• Memorial service held for Coachella Valley native killed fighting NorCal wildfires

    Memorial service held for Coachella Valley native killed fighting NorCal wildfires
    Firefighter Garrett Paiz, a Coachella Valley native who died in a car crash while battling the recent wildfires in Northern California,was remembered today as a hero who died doing what he loved and like his fellow firefighters, never put his safety before others.
    Paiz, 38, died on Oct. 16 after the water tender he was driving overturned down a steep hillside in Oakville. Paiz was delivering water tofirefighters battling the Nun Fire, one of several deadly brush fires that scorched Napa and Sono
  • No. 21 USC at Arizona State: TV info, scouting report and prediction

    No. 21 USC at Arizona State: TV info, scouting report and prediction
    NO. 21 USC AT ARIZONA STATE
    When: 7:45 p.m., Saturday
    Where: Sun Devil Stadium, Tempe, Ariz.
    TV/Radio: ESPN; 830 AM/870 AM
    Records: USC (6-2, 4-1 in Pac-12); Arizona State (4-3, 3-1 in Pac-12)
    ARIZONA STATE STATS
    QB Manny Wilkins 156-234, 1,837 yards, 8 TD, 3 INT
    RB Kalen Ballage 93-378, 5 TD
    WR N’Keal Harry 51-627, 3 TD
    LB Christian Sam 68 tackles, 4 tackles for loss, 1 INT
    LB DJ Calhoun 61 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, 2 sacks,
    Arizona State injury report: PROBABLE:
  • Netflix’s ‘The Crown’ is getting a new queen for season 3

    Netflix’s ‘The Crown’ is getting a new queen for season 3
    “The Crown” star Claire Foy will be transforming into Olivia Colman if all things go as planned.
    The Golden Globe-winner and Emmy nominee Foy, 33, will be portraying Queen Elizabeth II when the Netflix series makes its expected return in early December for the second season, but the streamer has already been looking ahead.
    The plan was always to find another actress to portray the monarch in her middle-ages, and Colman, 43, reportedly has been tapped to do the job, although the popul
  • Engaged couple, who loved motorcycle rides, die in Cascade Fire

    Stanley Coolidge, Jr. and Roseann Hannah loved hopping on the back of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle and taking a drive to the beach together or up the coast to Oregon. Mr. Coolidge and Ms.
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  • Clippers coach Doc Rivers focused on guards’ minutes

    Clippers coach Doc Rivers focused on guards’ minutes
    The Clippers didn’t practice Friday, sticking to Doc Rivers’ pattern of taking a day of rest following a game night.
    It’s worked well so far this season, with the Clippers improving their record to 4-0 after a victory Thursday over the Trail Blazers in Portland.
    Rest is important to the Clippers’ coach.
    It became all the more critical to recover from games after point guard Milo Teodosic was injured during the Clippers’ victory Oct. 21 over the Phoenix Suns. The Cli
  • Trinity League Football Podcast: Get ready for Week 9, review Week 8 thrillers

    Trinity League Football Podcast: Get ready for Week 9, review Week 8 thrillers
    The latest Trinity League Football Podcast with OCVarsity’s Dan Albano and insider Scott Barajas previews the Week 9 games and reviews the two thrilling finishes in Week 8.
    LISTEN TO SHOW HERE
    Week 9 schedule, Friday Oct. 27
    Santa Margarita at JSerra
    St. John Bosco v Servite at Cerritos College
    Orange Lutheran v Mater Dei at Santa Ana Stadium
  • UCLA has shot at signature win at No. 12 Washington

    UCLA has shot at signature win at No. 12 Washington
    Three years ago, UCLA visited Husky Stadium as a nationally ranked team on its way to a top-10 finish. Things have changed.
    As the Bruins stumbled toward conference irrelevance, Washington rose to its first conference championship in 16 years and a berth in the College Football Playoff. UCLA (4-3, 2-2 Pac-12) now returns to Seattle at 12:30 p.m. Saturday for a chance at a signature win against the No. 12 Huskies.
    UW’s loss to Arizona State two weeks ago knocked the Huskies (6-1, 3-1 Pac-12
  • Deep inside the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, a sneak peek at the treasures of a 19th-century Chinese empress

    Deep inside the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, a sneak peek at the treasures of a 19th-century Chinese empress
    Walk with me into a hidden world of ancient artifacts where few humans are allowed.
    Beyond rooms with treasures displayed in secure translucent “jewel boxes” at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, my guide enters a deserted hallway and turns right, then left, then right again.
    We come to a pair of thick, heavy and very wide double doors that are locked tight. But my guide has a key card.
    She swipes and a tiny light flashes. In the silence, there is the muffled click of locks unlatch
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  • Tough Questions with ‘dominant’ Santa Ana lineman Francisco Franco

    Tough Questions with ‘dominant’ Santa Ana lineman Francisco Franco
    It’s no secret that Santa Ana’s football team likes to play a physical style and run the ball.
    The Saints (7-1, 3-0) will try to impose that will tonight against Orange (7-1, 2-1) in the teams’ Golden West League clash at El Modena at 7.
    One of the reasons Santa Ana’s strategy works is players such as Francisco Franco. He’s a 6-foot-1, 330-pound senior who plays right tackle and defensive tackle. On offense, he helps clear running paths for running back Allen Pachec
  • Woodbridge could win the Dennis Toohey Fence Post Trophy tonight

    Woodbridge could win the Dennis Toohey Fence Post Trophy tonight
    Beckman won the Dennis Toohey Fence Post Trophy in 2016. Woodbridge is out to bring it home with a victory over University Friday night. If University wins, the Trojans are still in the running too. Tim Burt photoShow Caption of Expand
    It’s week nine of the high school football season and there is still a lot to be decided in the Pacific Coast League.
    Here are a few plots that still need to be played out:Woodbridge meets University Friday, Oct. 27, at University and can wrap up second plac
  • Spain cracks down on Catalonia amid secession bid

    Spain cracks down on Catalonia amid secession bid
    People wave “estelada” or pro independence flags in Barcelona, Spain, after Catalonia’s regional parliament passed a motion with which they say they are establishing an independent Catalan Republic, Friday, Oct. 27, 2017. (AP Photo/Santi Palacios)Catalan President Carles Puigdemont gestures during a session inside the Catalan parliament in Barcelona, Spain, Friday, Oct. 27, 2017. Catalan separatist lawmakers have filed a motion to hold a vote in the upcoming regional parliament
  • Round up time for Tres Hermanos Ranch?

    If you are somewhat new to the area you may not have heard of Tres Hermanos Ranch, once the country ranch getaway for three rich Los Angeles guys.
    The 2,450-acre property is in upper Tonner Canyon, beyond the former Firestone Scout Reserve and can only be reach via private roads. Tres Hermanos and the Scout Reserve are both owned by the City of Industry.
    Since the 1970s, the tiny 12-square-mile City of Industry has gobbled up prime land in San Gabriel Valley and much of Tonner Canyon, including
  • Need to dump prescription drugs? Drop-off sites will be open Saturday

    Need to dump prescription drugs? Drop-off sites will be open Saturday
    The Orange County Health Care Agency is encouraging community members to drop off expired, unused or unwanted prescription drugs between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 28, at more than two dozen locations throughout Orange County.
    Oct. 28 is National Take Back Day, an initiative created by the Drug Enforcement Administration to help reduce the risk of accidental poisoning and overdose as well as the potential for misuse and abuse.
    “This is a great opportunity for folks to clean out thei
  • Orange County restaurants shut down by health inspectors (Oct. 20-27)

    Orange County restaurants shut down by health inspectors (Oct. 20-27)
    Health permits are suspended for major violations. Restaurants must remain closed until inspectors determine problems have been fixed.Lampson Liquor, 5230 Lamspon Ave., Garden Grove; rodent infestation; closed Oct. 26.
    Los Patios Mexican Restaurant, 111 W. Avenida Palizada, Suite 17, San Clemente; rodent infestation; closed Oct. 26, reopened Oct. 27.
    Chef’s Chan, 14250 Culver Drive, Suite B, Irvine; cockroach infestation; closed Oct. 26, reopened Oct. 27.
    The Coffee Bean & Te
  • The right tool makes the job easier

    I’m fairly patient about most things, until there is a home improvement to be done. If a nail needs to be hammered, or a screw tightened, I do not want to hunt through the garage looking for the right tool.
    That’s what shoe heels and dinner knives are for.
    Yesterday, I discovered the downside of my hastiness. After a week of stepping across the large box of unassembled parts in my foyer, I realized the TV cabinet was not going to put itself together. I was hoping for some version of
  • Las Vegas shooter’s brother Bruce Paddock, arrested in Valley Village, pleads not guilty to child porn charges

    Las Vegas shooter’s brother Bruce Paddock, arrested in Valley Village, pleads not guilty to child porn charges
    Bruce Douglas Paddock, who is charged with 20 counts related to the possession of 600 child pornography images, pleaded not guilty on Friday, Oct. 27, 2017. He is the brother of Las Vegas mass shooter Stephen Paddock. Bruce Paddock was arrested in Valley Village. (Image courtesy of LAPD)LOS ANGELES — A brother of the Las Vegas mass killer pleaded not guilty in downtown Los Angeles today to felony charges of possessing hundreds of images of child or youth pornography.
    Bruce Douglas Paddock,
  • Julian Ramirez trying to get past controversial loss

    Julian Ramirez trying to get past controversial loss
    Off-base judging is an unfortunate part of the sweet science, but it can devastate a fighter.
    Julian Ramirez of East Los Angeles was crushed upon hearing the scores of his fight against Abraham Lopez of La Puente in June last year at StubHub Center. Ramirez knew he won. But judges Carla Caiz, Max DeLuca and Fernando Villareal scored it for Lopez by scores of 97-93, 97-93 and 98-92, respectively.
    The card was presented by Oscar De La Hoya’s Golden Boy Promotions, which promoted both fighter
  • Corky Carroll: Good people doing something for a cool dude in need: Surfing for Sumo

    Corky Carroll: Good people doing something for a cool dude in need: Surfing for Sumo
    Sumo Sato, enjoying a laugh in the waters under the Huntington Beach pier, is a spiritual leader among surfers. (File photo/SCNG)Surfing Hall of Fame inductee Sumo Sato speaks to the crowd on hand for the induction ceremony at Huntington Surf and Sport in Huntington Beach in 2016. MARK RIGHTMIRE, THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTERPastor Sumo Sato gives the blessing during the official launch of Surf City’s 100-year-celebration of surfing at the Huntington Beach Pier. (File photo/SCNG)Surfing Hall
  • The steps that formed the city of Yorba Linda

    Much of the groundwork for the newly incorporated Yorba Linda was laid at a four-hour meeting of civic leaders held days before the first City Council session 50 years ago this week.
    Participating in the Oct. 26, 1967, meeting were the five newly elected council members and nine Steering Committee for Incorporation officers. Minutes were taken by Betty Christiansen, the only woman among 27 contenders for the initial council positions. (She placed sixth.)
    Jim Erickson, a cityhood supporter who be
  • 25 lesser-known Halloween songs you need on that party mix

    25 lesser-known Halloween songs you need on that party mix
    It’s almost here — the official weekend of Halloween parties. Whether you’re in need of a soundtrack for your monster mash bash or just something festive to play before the radio turns into 24/7 Christmas songs, we’ve got you covered.
    The entertainment staff from the Southern California News Group pulled together some of their lesser-known favorites to get you in a spooky mood with werewolves, mummies, vampires and more, without your standard “Thriller” and &l
  • Football: Magnolia retires jersey of All-American Al Sanchez

    Football: Magnolia retires jersey of All-American Al Sanchez
    Some Orange County football legends are simply unforgettable.
    Magnolia is one school that remembers its gridiron history and the Sentinels recently honored former standout defensive back Al Sanchez by retiring his No. 10 jersey.
    The effort was led by the Magnolia Boys of Fall Football Alumni and included Sanchez talking to the Magnolia players before their Oct. 13 Orange League and homecoming game against Century. The Sentinels responded by winning their first game, 23-13, at Western.
  • JFK Files: Thousands released but Trump holds back others

    JFK Files: Thousands released but Trump holds back others
    By CALVIN WOODWARD and DEB RIECHMANN
    Associated Press
    WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has blocked the release of hundreds of records on the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, bending to CIA and FBI appeals, while the National Archives came out Thursday night with a hefty cache of others.
    “I have no choice,” Trump said in a memo, citing “potentially irreversible harm” to national security if he were to allow all records to come out now. He placed those f
  • How this man got ‘Buried Alive’ with Edgar Allan Poe

    How this man got ‘Buried Alive’ with Edgar Allan Poe
    On screen, Denis O’Hare as Edgar Allan Poe is brooding and severe, but on the phone he is bright and upbeat.
    “It’s good to be busy; I feel very happy to be busy,” O’Hare said.
    O”Hare will be returning to CBS’ “The Good Wife” and NBC’s “This Is Us” and is in a number of movies coming out over the next year. He also wrote the screenplay for “The Parting Glass,” a movie about his sister’s suicide, and is
  • 543 new homes in Lake Forest: The builder’s story

    543 new homes in Lake Forest: The builder’s story
    John Ho, CEO of Landsea Homes, stands in a nearly finished model home in their IronRidge development in Lake Forest on Thursday, October 26, 2017. (Photo by Mark Rightmire, Orange County Register/SCNG)Homes being built by Landsea Homes in their IronRidge development in Lake Forest on Thursday, October 26, 2017. (Photo by Mark Rightmire, Orange County Register/SCNG)Homes being built by Landsea Homes in their IronRidge development in Lake Forest on Thursday, October 26, 2017. (Photo by Mark Rightm
  • Ex-Dodger Skip Schumaker sells Ladera Ranch home for $2.2 million

    Ex-Dodger Skip Schumaker sells Ladera Ranch home for $2.2 million
    The Convenant Hills home sold for $2.2 million a couple of months after it was listed. (Photo by Bowman Group Architectural Photography)Retired baseball player Skip Schumaker’s Convenant Hills home sold for $2.2 million. (Photo by Bowman Group Architectural Photography)Retired baseball player Skip Schumaker’s Convenant Hills home sold for $2.2 million. (Photo by Bowman Group Architectural Photography)Retired baseball player Skip Schumaker’s Convenant Hills home sold for $2.2 mi
  • Photos: Old Towne Orange’s Treats in the Streets Autumn Festival

    Photos: Old Towne Orange’s Treats in the Streets Autumn Festival
    Ghouls and goblins came out Thursday night for the City of Orange’s annual Treats in the Streets Autumn Festival.
    The free event featured entertainment, games and, of course, trick or treat.
  • Retail-restaurant roundup: First California drive-through only Dunkin’ opens in Lake Forest, Ruby’s Diner adds happy hour

    Retail-restaurant roundup: First California drive-through only Dunkin’ opens in Lake Forest,  Ruby’s Diner adds happy hour
    New drive-through only Dunkin Donuts. (Courtesy Dunkin’)On Saturday, Oct. 28, Kids Rule Sports, a memorabilia store created with kids in mind, openS at The Shops at Mission Viejo. The shop will focus on the local fan base with memorabilia from the Angels and Dodgers, Lakers and Clippers, Ducks and Kings, and Rams and Chargers. (Courtesy of Stan Bruckheim)On Saturday, Oct. 28, Kids Rule Sports, a memorabilia store created with kids in mind, openS at The Shops at Mission Viejo. The shop will
  • Yes, ‘The Dark Tower’ movie still doesn’t work

    Yes, ‘The Dark Tower’ movie still doesn’t work
    Now coming out on DVD, “The Dark Tower,” based on a series of Stephen King novels that combine horror and fantasy, looked like it was going to be a fun ride.
    The books centered on Roland Deschain, something of a medieval knight in Western gunslinger mode. He lives in a place called Mid-World, which runs parallel to our own, and faces off against a bad guy who dresses all in black.
    They both are able to cross back and forth between their world and modern-day Earth, where they enc
  • Coalition incorrectly announces Baghdad, Kurd cease-fire

    Coalition incorrectly announces Baghdad, Kurd cease-fire
    By SUSANNAH GEORGE
    Associated Press
    BAGHDAD — The spokesperson for the U.S.-led Coalition said he incorrectly announced a cease-fire had been reached between the Iraqi central government and the country’s Kurdish minority.
    While talks are ongoing and clashes have temporarily ceased, an official cease-fire had not been declared Friday, Col. Ryan Dillon said, despite his earlier statement.
    Escalating tensions between Irbil and Baghdad erupted into violence earlier this month following
  • Baghdad and Kurds reach cease fire after Kirkuk clashes

    Baghdad and Kurds reach cease fire after Kirkuk clashes
    By SUSANNAH GEORGE
    Associated Press
    BAGHDAD — A cease-fire was reached Friday between Baghdad and Iraq’s Kurdish minority temporarily halting clashes that followed a controversial vote on Kurdish independence last month, according to the U.S.-led coalition.
    The coalition was informed of the cease-fire Friday morning and coalition officials are encouraging both sides to ensure “it’s not just temporary,” Col. Ryan Dillon told the Associated Press.
    Clashes broke out ea
  • Bicyclist dies after being struck by car in Santa Ana

    A bicyclist died Thursday evening, Oct. 26, hours after being hit by a car in Santa Ana, police said.
    The male bicyclist, who has yet to be identified, possibly traveled into oncoming traffic when he was hit around 6:47 p.m. near Main Street and Columbine Avenue, said Santa Ana police Commander Michael Claborn.
    The driver stayed at the scene, and there were no signs of intoxication.
    The man was taken to the hospital. He died at 9:55 p.m., according to the Orange County Coroner’s Office.
    Mo
  • US economy grew at 3 percent rate in July-September quarter

    US economy grew at 3 percent rate in July-September quarter
    By MARTIN CRUTSINGER
    AP Economics Writer
    WASHINGTON — The U.S. economy, bolstered by business investment, grew at a solid annual rate of 3 percent in the third quarter. It marks the first time in three years that growth has hit at least 3 percent for two consecutive quarters.
    The Commerce Department reported Friday that the July-September advance in the gross domestic product — the country’s total output of goods and services — followed a 3.1 percent rise in the second qu
  • Congress might eliminate California state and local tax deductions. Here’s a look at the numbers

    Congress might eliminate California state and local tax deductions. Here’s a look at the numbers
    Congress is debating whether to eliminate the ability of taxpayers to deduct state and local taxes on their federal returns. If these deductions are repealed, almost 30 percent of taxpayers would be affected. Here’s a look at the deduction that 34 percent of Californians claim.
    Distribution of deductions
    According to the Tax Foundation, the state and local tax deductions, known as SALT, are the most popular itemized deductions. In 2013, approximately 43 million households deducted what the
  • Trump responds to California billionaire urging impeachment

    Trump responds to California billionaire urging impeachment
    By KEN THOMAS
    Associated Press
    WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is responding to a California billionaire who has vowed to spend at least $10 million in advertising calling for the president’s impeachment.
    Trump is using Twitter to call Tom Steyer “wacky & totally unhinged.” He says Steyer “has been fighting me and my Make America Great Again agenda from the beginning,” adding the billionaire environmentalist “never wins elections!”
    Steyer r
  • Evacuation orders remain in place as Wildomar fire continues to burn on Day 2

    Evacuation orders remain in place as Wildomar fire continues to burn on Day 2
    More than 300 firefighters continue to battle the Wildomar fire Friday, which has burned about 350 acres, with the latest numbers showing it only 15 percent contained, according to a CalFire/Riverside County Fire Department press release.
    Fire races up a hill from the Wildomar fire burning in the Off Highway Vehicle area Thursday, October 26, 2017. (Photo by Frank Bellino, The Press-Enterprise/SCNG)Fire crews work on hot spots from the Wildomar fire west of Wildomar and south of Lake Elsino
  • Master Your Path to Success, a new book By Sean Golriz

    If you keep wondering what it takes to live the life you are dreaming of and how to get there, you need to read this book!! ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, October 26, 2017 / EINPresswire.com / -- Be the best version of yourself with help from the All Success Academy team led by Sean Golriz . Golriz is certified by the International Board of Coaches and Practitioners, and with all the coaching skills given at his workshops, Golriz also ensures you'll have those lessons at your finger tips wh
  • Celebrity chef Art Smith helps with hurricane relief

    Celebrity chef Art Smith helps with hurricane relief
    Celebrity chef Art Smith, who makes an appearance at this year’s Newport Beach Wine & Food Festival, has helmed the kitchen at the Florida Governor’s Mansion, cooked for celebrities such as Oprah and had brief stints on television. His appearances on “Top Chef” and at numerous food festivals around the globe have launched Smith into super stardom. The country boy now rubs elbows with celebrities, musicians, diplomats, politicians and influencers. Disney tapped him to
  • Things to do in Orange County, Oct. 27-Nov. 2

    Things to do in Orange County, Oct. 27-Nov. 2
    South Coast Repertory presents August Wilsona’s “Gem of the Ocean.” (Photo by Jordan Kubat)FRIDAY, OCT. 27
    Ola Mexican Kitchen Halloween Costume Party: Participate in this costume contest where the top 3 winners will each receive a $100 gift card. There will be live entertainment and drinks available for purchase. Free. 9 p.m.- Midnight. 21040 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach. 714-969-7300 or gopacificity.com
    “Gem of the Ocean”: From the Pulitzer Prize-w
  • Sheriff's deputies have made 180 arrests in Santa Ana Riverbed, ...

    Andrew Kosch of the nonprofit City Net drives a recently donated utility cart through the riverbed homeless encampment in Anaheim on Monday, August 28, 2017. Increased patrols and outreach by deputies has resulted in 180 arrests and more than 1,000 contacts with the homeless to offer them resources, the Orange County Sheriff's Department said on Thursday, Oct. 26. Last month, the agency began patrolling the homeless encampment s along the Santa Ana Riverbed where it wends through Anaheim, Orange
  • If you’re looking for a doggy playmate, check out Tannin

    If you’re looking for a doggy playmate, check out Tannin
    Breed: Yorkshire terrier-border terrier mix
    Age: About 1 year
    Gender: Neutered male
    Size: About 10 pounds, needs to gain a few more
    Tannin’s story: Tannin was brought into a high-volume shelter as a stray. His coat was matted, so it has been clipped short. Bonus: He doesn’t shed! He’s a great little boy, super friendly, easygoing and sweet as pie. Tannin food- and treat-motivated and is still quite mouthy. He is a great candidate for puppy training as he is eager to l
  • Santa Anita statistics, horse racing notes

    Santa Anita statistics, horse racing notes
    SANTA ANITA LEADERS
    Through Thursday
    JOCKEYS / WINSEvin Roman / 15Tyler Baze / 12Kent Desormeaux / 12Rafael Bejarano / 9Corey Nakatani / 9
    TRAINERS / WINSRichard Baltas / 9Peter Miller 9Vladimir Cerin / 6Philip D’Amato / 6Five tied / 5
    STAKES SCHEDULE
    SANTA ANITA
    Saturday• $200,000 Grade II Twilight Derby, 3-year-olds, 1 1/8 miles (turf)• $70,000 Comma to the Top Stakes, 3-year-olds and up, 1 mileSunday• $100,000 Grade III Autumn Miss Stakes, 3-year-old fillies, 1 mile (turf
  • Bob Baffert aiming to add to his Breeders’ Cup success

    Bob Baffert aiming to add to his Breeders’ Cup success
    Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert already sits second behind his good friend D. Wayne Lukas in Breeders’ Cup victories with 14. By late afternoon on Nov. 4, he might be right on the heels of Lukas’ record 20 wins.
    Baffert has pre-entered a personal-high 11 horses for the 34th Breeders’ Cup World Championships at Del Mar on Nov. 3-4, and he has a solid shot to add four victories to his resume with entries in the Classic, Distaff, Sprint and Dirt Mile.
    He’s also got horses p
  • Los Alamitos shakes off early struggles, shuts out Huntington Beach

    Los Alamitos shakes off early struggles, shuts out Huntington Beach
    Los Alamitos’s Keanu Norman (5) leaps over Huntington Beach’s Klaus Himes (26) during the 2nd quarter at Veterans Memorial Stadium. The play was called back on a holding call. Long Beach Calif., Thursday, October 26, 2017. ( Photo by Stephen Carr, Daily Breeze / SCNG )Los Alamitos quarterback Grant Caraway (7) runs for a gain against Huntington Beach’s Caleb Webb (21) during the 2nd quarter at Veterans Memorial Stadium. Long Beach Calif., Thursday, October 26, 2017. ( Photo by
  • Hurtado scores 4 TDs as Cypress tops Western

    Hurtado scores 4 TDs as Cypress tops Western
    ANAHEIM – When No. 21 Cypress lost its Empire League opener to Valencia, the Centurions seemingly did serious damage to their hopes of going to the playoffs or winning the league title.
    Since then, Cypress has won three consecutive games, including a 49-21 victory over Western on Thursday at Western High, and it’s back in contention in the league race.
    Sophomore running back Isaac Hurtado rushed for 193 yards and four touchdowns on 12 carries against the Pioneers (3-6, 0-4). Hur
  • Irvine woman who abandoned her golden retriever with a 42-pound tumor sentenced to probation

    Irvine woman who abandoned her golden retriever with a 42-pound tumor sentenced to probation
    SANTA ANA — The former owner of a golden retriever named Henry, who in May was left at a Newport Beach animal hospital with a 42-pound malignant tumor, was convicted of failing to care for an animal and animal abandonment and sentenced today to three years of probation.
    Sherri Haughton, 52, of Irvine was arrested on March 1 in Irvine after she failed to make a court appearance.
    Orange County prosecutors had charged Haughton in December with four misdemeanors that could have put her behind
  • Photos: Latin American Music Awards 2017 – at the show

    Photos: Latin American Music Awards 2017 – at the show
    The third annual Latin American Music Awards was filled with incredible performances by Camila Cabello, Pitbull, Fifth Harmony, Becky G, Bad Bunny, Prince Royce, Gloria Trevi, Alejandra Guzman, Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizarraga and many more.
    Pitbull, center, performs with Dinah Jane, Normani Kordei, Ally Brooke, and Lauren Jauregui of Fifth Harmony at the Latin American Music Awards at the Dolby Theatre on Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)Princ
  • Beckman takes third place in PCL with 6-5 victory over Northwood in thrilling tie-breaker game (video)

    Beckman takes third place in PCL with 6-5 victory over Northwood in thrilling tie-breaker game (video)
    Beckman’s Aviv Zohman is guarded by Northwood’s Spencer Sellwood in Thursday’s match. Photo courtesy Michael AnNorthwood’s Spencer Sellwood takes a shot against Beckman’s Travis Ruoff Thursday. Photo courtesy Michael AnNorthwood’s Christopher An is guarded by Beckman’s Travis Spaan Thursday. Photo courtesy Michael AnBeckman’s Chase Himler takes a shot while Northwood’s Christopher Pukszta (19), Max Abravanel and goalie Leon Shi defends. Photo
  • Blake Griffin’s 3-pointer at buzzer lifts Clippers past Blazers

    Blake Griffin’s 3-pointer at buzzer lifts Clippers past Blazers
    Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin hits the game winning shot over Portland Trail Blazers forward Al-Farouq Aminu during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017. The Clippers won 104-103. (AP Photo/Steve Dykes)Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin drives to the basket on Portland Trail Blazers forward Ed Davis during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game in Portland, Ore., Thursday, Oct. 26, 2017. (AP Photo/Steve Dykes)Los Angele
  • Orange County crowns 14 league champions in boys water polo

    Orange County crowns 14 league champions in boys water polo
    Th league portion of the 2017 boys water polo season is in the books. Here’s the rundown of the champions by league, and their expected playoff division:
    BOYS WATER POLO
    2017 LEAGUE CHAMPIONS
    Academy: Sage Hill (D5)
    Crestview: Foothill (D2)
    Empire: Pacifica (D6)
    Freeway: Troy (D3)
    Garden Grove: Garden Grove (D7)
    Golden West: Segerstrom (D3)
    North Hills: Canyon (D4)
    Orange: Katella (D6)
    Orange Coast: Laguna Beach (D2)
    Pacific Coast: Corona del Mar (D2)
    Sea View: San Juan Hills (D4)
    South Co
  • Dont’a Hightower is out, but Chargers aren’t letting down against Patriots defense

    Dont’a Hightower is out, but Chargers aren’t letting down against Patriots defense
    COSTA MESA — The Patriots have given up 166 points this season, sixth-most in the NFL.
    They have allowed 167 first downs, just two fewer than the winless 49ers.
    And they have surrendered 2,987 offensive yards, the worst mark in the league.
    Just don’t tell that to the man in charge of attacking that defense this weekend.
    “It sure didn’t look like they struggled last Sunday night,” Chargers offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt said this week. “I don’t buy

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