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Combine the suave suits from 'Mad Men' with the swagger of James Bond--and you end up with Henry Cavill and Armie Hammer in their spy film.
Researchers say getting more sleep improves academic performance. But is it feasible to push back middle and high school start times?
Warm garlic bread, mozzarella, basil, vinegar ... VERY easy!
Orange County sheriff's deputies will deploy DUI saturation patrols in three south county cities.
Criticizing the state's new mandatory vaccination law, Carly Fiorina is quoted, saying, “California is wrong on most everything, honestly."
Local gas prices spiked by nearly 10 cents in two days, but there may be relief if ExxonMobil's Torrance refinery gets approval to reopen.
Three people were hospitalized due to a chemical spill at a laboratory at the University of California, Irvine.
With temperatures climbing past 100 in many communities, authorities are advising precautions and conservation to avoid power outages.
Sunday August 30 we are hosting an open house for 31589 Aguacate Rd. from 1:00 to 4:30pm in the charming city of San Juan Capistrano.
The UV Index is expected to climb so high Friday, a fair-skinned person can burn in four minutes.
Academic Performance is Plummeting At CUSD Because Of A Lack Of Adequate Funding
A San Juan Capistrano man faces charges for allegedly pointing a laser at a Los Angeles Sheriff's Department helicopter.
Because of the new moon this week, the 'shooting stars' will be more spectacular, an astronomy expert said.
The U.S. Olympic Committee announced today that it is working to make Los Angeles the nation's contender for the 2024 Summer Olympics.
The school district is looking for input on its current and future needs for improving its classrooms and campus facilities.
With temperatures 10 degrees above normal forecast over the next several days, authorities are warning residents to take precautions.
Only 20 percent of the population can afford a home in Orange County where the median price is $713,000.
A Texas woman alleges the theme park's carelessness caused her paralyzed son to get 'crushed' on the ride.
San Juan Capistrano-based non-profit received $5,000 for holiday gift program for military families in 2014
A former football executive spearheading the Carson stadium projects said he is “absolutely certain” the teams will play in LA by 2019.
A heat wave headed in from Texas is expected to spike temperatures by more than 10 degrees over the next several days.
The mayor proposes a $4.5 billion budget for hosting the 2024 Summer Games.
Rodney Quine was convicted of first-degree murder, kidnapping and robbery.
Young Augustus contemplates that the labels others have put on him are not adequate.
Got an idea for technology related to therapeutics, consumer health, medical devices or diagnostics? Money is available.
A-G Completion Rates Continue to Decline
The college, NFL and broadcasting great died Sunday at the age of 84.
Mariners 936 Sea Scouts of Dana Point harbor sees 4 of its finest achieve an award marking dedication and excellence
This concludes a West Coast swing that began in Seattle.
Temperatures across California will be blazing hot in the days ahead. We have your heat wave safety checklist to keep your loved ones safe.
Need a new job? Check out the Patch Jobs Board in your town for the newest listings across the state.
San Clemente Choral Society is pleased to announce our Fall 2015 Season - "Holidays Past and Present". Come sing with us!
Browse fine arts, enter a corn eating or hula hoop contest, or head to the county fair. There's plenty of fun waiting for you.
Looking for a new career? The state offers competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great retirement program.
The filmmakers of “Shaun the Sheep Movie” share the secret to Shaun’s universal appeal.
The RSM resident and retired LAPD detective allegedly has a gambling problem as well as a storied career handling notorious crimes.
A San Clemente man faces more than 200 years in prison for bilking hundreds of investors with a phony apartment flipping scheme.
A Consumer watchdog group is accusing oil refineries of gouging California drivers and is calling for legislation to reign them in.