Halloween 2013: Americans to Spend $330M on Pet Costumes

The National Retail Federation estimates that about 158 million Americans will celebrate Halloween this year.

Hobby Lobby Gets Called Out on Jewish Decorations

A New Jersey customer's inquiry about why the craft store chain does not carry Jewish holiday decorations has spurred an internal investigation.

Map: What Are the Richest Parts of Town?

The map below shows the median income in blocks across your neighborhood as reported by the US Census Bureau.

Who's Hiring This Week in Lake Forest

The latest employment opportunities from Patch partner CareerBuilder.

Who's Hiring This Week In Lake Forest?

The latest employment opportunities from Patch partner CareerBuilder.

Orange County Posts Lowest Jobless Rate in Southern California in August

The rate for Orange County declined to 6.2 percent from 6.5 percent in July and was the lowest in Southern California.

Who's Hiring In Lake Forest This Week?

The latest employment opportunities from Patch partner CareerBuilder.

Taste of Lake Forest Today at Foothill Ranch Towne Centre

Chance for the community to sample more than 30 restaurants for (gulp!) only $7.

Fresh & Easy Finds Billionaire Buyer From SoCal

America-based purchaser says El Segundo-based U.K. chain has "a tremendous foundation." Fresh & Easy has a store in Lake Forest.

Watch: Patch Reporter Eats Kangaroo Meat at Slater's 50/50

Hobby Lobby Is Open, Occupies Old Mervyn's Store

Stretch of Portola Parkway might as well be known as Craft Row with Hobby Lobby, JoAnn's and Michaels in the same area.

Trabuco Canyon Development Violates State Law, Court Rules

The 113-acre development is planned east of Santiago Canyon Road, just north of Cook's Corner.

S & P Colluded With Banks Leading to Economic Collapse, Prosecutors Allege

A federal judge in Orange County gave prosecutors the nod to temporarily continue with a $5 Billion lawsuit, alleging Standard & Poor's downplayed securities risks, leading to the 2008 recession.

Sony's New Ultra HD TV (Sponsored)

Sony's new high-definition television shifts the focus from size to clarity. Sponsored by Sony.

OC a Bright Spot in Economic Outlook, Economists Say

Cuts in federal spending and insurance company losses won't hold back a surging OC economy largely thanks to a robust local housing market, Chapman economists forecast.

In Household Income Survey, Lake Forest is 14th

A study of 560 U.S. cities ranks the OC suburb near the top.

Unemployment Drops in Orange County

Jobless figures for March were lower than February and better than state and national averages.

Roaches Close Lake Forest Afghan Restaurant

Learn who the health department closed earlier this month in Mission Viejo.

Who's Hiring in Lake Forest: Ross, Foothill Auto Service and Chipotle

If you have retail experience, there’re a few local jobs that may suit you.

A Twist on the Traditional Irish Car Bomb

Total Wine & More has all the pairing for the favorite St. Patrick's Day drink.

Where to Get Your Cowboy On

A Lake Forest shop outfits San Juan Capistrano and beyond.

OC Goodwill Goes Green for St. Patrick's Day

Stores in Orange County are offering green clothing and accessories to residents planning to celebrate St. Patrick's Day on Sunday.

Do Lake Forest Residents Have Unusual DVD Tastes?

Judging from the top titles at one video rental shop, locals don't necessarily follow national trends.

Video: Fastest Toy in Lake Forest Hobby Shop

Yesteryear's comparatively clunky cars and planes have been upstaged by models that travel 100 mph and up.

Who’s Hiring in Lake Forest: Oakley, Verizon and Saddleback Church

If you’re a natural salesman or have a calling in ministry, you’re in luck this week.

Who’s Hiring in Lake Forest: Apria, City of Lake Forest and PS Business Parks

If you’re good with numbers or have any HR experience, these local jobs might pique your interest.

Watch: Local Flash Mob Breaks Out at Main Beach

Dancers from a Lake Forest studio got together recently to do what dancers usually do, flash mob style.

BP Sues City Councilman

Adam Nick, who operated an Arco gas station in Lake Forest, allegedly owes $177,000 to parent company British Petroleum.

State Settles with Foothill Health Group Over Nursing Home Violations

The Foothill Ranch Skilled Healthcare Group has agreed to implement improvements after 76 citations ranging from medication errors to dehydrated and malnourished patients with bed sores at its nursing homes.

Wet Seal Announces Workforce Reductions, Executive Leaving

The company is eliminating 35 positions, though some are already vacant.

Pricier Burritos in Lake Forest? Chipotle Prices ‘Likely’ to Increase in 2013

Higher dairy and meat costs could push prices higher later this year, a company official said.

$1 Coffee Wednesdays at 7-Eleven

The promotion runs weekly in January at participating stores.

OC Firms Are Part of Tech-Show Flash

Expensive ultrahigh-definition TVs and a portable wireless router for use in a hotel room are among products that OC companies are showcasing at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas.

Thursday's Foothill Ranch Farmers Market Lineup

Find out which vendors are scheduled.

San Onofre Offers Nuke Info in Laguna Hills

Representatives of the power plant will have an "off-site open house" on Thursday.

Irvine Spectrum Food Court to Close

A bigger Irvine Improv will replace five fast-food spots.

Fresh & Easy May Close Stores

The British-based grocery chain prepares to pull the plug on its 199 U.S. supermarkets. Offers to buy the chain are already surfacing.

Goodwill Wares: Gone Today? More Tomorrow

The O.C. thrift stores remind shoppers of deals for new and used clothing, electronics and holiday decor. And new items come in daily, they say.

Lack of Hot Water Briefly Closes Chile Fresco

Health inspectors briefly closed a Lake Forest Mexican food restaurant on El Toro.

Electric Bills to Jump 5% in Lake Forest

Southern California Edison wins state OK for the increase. It had requested a 16.6 percent hike.