Repeat Drunk Driver Sentenced For Running Down Family In South OC

The man admitted to an alcohol-fueled crash that killed a 44-year-old woman and injured her family in Irvine.

OC Homegoods Shopper 'Tag-Teamed' By LA Pick-Pockets: Cops

A woman shopping alone at an Irvine Home Goods had her wallet stolen from her purse. Police say this was part of a much bigger operation.

Burglary Tourism: Chilean Trio Suspected In South OC Burglaries

The arrests took place after police found several items thought to be burglary tools in the car, including pet deterrent and shoe covers.

34 Home Burglaries Reported In South OC City In Past Month

Over the past 35 days, there have been 34 residential burglaries in the City of Irvine, authorities said Monday.

Large Tree Falls On South OC Apartment Building, Displacing Residents

A large tree fell on an apartment complex Thursday, displacing about a dozen residents in Lake Forest.

16 OC Deputies Injured In Explosion At FBI Training Facility

The Orange County sheriff's SWAT deputies were injured in a training exercise Wednesday at an FBI facility in Irvine.

Father Dies In Head-On Crash, Family Seeks Aid In OC

The father of two was killed after he was involved in a head-on crash on Santiago Canyon Road.

2 Killed In Suspected DUI Head-On Crash In Silverado

The crash happened at around 9 p.m. on Santiago Canyon Road and involved two vehicles, authorities said.

Tipsters ID Suspect In Vandalization Of Wildlife Detection Equipment

Irvine police said community tips helped detectives quickly identify a man suspected of vandalizing lifesaving fire detection equipment.

Man Seen On Camera Damaging Wildfire Detection Equipment In South OC

Police Wednesday sought the public's help in identifying the man after he was seen tampering with the life-saving equipment.

South OC Man To Plead Guilty For Firebombing Planned Parenthood

The 21-year-old Irvine man is expected to plead guilty Thursday for his part in the firebombing of a Planned Parenthood clinic.

Local Councilman Arrested On Suspicion Of Domestic Violence

The Lake Forest City Council member was arrested Monday for the second time on suspicion of domestic violence following a 2023 arrest.

Former OC Youth Pastor Charged With Molesting Fourth Teen Boy: OCDA

The 39-year-old Lake Forest youth pastor is charged with molesting at least four teenage boys in south Orange County.

Police Presence Reported In South OC Neighborhood

Residents were urged to steer clear of a Lake Forest neighborhood after a domestic dispute was reported in the area.

Woman Stole Thousands Of Dollars Worth Of Gum In South OC, Police Say

Irvine police released the suspect thief's image Thursday in hopes that someone can burst her bubble.

Man Dies In South OC Motorcycle Crash; 20-Year-Old Critically Injured

Authorities say that neither person on the motorcycle was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

Firefighters Tackle Raging Car Fire On 405 Freeway

The car fire apparently shut down the southbound side of the State route 405 Freeway in Irvine while authorities addressed the scene.

OC Janitors Reach $1M Wage Theft Settlement With Cheesecake Factory

The settlement was reached for 589 janitors who were underpaid while working at Cheesecake Factories in Orange and San Diego Counties.

South OC Man Sentenced For Killing Girlfriend With Tire Iron

A 48-year-old Lake Forest man was sentenced Friday to 25 years to life in prison for killing his ex-girlfriend with a tire iron in Irvine.

Driver Slams Car Through South OC Home, Starting Fire

The car had apparently driven through the wall of an Irvine home just before the fire had started, Orange County firefighters say.

Goose Fatally Struck By Arrow In South OC, Police Seek Information

The Egyptian goose died after being hit by a training arrow near an elementary school in Irvine, police said.

Sex Offender Behind Bars After Teen Reports Rape In South OC

A registered sex offender was behind bars Thursday on suspicion of molesting a 13-year-old girl in Irvine.

Garage Fire Kills Dog In South OC: OCFA

The fire was reported in the 21000 block of Bellcroft Drive in the City of Lake Forest, according to the Orange County Fire Authority.

Police Seek Notorious Porch Pirate Targeting South OC Homes

The 39-year-old man has allegedly been stealing packages off of the doorsteps of Irvine homes for years, authorities say.

Woman Breaks Into Luxury Apartment In OC, Found In Closet

A resident living at Skyloft luxury apartments in Orange County made a startling discovery when she returned home from a weeklong trip.

Man Who Dealt Deadly Fentanyl Dose In South OC Motel Sentenced

The Tustin man was sentenced Monday to time in federal prison for his part in the overdose death that killed a 40-year-old man in 2021.

Condo Fire Hospitalizes 2 In Lake Forest: OCFA

The fire was reported at an condo complex on El Toro Road Sunday night, the Orange County Fire Authority reported.

South OC Man Killed Girlfriend With Tire Iron, Judge Says

A 48-year-old Lake Forest man was convicted Monday of killing his ex-girlfriend with a tire iron in Orange County.

Woman's Body Found Inside Car Submerged In Irvine Lake

A rescue team continued to search the lake for additional victims after pulling a sedan out of the water overnight.

Fire Reported In South OC Amid Windy Weather

The fire was reported at 8:32 a.m. near Bake Parkway and Lake Forest Drive in Lake Forest.

Former General Motors Manager Took $3M+ In Bribes In South OC

The Irvine man was found guilty Thursday of taking more than $3 million in bribes from a South Korean parts supplier.

Woman Groped In Irvine While Taking A Walk, Police Say: Man Convicted

A 23-year-old inland empire man was convicted Wednesday of groping a woman in Irvine, court records show.

African Grey Parrot Stolen From South OC Bird Shop

An exotic bird store in south Orange County asked for the public's help in finding a parrot that was stolen, ABC7 reported.

2 Men Sought After Fight Breaks Out On Soccer Field In Irvine

Authorities sought the public's help Wednesday in finding two men who were seen at a club soccer game where a brawl broke out on the field.

Violent Fight At Soccer Game Breaks Out In South OC

Authorities are investigating a brawl that broke out over the weekend between two soccer teams that led to spectators joining the fight.

5 Freeway Closure Starts Monday In Lake Forest: What To Know

The closure is a part of the Orange County Transportation Authority's freeway improvement project.

Police Seek Info On Fiery Crash That Critically Injured 1 In South OC

The crash was reported Tuesday night at Portola Parkway and the State route 261 Toll Road, the Irvine Police Department said.

Fiery Crash Kills 1, Injures 4 In Orange County

The traffic crash was reported on the Interstate 5 Freeway near Jamboree in Tustin early Monday morning.

Video Of Deputy-Involved Shooting In Lake Forest Released

The shooting occurred in August after a man allegedly stabbed two of his sisters and killed one in Lake Forest.

Man, 27, Who Groped Woman In OC Elevator Pleads Guilty

The man was sentenced to 10 days in jail and 120 hours of community service for groping a victim at a storage facility in Irvine