The Orange County Sheriff’s Department (OCSD) is investigating one of its own after receiving a tip an employee was at the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6 riot. Sgt, Dennis Breckner told The Epoch Times the department launched the probe after someone turned over photos of an OCSD staffer at the rally. “A member of…
Sheriff’s Office Probes Claims an Employee Participated in Capitol Riot
January 20, 2021
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New Round of Small Business Grants Rolls Out in Irvine
January 20, 2021
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The City of Irvine received more than $722,000 from the County of Orange to help small businesses affected by COVID-19, city officials announced Jan. 19. However, at least one councilmember said that even though the money will be helpful, it’s not enough. “The grant money is critical to our small businesses, especially our retail and restaurants, which have been deeply…
Convicted Felons Charged with Unemployment Benefit Fraud
A trio of Southern California felons—including a convicted murderer—were charged with allegedly swindling the state for unemployment benefits during the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) virus pandemic. Rosalva Bahena, from Fullerton, was among those charged for allegedly conspiring to defraud the Economic Development Department (EDD). Her latest charges add to an already colorful criminal history, which…
After Biden Swearing In, NYPD Reevaluating Security at Trump Tower
New York police officers are reviewing the security presence at Trump Tower following President Joe Biden’s inauguration. “From now through the inauguration we will have a robust presence at Trump affiliated locations included Trump Tower on 5th Avenue,” the New York Police Department (NYPD) told news outlets in a statement before the inauguration. “After the…
Two Horses Die in Training at Los Alamitos Ahead of License Discussion
CYPRESS (CNS)—State regulators will renew their discussion on extending an operating license for Los Alamitos Race Course Jan. 21, a few days after two horses died while training at the Cypress track. According to the California Horse Racing Board’s website, Don’t Stop Looking, a 3-year-old filly, and Noor Khan, a 4-year-old mare, died Jan. 17….
Fierce California Winds Fan Fires, Topple Trees and Trucks
SANTA CRUZ, Calif.—Months-old embers from a deadly California fire were blown back to life Tuesday by powerful winds that raked the state and prompted safety blackouts to tens of thousands of people. Firefighters chased wind-driven blazes up and down the state, trees and trucks were toppled, Yosemite National Park was forced to close and two…
Flag-Carrying 11-Year-Old Takes Big Steps to Thank Law Enforcement
On any given Saturday morning, people living in Southern California might catch a glimpse of 11-year-old Jordan Ramirez taking his weekly stroll. He isn’t difficult to spot. Ramirez dresses in military fatigues and carries a large “Thin Blue Line” American flag as he walks from police station to police station, often accompanied by an escort…
US Soldier Arrested in Alleged Plot to Blow up 9/11 Memorial
A U.S. Army soldier was arrested Tuesday for allegedly plotting to blow up the 9/11 Memorial in New York City. Cole James Bridges, 20, spoke to an FBI employee who was posing as someone else about a plan to blow up the memorial, according to a criminal complaint. Bridges also spoke with the employee, who…
Orange County Supervisor Names Next Super Vaccination Site
As it looks to ramp up its inoculation efforts, Orange County will open its next COVID-19 super vaccination site at Soka University Jan. 23, The Epoch Times has learned. Orange County Supervisor Lisa Bartlett said the Aliso Viejo campus will serve as the second major point of distribution (POD) for the region. Soka University confirmed…
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Fullerton Council Postpones Retail Cannabis Discussion
Retail cannabis is coming to Fullerton, California, but the timeline has become increasingly unclear. Certain details about the ordinance, which officially went into effect on Dec. 17, were scheduled for discussion at the Jan. 19 Fullerton City Council meeting. However, the council narrowly voted to reschedule the conversation for Feb. 16. Mayor Pro Tem Nick…