Man Injured In RSM Garage Fire: OCFA

A man was injured in a garage fire Friday at an apartment complex in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Woman In Her 60s Fatally Struck By Car In RSM: OC Sheriff

The fatal crash was reported just before 8 a.m. Thursday in Rancho Santa Margarita, the Orange County Sheriff's Department reported.

$168K+ In Merch Stolen From RSM Business: 5 Arrested

Five people were arrested on suspicion of stealing more than $168,000 in merchandise from a Rancho Santa Margarita business.

5 Arrested After $170K In Merchandise Stolen From OC Business: Police

“To help prevent crimes like this, business owners are reminded to turn on their alarm systems and ensure they are functioning properly."

RSM Homes May Lose Power Amid Shutoff Warning, Red Flag Event

Dangerous wildfire conditions and feared downed power lines are why South Orange County residents could lose power overnight, SCE says.

4K OC Homes Without Power, 7K+ More Under Power Safety Warning

Southern California Edison initiated a Power Safety Shutoff measure across Orange County. Here's how to check if your power is in danger.

Rancho Santa Margarita Is The Safest City In CA, Per Safewise

Rancho Santa Margarita is once again ranked number one by Safewise in their 2024 Safest Cities report.

Charges Possible In High School Football Sex Assault Investigation

The diocese issued a statement saying police completed an investigation after finding no evidence, but sheriff's officials contradicted it.

OC High School Footballers Accused Of Sexually Assaulting 8 Teammates

Police are investigating the allegations. One victim said he was told, “It’s football, you knew what you what you were signing up for."

RSM Mayor Admits To City Council Campaign Crime

Former Mayor Carol Gamble reached a plea deal with county prosecutors and will pay an undetermined fine for her crime, authorities said.

Head Of OC Agency Blamed For Starting Airport Fire Steps Down: Report

The head of the Orange County agency that started the massive Airport Fire in Trabuco Canyon last month stepped down, the LA Times reported.

Emergency Declaration Reissued For Airport Fire

An emergency declaration was reissued for the Airport Fire as crews continue to make progress in the battle against the flames.

5 Things To Know About The Airport Fire

Firefighters have been making progress battling the massive Airport Fire in Orange and Riverside counties, but closures remain in place.

Airport Fire Containment Grows As Firefighters Assess Damage

Containment lines around the fire slowly increased Friday in part due to "favorable" weather conditions in Orange and Riverside counties.

Airport Fire Shows Signs Of Slowing Its Path Of Destruction

The massive blaze injured ten firefighters, two civilians and destroyed an unknown number of homes after it ignited in Orange County.

Airport Fire's Cause Identified; Evacuation Warnings Spread To RivCo

Firefighters worked through the night to attack the quick-moving flames after the cause of fire was ruled to be "unintentional."

South OC Man Who Sold Illegal Stem Cell-Based Products Pleads Guilty

The Rancho Santa Margarita man marketed stem cell-based products linked to multiple hospitalizations, the Dept. of Justice said.

New Greek Eatery Opens In South OC: What To Know

The Great Greek Mediterranean Grill is celebrating it's Ladera Ranch debut with a Grand Opening event Tuesday.

Hugging Robber Steals Jewelry Off Victim's Neck In OC: Police

“As a reminder to our citizens, please remain vigilant and cautious of strangers approaching you for any reason,” authorities said.

OC Sheriff Warns South OC Residents Of Attempted Break-In

Orange County sheriff's deputies have increased patrol checks in Rancho Santa Margarita due to the attempted break-in.

Fire Caused By BBQ Erupts In South OC Home: OCFA

The fire ignited early Sunday morning in Ladera Ranch in the yard of a residential home, the Orange County Fire Authority said.

Brush Fire Breaks Out, Stalls Traffic In Santiago Canyon: CHP

The brush fire was reported at 1:19 p.m. Wednesday in Santiago Canyon and prompted authorities to close lanes on the nearby toll road.

RSM Man Convicted Of Strangling Co-Worker In South OC

The man was convicted Wednesday of strangling a former co-worker during an argument in the victim's Lake Forest garage.

South OC Man Charged With Strangling Friend To Death In Garage

The RSM man strangled his friend to death when she called him an idiot and explained she had been using him, prosecutors said.

Fire Erupts In South OC Home With Residents Inside

The fire was reported shortly before 1:30 a.m. early Friday morning in Ladera Ranch, the Orange County Fire Authority reported.

OC Man Sentenced In Mexican Mafia Christmas Day Plot

A man heard on a wire committing to an attack got a sentencing break out of consideration for his troubled childhood and efforts to change.

Man Falls Over Steep Cliff Trying To Rescue Pet Bird In South OC

The man was trying to rescue his pet bird when he fell over the side of a steep cliff at O'Neill Regional Park Sunday.

Massive Tree Falls In South OC, Blocking Road In OC Canyon Community

Officials said canyon residents can count on the closure of at least one lane of the main road as workers remove the tree.

Flash Flood Watch, Optional Evacuation Order In OC Amid Storm

Authorities issued a voluntary evacuation order for Orange County residents living in the Bond fire burn area due to possible flash floods.

Months-Long Investigation Into RSM Burglary Leads To Arrest

Authorities said the suspect was arrested in Perris after stealing a Rancho Santa Margarita woman's purse in Oct. 2023.

4 Commercial Break-Ins Result In 2 Arrests, $68K In Losses In RSM

The recent crimes in Rancho Santa Margarita involved warehouses and work vehicles, officials said.

Condo Fire Forces Evacuation, Rescue In RSM

The fire was reported at around 11:30 a.m. Sunday in Rancho Santa Margarita, authorities say.

Woman Accused Of Attacking Co-Workers At Ladera Ranch Eatery

A woman was charged Tuesday for attacking two co-workers with a knife in a south Orange County restaurant.

Fire Chews Through Apartment, Displaces Residents: OCFA

The fire was reported Christmas Day in the second-story unit of an apartment complex in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Solo Crash Mangles Car, Injures 1 In RSM: Police

The crash hospitalized at least one person after it was reported Tuesday afternoon, the Orange County Sheriff's Department said.

Man Charged In South OC Attack That Left Woman Comatose

A man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after witnesses reported seeing him dragging a woman out of a house in San Clemente.

Crash Kills 1, Traps A Second In Wreckage On OC Canyon Road

At least one person was pronounced dead at the scene of the fatal crash after it was reported on Santiago Canyon Road.

Robbery Reported In South OC Neighborhood

The robbery was reported at around 5:40 a.m. in the area of Calle Sonoma and Calle Alamitos in Rancho Santa Margarita.

South OC Man Who Shot Security Guard Arrested, Deputies Say

The security guard remains in critical condition after he was shot while sitting in his car in South Orange County.

Firefighter Involved In Deadly Hit-And-Run In South OC Indicted

A veteran firefighter with the Orange County Fire Authority was indicted on a felony charge for a fatal hit-and-run in Dana Point.