Garden Grove

December 23, 2025 at 11:44 a.m.

Testing on city streets is expected to begin early in the new year, OCTA officials...

California Highway Patrol officers investigate the scene of a crash involving an Acura sedan and a Garden Grove Police Department motorcycle on the eastbound 22 Freeway near Euclid Street Tuesday afternoon, Dec. 16. The officer was hospitalized with moderate injuries. (Photo by OnScene TV)

Motorcycle officers from Garden Grove, Long Beach injured in separate 22 Freeway crashes

By Nathaniel Percy

December 17, 2025 at 11:40 a.m.

The crashes occurred about two miles apart and within an hour of one another.

Santiago Canyon College MESA students strike a pose during a visit to UC Irvine, part of a series of fall STEM exploration trips to universities
and research centers across California. The MESA program supports students pursuing science, technology, engineering and math through
academic enrichment, career exposure and transfer preparation. (Photo courtesy of RSCCD Communications)

Santiago Canyon College program closes the gap for low-income STEM students

By Nicole Gregory

December 15, 2025 at 9:01 a.m.

MESA, a state-funded program, prepares students to transfer to a four-year university.

Dr. Paula Swift has ended her congressional bid and is now running for California’s 70th Assembly District, an Orange County district that includes communities in Fountain Valley, Garden Grove and Westminster. (Courtesy of Paula Swift’s campaign)

Because of redistricting, Paula Swift is now running for a California Legislature seat

By Kaitlyn Schallhorn

December 12, 2025 at 10:44 a.m.

Swift is a longtime advocate for foster youth and domestic violence victims and said she...

House congee; beef rib with sweet pork floss, fried garlic, crispy onions, shimeji mushrooms, scallions and egg yolk at Vox Kitchen in Fountain Valley, CA, on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

9 Orange County restaurants serving peak cozy comfort food

December 12, 2025 at 10:09 a.m.

From steaming, savory congee and classic chicken pot pie to tender meatballs and fragrant bowls...

The El Dorado basketball team poses for a group photo after it defeated La Habra, 53-52, in the championship game of the Gary Raya Classic on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at El Dorado High School. (Photo by Lou Ponsi)

El Dorado beats La Habra to win Gary Raya boys basketball tournament

December 8, 2025 at 4:19 p.m.

Boys basketball notes: The Golden Hawks improved to 9-1 with the win over the Highlanders.

Santa greets a group of kids as he arrives on stage to help light the Great Park Christmas Tree during the 3rd annual Illuminate Irvine holiday event on Saturday, December 6, 2025. (Photo by Jeff Antenore, Contributing Photographer)

Photos: Events in Brea, Garden Grove and Irvine help spread holiday cheer

December 7, 2025 at 4:43 p.m.

Cities have been gathering their residents for festive celebrations.

The Los Alamitos team celebrates winning the CIF-SS Division 2 football championship in San Clemente on Saturday, November 29, 2025. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer)

Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 40 rankings, Dec. 2

December 2, 2025 at 6:28 p.m.

Steve Fryer shares how he voted this week in the Orange County football rankings.

Altman, left, with members of partner nonprofit Team Kids at their spring 2025 carnival benefit at Loara Elementary School in Anaheim (Photo courtesy of RSCCD Communications)

Santiago Canyon College grad is transforming lives through social enterprise

By Greg Mellen

November 28, 2025 at 9:34 a.m.

As the chief impact officer for Doing Good Works, Logan Altman said his mission is...

Vanguard University in Costa Mesa is selling an off-campus housing complex on the city’s eastside. The for-profit university hired JLL and Morgan Skenderian Investment Real Estate Group to help sell the nearly 2-acre property called Vanguard Centre. (Photo courtesy of JLL)

Real estate news: Vanguard University selling off-campus housing site

November 30, 2025 at 3:18 p.m.

The property features several buildings and a combined 40 housing units at 115 Santa Isabel...

The Wimberley siblings, from left, James, Michael, Danielle and Mark sing the national anthem
at Angels Stadium. (Photo courtesy of The Wimberleys Bluegrass Band)

The Wimberley family harmonizes for musical and academic success

By Jenelyn Russo

November 26, 2025 at 8:35 a.m.

The siblings credit Santiago Canyon College for helping them discover their passions beyond music.

Students in Santiago Canyon College’s Emergency Medical Technician program will participate in interactive classroom sessions as part of
their training through a partnership with Falck. (Photo courtesy of RSCCD Communications)

Santiago Canyon College will offer an emergency medical technician program

November 25, 2025 at 7:51 a.m.

The college has partnered with Falck Health Institute on the program, slated to begin in...

One happy student has her picture taken after the dual enrollment ceremony at Santiago Charter Middle School on November 10, 2025. (Photo by Michael Goulding, Contributing Photographer)

Santiago Canyon College program gives middle schoolers a head start on college

November 24, 2025 at 8:28 a.m.

The dual enrollment partnership with Santiago Charter Middle School allows eligible students to take college...

Decorated boats cruise the harbor during the 115th Annual Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade in Newport Beach, CA, on Wednesday, December 13, 2023. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Here are nearly 100 Orange County holiday events you can do in 2025

November 25, 2025 at 6:50 a.m.

And in a touch of holiday magic, most of the events on this list are...

Corona del Mar’s girls tennis team defeated Portola 10-8 to claim the CIF-SS Division 1 title on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2025 at the University of Redlands. (Photo courtesy of
Eugene Kwong)

Corona del Mar girls tennis defeats Portola for CIF-SS Division 1 title

November 20, 2025 at 2:47 p.m.

Girls tennis roundup: Corona del Mar wins Division 1 while Villa Park, Laguna Hills and...

Visitors at “The Shroud of Turin: An Immersive Experience” watch the presentation in the “Immersive Life of Jesus” room at Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove, CA, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. The 10,000-square-foot exhibit is a look at the story of Jesus and the burial cloth. The Shroud of Turin is a linen cloth bearing the faint image of a crucified man, which is believed by many to be the burial shroud of Jesus Christ. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

New museum experience at Christ Cathedral takes immersive look at Shroud of Turin

November 19, 2025 at 11:02 a.m.

With 360-degree projection-room theaters, replicas, a life-size Jesus corpus and more, “The Shroud of Turin:...

Mater Dei running back Kennie Leggett, right, fights his way into the end zone for a touchdown against Mission Viejo in the CIF-SS Division 1 quarterfinal football playoffs in Santa Ana on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer)

Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 40 rankings, Nov. 18

November 18, 2025 at 3:31 p.m.

Steve Fryer shares how he voted this week in the Orange County football rankings.

File photo of the Garden Grove City Council. (Photo by Kyusung Gong/Contributing Photographer)

Local immigration resources are coming to Garden Grove’s website

November 18, 2025 at 7:03 a.m.

The city council narrowly voted through a community proposal that has been a point of...

CIF-SS girls tennis: Storm alters the schedule for championships

November 13, 2025 at 3:26 p.m.

Corona del Mar, Portola, Villa Park, Laguna Hills and Santiago have advanced to the finals,...

John Harris, chief executive officer and co-founder of Harbinger Motors Inc. in Garden Grove, sits with EV truck batteries on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024. Harbinger Motors, a commercial EV truck maker, is part of a growing number of commercial EV truck makers building an EV truck infrastructure in Southern California. (Photo by Mark Rightmire, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Garden Grove’s EV chassis maker Harbinger raises $160M with FedEx placing first order

By Pat Maio

November 13, 2025 at 3:17 p.m.

As part of the funding announcement, FedEx placed an order for 53 electric delivery truck...

Orange County Supervisors Vicente Sarmiento (third from left), Doug Chaffee (middle) and Janet Nguyen (second from right) hosted a gun buyback event Saturday, Nov. 8 that brought in 298 firearms. Chaffee and Sarmiento were part of a four-person majority to vote in favor of giving themselves a pay raise earlier this year, while Foley voted against it. A Grand Jury report says the raises, issued earlier this year, harmed public confidence in the county’s top elected body. (Photo by county staff)

Garden Grove police, county collect nearly 300 weapons at gun buyback

By Claire Wang

November 13, 2025 at 7:43 a.m.

The county handed out $34,400 worth of gift cards in exchange for unwanted guns at...

Baker Karlo Evaristo recently held a soft opening at 61 Hundred Bread in Santa Ana, CA. (Photo by Paul Bersebach, Orange County Register/SCNG)

The best bakeries in Orange County right now

November 14, 2025 at 1:56 p.m.

This guide details some of the best-of-the-best bakeries to help plan your Thanksgiving and Christmas...

San Clemente’s Jaxson Rex, left, is chased down by Tustin’s Jeremiah Salvant, center, and wide receiver Rufai Azeez, right, in a season-opening football game in Tustin on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer)

Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 40 rankings, Nov. 11

November 11, 2025 at 1:46 p.m.

Fryer shares how he voted this week in the Orange County football poll.

Cypress head coach Alex Griffiths holds the Championship plaque as they celebrate their win over Foothill in the CIF-SS Division 3 girls volleyball final at Cerritos College in Norwalk on Saturday Nov. 8, 2025. Cypress beat Foothill 3-0. (Photo by Keith Durflinger, Contributing Photographer)

11 Orange County girls volleyball teams to play in CIF SoCal Regional

November 10, 2025 at 12:50 p.m.

CIF Southern Section champions Cypress and Santa Margarita have first-round matches at home.

Hundreds of guns obtained through the Santa Ana Police Department’s gun buyback event in 2022 filled two pickup truck beds. (File photo Courtesy of Santa Ana Police Department)

OC Supervisors to host gun buyback event Nov. 8 in Garden Grove

By Claire Wang

November 7, 2025 at 10:22 a.m.

OC Supervisors are hosting a countywide gun buyback event Saturday in Garden Grove, where gun...

Mater Dei’s Ryan Hopkins (10) eludes the rush of Servite’s Sevelino Taliauli (32) during a Trinity league football game between Servite and Mater Dei at Santa Ana Stadium Saturday Oct. 18, 2025. (Photo by Michael Goulding, Contributing Photographer)

Fryer: Predictions for all divisions of the CIF-SS football playoffs

November 6, 2025 at 2:19 p.m.

Steve Fryer's predictions for every division in the CIF Southern Section football playoffs.

La Habra’s Quarterback DJ Mitchell (1) throws a pass in the 3rd quarter of a Friday night football game, Oct. 10, 2025, at La Habra (Photo by Steven Georges, Contributing Photographer)

Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 40 rankings, Nov. 4

November 4, 2025 at 5:19 p.m.

Fryer reveals how he voted this week in the Orange County football rankings.

Residents push Garden Grove City Council again for immigration resources

November 3, 2025 at 9:18 a.m.

A know-your-rights page posted to the city's website would help residents against ICE activity, local...

The Orange Lutheran football team takes the field before the start of the their Trinity League football game against Mater Dei in Costa Mesa on Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer)

Fryer: What we’re likely to see in the CIF-SS football playoff pairings

October 31, 2025 at 11:36 a.m.

The brackets, which will be released Sunday morning, will probably have some surprises -- or...

Tustin defensive tackle Jeremiah Williams jumps into the end zone for the touchdown in the fourth quarter against Yorba Linda in a nonleague football game in Yorba Linda on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer)

Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 40 rankings, Oct. 28

October 28, 2025 at 3:07 p.m.

Steve Fryer reveals his Orange County Top 25 football poll vote, and how he ranks...

Multi-level retail building with various Vietnamese businesses along Bolsa Avenue west of Brookhurst Street in the Little Saigon neighborhood of Westminster, CA, on Monday, April 21, 2025. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Business improvement district for Little Saigon gains ground

October 28, 2025 at 7:45 a.m.

Fountain Valley, Garden Grove and Santa Ana are tapping $550,000 in state grant funding to...

Counselor Macey Lachman supports students participating in the CSU Transfer Success
Pathway program. (Photo courtesy of RSCCD Communications)

Santiago Canyon College’s transfer pathway paves the way to 4-year schools

October 27, 2025 at 7:50 a.m.

The program guarantees qualified students a place at the CSU while still enrolled in community...

Former Tesoro football head coach Matt Poston, shown before a nonleague football game at Newport Harbor High between Newport Harbor High and Tesoro High on August 24, 2023, advocates a change in the way football playoffs teams are selected. (Photo by Michael Goulding/Contributing Photographer)

Fryer: CIF-SS playoffs process needs a small change to reward worthy teams

October 23, 2025 at 3:41 p.m.

Beckman girls volleyball is the latest Orange County team to miss out on the playoffs...

Kimberly Valentine, founder and president of Operation Helping Hands, awards Santiago Canyon College
student Fernando Cruz a housing scholarship. (Photo courtesy of RSCCD Communications)

Operation Helping Hands enables students to stabilize and succeed

By Nicole Gregory

October 23, 2025 at 10:25 a.m.

The nonprofit has awarded scholarships to students at Santiago Canyon College and seven other community...

Philip Wu credits choosing SCC over a 4-year college to continue his education as one of the best decisions he ever made. (Photo courtesy of RSCCD Communications)

This Santiago Canyon College grad launched to law school and a career at a tech giant

By Greg Mellen

October 21, 2025 at 9:04 a.m.

Phillip Wu charted a path that led to degrees at UC Berkeley, the University of...

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Man convicted of manslaughter in DUI crash that killed a Postal Service driver in Garden Grove

October 20, 2025 at 8:14 p.m.

Carlos Alberto Lara was killed in the crash on the 22 Freeway.

Santiago Canyon College student veterans assist in assembling The Wall That Heals at Grijalva Park on Sept. 30 in Orange. The exhibit was on display Oct. 2–5. (Photo courtesy of RSCCD Communications)

Work on ‘Wall that Heals’ gives Santiago Canyon College student vets a sense of purpose

October 20, 2025 at 8:34 a.m.

Members of the SCC chapter of Student Veterans of America helped to construct the traveling...

Cars driving along Magnolia Street at Marylee Drive speed by a residence in Garden Grove on Monday, May 13, 2024 where a 2019 Toyota Camry, driven by a suspected DUI driver, crashed into the house killing 40-year-old Janet Carrillo. A Riverside man was arrested on suspicion of causing the fatal crash. (File photo by Leonard Ortiz, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Man pleads guilty to manslaughter in crash into OC home that killed a resident

October 20, 2025 at 6:46 a.m.

The victim was pinned in by the vehicle in her home.

A clown waits to greet trick-or-treaters at the home of Rebecca Maldonado in the 8800 block of Hillside Road in Rancho Cucamonga on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019. For the past 16 years, Maldonado had decorated her home with numerous skeletons, clowns, witches and more, to greet the hundreds of trick-or-treaters who come to her family’s home every Halloween night. (Photo by Jennifer Cappuccio Maher, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG)

Don’t miss these 25 killer Halloween haunts — and they’re free

By gqlshare

October 16, 2025 at 2:50 p.m.

Are you shivering yet? Feeling a little creeped out? No? If not, then maybe you...

Suspect and alleged accessory arrested in Garden Grove fatal shooting

By Andrea Klick

October 15, 2025 at 7:54 p.m.

Mario Barrios, 67, was found fatally injured Sept. 21.

Cars park along the southbound side of Euclid Street between Edinger Avenue and Warner Avenue of Mile Square Park in Fountain Valley, Sunday, Oct. 12, 2025, as the city council is in talks about adding a third, southbound lane to combat traffic congestion. (Photo by Steven Georges, Contributing Photographer)

Parking spaces or faster lane? Fountain Valley is weighing those options near Mile Square Park

October 15, 2025 at 1:45 p.m.

The City Council is considering adding a third lane going south on Euclid Street between...

Pan de muerto, a traditional Mexican bread eaten during Día de los Muertos, is available at El Campeon Bakery in San Juan Capistrano. (Photo by Brock Keeling, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Día de los Muertos: Where to find Day of the Dead bread in Orange County

October 14, 2025 at 12:31 p.m.

This yeast-risen pan dulce is often subtly flavored with orange and warm spices like anise,...

Pacifica senior David Carlsson had seven receptions for 135 yards and two touchdowns and had two sacks in the Mariners’ 55-7 win over Woodbridge on Oct. 9, 2025. (Courtesy of Yary Photography)

Orange County boys athlete of the week: David Carlsson, Pacifica

October 14, 2025 at 12:06 p.m.

The Pacifica senior has been chosen for the Orange County honor after his efforts on...

Football roundup: Servite, Dana Hills, Villa Park, Brea Olinda win in Week 7

October 11, 2025 at 12:11 p.m.

OCVarsity's roundup is packed with highlights, stats and stars from the games Friday.

Tustin head coach Myron Miller talks to his players after their 45-7 victory over Pacifica in an Empire League football game at Tustin High in Tustin on Thursday, October 11, 2018. (Photo by Kevin Sullivan, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Several Orange County coaches, administrators going into CIF-SS Hall of Fame

October 10, 2025 at 10:16 a.m.

Myron Miller, Fred DiPalma, Alan Clinton and Mark Calentino are among the group selected for...

Woman sentenced to 19 years to life for killing her roommate in Garden Grove

October 8, 2025 at 6:08 p.m.

Michelle Ilene Buzick had claimed the shooting death of Chris Miller in 2023 was accidental.

This 47-year-old, five-unit townhouse-style rental property in Costa Mesa sold for $5.5 million, or $1.1 million per unit, on Sept. 5. (Photo courtesy of Marcus & Millichap)

Real estate news: 5-unit apartment complex in Costa Mesa snags $1.1 million per unit

September 26, 2025 at 8:01 a.m.

The townhouse-style complex, which sold Sept. 5 for $5.5 million, is a short walk to...

Sara Gasca credits two major influences in her studies: SCC professor Angela
Daneshmand, who encouraged her to pursue her research, and Matthew Kirby, her
mentor for her internship at the Cal State Fullerton Paleoclimatology Laboratory. (Photo courtesy of Sara Gasca)

Santiago Canyon College student overcomes childhood abuse to reach for the stars

By Greg Mellen

October 24, 2025 at 2:08 p.m.

After internships with NASA, college sophomore Sara Gasca is interested in space geology.

Los Alamitos’ Lenny Ibarra (28) tackles Mission Viejo wide receiver Phillip Bell (1) as he runs the ball during a football game at Mission Viejo High School in Mission Viejo on Friday, Nov. 1, 2024. (Photo by Rebecca Villagracia, Contributing Photographer)

Fryer: Big battles ahead as OC football begins league play next week

September 25, 2025 at 5:19 p.m.

Taking a look at the favorites for the titles and the big showdowns for each...

Demonstrators on foot and in vehicles protested President Donald Trump’s immigration policies Sunday night, Feb. 2, 2025, in Garden Grove at Brookhurst Street and Chapman Avenue in Garden Grove. (Photo by OnScene.TV)

‘Stop acting powerless,’ Garden Grove officials grilled about immigration response

October 1, 2025 at 4:20 p.m.

In recent months community members and immigration rights groups have urged the council to take...

Santiago Canyon College alum Melanie Montoya credits the college for inspiring her love of learning. (Photo courtesy of Melanie Montoya)

Instilled with a joy for learning, this Santiago Canyon College grad is paying it forward

By Jenelyn Russo

October 24, 2025 at 2:09 p.m.

First-generation student Melanie Montoya hopes to one day return to her alma mater as a...

Landon Thomas and Ryann Sell walk hand in hand on their first day of college during the first day of classes for the 2025/2026 school year at Santiago Canyon College on August 18, 2025.
(Photo by Michael Goulding, Contributing Photographer)

Santiago Canyon/UC Irvine partnership streamlines master’s degree in accounting

September 23, 2025 at 7:33 a.m.

The 2+2+1 Masters of Accountancy Pathway Program closes the gap between a community college and...

Dr. Heidy Sasvin credits the community at Santiago Canyon College for encouraging her
to pursue a career in medicine. (Photo courtesy of RSCCD Communications)

Santiago Canyon College alum found the right prescription to become a doctor

By Nicole Gregory

October 24, 2025 at 2:10 p.m.

First-generation college student Heidy Sasvin’s dream of becoming a physician was nurtured at SCC.

Football roundup: No. 1 Mission Viejo loses; Trabuco Hills tops Brea Olinda

September 20, 2025 at 1:12 p.m.

OCVarsity's roundup is packed with highlights, stats and stars from the Week 4 games on...

The Meadow Grove apartment complex sold Sept. 2 for $12.91 million, or $391,333 for each of its 33 apartments at 13882 Clinton St. The property was built in 1985. (Photo courtesy of CBRE)

Real estate news: 2 Garden Grove apartment complexes sell for $17.4 million

September 19, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.

The city remains "a high-demand rental market with limited supply, quality schools and significant barriers...

Foods of Garden Grove, 2024. (Photo by Rob Sparacio, courtesy of the city of Garden Grove)

Foods of Garden Grove Live returns for its second year

September 19, 2025 at 9:13 a.m.

Mark your calendars: After a successful first year, Foods of Garden Grove is back.

Pat Powers, vice-president of the Resurrection Center at Christ Cathedral, speaks during an announcement on Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025 that “The Shroud of Turin: An Immersive Experience” will visit Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove, CA. The exhibit opens November 19, 2025. (Photo by Paul Bersebach, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Shroud of Turin exhibit coming to Christ Cathedral

September 9, 2025 at 6:30 a.m.

The museum will be ready for the public on Nov. 19, officials said.

Pastor convicted of sexually assaulting girls in OC, Riverside

September 11, 2025 at 1:49 p.m.

Carlos Ramirez Valdez, 61, was arrested in 2021.

Mental Health Specialist Heidy Correa in the Wellness Center at Russell Elementary Language Academy in Santa Ana on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025. The Garden Grove Unified School District last month received an additional $2.4 million to expand its community school network. One of the community school sites is Russell, with a wellness room as well as a food donations center. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Garden Grove expands community schools with additional $2.4 million in state funding

By Hanna Kang

September 8, 2025 at 6:45 a.m.

The grant program, created in 2021 and expanded since, provides over $4 billion to support...

Shawn Steel, RNC National Committeeman, CA, talks during a panel discussion on Redistricting Lawfare in 2025 Hosted by the Republican National Lawyers Association, Sept. 6, 2025, at the California Republican Party convention in Garden Grove. Behind him, from left, are panel members Will O’Neill, Mark Meuser and Moderator Garrett Fahy…(Photo by Steven Georges, Contributing Photographer)

Republicans strategize about upcoming redistricting special election at annual convention

By Linh Tat

September 8, 2025 at 9:23 a.m.

Proposition 50, the Democrat-led redistricting measure, was top of mind at the CAGOP convention.

Venuri Weerarathne is congratulated by SCC President Jeannie Kim in May. She heads to UC Irvine in the fall. (Photo courtesy of Venuri Weerarathne)

For them, Santiago Canyon College was a stepping stone to UC schools

By Brian Robin

October 24, 2025 at 2:12 p.m.

As first-generation college students, they found SCC's assistance programs invaluable.

Football roundup: Orange tops Laguna Hills in 5OT thriller in Week 1

August 30, 2025 at 5:08 p.m.

OCVarsity's roundup is packed with highlights, stats and stars from the Week 1 games on...

Sebastian Pintea says graduating from SCC was the best decision he could have made. (Photo courtesy of Sebastian Pintea)

A Santiago Canyon College education was his ticket to Stanford

October 24, 2025 at 2:12 p.m.

Sebastian Pintea plans to earn a joint degree in medicine and public health after graduation.

Tustin head coach Anthony Lopez yells out instructions to his players on the field during the season-opening football game against San Clemente in Tustin on Friday, Aug. 22, 2025. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer)

Week 1 football: Tustin vs. Foothill a rivalry where ‘anything can happen’

August 28, 2025 at 10:31 a.m.

Michael Huntley takes a look at some of the matchups this week in Orange County...

Santiago Canyon College in Orange. (Photo by Drew A. Kelley, contributing photographer)

Partnership offers Santiago Canyon College students a pathway to a PharmD degree

By Jenelyn Russo

October 24, 2025 at 2:14 p.m.

The partnership with Keck Graduate Institute enables students who've completed prerequisites to earn the degree...

Man arrested on suspicion of fleeing Huntington Beach police, firing at officers

August 27, 2025 at 5:45 p.m.

A shotgun was recovered after the arrest of the Garden Grove man.

From left, Dean Joanne Armstrong, Charlie Nguyen and Albert Alvano (Photo courtesy of Aidin Tehrani)

A life reclaimed: From incarceration to UC Berkeley

August 27, 2025 at 5:55 p.m.

Charlie Nguyen turned his life around with help from the Rising Scholars program at Santiago...

Orange County boys athlete of the week: Quentin Pacelli, Garden Grove

August 26, 2025 at 5:08 p.m.

The Garden Grove senior set a school record by rushing for 380 yards in the...

Valerie Lopez and her sister Kayla, right, are this year’s Santiago Canyon College ASG
executive officers. Kayla is the ASG president and Valerie is the ASG vice president. (Courtesy of RSCCD Communications)

Sisters share a purpose in student government at Santiago Canyon College

October 24, 2025 at 2:15 p.m.

The four Lopez sisters have all been active in ASG.

Rick Foster, a Democrat, is running for California’s 36th State Senate District seat in 2026. (Photo courtesy of Rick Foster’s campaign)

Democrat Rick Foster launches bid for coastal state Senate seat

By Kaitlyn Schallhorn

August 25, 2025 at 2:35 p.m.

Sen. Tony Strickland, a Republican and former Huntington Beach Council member, won a special election...

Firefighters from the Fullerton Fire department work to extricate two people on board an airplane that hit a tree while attempting to make an emergency landing shortly after taking off from Fullerton Municipal Airport in Fullerton on Monday, Nov. 25, 2024. Both people on board suffered moderate injuries, authorities said. (Photo by ONSCENE.TV)

Father briefly detained by ICE after dropping off child at Garden Grove school

By Hanna Kang

August 21, 2025 at 2:56 p.m.

School officials said the father returned to campus later that day and said he was...

Imelda Preciado, of Garden Grove, center, joins other supporters of the SAVE Act as Tea Party Patriots Action launches a nationwide, three-week bus tour to rally support for the voting bill in Garden Grove, CA, on Monday, Aug. 18, 2025. The SAVE Act (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, H.R. 22) is bill passed by the House of Representatives that restricts voter registration by mandating specific documents to verify citizenship. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Supporters of Save Act bill kick off nationwide bus tour in Garden Grove

August 19, 2025 at 9:20 a.m.

The bill would require proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate, passport or naturalization...

Minivan driver arrested after crash kills Long Beach motorcyclist in Garden Grove

August 17, 2025 at 5:34 p.m.

It happened Sunday morning in the 9100 block of Garden Grove Boulevard near Cannery Street

OCVarsity’s complete High School Football Preview for 2025.

OCVarsity’s complete Orange County football preview 2025

By OCVarsity sports staff

August 16, 2025 at 9:30 a.m.

Previews for every team in Orange County, plus rankings of the top players at each...

Segerstrom running back Ayden Morales is brought down by Troy middle linebacker Cayleb Quiroz (#43) and strong safety Paul Ortega, righty, in Fullerton on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer)

Orange County football preview 2025: Kappa League

August 17, 2025 at 11:12 p.m.

Michael Huntley looks at the strengths and key players for each of the league's six...

Orange County football preview 2025: Sage Hill and other 8-man teams

August 15, 2025 at 5:16 p.m.

A look at the strengths and top players for Orange County's 8-man football teams.

Students and parents head to the first day of class at Trabuco Mesa Elementary School in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA on Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2025. (Photo by Paul Bersebach, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Immigration raids cast a shadow over Orange County’s back-to-school season

By Hanna Kang

August 21, 2025 at 2:30 p.m.

Administrators say they are watching student attendance closely, uncertain if fears will keep some students...

El Rancho’s Ray Madrid III, left, lets a pass get away as Los Amigos’ Amari’e Maddox defends in the CIF-SS Division 11 quarterfinal playoff in Garden Grove on Thursday, Nov. 14, 2024. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer)

Orange County football preview 2025: Sigma League

August 15, 2025 at 9:21 p.m.

Michael Huntley looks at the strengths and key players for each of the league's six...

OCEA Union Organizer Carlos Rosales leads supporters of the Garden Grove Employees League (GGEL) during rally on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025, in Garden Grove, CA. The GGEL, which represents 88 specialized public works staff held a rally following an impasse in contract talks with the City of Garden Grove. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Workers with Garden Grove public works rally ahead of mediation after contract negotiations halt

August 14, 2025 at 6:31 a.m.

Union leaders say the city has stonewalled requests for recognition pay and shift differential enhancements....

Pacifica players including outside linebacker Charlie Llano (42) and outside linebacker Addison Adams (18) celebrate winning the Omicron League football championship by defeating Portola in Garden Grove on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024. (Photo by Paul Rodriguez, Contributing Photographer)

Orange County football preview 2025: Omicron League

August 13, 2025 at 5:32 p.m.

Michael Huntley looks at the strengths and key players for each of the league's six...

Bolsa Grande’s football team for the 2025 season includes, back row, left to right: Mikey Haley, Michael Nguyen, Anthony Bell; front row, left to right: Ivan Correa, Nate Fiaputa and Jesse Hernandez. (Courtesy of Doug Cooper)

Orange County football preview 2025: Tango League

By David Delgado

August 13, 2025 at 5:01 p.m.

David Delgado looks at the strengths and key players for each of the league's six...

Los Amigos football coach Romel Guess, pictured last season with his son Xzavior Guess, left, is recovering after having intestine surgery. The fifth-year coach hopes to return to coaching the Lobos this season. (File photo, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Los Amigos football coach Romel Guess returns after health scare

August 12, 2025 at 11:33 p.m.

The coach said he is 'feeling better' after suffering a ruptured intestine and undergoing emergency...

First grade student Alyson Ignacio takes a photo on the first day of class at Peters K-3 Elementary School in Garden Grove, CA on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025. (Photo by Paul Bersebach, Orange County Register/SCNG)

GGUSD hosts first day of school for new academic year

August 11, 2025 at 3:30 p.m.

Thousands of Garden Grove Unified students filled classrooms again after summer break.

Zia Bucud, 6, gets “eaten” by a dragon during a grand opening celebration outside the new H Mart in Westminster, CA, on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025. The South Korean supermarket chain opened a 72,000-square-foot grocery store that included a food hall with 11 eateries. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Photos: H Mart opens its largest California grocery store in Westminster

August 7, 2025 at 8:40 p.m.

Thousands of shoppers turned out for the store debut, which features an 11-restaurant food court.

Santa Margarita quarterback Madi Lam (1) passes the ball before Canyon’s Baylee Backoff (4) can make the tackle during the quarterfinals of the CIF Southern Section 2024 flag football playoffs in Orange on Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. (Photo by Leonard Ortiz, Orange County Register/SCNG)

New rules could have major impact on girls flag football season

August 7, 2025 at 9:38 p.m.

Changes for pass rushing, screen blocking and punting will be in effect as the season...

OCVarsity Hot 150: Orange County’s top impact football players for 2025

August 6, 2025 at 5:37 p.m.

Dan Albano ranks the county players expected to have the most impact this season. Ranked...

Panda Express is collaborating with Samyang Foods on Dynamite Sweet and Sour Chicken, being tested in Garden Grove and San Diego. (Illustration courtesy of Panda Express)

Panda Express is testing a new hot dish; where to find it

By Fielding Buck

August 6, 2025 at 10:44 a.m.

The item is a collaboration with Samyang Foods and features its Buldak hot sauce.

Former Rep. Michelle Steel is opting out of another congressional run in 2026. She narrowly lost the seat for California’s 45th Congressional District in 2024. (Photo by Paul Bersebach, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Former Rep. Michelle Steel won’t run for Congress in 2026

By Kaitlyn Schallhorn

August 2, 2025 at 11:50 a.m.

The Seal Beach Republican says she's focused on advancing President Trump's agenda outside of Congress.

Marcus Harris #10 of Mater Dei reaches out for the ball while playing St. John Bosco in the second half on Oct. 25, 2024 in Santa Anna CA. (Photo by John McCoy, Contributing Photographer)

Great matchups galore for Orange County football in 2025

July 31, 2025 at 11:35 a.m.

Steve Fryer takes a look at the big games on the high school schedule this...

Los Amigos football coach Romel Guess hospitalized after ruptured intestine

July 30, 2025 at 3:16 p.m.

The coach said he faces a six to eight week recovery but vows to return...

Mosquitoes at Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District in Garden Grove, CA, on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. (Photo by Jeff Gritchen, Orange County Register/SCNG)

West Nile virus found in Orange County mosquito samples

By Michael Slaten

July 22, 2025 at 12:56 p.m.

Public health officials said mosquito samples collected in Anaheim and Garden Grove have tested positive...

Tanya Cook, a Garden Grove small business owner, enters the 2026 race for the 70th District state assembly seat. She currently is the sole opponent to assemblyman Tri Ta. (Photo courtesy of Tanya Cook)

Tanya Cook, a Garden Grove business owner, enters the 70th Assembly District race

By Lillian Ashworth

July 20, 2025 at 6:19 a.m.

Her platform includes immigration policy and pathways to citizenship, health care and reproductive rights, and...

Nick the Greek celebrates its grand opening Tuesday, July 15 in Laguna Niguel. The restaurant, which is joining the busy Home Depot-anchored shopping center off La Paz Road, is offering free lunch from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Address: 27221 La Paz Road, Suite E (Photo courtesy of Nick the Greek)

Status Update: Nick brings his Greek fare to Laguna Niguel; Burlington debuts in Garden Grove

July 14, 2025 at 12:34 p.m.

The restaurant, which is joining the busy Home Depot-anchored shopping center off La Paz Road,...

People carry flowers, banners and umbrellas during the Walking With Mary procession as the Christ Cathedral and the Diocese of Orange hosts the fourth annual Marian Days, a celebration of the Virgin Mary, at the Christ Cathedral in Garden Grove on Saturday, July 12, 2025. The festivities are centered around the Our Lady of La Vang Shrine, a 16-foot-tall Virgin Mary statue dressed in traditional Vietnamese attire. (Photo by Mark Rightmire, Orange County Register/SCNG)

Marian Days process ends two-day celebration