Category: Orange County News

Irvine couple hit with felony charges of medical insurance fraud, identity theft, and conspiracy

Rebecca Juarez, 39, and Juan Pablo Rodriguez, 31, both of Irvine were arrested on two counts of conspiracy, 21 counts of medical insurance fraud, and 21 counts of identity fraud for allegedly running an insurance fraud scheme where the couple stole more than 21 patients’ identities and submitted false insurance Read More

Who is the bearded, tattooed man who stole a package from an Irvine apartment?

On Sunday, police officers investigated a package theft from an apartment on Spectrum, according to the Irvine Police Department. The male suspect seems to love everything “post,” including taking postal packages that don’t belong to him. He has tattoos on the right side of his face and on his right Read More

Male suspect wanted for breaking into man’s Santa Ana home after an online date

The Santa Ana Police Department (SAPD) released a picture of a male suspect, known as “Eric,” who met his male victim on a dating app., They agreed to go on a date. The suspect learned where the victim lived after picking him up. Approximately one week later, the suspect was Read More

Harvest at The Ranch: Laguna’s Hidden Culinary Gem Rooted in Farm-to-Table Flavors

A culinary hidden gem is sometimes hiding in plain sight. Not Harvest Restaurant. This gastronomic jewel is truly hidden down a short road that leads to The Ranch at Laguna Beach, an 87-acre hideaway that features 97 cottage inspired rooms, a nine-hole golf course, a boutique spa, biodynamic farm and Read More

New UC Berkeley research on California’s Second Look resentencing policies

Berkeley, CA, September 24, 2025 — A comprehensive set of reports released today by the nonpartisan California Policy Lab (CPL) and Committee on Revision of the Penal Code focuses on “second look” criminal justice reforms aimed at reducing prison sentences, limiting the use of sentencing enhancements, and shrinking California’s prison population. California’s resentencing policies Read More

Protesters to celebrate 37 years of Oak Creek preservation with rally in Irvine on Friday

Irvine, CA – September 24, 2025 — In a spirited blend of civic action and celebration, local residents and activists will gather this Friday for a birthday-themed protest marking the 37th anniversary of Resolution 88-1 — a voter-approved measure that designated Oak Creek as a Conservation Open Space. Organized by Read More

Savoring the Scene: Pacific Wine & Food Classic Serves Culinary Magic at Newport Dunes

By Malena Gordon | Special to the Newport Beach Indy On Saturday, Sept. 20, Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort transformed into an energetic playground for food lovers during the sold-out Pacific Wine & Food Classic. The one-day festival welcomed hundreds of foodies who enjoyed incredible wines and bites from more than Read More