Investigators Arrest Homicide Suspect in Stanton
STANTON, Calif. (April 8, 2026): On Sunday, April 5, 2026, at around 5:30 a.m., deputies were called to the area of Main Street and Pacific Street in Stanton after reports of a possible dead…
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Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park Closed Due to Recent Mountain Lion Activity
Wednesday, November 26, 2025: Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park has reopened. The park initially closed out of an abundance of caution on Nov. 4 due to mountain lion activity and remained closed…
Orange County Sheriffs Department Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif. (Apr. 9, 2026) – On Apr. 11, 2026, the Orange County Sheriff’s will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone…
22020132 Use of Force
In June of 2022, deputies were involved in a use of force at the Intake Release Center. The use of force was determined to be within policy. https://cpraazlrshotprod1.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net…
OC Parks Spring Into Summer Event Brings Music Art and Fun to the Old Orange County Courthouse May 31
(Santa Ana, Calif.) – Celebrate the changing seasons with Spring Into Summer, a new event at the historic Old Orange County Courthouse Saturday, May 31 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors of all ages are…
Rancho Days Fiesta Returns to Heritage Hill Historical Park May 3
(Lake Forest, Calif.) - Discover the rich history of Orange County’s rancho era at the annual Rancho Days Fiesta on Saturday, May 3 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Heritage Hill Historical Park.…
Step Into Spring Hiking Tips for Your Next Outdoor Adventure
Spring is here and with it comes longer park hours, warmer temperatures and more people – and wildlife – out in the parks.Spring-summer hours: Many parks close at 9 p.m., while others close at…
Construction Alert Salt Creek Beach Parking Lot Surface Seal Parking Lot Improvements in Dana Point
WHATTemporary parking lot closures. Work will occur in two phases:Phase I: north parking lotPhase II: south parking lotConstruction activity will include removing and reconstructing asphalt…
Salt Creek Beach Parking Lot Surface Seal Project
OC Public Works will perform parking lot improvements at Salt Creek Beach.WHAT: Temporary parking lot closures.Work will occur in two phases:Phase I: North parking lotPhase II: South parking…
Orange County Sheriffs Department Focuses on the Dangers of Distracted Driving
STANTON, Calif. (Apr. 11, 2026) – On Apr. 13, 2026, the Orange County Sheriff’s will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law.Under…