Orange County

Home prices declined in Los Angeles and Orange counties last month, and sales also saw a pullback from June levels. Specifically, the median price for an existing single-family home in Los Angeles County fell by 2.4% to $888,120 in July. Sales in LA County dropped 8.7% from June, while Orange County's median home price also declined.

Mario Anthony De La Torre was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder. The crime occurred during a violent confrontation at a busy intersection in Orange County. De La Torre killed Juan Murillo, an elderly man.

A man was arrested in Orange County after a hit-and-run crash caused the pedestrian to sustain major injuries in Santa Ana. The suspect has been identified as Rigoberto Martinez Villalpando, 43, of Moreno Valley. Police responded to the crash near Auto Mall Drive and Edinger Avenue on July 27.

An audit of COVID-era contracts in Orange County revealed millions of dollars in grants and funds were awarded by top county officials without competitive bidding or proper accounting. The report notes examples, such as a $500,000 grant to Bridgecreek Realty Investment Corp., that lacked supporting documentation like invoices or receipts. Furthermore, the audit detailed potential conflicts of interest involving funds given to a nonprofit connected to Andrew Do’s adult daughter.

An 18-year-old man was arrested in Orange County after his girlfriend died from injuries following an altercation. The suspect has been identified as Ethan Vidal, who is 18 years old and of Garden Grove. Police were called to the incident on Aug. 9 at a residence located on the 8800 block of Hewitt Place.

A survey revealed that Orange County has some of the highest income growth in America. Furthermore, California has been recording among the highest income growth rates in the country. This strong economic performance persists despite references to economic angst and a billionaire exodus.

Levain Bakery, known for its iconic thick cookies, announced it will be opening its first Orange County location in September. The celebrated bakery is slated to open at Fashion Island in Newport Beach.

An 18-year-old driver was arrested on suspicion of DUI after fatally striking a woman who was walking in an Orange County neighborhood. Authorities identified the driver as Caleb Thomas Baeza, 18, of Mission Viejo.

The news reported two separate arrests involving serious alleged crimes: one man was arrested after an alleged attempt to kill his sister, and another man was arrested in Orange County after a multi-day search for him regarding accusations of killing his father and setting his house on fire. These stories were featured as part of the five things to know segment sponsored by the Lia Auto Group.

Ireland McCaughey and Ben Razin identified an opportunity in traditional 'boring businesses' like laundromats where owners were aging out. After moving to New York, they opened Launderette in Brooklyn, reimagining the space by adding communal seating and work tables. This strategy allowed them to compete on customer experience rather than solely on convenience.

A California man previously employed by an Orange County church was sentenced to 40 years in prison for secretly recording children using spyware and directing juvenile victims to produce child sexual abuse material. Jacob Melvin Hart, 46, of San Juan Capistrano, pleaded guilty to attempted production of visual depictions involving sexual exploitation.

Three Orange County gang members were sentenced to life in federal prison for carrying out a 2017 execution-style killing of a fellow gang member. The victim was a member of a Costa Mesa street gang who had fallen out with an imprisoned Mexican Mafia leader.

The first human case of West Nile virus in Orange County this year has been confirmed in an Anaheim resident. The virus is transmitted by Culex mosquitoes, which contract it from infected birds, and health officials warn of an intense WNV season due to multiple positive mosquito detections.

Orange County health officials reported the first confirmed human case of West Nile virus of the year in an Anaheim resident. They are urging residents to take precautions against mosquito bites as a possible intense season is anticipated.

An out-of-control Tesla crashed into multiple homes, leaving a trail of destruction in an Orange County neighborhood overnight. The incident caused significant damage to several properties in the area.

A 24-year-old man from San Bernardino County died while swimming with a friend off Crescent Bay in Orange County. A 911 call was made just before 7:30 p.m. Monday to report the man missing in the water.

A man died after struggling in the water while swimming with a friend off Crescent Bay in Orange County. The incident was reported to marine officials via a 911 call just before 7:30 p.m. on Monday.

The Orange County Health Care Agency confirmed a measles case in a toddler who recently traveled internationally. Health officials are notifying individuals potentially exposed to the child in healthcare and other settings. Measles is described as one of the most contagious infectious diseases.

A stolen 30-foot supply trailer containing camping gear for hundreds of children was taken from Camp Agape California, a free church camp in Running Springs. Organizers are seeking the trailer's return while offering forgiveness to the person responsible.

A white sheepdog became a hero in Orange County by assisting first responders to land a helicopter during an emergency. The dog's unexpected action aided rescue efforts at the scene.

Two suspects believed to be part of a theft group targeting Lululemon stores across Southern California were arrested in Orange County. Surveillance footage from July showed the group ransacking a Lululemon store in Irvine and stealing over $3,000 in clothing before fleeing the scene.

A Ladera Ranch resident warns about a rare cancer cluster in Orange County affecting children and teens, specifically bone and soft tissue cancer. The condition is exceptionally rare, impacting approximately 200 to 240 young people nationwide annually.

A 39-year-old man from Orange County is accused of multiple child sex crimes, including indecent liberties with a minor. The charges are outlined in the article's title and content.

Herbicides are being used to control weeds in Orange County waterways, prompting calls from environmental advocates for the spraying to stop. ABC7 On Your Side is investigating the situation.

Orange County mosquito control officials warn residents to use mosquito repellent as the county may face its worst West Nile virus season on record.

A violent kidnapping in Chino Hills ended with the shooting deaths of both the victim and suspect, prompting an expanded investigation into Orange County. The San Bernardino Sheriff's Department served a warrant near Benchmark, Crossover, related to the homicide.

An Orange County police department is mourning the death of Police K-9 Mirk, who died on June 17 following a medical emergency. The Brea Police Department announced the loss of their four-legged officer.

Jamba, known for smoothies and juices, is testing handcrafted sandwiches in Orange County, California, as part of a limited nationwide rollout. The new items are available only in Orange County and a few other selected markets.

A woman wanted for kidnapping a child in Florida was arrested in Alabama after drones and Flock cameras tracked her vehicle. The suspect, Jenay Dominique Burns, was captured without incident, and the endangered child was safely recovered.

An alleged serial Tesla vandal linked to more than a dozen incidents over the past two weeks has been arrested, authorities in Orange County, California announced Wednesday.

An alleged serial Tesla vandal linked to more than a dozen incidents over the past two weeks has been arrested in Orange County. Irvine police shared video of the suspect spray-painting a Tesla in a shopping center parking garage near Michelson Drive and Carlson Avenue on July 17 at about 10:30 PM.

New video shows the police shooting death of a 15-year-old Santa Ana boy during a mental health crisis. The incident occurred on June 14 in the 3400 block of South Main Street, with a 53-year-old man reporting the event.

Emergency crews are responding to a hazardous materials incident in Orange County on Wednesday morning. The Huntington Beach Fire Department confirmed the incident in the 15200 block of News Boy Circle, but officials have not provided details about the cause.

A rare $112M oceanfront compound in California is poised to break a local home sale record and potentially set a new Orange County residential sales record. The property's asking price could surpass existing benchmarks in an affluent California city and across the county.

A tornado warning has been issued for Orange County and other counties. The warning was issued on Tuesday.

Effective August 1, rent increase caps in Southern California will rise due to inflation under California's Tenant Protection Act. The state law allows annual hikes of 8.7% in Los Angeles and Orange counties, and 8.1% in Riverside and San Bernardino counties, with local rent control laws potentially imposing stricter limits.

The Seal Beach rotary club is holding a meeting to address e-bike crashes that have caused serious injuries and deaths in Orange County. City leaders and residents will discuss solutions to incidents involving e-bicycles.

Frank Carter, a 67-year-old cancer survivor from Orange County, Florida, completed a 2,000-mile canoe journey down the Missouri River with his dog, Amos, after overcoming mantle cell lymphoma through immunotherapy. The expedition, which took 64 days and faced extreme weather, followed his cancer treatment at Moffitt Cancer Center.

Wind & Sea restaurant in Dana Point, a beloved Orange County establishment, will close on Sept. 15 after 50 years of serving mai tais.

An Orange County woman accused of running an animal rescue faces felony animal cruelty charges after allegedly locking 18 dogs in a car without water, according to prosecutors. The incidents involved dogs under her care, as stated in the charges.