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Winning Lottery Ticket + New Home For Orphaned Cubs: Saturday Smiles
A robotic kitchen assistant named "Chippy." Plus, the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast.
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Animals
Orphaned Bear Cubs Take Road Trip To New Home In Amarillo, Texas
The two orphaned bear cubs had spent more than a year at the San Diego Humane Society's Ramona Wildlife Center.
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Business
Disneyland Adds MagicBand+ Interactive Tech To Resort Wear: How To Buy
Get off the phone and put on the MagicBand+ —wearable technology that expands your Disneyland Resort for the first time on the West Coast.
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Morongo Casino And Resort Hiring 100 People In Cabazon: What To Know
Restaurant workers, housekeeping staff and many other forms of hotel operations workers are sought if you have the drive to "go beyond."
Some Knott's Berry Farm Chaperones To Receive Free Park Entry
Knott's Berry Farm will offer free entry to the annual Knott's Scary Farm event for chaperones who accompany five minors.
Community
County Supervisors OK New Transportation Guide To Comply With CA Law
The new guide will provide criteria for analyzing the transportation impacts of proposed developments in unincorporated areas.
More Than $150K For Local Charities Raised At South OC Rodeo Event
The 20th annual Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo saw record-breaking attendance and two days of rodeo fun.
Rancho Santa Margarita council members will decide whether or not to increase homeless outreach services provided by Mercy House.
South Orange County Cheerleading Squad Rallies To Support Teen In Need
The cheer career of one spectacular Mission Viejo teen was put on hold after a devastating diagnosis of an aggressive form of Leukemia.
Supervisors Approve Plan To Hire More Veterans, Open Resource Center
The board voted to help veterans by hiring more of them to work in government and establishing a resource center in East County.
Supervisors OK Next Step Toward Community Benefit Program
The board voted to advance a program designed to protect communities where large-scale projects are proposed.
Vintage Board Games Displayed At Heritage House In Riverside County
"It's Your Move: The Games We Play" exhibit will be open Fridays through Sundays in Riverside until Thanksgiving week.
The ticket had the winning numbers 13, 16, 28, 33, 45 but was missing the Mega number 9.
Entertainment
5 Classic Alfred Hitchcock Movies Coming To Murrieta Big Screen
Films from the "master of suspense" will screen in October at Reading Cinemas Cal Oaks.
'Arctic Rescue' Straddle Coaster To Open In 2023 At SeaWorld San Diego
Arctic Rescue will be the longest and fastest straddle coaster on the West Coast, according to the theme park.
Muse To Bring 'Will Of The People' Tour To San Diego
The tour will feature special guest Evanescence.
Events
Betty White Auction Brings In $4 Million, Overshoots Predictions
The most expensive sale at an auction of Betty White's belongings was $78,000 — on an item that was originally valued between $1,000-2,000.
Danville's Annual 'Serve Day' Hands Residents Opportunity To Give Back
CPC Danville is hosting its 7th annual Serve Day. Here's how you can trade in old denim, prep meals, pick up trash and more.
Fall Fest Returns To Historic San Timoteo Canyon Schoolhouse
Fall Fest takes place at the schoolhouse in Redlands and is free to attend.
Get In The Spooky Spirit With Dana Point Halloween Contests, Events
Mark your calendars, Dana Point residents — the city has a whole slew of events planned in anticipation for the holiday.
Manhattan Beach Hometown Fair Celebrates 50 Years
The annual community fair will honor its history and provide a place where all are welcome to enjoy a weekend of activities.
Pacific Airshow Returns To Orange County, Residents May Hear Noise
Orange County residents can stream the entirety of the Pacific Airshow on Hulu. Here's what to know.
Peltzer Farms' Annual 'Pumpkin Festival' Underway In Temecula
The event is a tradition that was inaugurated by the Peltzer family in 2007.
Residents Invited To The Lake Forest 'Spooktacular' This October
Residents interested in an evening of escape rooms, laser tag and pumpkin carving contests in Lake Forest can mark their calendars.
Restaurant Week Announced In Mission Viejo: What To Know
Residents on the hunt for delicious deals can join in on Mission Viejo Restaurant Week starting Oct. 10.
'Rooted in Nature' Craft Brew Festival Returns To Wildomar
Beer takes centerstage at next month's festival, but the event is all about local youth and nature education programs.
That's A Wrap!: Calabasas Film Festival A Success Despite Venue Hiccup
Despite losing its venue just a week before opening, the Calabasas Film Festival wrapped up after successful screenings.
Veterans Day Event At Flabob Airport Returns After Pandemic Shutdown
The popular event celebrating the Pass Area veterans will return once more at Flabob Airport.
What You Need To Know About Shaqtoberfest In Long Beach
The Halloween celebration hosted by basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal starts Sept. 29 alongside the Queen Mary.
Health
Best Friends Donate Kidneys To Orange County Couple In Need
When Orange County resident Ron Morales found out he needed a kidney transplant this week, his best friend stepped up to help.
Community Rallies Behind District Schools Nurse With Long COVID
Community-members donated to support Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District nurse Maya Lindemann, who developed long COVID in 2020.
Restaurants
Robot Chef 'Chippy' Debuts At Chipotle In Orange County
The Newport Beach-based company is introducing its newest hire: a chip-making robot named "Chippy."
School
Here are the top schools in the state, according to a new ranking by education platform Niche.
UCLA Purchases Former Marymount California University Campus
After a lengthy interview and selection process, MCU chose UCLA as the buyer of its former campus and housing site in San Pedro.
Sports
Rams Invite Late Agoura High Student's Family, Team To Practice
Carter Stone loved football, and he worked every day to get better. After his sudden death, the Rams invited his family to practice.
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