Tag: Orange County

LA, OC Unemployment Rates Drop In September

LOS ANGELES—Los Angeles County’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate sunk to 4.5 percent in September, down from a revised 5.2 percent in August, according to the latest figures released by the state Employment Development Department (EDD). The 4.5 percent rate was well below the 9.8 percent rate in September 2021. In Orange County, the September unemployment…


1 Killed, 3 Injured in Fullerton Crash

FULLERTON, Calif.—A man died Sunday when his speeding sedan struck a car that turned in front of him in a Fullerton intersection. The crash occurred at 2:47 p.m. at Harbor Boulevard and La Entrada Place, according to Fullerton police Capt. Jon Radus. The initial investigation revealed that a speeding dark gray Kia Forte was northbound…


OC Girl Scouts Receive $2.8 Million from Mackenzie Scott

The Girl Scouts of Orange County recently received $2.8 million from philanthropist Mackenzie Scott, as a part of the largest-ever donation to the Girl Scouts of the USA. “Locally, this is a vital accelerator for Girl Scouts of Orange County’s ongoing efforts to help all girls cultivate the skills and connections to live their best…


6 Cases of Bird Flu Confirmed in Orange County

SANTA ANA, Calif.—Six birds have tested positive for avian influenza A, also known as bird flu, the Orange County Health Care Agency reported. “Avian flu is present in Orange County and while the risk of transmission to humans is low, residents should stay away from any dead birds.,” said Dr. Regina Chinsio-Kwong, Orange County’s health…


Cal State Fullerton Prevents Student Teachers From Working in Placentia-Yorba Linda Schools Due to CRT Ban

California State University Fullerton officials notified the Placentia-Yorba Linda School District this week that it has paused sending student teachers to work in the district due to the school board’s ban on critical race theory (CRT) in curriculum. Earlier this year, the school district approved a ban on the so-called CRT curriculum in classrooms to…


Tustin City Council, School Board Candidates Debate Transparency, Safety, Parental Rights

Candidates for the Tustin Unified School Board, mayor and City Council had an hour-long debate Oct. 17 over some of the most pressing issues in the city and its schools in front of a couple of dozen residents. Tustin School Board District Area 3 In attendance was incumbent Lynn Davis, representative for Tustin School Board…


Orange County Man Found Not Guilty in Mother’s Killing Due to Insanity

SANTA ANA, Calif.—A 37-year-old Laguna Beach man charged with stabbing his mother to death was found not guilty by reason of insanity Monday. Matthew Bryson McDonald is scheduled for a Nov. 4 hearing to determine his commitment term in a mental health facility. Police were called about 10:45 a.m. Aug. 18, 2019, to the Laguna…


Wall Upholding 23 Homes at Strands Beach to Be Repaired After Decade-Long Push

After two failed attempts spanning a decade, a request from the county to rebuild and reinforce a retaining wall at Strands Beach in Dana Point was approved Oct. 13 by the California Coastal Commission. The 5,000-ton wall will now receive another 1,000 tons of armor stone—known for its durability against erosion—as well as replacement of…


Oil Pipeline Operator Set to Pay $50 Million to Settle Suit Over 2021 Spill in Huntington Beach

Groups affected by the 2021 oil spill off the coast of Huntington Beach will receive $50 million in financial compensation from the pipeline operator, Amplify Energy, according to court records filed Oct. 17. The agreement requires Amplify to pay $34 million to fishers, $9 million to property owners, and $7 million to tourism industry, including…


Biden Welcomed to Orange County With Protests

IRVINE, Calif.—President Joe Biden visited Irvine Valley College on Oct. 14, where he spoke to a private crowd of about 100 people about his administration’s efforts to lower prescription and medical costs in the United States, but just outside the campus protesters could be heard seeking to gain his attention. The majority protesting were of…