Category: Orange County

Veteran Cemetery Finds Home in Anaheim Hills 

ANAHEIM HILLS, Calif.—Officials and veterans gathered July 1 to celebrate the claiming of land for a controversial veteran cemetery in Anaheim Hills. “Today Anaheim is open to veterans,” said Anaheim Councilmember Trevor O’Neil. “I’m bringing a resolution to Anaheim city council later this month to support the veteran cemetery and commit the City of Anaheim [to a] proactive role…


Nurse Accused of Sexually Assaulting Three Patients

SANTA ANA, Calif.–A registered nurse was booked June 30 on suspicion of sexually assaulting three women on separate occasions while he was working in the emergency room of Providence Mission Hospital in Mission Viejo. Paul Alden Miller, 56, of San Clemente was arrested this morning at his residence, said Orange County sheriff’s Sgt. Todd Hylton….


Fire Authorities Warn of Illegal Fireworks Dangers

Independence Day celebrations are never complete without colorful nighttime explosions, but authorities in Orange County, Calif. say lighting firework is no job for amateurs. The improper use of fireworks could spark blazes as the state enters into fire season, said Orange County Fire Authority Chief Brian Fennessy. “To avoid the risk of fireworks and enjoy…


Southern California House Prices Continue to Defy Gravity

Commentary Home price values accelerated across nation in April, according to the most recent data from the S&P CoreLogic Case-Schiller home price indices. The rise was especially sharp in the western U.S. Using January 2020 as the starting point, home prices increased by more than 25 percent in both San Diego and Seattle through the…


Shark Bites Hand of Person Kayaking Near Catalina Island

CATALINA ISLAND, Calif.—A kayaker was airlifted to a hospital for surgery June 30 after being bitten on one hand by a shark near Parson’s Landing at Catalina Island. The encounter was reported at 7:15 a.m., according to lifeguards with the Los Angeles County Fire Department. “The patient and their father were kayaking near Parson’s Landing…


Orange County Takes a Bite out of its Mosquito Population

Southern California cities are preparing for battle against bloodsucking pests this summer as mosquito season picks up. The City of La Habra—which has historically had high mosquito and West Nile virus activity—is conducting its first of many large-scale mosquito sprays June 30. Mosquitoes are responsible for more human deaths than any other creature in the world, killing…


Orange County Cities Prepare to Celebrate Independence Day

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.—On July 8, 1776, the first public readings the Declaration of Independence were held in Philadelphia’s Independence Square heralded by the ringing of bells and band music. One year later, on July 4, 1777, Philadelphia marked Independence Day by adjourning Congress and celebrating with bonfires, bells and fireworks. The annual custom eventually made…


Orange County High School Stays Open During Pandemic, Breaks Athletic Records

An Orange County, Calif. private school that stayed open for in-person instruction throughout the COVID-19 pandemic set athletic records, reported a  high academic performance, and dramatically increased its enrollment, its staff says. Calvary Chapel High School (CCHS) in Santa Ana set a school record during the 2020-21 school year, winning seven league championships, said its athletic director and boys basketball coach…


California Eviction Moratorium Extended

Commentary California’s moratorium against evicting renters claiming a hardship caused by COVID-19—was extended to Sept. 30, despite the state covering the rent tab for those behind on payments. The moratorium was previously set to expire June 30. State legislative leaders and Gov. Gavin Newsom, all members of the Democratic Party, on June 25 announced they…


Slight Increase Raises Average LA Area Gas Price to Highest Amount Since 2014

LOS ANGELES, Calif.—The average price of a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline in Los Angeles County rose to its highest amount since May 3, 2014, today, increasing two-tenths of a cent to $4.304. The average price has increased 14 of the past 15 days, rising 5.8 cents, including one-tenth of a cent on June 28,…