SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Calif. (Jan. 14, 2026) – On Jan. 16, 2026, the Orange County Sheriff’s will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone…

STANTON, Calif. (Jan. 15, 2026): The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have extra officers on patrol Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026 in the City of Stanton looking specifically for violations made by…

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BY THE ORANGE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSIONAPPLICATION NUMBER/SUBJECTPA23-0119APPLICANTCalifornia Quartet, L.P., Agent – Michael RecuperoPROJECT LOCATIONEastern side of El Toro…

In March of 2020, deputies were involved in a use of force while on uniformed patrol in the city of Laguna Niguel.  As a result of the encounter, the suspect sustained injuries.  The use of…

Key messages: The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is issuing an update to its December 5 health advisory as an outbreak of amatoxin poisoning continues across California.This…

In November of 2019, a deputy was involved in an officer-involved shooting in the unincorporated area of Anaheim.  The case was investigated by the Orange County District Attorney's Office and…

ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. (January 16, 2026) – OC Public Libraries is proud to present A Slice of Literary Orange, a series featuring keynote speakers throughout the year, in celebration of literacy…

Collaboration Provides Certified Organic Compost and Mulch for Agricultural MarketOrange County, CA (January 13, 2026) – OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) has partnered with Agromin…

SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. (Jan. 17, 2026): On Jan. 19, 2026, the Orange County Sheriff’s will conduct an enforcement operation focused on drivers suspected of violating the hands-free cell phone law.Under…

Key MessagesKratom has a complex pharmacological profile with the potential for sedative, stimulant, and opioid effects. 7-hydroxymitragynine, commonly known as 7-OH, is a potent opioid that usually…