It’s time for league action in Orange County boys basketball
Boys basketball notes: Tournament action gives way to league play, and this week there are...
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Orange County boys basketball Top 25: Santa Margarita still on top
Santa Margarita is still No. 1, while Mater Dei and Los Alamitos move up in...
Revelers splash into the Pacific to welcome new year in Huntington Beach
Despite earlier rain, the the annual Surf City Splash into the cold ocean water went...
How your key fob could help a thief steal your car
Thieves are exploiting keyless entry systems or reprogramming vehicles after break-ins, police in Southern California...
Huntington Beach council takes look at relocating surf museum to library branch
A study session was held this week exploring the idea of moving the museum to...
Rock ’n’ Roll star Sammy Hagar gives $10,000 check to boy recovering from Huntington Beach helicopter crash
Hagar urged Oliver Holland to help others going forward.
This Rose Parade float wants you to consider the gift of organ donation
There are an estimated 100,000 people waiting for a life-saving transplant across the country, including...
Corona del Mar boys basketball holds off Cypress to remain undefeated
Corona del Mar beats Cypress to remain undefeated, plus highlights from other games Tuesday.
All-County girls volleyball: Layli Ostovar is the OC player of the year
The Mater Dei senior earns the top honor on the All-County girls volleyball team for...
Cypress boys basketball stacks up wins over highly ranked OC teams
Boys basketball notes: Cypress has collected wins over some of Orange County's better boys basketball...
Orange County boys basketball Top 25: Cypress in Top 10 after two big wins
Cypress, Canyon, Los Alamitos make big moves in this week's Orange County boys basketball rankings....
Endangered steelhead trout have a safe haven in a Huntington Beach classroom
Edison High School in Huntington Beach celebrated the addition of new holding tanks for the...
Fryer: Santa Margarita’s football team highlights an excellent fall
Steve Fryer looks back at the fall sports season in Orange County. One team stood...
Huntington Beach councilmember sues school board president for $25 million in defamation allegation
Councilmember Butch Twining has filed a defamation lawsuit against Gina Clayton Tarvin for remarks she...
Huntington Beach’s Turner nabs gold at ISA world junior championships; USA Surfing earns silver
Huntington Beach High School surf team member Bailey Turner has joined an elite group of...
‘Living shoreline’ solution being tried to protect eroding Talbert Marsh
Efforts are underway to slow erosion using a living shoreline made of coconut fiber logs...
Man gets 7 years in prison for DUI crash that killed a motorcyclist in Westminster
38-year-old Nathan Philip Perreault of Huntington Beach was killed in the crash.
Orange County boys basketball Top 25: Santa Margarita remains at No. 1
Santa Margarita continues in the No. 1 spot in the Orange County boys basketball rankings....
Huntington Beach challenge over state housing mandate hits another setback
The next hearing is planned for Jan. 16, and the state has sought civil penalties...
Fryer: JSerra’s next football coach might be another ‘big splash’ hire
JSerra might seek to duplicate what Santa Margarita did when it hired Carson Palmer as...
These Orange County ramen shops are on Yelp’s Top 100 list for 2025
Seven restaurants in Southern California made it onto the list by the crows-sourced review platform.
Holiday boat parades big and small will float across OC
There's the mega Newport Beach event, celebrating its 117th year, and a small-town boat parade...
Huntington Beach loses challenge in federal court to state sanctuary law
A federal judge dismissed the city's lawsuit against the California Values Act, which limits the...
Howard’s Appliance to file for bankruptcy protection
The retailer, which closed Saturday, Dec. 6, is blaming tariffs and declining consumer spending for...
Orange County boys basketball Top 25: Santa Margarita, JSerra in top two spots
Santa Margarita is 9-1 overall and in the top spot in the Orange County rankings,...
Get your fill of the holiday spirit with these festive seasonal cocktails
These holiday drinks are only available for a limited time.
Where you can watch a free holiday boat parade in Southern California
Head out to enjoy the colorful, free, festive atmosphere that always include lighted-up boats —...
New Visit Huntington Beach CEO, John Urdi, skis into town
Urdi comes from a snow town background, his latest stint in Mammoth Mountain.
Casey McKeon appointed Huntington Beach mayor; Butch Twining to serve as mayor pro tem
The mayor and mayor pro tem serve one-year terms and are chosen by the councilmembers.
Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 40 rankings, Dec. 2
Steve Fryer shares how he voted this week in the Orange County football rankings.
1 dead after car goes airborne in 7-vehicle crash in Huntington Beach
The driver of a sedan was traveling east on Heil at high speed, possibly topping...
Orange County boys basketball Top 25: Undefeated Santa Margarita is No. 1
The Trinity League's Santa Margarita and JSerra are 1-2 in this week's Orange County boys...
Orange County football Top 25: Santa Margarita is No. 1 in the final rankings
CIF-SS Division 1 champion Santa Margarita finishes No. 1 in the final Orange County football...
Democratic Rep. Robert Garcia of Long Beach could represent conservative Orange County cities if reelected
The new 42nd Congressional District will include OC communities of Huntington Beach, Newport Beach and...
Real estate news: Vanguard University selling off-campus housing site
The property features several buildings and a combined 40 housing units at 115 Santa Isabel...
15 free fun things to do for the holidays in Southern California
Here are free fun things you can do in Southern California to get into the...
Orange County boys basketball Top 25, Nov. 24
Santa Margarita is No . 1 in the first in-season rankings of the season.
Orange County football Top 25: Santa Margarita at No. 1 going into CIF-SS finals
Santa Margarita retains the No. 1 spot in the Orange County football poll after making...
Here are nearly 100 Orange County holiday events you can do in 2025
And in a touch of holiday magic, most of the events on this list are...
Justice Department says it reverses Michael Gates’ firing, will accept his resignation
The former Huntington Beach city attorney says the letter gives him 'total vindication.'
Flash floods, multiple rescues and 1 killed by a falling tree as storm rattles OC, LA
Over 10 rescues took place in Huntington Beach through the night into Friday morning as...
Judge raises procedural concerns in state auditor lawsuit over Huntington Beach Pacific Airshow settlement
Judge Carmen Luege affirmed the state auditor's right to ensure taxpayer funds are not misappropriated...
Huntington Beach takes ‘no action’ at special meeting on Michael Gates’ rehiring
The City Council convened the closed session meeting to discuss 'anticipated litigation' after receiving emails...
Man admits to manslaughter, DUI in crash that killed motorcyclist in Westminster
38-year-old Nathan Philip Perreault of Huntington Beach was killed in the March collision.
Fryer on Football: Previews and predictions for Friday’s CIF-SS semifinals
Steve Fryer previews the top Orange County games in the CIF-SS semifinals, including Santa Margarita...
Huntington Beach council will hold special meeting Friday to discuss Michael Gates’ employment with city
Councilmember Chad Williams said Gates' attorney had sent the City Council "two emails" regarding Gates'...
Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 40 rankings, Nov. 18
Steve Fryer shares how he voted this week in the Orange County football rankings.
Orange County football Top 25: Santa Margarita alone at No. 1 going into semifinals
Santa Margarita is No. 1 by itself in this week's Orange County football poll. Mater...
Michael Gates, former Huntington Beach city attorney, was fired from the Justice Department ‘for cause’
Gates maintains that he left of his own accord. 'They were angry I resigned,' he...
Orange County boys basketball preview: Talented Santa Margarita at No. 1
Santa Margarita starts the 2025-26 season ranked No. 1 in Orange County. Our boys basketball...
Man arrested in sting operation in a Huntington Beach hotel is convicted of molesting 2 girls
Jason V. Esparza, 60, was arrested in April 2023.
Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 40 rankings, Nov. 11
Fryer shares how he voted this week in the Orange County football poll.
Former Huntington Beach AYSO youth soccer coach sentenced to 30 years in prison for producing child pornography
Mark Phillip Oster, 65, pleaded guilty last year.
Orange County football Top 25: Mission Viejo, Santa Margarita share No. 1
Santa Margarita moves into a tie with Mission Viejo for the No. 1 spot in...
Former Huntington Beach City Attorney Michael Gates resigns from DOJ, returns to City Hall
The former Huntington Beach city attorney will return to Surf City to serve as chief...
Albano’s football blitz: First round of CIF-SS playoffs delivered surprises
Dan Albano reacts to the opening week of the playoffs and looks toward the next...
Santa Ana man arrested on suspicion of fatal shooting in Huntington Beach
The shooting happened about 2:30 p.m. Sunday in the area of Ash Lane and Mandrell...
Sam Thomson leads Edison football past Huntington Beach in CIF-SS playoffs
Thomson throws three touchdown passes as Edison beats its crosstown rival in the first round...
Fryer: Predictions for all divisions of the CIF-SS football playoffs
Steve Fryer's predictions for every division in the CIF Southern Section football playoffs.
Orange County plans Veterans Day 2025 celebrations with fields of flags, remembrance ceremonies
If you are a veteran or you would like to participate in commemorating the service...
Tail rotor part disconnected prior to Huntington Beach helicopter crash, agency says
The helicopter was intended to land in a beachside parking lot on Oct. 11.
Army Ranger and local surfer honored in procession through OC
Army Pfc. Jake Chandler died in an off-duty related skydiving accident on Oct. 26 in...
Fryer on Football: Previews and predictions for first round of CIF-SS playoffs
Steve Fryer previews the top Orange County high school football games in the first round...
Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 40 rankings, Nov. 4
Fryer reveals how he voted this week in the Orange County football rankings.
Map: Every OC restaurant featured in ‘Real Housewives of Orange County’ season 19
The Housewives appeared in over two dozen Southern California restaurants. Find out where.
Appeals court strikes down Huntington Beach voter ID law
The appeals court struck down Huntington Beach's voter ID requirement in local elections, ordering a...
Orange County football Top 25: Mission Viejo at No. 1 as regular season ends
Mission Valley is the No. 1 team in the Orange County football rankings going into...
Fryer: San Juan Hills (1-9) gets into CIF-SS playoffs, keeps JSerra out
Despite having to forfeit seven wins, San Juan Hills gets a CIF-SS at-large berth and...
Orange Lutheran and JSerra to play for CIF-SS girls flag football title
OCVarsity's roundup is packed with highlights, stats and stars from the semifinals on Saturday, Nov....
12-year-old boy injured in Huntington Beach helicopter crash is on ‘strong path to recovery’
Oliver Holland suffered a collapsed lung and brain bleed when a helicopter crashed near the...
13 free fun things to do in Southern California in November
The month will be busy with everything from Day of the Dead events to holiday...
Fryer: What we’re likely to see in the CIF-SS football playoff pairings
The brackets, which will be released Sunday morning, will probably have some surprises -- or...
Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 40 rankings, Oct. 28
Steve Fryer reveals his Orange County Top 25 football poll vote, and how he ranks...
Huntington Beach to appeal library censorship ruling
The City Council voted unanimously to appeal a court ruling against its efforts to restrict...
Orange County football Top 25: San Clemente’s win shakes up rankings
San Clemente's win over Los Alamitos shakes up the Orange County football poll to begin...
So Cal Corgi pup Halloween party is a dog’s day at the beach
So Cal Corgi Beach Day drew thousands of cute corgis at a new location in...
Crean Lutheran football rallies from early deficit to beat Huntington Beach
Undefeated Crean Lutheran relies on its running game to take sole possession of first place...
Federal judge in Santa Ana considers sanctions for AI misuse by attorney
"There's no excuse for this," the judge says.
Man arrested in Huntington Beach faces charges for Long Beach fatal shooting
Felipe Zermeno Ramirez, 27, was arrested after an hours-long standoff in which police used tear...
Getting kicked off of Bluetooth while tooling along the 405 isn’t unusual
Interruptions of Bluetooth on the 405 Freeway are commonplace.
Small plane makes emergency landing on sand in Huntington Beach
A city spokesman says the pilot and passenger avoided injury after the plane was unable...
Beachwood in Huntington Beach honors the late ‘father of Wine Country cuisine’
The brewery and restaurant will be adding three dishes to its menu from Oct. 23-Nov....
Fryer: CIF-SS playoffs process needs a small change to reward worthy teams
Beckman girls volleyball is the latest Orange County team to miss out on the playoffs...
No drowning deaths in Huntington Beach this summer, a first in 7 years
A mock diving rescue just south of the pier showed how agencies work together in...
Huntington Beach voter ID case centers on ‘burden’ for voters
A California appeals court heard arguments Wednesday in the cases challenging the city's voter-approved ID...
Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 35 rankings, Oct. 22
How Fryer voted this week in the Orange County Top 25, plus his teams for...
Fryer on Football: Previews and predictions for Week 9’s top games
Steve Fryer previews the top Orange County high school football games this week, including a...
Visit HB CEO Kelly Miller retires, reflects on tourism in Surf City
When Miller stepped into the role of CEO for Visit Huntington Beach 12 years ago,...
Two Orange County restaurants throwing ghoulish Halloween bashes
While most fright night fun involves waiting at home for trick-or-treaters, two Orange County restaurants...
Orange County football Top 25: Mission Viejo stays at No. 1 in Week 9
Mission Viejo is No. 1 in the Orange County football poll for the second week...
1 bicyclist killed, 2 injured when car hits them in Huntington Beach; Long Beach driver arrested
The crash was reported about 6:45 a.m. at Pacific Coast Highway and Beach Boulevard.
Los Alamitos football races past Edison at SoFi Stadium to stay undefeated
Lenny Ibarra rushes for 216 yards and two touchdowns as Los Alamitos improves to 8-0...
Fryer: Top teams ready to run in Orange County Cross Country Championships
The Orange County Cross Country Championship will feature many of the county's top teams and...
What to know about the local ‘No Kings’ protests planned for Saturday, Oct. 18
The 2nd round of nationwide 'No Kings' protests are planned across Southern California. Here's what...
Huntington Beach boys water polo solves Los Alamitos in OT thriller
Sophomore Devin Riley scores the game-winner late in overtime to lift Huntington Beach, which lost...
Fryer on Football: Previews and predictions for Week 8’s top games
Steve Fryer previews the top Orange County high school football games this week, including St....
Steve Fryer’s Orange County football Top 35 rankings, Oct. 14
Fryer reveals how he voted this week in the Orange County football rankings.
Cars ‘N Copters drew huge crowds Sunday following helicopter crash
The annual showcase of exotic cars and helicopters carried on as planned in Surf City,...
Orange County football Top 25: Mission Viejo back at No. 1
Santa Margarita's win over Mater Dei shakes up the top of the Orange County rankings.
Football roundup: Servite, Dana Hills, Villa Park, Brea Olinda win in Week 7
OCVarsity's roundup is packed with highlights, stats and stars from the games Friday.