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• Fatal crash closes westbound lanes on Ortega Highway

  23-12-2017 23:26 via ocregister.com
  
  A Sigalert until further notice was declared at 1:55 p.m. for the westbound lanes of Ortega Highway near Hot Springs Canyon Road, according to the California Highway Patrol website.
  A 911 call came in around 1:16 p.m. from someone involved in a collision, the CHP log stated. The crash involved two vehicles, one of which was a Ford Expedition. The coroner was called around 1:58 p.m., but little other information was available.
  Ortega’s eastbound lanes remained open.
  
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• 2 arrested after purses worth $35,000 stolen from Neiman Marcus at Fashion Island

  23-12-2017 23:12 via ocregister.com
  
  A Friday night report of shoplifting at Fashion Island in Newport Beach led to a chase involving several police agencies that ended with two arrests in Brea.
  Around 7:53 p.m., a man and woman reportedly stole $35,000 in high-end purses from Neiman Marcus – the second major theft reported at the mall this year – and fled in a white Mercedes, according to Newport Beach police.
  They were pursued by several Orange County law enforcement agencies and the Huntington Beach police helicopter
  
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• Bonsignore: Jeff Fisher taking credit where it isn’t due, and still making excuses for failures

  23-12-2017 23:01 via ocregister.com
  
  In the spirit of the holiday season, it’s probably best we simply let Jeff Fisher’s comments about the Rams remarkable turnaround season, and the over-inflated role he believes he played in it, slide.
  On the night before Christmas, with Sean McVay and Jared Goff and Todd Gurley and Aaron Donald one win away from delivering to their fans and Los Angeles an NFC West division championship — and who could have imagined that big shiny gift sitting under their Christmas tree one year
  
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• Kartje: Blake Bortles is far from the ‘trash’ some made him out to be

  23-12-2017 22:14 via ocregister.com
  
  He was a punchline. And that may be putting it nicely.
  Jadeveon Clowney called him “trash”. Earl Thomas deemed him “subpar”. Just two months ago, perhaps those depictions of Blake Bortles would have been accurate. After all, he entered this season as the unquestioned face of terrible passers everywhere, a former high draft pick with 11 wins and 51 interceptions to his name, whose greatest value was as a garbage-time fantasy scorer.
  By almost every statistical measure, he
  
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• Firefighter killed in Thomas fire ‘died a hero,’ chief says at his funeral

  23-12-2017 22:12 via ocregister.com
  
  Grieving family, friends and colleagues gathered at a Liberty Station church on Saturday to salute and say goodbye to a firefighter from Escondido who died facing down the Thomas fire, the largest wildfire in California history.
  The private late-morning service at The Rock Church honored the memory and sacrifice of Cal Fire engineer Cory Iverson, who served the state agency for more than eight years prior to his Dec. 14 death in the line of duty. He had previously served Iverson with a
  
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• Ducks Gameday: Long trip ends with visit to two-time Stanley Cup champs

  23-12-2017 21:49 via ocregister.com
  
  PITTSBURGH – Fresh off their first overtime win in a back-and-forth triumph over the New York Islanders, the Ducks finish off their lengthy road trip with a visit to PPG Paints Arena to face the two-time Stanley Cup champion Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night.
  Hampus Lindholm played a big role in the Ducks (15-13-8) capturing their second win among their five previous stops by getting his first career hat trick. His third goal came in overtime for their first triumph after his team&rsqu
  
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• Skatepark Coalition plans fundraising concert for lights at Ralphs Skate Court

  23-12-2017 21:28 via ocregister.com
  
  The San Clemente Skatepark Coalition is trying to raise $50,000 to help the city add night lighting to Ralphs Skate Court.
  The coalition says it has raised $12,000 and the Friends of San Clemente Foundation has added $9,000.
  Next step is a 6:30 p.m. fundraising concert on Wednesday, Dec. 27, at OC Tavern, 2369 S. El Camino Real, featuring Stink, Inc., a local band consisting of five skateboarders ages 8 to 12. The band will play 20-minute sets at 6:30 and 7:30 p.m, said Stephanie Aguilar, coalit
  
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• Jared Goff took a big leap this year, from maligned rookie to Pro Bowl sophomore

  23-12-2017 21:08 via ocregister.com
  
  NASHVILLE — Casinos don’t take prop bets on such things, but what would have had lower odds in August: Jared Goff making the Pro Bowl, or Jared Goff losing his job as Rams quarterback?
  It seemed, at best, a push in training camp, when even Hall of Fame running back Eric Dickerson opined that Sean Mannion should supplant Goff. Now, Goff has helped the Rams to the verge of their first NFC West title since 2003, and soon Goff officially will join the Pro Bowl roster in only his second s
  
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• Chargers must beat Jets to remain part of playoff picture

  23-12-2017 20:45 via ocregister.com
  
  Like most NFL coaches, Chargers defensive coordinator Gus Bradley doesn’t like making any one opponent seem more important than any other.
  “If you make one game so big, and you don’t succeed, you’re trying to get them out of that dark cloud for a couple of days,” he said. “You really don’t have that time in the NFL.”
  Lose this one, though, and time will no longer be a precious commodity.
  The Chargers visit the Jets on Sunday (10 a.m. PT, CBS), thei
  
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• To cut waste and trash buildup, county encourages coordination of...

  23-12-2017 20:19
  Furniture and other items no longer wanted or needed by homeless people living in tent encampments is abandoned along the Santa Ana River Trail in Orange County. To cut down on waste, the county is encouraging the public to donate through service providers.
  
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• Rams vs. Titans: Who has the edge?

  23-12-2017 20:10 via ocregister.com
  
  RAMS (10-4) at TITANS (8-6)
  When: Sunday, 10 a.m.
  Where: Nissan Stadium, Nashville
  Line: Rams by 6.5
  TV/radio: Ch. 11; 710-AM, 93.1-FM, 1330-AM (Spanish)
  RAMS OFFENSE vs. TITANS DEFENSE
  Rams coach Sean McVay faced some criticism in recent weeks for not giving the ball enough to running back Todd Gurley, but the Rams might want to pass this week, particularly since early forcecasts for snow in Nashville have been changed to clear skies. The Titans have allowed opponents to rush for an average of
  
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• Jonah Hill’s brother dead at 40; Jordan Feldstein was Maroon 5’s manager

  23-12-2017 20:04 via ocregister.com
  
  LOS ANGELES – The Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office on Saturday confirmed the death of Jordan Feldstein, the brother of actor Jonah Hill and manager of the rock group Maroon 5.
  Feldstein’s time of death was 9:13 p.m. Friday, Dec. 22, said Lt. Dave Smith of the coroner’s office.
  Variety, citing the Feldstein family, reported the cause of death as a heart attack. Feldstein reportedly called 911 Friday night and complained of shortness of breath. He died shortly after para
  
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• NFL Week 16 preview: Predictions, analysis and start times for every game

  23-12-2017 19:49 via ocregister.com
  
  LAST WEEK AGAINST THE SPREAD: 5-9-2
  SEASON RECORD: 107-108-6
  DETROIT AT CINCINNATI
  Kickoff: 10 a.m.
  Outlook: With Aaron Rodgers out, the Lions had a bit of life breathed into their playoff hopes. The next two games, including this one, are especially winnable. But they’ll need some help, regardless. If the Panthers or Falcons lose out from here and the Lions win out, they’re in. Might be a tough ask, but we’re saying there’s a chance. Matthew Stafford has come back from w
  
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• Video of service for firefighter Cory Iverson is streamed live

  23-12-2017 19:38 via ocregister.com
  
  A memorial service for Cory Iverson, a firefighter who died while battling the Thomas fire in the Fillmore area of Ventura County, is being held in San Diego on Saturday morning, Dec. 23.
  Iverson, 32, was an engineer for Cal Fire based in San Diego.
  Gov. Jerry Brown was among many people expected to attend the service, being held at Rock Church on Rosecrans Street.
  The church is streaming the service live. You can watch it here.
  Thousands of people came from throughout California
  
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• 10 Southern California dive bars that have no cover charge for New Year’s Eve

  23-12-2017 19:25 via ocregister.com
  
  New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to mean high-priced bottle service and exorbitant cover charges that get you nothing more than a noisemaker and maybe a balloon drop.
  But you can still have a good time without starting 2018 with an overdrawn bank account by taking a walk on the dive bar side.
  Emily Thomson is a bartender at Lost & Found, where there’s a New Year’s Eve party planned with free champagne in Los Angeles Saturday, December 16, 2017. Forget about having to dress
  
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• Chargers at Jets: Who has the edge?

  23-12-2017 19:13 via ocregister.com
  
  CHARGERS (7-7) at JETS  (5-9)
  When: Sunday, 10 a.m. PT
  Where: MetLife Stadium
  Line: Chargers by 6.5
  TV/Radio: Ch. 2; 640-AM, 980-AM (Spanish)
  CHARGERS OFFENSE vs. JETS DEFENSE
  The Jets defense is below-average against both the run and the pass, though Leonard Williams remains one of the more talented defensive ends in the league despite a down season. The Chargers also likely wouldn’t mind trading rookies with New York. No. 6 overall pick Jamal Adams has shined at
  
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• To cut waste and trash buildup, county encourages coordination of community donations at river bed homeless encampments

  23-12-2017 19:09 via ocregister.com
  
  Worried donations over the holidays to homeless people living in the tent encampments along the Santa Ana River Trail will end up abandoned, the public is being encouraged by officials to coordinate with homeless service providers working with the county on outreach.
  “We’re grateful to everyone lending a hand and we’re just trying to promote the best means possible so that things don’t go to waste,” said Jennifer Nentwig, a spokeswoman with the Orange County Chief E
  
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• Eat New Year’s Eve dinner at these Southern California casinos

  23-12-2017 18:58 via ocregister.com
  
  Whether or not you have plans to get your drink and party on or simply indulge in a New Year’s Eve meal, these Southern California casinos have you covered.Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa
  32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage. 760-321-2000, hotwatercasino.com.
  Grand Palms Buffet: Enjoy traditional holiday fare such as roasted turkey, mango glazed smoked ham and leg of lamb. Seafood options include oysters on the half shell, assorted sushi, chilled poached shrimp and Alaskan king c
  
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• Countdown NYE returns to San Bernardino — here are 9 acts you can’t miss

  23-12-2017 18:48 via ocregister.com
  
  If you want to go into the new year with pulsating electronic dance music and tens of thousands of like-minded fans, Countdown NYE returns to the NOS Events Center in San Bernardino Dec. 30 and 31.
  The Insomniac-produced festival has multiple stages and some of the biggest names out there — including Deadmau5 and Porter Robinson — as well as some notable new faces.
  The event will happen rain or shine 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. each night, so guests should dress accordingly.
  There are more than
  
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• Bob Baffert’s barn hasn’t slowed down as Santa Anita winter meet nears

  23-12-2017 17:28 via ocregister.com
  
  ARCADIA — Don’t feel too sorry for Bob Baffert. Sure, he no longer has 2015 Triple Crown winner American Pharoah or 2016 Breeders’ Cup Classic champ Arrogate in his barn, but the Hall of Fame trainer’s roster of talented thoroughbreds is far from lacking for the upcoming year.
  Collected and West Coast, second- and third-place finishers in last month’s Breeders’ Cup Classic at Del Mar behind probable 2017 Horse of the Year Gun Runner, will return in 2018. Both
  
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• Home showings can draw crowds

  23-12-2017 16:46 via ocregister.com
  
  Our low inventory condition creates a variety of interesting situations.
  A mad rush to take a look at a new listing often ensues. A revolving door might be a great idea for the first open house, based on the constant stream of visitors.
  Here are a few tips and some polite protocol to consider when you’re out house hunting.
  Be Aware of Your Surroundings: If there are other people in the house when you arrive, make sure you identify the host or hostess. This will most likely be the listing a
  
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• O.C. ‘Real Housewife’ Tamra Judge buys home for $1.585 million

  23-12-2017 16:24 via ocregister.com
  
  Orange County “Real Housewife” Tamra Judge has closed sale on her second home in Ladera Ranch, and she’s celebrating on Instagram.She wrote in a slideshow, “We got the keys tonight 🍾 can’t wait to make new memories with this crew. Big giant thank you to @shelleyblackrealestate my dear friend who called me one day and said “ you need to buy this house “. Love you @shelleydblack ❤️ #weboughtthehouseHouse 
  
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• Where to ring in 2018: New Year’s Eve events in Southern California

  23-12-2017 16:01 via ocregister.com
  
  Wherever you live, there’s an event to welcome in 2018 with music, dancing and maybe a little bubbly.
  LOS ANGELES COUNTY
  Candi Pop Dance Party: Lights & Music presents this turn-of-the-millennium-themed dance party extravaganza at The Satellite in Silver Lake. Attendees can spend their New Year’s Eve grooving to  bubblegum pop favorites including Spice Girls, ‘N Sync, Madonna and Britney Spears, to name a few. Expect plenty of glitter, lollipops, rainbows and unicorns.
  
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• Late strike by Wallace lifts Corona del Mar past Newport Harbor in wild match (video)

  23-12-2017 15:54 via ocregister.com
  
  NEWPORT BEACH SpaceX put on its show just before halftime. Sophie Wallace delivered her performance in the final seconds.
  The rising junior scored on a direct shot from about 5 meters with 33 seconds left in the fourth period to help rally Corona del Mar’s girls water polo team past visiting Newport Harbor, 7-6, in a wild Battle of the Bay match Friday night.
  Freshman Grace Myers followed Wallace’s strike with a steal near midpool in the final seconds, sealing the victory for Corona
  
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• Late strike by Wallace lifts Corona del Mar past Newport Harbor in wild match

  23-12-2017 15:54 via ocregister.com
  
  NEWPORT BEACH SpaceX put on its show just before halftime. Sophie Wallace delivered her performance in the final seconds.
  The rising junior scored on a direct shot from about 5 meters with 33 seconds left in the fourth period to help rally Corona del Mar’s girls water polo team past visiting Newport Harbor, 7-6, in a wild Battle of the Bay match Friday night.
  Freshman Grace Myers followed Wallace’s strike with a steal near midpool in the final seconds, sealing the victory for Corona
  
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• Most Influential 2017: Rida Hamida and Benjamin Vazquez bring halal tacos, cultural mingling, to mosques throughout Southern California.

  23-12-2017 14:45 via ocregister.com
  
  Their simple idea — to unite two seemingly disparate communities in Orange County, Muslims and Latinos — began over food.
  In late 2015, Rida Hamida, 39, a Muslim of Anaheim, and Benjamin Vazquez, 46, a Latino of Santa Ana, started talking about how people from their respective cultures could learn from each other and benefit each other while sharing a meal in Anaheim. Over the next year, they worked on a variety of community projects that, indeed, brought together local Mus
  
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• Soka University Peace Gala earns $1 million for scholarships

  23-12-2017 14:00 via ocregister.com
  
  “Thank you” was the refrain of students holding candles as they lined the bridge over Peace Lake at Soka University of America’s Aliso Viejo campus. They were expressing gratitude to each of the 488 supporters making their way to the university’s 13th annual Peace Gala, who would by the end of the evening donate a whopping $1 million to fund scholarships that give deserving youths a chance to earn a college degree.
  Jim Amp, Sheila Peterson, Fritz ColemanSosa CFO Arch Asaw
  
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• Officials ID man who died after fistfight

  23-12-2017 13:17
  Jason Baird, of Fullerton, gets out of a GMC Yukon that had been pulled over at Glassell Street and Baywood Avenue, Orange. He was commanded to walk backward toward armed police officers.
  
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• Branden Oliver eager for larger role after injuries to Chargers running backs

  23-12-2017 12:34 via ocregister.com
  
  The last time Branden Oliver faced the Jets, the Chargers running back looked like a star.
  This Sunday at MetLife Stadium, he has a chance to prove he hasn’t burned out.
  Over three years ago, the undrafted rookie from the University of Buffalo broke out for two touchdowns and 182 yards from scrimmage — a performance that helped cap a 31-0 shutout by the Chargers. In just the third game of his career, Oliver looked like he belonged. When he wasn’t bouncing off tacklers, he shook
  
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• Federal judge issues injunction blocking ban on transgender troops

  23-12-2017 10:05 via ocregister.com
  
  LOS ANGELES >> A federal judge in Los Angeles today issued the fourth nationwide preliminary injunction halting President Donald Trump’s attempt to ban transgender individuals from openly serving in the military while it is challenged in the courts.
  Federal District Judge Jesus G. Bernal ruled the ban was discriminatory and unlawful.
  The suit was filed by seven transgender individuals either serving in the armed forces or intending to enlist and the lesbian, gay, bisexual transgender
  
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• Storm leaves at least 53 dead in southern Philippines

  23-12-2017 09:25 via ocregister.com
  
  ZAMBOANGA, Philippines >> A tropical storm unleashed flash floods and set off landslides in the southern Philippines at a peak time for travel and Christmas preparations, leaving at least 53 dead and several missing, officials said Saturday.
  Mayor Bong Edding of Zamboanga del Norte province’s Sibuco town told The Associated Press by telephone that a search and rescue was underway for more than 30 people swept away by flash floods in the fishing village of Anungan. Five bodies have be
  
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• Colton pimp gets 34 years to life for trafficking 15-year-old girl, 2nd victim in Orange County

  23-12-2017 09:22 via ocregister.com
  FULLERTON — A 29-year-old pimp from Colton has been sentenced to 34 years to life in prison for the rape and human trafficking of a 15-year-old girl in Orange County; and the pimping and pandering of a second victim.
  Raymond Lee Gibson was convicted in October of forcible oral copulation, forcible rape. lewd acts on a child, human trafficking of a minor, pandering a minor, pimping a minor, assault with force likely to produce great bodily injury and pimping and pandering.
  Raymond Lee Gibso
  
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• Yorba Linda homebuying in October: 11 things to know

  23-12-2017 09:20 via ocregister.com
  
  Yorba Linda homebuying cooled as pricing dipped in October.
  Here are highlights of ReportsOnHousing house-hunting data for resales of existing detached and attached residences in the community.
  This analysis includes October trends based on closed sales: sale counts; average price vs. average list price; highest and lowest price paid in the month; average cost per square foot and average size; plus, based on broker listing networks stats on Nov. 20, the “market time” metric comparing
  
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• JT Daniels’ reclassification endorsed by quarterback guru Bob Johnson

  23-12-2017 08:54 via ocregister.com
  
  The best decision for JT Daniels.
  That’s how former Mission Viejo football coach and private quarterback guru Bob Johnson views the decision by the Mater Dei junior signal caller to reclassify for the class of 2018 and enroll early at USC.
  “He’s ready,” Johnson said Friday, several hours after Daniels’ announcement. “That’s a wise decision for him because of the credentials he has.”
  But Johnson, who tutored multiple USC quarterbacks, including his
  
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• Family gifts toys in boy's honor

  23-12-2017 08:41
  When Robert and Katie Zadak found out their son, Nick, would have a break from chemotherapy treatment, they knew exactly what to do with the free time. First, they told Nick's doctors.
  
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• University boys improve record to 8-2 with 79-71 nonleague victory over Sonora (video)

  23-12-2017 08:19 via ocregister.com
  
  University’s boys basketball team overcame a 6-point halftime deficit to defeat Sonora, 79-71, in a non-league game at University Friday, Dec. 22, at University.
  The Trojans (8-2) were led by Alex Bray, who had 32 points including five 3-pointers. Bray was held to 11 points in the first half but got un-tracked in the second half. Kevin Yahampath added 13 points and 12 assists and Brandon Liu had 12 points and 12 rebounds for the Trojans.University’s Alex Bray (32 points) talks about
  
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• Lakers rally from big hole, but fall to Golden State Warriors

  23-12-2017 08:03 via ocregister.com
  
   
  Golden State Warriors forward Kevin Durant points after scoring against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Dec. 22, 2017, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)Los Angeles Lakers forward Julius Randle dunks past Golden State Warriors guard Nick Young during the first half of an NBA basketball game Friday, Dec. 22, 2017, in Oakland, Calif. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)Golden State Warriors forward David West (3) looks past Los Angeles
  
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• Cal State Fullerton men’s basketball shares ball, tops Loyola Marymount

  23-12-2017 07:52 via ocregister.com
  
  WESTCHESTER >> Cal State Fullerton’s A-Team was too much for Loyola Marymount on Friday night at Gersten Pavilion.
  Junior Khalil Ahmad scored 25 points, fellow junior Kyle Allman had seven points, eight assists and five rebounds, 6-foot-9 senior Arkim Robertson had 14 points, 13 rebounds and three blocks and Austin Awosika 13 points and three steals as the Titans improved to 7-4 with an 88-80 win.
  Robertson’s 14 and 13 were career highs, and sophomore Jackson Rowe added 19 poin
  
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• Look, up in the sky! SpaceX delivers an awe-inspiring light show across Southern California

  23-12-2017 07:50 via ocregister.com
  
  SpaceX dazzled Californians far and wide with an alien-like light show shortly after sunset on Friday.
  Orb-like clouds permeated with light shot across the sky, inspiring commuters to pull off of freeways and stare.
  The clouds were caused by a Falcon 9 rocket launch from Vandenberg Air Force Base at 5:27 p.m. The rocket’s exhaust plume was illuminated by the sun at high altitudes in extremely clear skies, making it visible for hundreds of miles.
  “Unknown object flying or somethi
  
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• Why are those cool art palettes on streetlights along Coast Highway in Laguna Beach?

  23-12-2017 07:36 via ocregister.com
  
  LAGUNA BEACH – For Lili Corvelli and Alex Gusmer, a day trip to this seaside community gave them just the creative boost they needed for the holidays.
  As the two browsed art galleries along Coast Highway, they saw the hand-painted holiday palettes attached to streetlights.
  Allie Borgerding, 10, left, and Lexi Breault, 14, students at the Parish at St. Edward in Dana Point, look through their winning palettes, two of the twelve winners in this year’s youth palette competition, outside
  
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• Carbon Canyon Road reopens after closure for police activity in Brea

  23-12-2017 07:23 via ocregister.com
  A stretch of Carbon Canyon Road was closed for a time Friday night, Dec. 22 for police activity in Brea.
  Dispatchers said the closure followed a vehicle pursuit that ended with a crash.
  At about 9 p.m. Carbon Canyon Road was closed in both directions between Santa Fe Road and Ruby Street. Brea police warned the public to stay clear of the area. By 11:07 p.m. the road had reopened in both directions, Brea police said in a tweet.
  Investigators were not immediately available for further detail
  
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• Lakers stand behind Kentavious Caldwell-Pope amid ‘very, very unique’ situation

  23-12-2017 07:19 via ocregister.com
  
  OAKLAND – A player serving jail time during the season might cause problems in the locker room of some teams. So far, the Lakers seem to have taken a different approach with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope.
  “Just nonstop giving him (crap) about it,” Andrew Bogut said. “Honestly. Everyone’s asking him what his jail cell’s like and just quotes from the Eddie Murphy movie, ‘Life.’ And every day we just give him (crap) about it because he goes and comes back,
  
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• Coast’s holiday favorites

  23-12-2017 06:55 via ocregister.com
  
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  Normally, I am a coffee drinker. I only mention this because it’s rare when I sip tea. But, on special occasions I brew myself a cup of loose-leaf Earl Grey or fragrant Jasmine pearls with Tea Forte’s non-reactive 23k plated gold infuser. It’s elegant, delicate and the gold infuser makes the experience just a tad more glamorous.
  Available online or Spice Merchants Laguna Beach, 311 Ocean Avenue, Laguna Beach :: teaforte.com
  
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• Orange County girls volleyball player of the year: Santa Margarita’s Devon Chang

  23-12-2017 06:51 via ocregister.com
  
  Winning is always good.
  Winning with best friends is better.
  Santa Margarita senior setter Devon Chang is the Register’s Orange County girls volleyball player of the year. She did a little bit of everything, and did it all well, as the Eagles went 34-9 and won the CIF State Division I championship.
  “About the most fun I’ve had was being in that state championship environment with my teammates,” Chang said. “It was great, winning the state championship and playing wi
  
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• North South Challenge roundup: Dana Hills, San Clemente collect victories

  23-12-2017 06:25 via ocregister.com
  
  RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA – Ben Carr had 19 points and seven rebounds to lead Dana Hills’ boys basketball team to a 50-47 victory over Marina in the North South Challenge on Friday at Tesoro High.
  Carr scored nine of his points in the first quarter, leading the Dolphins on a 12-2 run.
  “He is evolving into our go-to guy,” Dana Hills coach Tom Desiano said of Carr. “He has high energy and is always active. Positive things happen when you’re active and he has a high
  
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• Adopt Tula and Pixie, calm and sweet Papillon mixes

  23-12-2017 06:14 via ocregister.com
  
  Breed: Papillon mixes
  Age: About 18 months
  Gender: Spayed females
  Tula and Pixie’s story: Tula and Pixie were found, terrified and abandoned, in a parking lot. These two tiny, precious girls are very bonded and ideally should be adopted together, however separate adoptions may be considered. They are house-trained and do not require much exercise outside of the home, but they love playing with their toys. A quiet home with older children would be preferable. These girls are extre
  
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• Austin Rivers has career night; Rockets’ James Harden scores 51 again in Clippers’ win

  23-12-2017 06:06 via ocregister.com
  
  HOUSTON — Austin Rivers scored a career-high 36 points with six 3-pointers, and the short-handed Clippers withstood James Harden’s second straight 51-point performance to beat the Houston Rockets 128-118 on Friday night.
  The Rockets, who had a 14-game winning streak snapped by the Lakers on Wednesday, lost consecutive games for just the second time this season and the first since Oct. 28 and 30.Rivers made a 3-pointer with just under three minutes to play that pushed the lead to 117-
  
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• Pot is about to be legal in California — will you get what you thought you voted on?

  23-12-2017 05:49 via ocregister.com
  
  By Laurel Rosenhall, CALmatters
  California is days away from launching a legal marketplace for adults to buy and sell recreational marijuana. On Jan. 1, the state will carry through on a vision voters endorsed by passing Proposition 64 last year.
  A Weedmaps billboard in Hollywood. Photo courtesy CALmattersYet as legal cannabis moves from campaign pitch to reality—amid lots of lobbying by industry groups along the way—some details of the plan have changed. State regulators approved th
  
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• Ducks star Ryan Getzlaf still wary of wearing protective visor

  23-12-2017 05:39 via ocregister.com
  
  CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. – Those that wish Ryan Getzlaf would keep the clear visor that he has been uncomfortable using whenever it’s been required can readily point to his sublime four-assist effort Thursday against the New York Islanders and ask how a protective piece of plastic can bother him.
  It has. It does.
  To some, it makes no sense to not wear one. Players coming into the league have all some type of facial protection while growing up and continue to use visors after the NHL m
  
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• USC basketball rallies for first-round win over Akron

  23-12-2017 05:37 via ocregister.com
  
  HONOLULU — Elijah Stewart scored 20 points, Chimezie Metu 16 and Jonah Mathews 13 and USC rallied past Akron for an 84-53 win in a first-round game of the Diamond Head Classic Friday.
  USC (7-4) overcame a nine-point deficit in the first half and narrowed the deficit to 33-29 at halftime. The Trojans emerged from the break on a 20-5 run with Stewart and Metu scoring 15 to put USC up 49-38 with 14:39 to play.
  The Trojans shot 61 percent (17 of 28) from the field in the second half and were 2
  
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