can weaken the immune system and make people more vulnerable to…
Woman found shot to death in Anaheim
By Orange County on September 18, 2020
A 47-year-old Anaheim woman was killed Thursday, Sept. 17, in what police say they believe was a gang-related shooting. Officers found Julia Diana Borboa with…
Pandemic sends nonprofits into scramble mode
By Orange County on September 18, 2020
Most years, fall is a prime fundraising season for nonprofits, with the bulk of all donations coming between now and the holidays. This, of course,…
Firefighter dies battling El Dorado fire started by smoke bomb, authorities say
By Orange County on September 18, 2020
A firefighter has died while battling the El Dorado fire, a blaze that has rolled through 19,000-plus acres and was apparently started by a smoke…
Pandemic inspires creativity and collaboration during Jewish High Holidays
By Orange County on September 17, 2020
With an inspirational view of Back, Bay, Rabbi Reuven Mintz will host Rosh Hashanah on Friday, Sept. 18 in Newport Beach. Under tents in the…
Coming Sunday: Early look at new Lakers book
By Orange County on September 17, 2020
Longtime Lakers fans understand this is hardly the first season with some serious drama. The team’s 16 NBA titles rarely came easily. Author Jeff Pearlman’s…