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Disney Loses Tax Battle, Big Savings for School Budgets

July 10, 2026

Disney World fought another property tax case against the Orange County appraiser and won again. This time the focus was on the Art of Animation Resort, a hotel inside the park. The company argued that the appraiser had overvalued the property each year from 2015 to 2018. The court agreed a

health

Orange County Food Spots Forced to Close Over Pest Problems

July 4, 2026

Health inspectors in Orange County ordered several restaurants to shut down between June 25 and July 2 because of rodent or cockroach infestations and other hygiene issues. The closures were announced each week, with some venues reopening the same day or within a few days once they passed inspection

politics

Katie Porter’s Political Future: Lessons from Her Governor Race Loss

June 27, 2026

Katie Porter isn’t stepping away from politics just yet—but she’s taking a hard look at where she fits in. After losing the California governor race last month, she’s returning to her job as a law professor at UC Irvine, where she’ll teach bankruptcy this fall. That means staying close to home as he

business

Game Studio Faces Wage Lawsuit Over Overtime and Breaks

June 23, 2026

A video‑game company known for popular role‑playing titles has been hit with a legal challenge. Workers in California claim that the studio did not pay required wages or provide proper meal and rest breaks, violating state labor rules. The lawsuit was first filed in the Orange County Superior Court

sports

Skate Spots Bring Kids Together

June 22, 2026

The summer air buzzes with the sound of wheels on concrete as young riders gather at a local skate park. A four‑year‑old boy, who has already spent more than a year on his board, rolls in front of the crowd with energy that rivals older skaters. His mom says he spends four days a week there, learnin

sports

Local Basketball and Soccer Stars Win High School Athlete Awards

June 21, 2026

Two standout students from Orange County high school sports have been recognized for their excellence in 2023. Acen Jimenez, a basketball player from La Habra, took home the male athlete of the year award. He was chosen over two football finalists, Trent Mosley from Santa Margarita and Luke Fahey fr

sports

A Night of Local Legends and Big Wins

June 20, 2026

At the Angel Stadium’s Diamond Club Lounge, the OC Sports Awards lit up with hometown heroes and national stars. The night began with a heartfelt moment as Ann Meyers Drysdale—now 71 and a longtime broadcaster—was welcomed by her close friend Cheryl Miller, the former Trojan legend. Drysdale’s Legac

politics

Iranian‑American Protesters Gear Up for World Cup Showdown in Los Angeles

June 15, 2026

A group of Iranian‑American activists is planning a large demonstration outside the Los Angeles stadium where Iran will face New Zealand in its first World Cup match. They want to wave the old lion‑and‑sun flag, which Iran used before 1979, and urge the team to stop playing if the banners appear ins

art

Music and Hope: A Sound Tribute for Cancer Survivors

June 12, 2026

In a bright corner of South Coast Plaza, music and community collide to celebrate those who have beaten cancer. A local composer‑teacher, known for turning feelings into sound, wrote a four‑minute piece inspired by an Emily Dickinson poem. The melody moves through loss, calm and renewed courage, mir

weather

Big waves take over Southern California beaches

June 10, 2026

Southern California beaches saw some of the biggest waves in years last week, turning usually calm waters into dangerous surf zones. Orange County bore the brunt, with waves reaching up to fifteen feet in places like Newport Beach and Dana Point—so tall they crashed over protective rock barriers. Hu