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A pedestrian died after being struck by two vehicles in north Orange County

On Sunday, November 16, 2025, at approximately 9:03 p.m., police officers responded to the intersection of S. Magnolia Avenue and W. Orangethorpe Avenue regarding a traffic collision involving a pedestrian, according to the Fullerton Police Department. When officers arrived, they located an adult female in the roadway suffering from traumatic Read More

1st look: Disney’s live-action ‘Moana’

The Walt Disney Company has released the first teaser for the upcoming live-action “Moana” movie. Australian native Catherine Lagaʻaia takes on the role of Moana, while Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson reprises his role as demigod Maui. Several New Zealand actors are making their American film debut in this project, like Read More

OCFA crews and a Good Samaritan team up to rescue a man stranded in an O.C. water channel

Firefighters rescued an adult male stranded on a ledge above a channel in Buena Park on Sunday morning after he was swept more than a mile downstream in fast-moving water and managed to climb out. A good Samaritan heard him calling for help and safely dropped a rope to keep Read More

Santa Ana unveils Sister Cities’ mural in partnership with Sahuayo, Mexico

SANTA ANA, Calif. – Sister cities Santa Ana, California, and Sahuayo, Michoacán, unveiled a new mural at Plaza Calle Cuatro on Saturday, Nov. 15, that celebrates their partnership, shared stories and unique cultural traditions. Santa Ana ‘Sister Cities’ mural in partnership with Sahuayo, Mexico The artwork features two young sisters Read More

Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort’s 35th Annual Lighting of the Bay and Fire & Lights Festival, Nov. 28 – Jan. 4

Newport Beach has several long-running holiday celebrations. One of the most colorful is the annual Lighting of the Bay at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort, which celebrates its 35th anniversary this year. Every night from November 28 through January 4, the bay comes alive with more than 50 floating and lighted Read More

Samueli Foundation Announces Multi-Year, $24M Unrestricted Funding for Five OC Colleges

The Samueli Foundation, based in Corona del Mar, has announced a multi-year investment of more than $24 Million in five leading Orange County colleges. This funding will fuel advancements in academic infrastructure, expand programs and support the launch of innovative initiatives designed to boost workforce development and science, technology, engineering Read More

‘Stranger Things’ bike ride to take over Melrose Avenue for one day next week

Los Angeles will get a chance to step into the world of “Stranger Things” as the city prepares for a large-scale, ’80s-inspired street takeover tied to the show’s fifth and final season. According to the official Netflix website, the streamer is teaming up with CicLAvia for Stranger Things 5: One Read More

Reckless DUI driver crashes into electrical pole during Fountain Valley police pursuit

On 11/15/25, in the early afternoon, a police Sergeant spotted a truck driving on a rim near Brookhurst and Slater. The Sergeant attempted a traffic stop, but the suspect fled, according to the Fountain Valley Police Department. A brief pursuit was initiated and quickly canceled due to the suspect’s reckless Read More

Southern California rainstorm delays popular outdoor weekend art fair

The Jackalope Art Fair, a popular outdoor market that draws hundreds of artisans and families to Old Pasadena each year, has been rescheduled as Southern California continues to experience widespread rain, according to the event’s official website. Originally planned for this weekend at Pasadena’s Central Park, organizers announced that the Read More