• Yes, you do need to clean your water bottle. Here’s why and how

    Yes, you do need to clean your water bottle. Here’s why and how
    By ADITHI RAMAKRISHNAN, Associated Press
    NEW YORK (AP) — You keep your trusty reusable bottle filled with only clear, delicious water. Do you still need to wash it?
    Experts say reusable bottles get grubby no matter what liquid they’re filled with, and it’s important to clean them regularly.
    Water bottles pick up germs from our mouths when we take a sip, and from our hands when we touch the straw or lid. They’re covered in tiny, tough-to-reach nooks and crannies which can
  • ICE arrests of Afghans are on the rise in the wake of National Guard attack, immigration lawyers say

    ICE arrests of Afghans are on the rise in the wake of National Guard attack, immigration lawyers say
    By SAHAR AKBARZAI, MARTHA BELLISLE, REBECCA SANTANA and JULIE WATSON, Associated Press
    SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — On a recent afternoon, Giselle Garcia, a volunteer who has been helping an Afghan family resettle, drove the father to a check-in with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. She warned him and his family to prepare for the worst.
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  • Trump says he’s fixing affordability problems. He’ll test out that message at a rally

    Trump says he’s fixing affordability problems. He’ll test out that message at a rally
    By JOSH BOAK and MARC LEVY, Associated Press
    WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump will road-test his claims that he’s tackling Americans’ affordability woes at a Tuesday rally in Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania — shifting an argument made in Oval Office appearances and social media posts to a campaign-style event.
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  • Federal Reserve set to cut rate but may signal a pause to come

    Federal Reserve set to cut rate but may signal a pause to come
    By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER, Associated Press Economics Writer
    WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve faces an unusually contentious meeting this week that will test Chair Jerome Powell’s ability to corral the necessary support from fellow policymakers for a third straight interest rate cut.
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  • More people crowdfunded for essential needs in 2025, according to GoFundMe’s year-end report

    More people crowdfunded for essential needs in 2025, according to GoFundMe’s year-end report
    By JAMES POLLARD, Associated Press
    NEW YORK (AP) — More and more people are turning to GoFundMe for help covering the cost of housing, food and other basic needs.
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  • German leader says US strategy shows the need for more European security independence

    German leader says US strategy shows the need for more European security independence
    By GEIR MOULSON, Associated Press
    BERLIN (AP) — German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Tuesday that the Trump administration’s new national security strategy underscores the need for Europe to become “much more independent” from the United States in terms of security policy.
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  • Zelenskyy refuses to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support

    Zelenskyy refuses to cede land to Russia as he rallies European support
    By PAOLO SANTALUCIA and ILLIA NOVIKOV, Associated Press
    ROME (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reaffimed his firm refusal to cede any territory, resisting U.S. pressure for a painful compromise with Russia as he continued to rally European support for Ukraine.
    “Undoubtedly, Russia insists for us to give up territories. We, clearly, don’t want to give up anything. That’s what we are fighting for,” Zelenskyy said in a WhatsApp chat late Monday in whic
  • Dense fog advisory affecting 5 Freeway through Grapevine until Tuesday midday – limited visibility

    Dense fog advisory affecting 5 Freeway through Grapevine until Tuesday midday – limited visibility
    5 Freeway through Grapevine is under a dense fog advisory which was issued by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 2:44 a.m. The advisory is in effect until 11 a.m.
    The NWS Hanford CA states to prepare for, “Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog for elevations between 1000 and 2500 feet.”
    “Low visibility could make driving conditions hazardous,” the NWS said. “If driving, slow down, use your headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.&rdq
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  • Albano’s Fab 5: Orange County girls basketball standouts last week, Dec. 8

    Albano’s Fab 5: Orange County girls basketball standouts last week, Dec. 8
    Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe nowDan Albano’s Fab 5 outstanding girls basketball players last week, Dec. 8, 2025:
    Sarah Aldeguer, Fairmont Prep, Sr., F
    The Princeton-bound Aldeguer averaged 16.5 points and earned all-tournament honors as the Huskies placed fourth at the Troy Classic.
    Kate Duarte, Rosary, Sr., F
    Duarte tallied 30 points and eight rebounds in a 57-35 victory against Buena Park.
    Elle Palmer, Santa Margarita, So., F
    Pa
  • Chargers work overtime to defeat Eagles on Tony Jefferson’s interception

    Chargers work overtime to defeat Eagles on Tony Jefferson’s interception
    INGLEWOOD — Justin Herbert’s fractured and surgically-strengthened left hand was protected by a heavily-padded white glove for the Chargers’ game on Monday night at SoFi Stadium. Nothing could protect him from the Philadelphia Eagles’ onrushing defense, but it really didn’t matter in the end.
    A defensive play won the game for the Chargers.
    Tony Jefferson intercepted a tipped pass at his own 1-yard line and the Chargers took a 22-19 victory over the Eagles in overtim
  • Chargers’ Justin Herbert, Cameron Dicker, Tony Jefferson work OT in victory

    Chargers’ Justin Herbert, Cameron Dicker, Tony Jefferson work OT in victory
    INGLEWOOD —It started with a run, because what else could the Chargers’ count on, deadlocked as they were with the Philadelphia Eagles in overtime Monday night at SoFi Stadium? So, quarterback Justin Herbert kept the ball and raced around the right side for a 12-yard gain and a first down.
    It ended with a one-handed, game-saving interception at the Chargers’ 1-yard line because what else could they have done to preserve a wild and unpredictable 22-19 victory over the Eagles in
  • A Democrat takes on a Trump-backed candidate for Miami mayor in a key Hispanic battleground

    A Democrat takes on a Trump-backed candidate for Miami mayor in a key Hispanic battleground
    By ADRIANA GOMEZ LICON
    MIAMI (AP) — A candidate backed by President Donald Trump and one supported by national Democratic figures face off Tuesday to be the next Miami mayor, in this sun-kissed city shaped by immigrants where both major political parties are watching for a glimpse into their standing ahead of next year’s midterms, particularly among Hispanic voters.If elected, Eileen Higgins would become the first Democrat to lead the city of 487,000 in nearly three decades. A win by
  • Joel Armia’s 2-goal night leads Kings past Mammoth

    Joel Armia’s 2-goal night leads Kings past Mammoth
    SALT LAKE CITY — Joel Armia scored twice, Adrian Kempe had a goal and assist, and the Kings beat the Utah Mammoth, 4-2, on Monday night at the Delta Center.
    Anze Kopitar also scored and Kevin Fiala had two assists to help the Kings win their second in a row following a 2-3-3 stretch. Darcy Kuemper stopped 19 shots for the Kings (14-8-7), who were coming off a 6-0 win against the Chicago Blackhawks on Saturday.
    “I think after that game on Saturday you come in here and feel good about
  • Dense fog advisory affecting 5 Freeway through Grapevine until Tuesday midday – visibility as low as 1/4 mile

    Dense fog advisory affecting 5 Freeway through Grapevine until Tuesday midday – visibility as low as 1/4 mile
    5 Freeway through Grapevine is under a dense fog advisory which was issued by the National Weather Service on Monday at 7:40 p.m. The advisory is in effect until Tuesday Dec. 9, at 11 a.m.
    “Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog for elevations between 1000 and 2500 feet,” can be expected according to the NWS Hanford CA. “Mountain Highways included but not limited to: 41, 58, 152, 168, 198 and Interstate 5.”
    “Sudden encounter of low visibility could make dr
  • Why Congress must rein in the modern presidency

    Why Congress must rein in the modern presidency
    If there is one theme that has shaped recent American politics, it is the steady concentration of power in the presidency. Congress — under both parties — has repeatedly delegated authority that was never meant to rest in a single office. The consequences are now impossible to ignore. The actions of President Donald Trump reveal how fragile our liberties become when one person holds too much power.
    Consider immigration. Peaceful immigrants — individuals working, studying and co
  • Irvine’s Summer Wilson, Trabuco Hills girls team shine at Nike Nationals

    Irvine’s Summer Wilson, Trabuco Hills girls team shine at Nike Nationals
    Irvine High’s Summer Wilson continued her outstanding senior year with a 23rd-place finish in the Nike Cross Nationals on Saturday at Portland, Ore.
    Wilson’s time over the course of 5,000 meters was 17 minutes, 49.7 seconds. Natasza Dudek of Ann Arbor Pioneer won at 16:50.1.
    The Trabuco Hills girls team finished 11th in the team standings. JSerra’s girls finished at No. 21.
    San Clemente’s boys were 15th in the team standings, led by Yohan Anderson’s 71st-place finis
  • Irvine’s Summer Wilson, Trabuco Hills’ girls team compete in prestigious Nike Cross Nationals

    Irvine’s Summer Wilson, Trabuco Hills’ girls team compete in prestigious Nike Cross Nationals
    Irvine High’s Summer Wilson added to her outstanding senior year by finishing in 23rd-place in the Nike Cross Nationals on Saturday in Portland, Ore.
    Wilson’s time over the 5,000-meters course was 17 minutes, 49.7 seconds. Natasza Dudek, a sophomore from Pioneer High in Ann Arbor, Mich., won in 16:50.1.
    The Trabuco Hills girls team finished 11th in the team standings and JSerra’s girls finished 21st.
    San Clemente’s boys were 15th in the team standings, led by Yohan Anders
  • Half-ton bear settles in beneath an Altadena home, thwarting creative efforts to move him out

    Half-ton bear settles in beneath an Altadena home, thwarting creative efforts to move him out
    A massive bear has entrenched himself for several days beneath an Altadena home, showing no intention of moving out amid persistent efforts to displace him and a throng of curious local residents looking to catch a glimpse of the half-ton beast.
    Despite myriad efforts by homeowner Ken Johnson and California Fish and Wildlife personnel, the 550-pound male bear remains under Johnson’s home, so far largely unfettered by radios blasting, ammonia and caramel and cherry scented-lures placed outs
  • 550-pound bear settles in beneath an Altadena home, thwarting creative efforts to move him out

    550-pound bear settles in beneath an Altadena home, thwarting creative efforts to move him out
    A massive bear has entrenched himself for several days beneath an Altadena home, showing no intention of moving out amid persistent efforts to displace him and a throng of curious local residents looking to catch a glimpse of the 550-pound beast.
    Despite myriad efforts by homeowner Ken Johnson and California Fish and Wildlife personnel, the huge male bear remains under Johnson’s home, so far largely unfettered by radios blasting, ammonia and caramel and cherry scented-lures placed outside
  • Orange County football season stat leaders through Dec. 6

    Orange County football season stat leaders through Dec. 6
    Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe nowHere are the Orange County high school football stat leaders after the championship games in the CIF State Southern California Regional.
    The leaderboards are based on season stats published on MaxPreps.com.
    To be included, teams must have stats updated on MaxPreps each Monday by 2 p.m.
    Mission Viejo quarterback Luke Fahey throws the ball during an Alpha League game against San Clemente on Friday, Oct. 17
  • Tyler Skaggs’ widow questioned during testimony about Angel’s pitcher’s potential drug use at own wedding, texts calling him a liar

    Tyler Skaggs’ widow questioned during testimony about Angel’s pitcher’s potential drug use at own wedding, texts calling him a liar
    An attorney for the Los Angeles Angels pressed Tyler Skaggs’ wife and his mother about the pitchers’ illicit drug use and spending habits during testimony in an ongoing wrongful death trial on Monday, Dec 8, as the high-profile case entered what is expected to be the final week of testimony.
    Carli Skaggs, Tyler’s widow, was asked repeatedly about her husband’s alleged drug use during his 2018 bachelor party and around the couple’s wedding, as the eighth week of the
  • Orange County scores and player stats for Monday, Dec. 8

    Orange County scores and player stats for Monday, Dec. 8
    Support our high school sports coverage by becoming a digital subscriber. Subscribe nowScores and stats from Orange County games on Monday, Dec. 8.
    Click here for details about sending your team’s scores and stats to the Register.
    The deadline for submitting information is 10:45 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 p.m. Saturday.
    MONDAY’S SCORES
    BOYS SOCCER
    NONLEAGUE
    Orange 2, Tustin 1
    Loara 6, Kennedy 4
    GIRLS SOCCER
    NONLEAGUE
    Kennedy 4, Whittier 0
    Rancho Alamitos 5, Bassett 0
    &nbs
  • Dodgers trading Teoscar Hernandez ‘doesn’t feel likely’

    Dodgers trading Teoscar Hernandez ‘doesn’t feel likely’
    ORLANDO, Fla. — The Dodgers did their best to douse water on the Teoscar Hernández trade rumors on the first full day of the Winter Meetings.
    “It doesn’t feel likely, but obviously you can never say never on those types of things,” Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes said on Monday. “Like Teo, I know that’s come up. That’s not something we anticipate at all.”
    Earlier, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said that Hernandez is “one of my fav
  • Mendoza, Pavia, Love, Sayin named Heisman Trophy finalists

    Mendoza, Pavia, Love, Sayin named Heisman Trophy finalists
    Two days after leading Indiana to its first Big Ten championship in 58 years, Fernando Mendoza was announced as one of four finalists for the Heisman Trophy on Monday.
    Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love and Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin joined the Hoosiers quarterback as the finalists.
    The winner will be revealed Saturday night in New York.
    Mendoza defeated Sayin and the Buckeyes in the Big Ten championship game on Saturday to earn the No. 1 seed in
  • 5.5 miles of roses and waves: Here’s the 2026 Rose Parade route, and some rosey parade rules to go with it

    5.5 miles of roses and waves: Here’s the 2026 Rose Parade route, and some rosey parade rules to go with it
    Call it the route for the roses, where year after year, mile after mile, Colorado Boulevard transforms from a commercial thoroughfare into some surreal floral spectacle.
    Jan. 1, 2026, will be yet another of those years, another one of those transformations as thousands gather to see the beloved Rose Parade first-hand.
    It’s still 5.5 miles beginning to end. Still, there’s a certain freshness to it every year, with new crowds, new grand marshals, Rose royal courts, and new floats conve
  • From the Boston Tea Party to ‘I Love Lucy,’ the Nixon Library reflects on America’s first 250 years

    From the Boston Tea Party to ‘I Love Lucy,’ the Nixon Library reflects on America’s first 250 years
    To commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States, take a walk down memory lane at the Nixon Presidential Library & Museum.
    Travel back to 1773 and dump a chest of tea off the stern of a boat into a makeshift Boston Harbor.
    Take a close look at an 1820 engraving of the Declaration of Independence, commissioned by Secretary of State John Quincy Adams when the original document was becoming faded and difficult to read.
    Read, in his own handwriting, a letter President Abraham Lincoln se
  • Federal judge throws out Trump order blocking development of wind energy

    Federal judge throws out Trump order blocking development of wind energy
    By MATTHEW DALY and JENNIFER McDERMOTT, Associated Press
    WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Monday struck down President Donald Trump’s executive order blocking wind energy projects, saying the effort to halt virtually all leasing of wind farms on federal lands and waters was “arbitrary and capricious” and violates U.S. law.
    Judge Patti Saris of the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts vacated Trump’s Jan. 20 executive order blocking win
  • How do bands make the Rose Parade? After tears turn to joy, come pizza sales, sponsorships and march-a-thons

    How do bands make the Rose Parade? After tears turn to joy, come pizza sales, sponsorships and march-a-thons
    When you think Rose Parade, your mind goes to all those incredible floats covered in gorgeous flowers and the technical wizardry behind mechanical characters that move, spin, or belch smoke.
    But not so, if you’re a band geek. You think of horns, drums, flag teams and the like, marching for 5.5 miles to throngs of spectators.
    Any marching band lover or participant — but not many viewers — knows that each school or community marching band comes front-loaded with complex logistics
  • LA City Council raises questions about federal Olympic security funding

    LA City Council raises questions about federal Olympic security funding
    LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles City Council members raised concerns about how $1 billion in federal funding for security for the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics will be allocated.Council members expressed reservations about ongoing contract talks between the city and LA28, the local organizing committee, over determining how LA28 will compensate the city for Games-related services.
    The Enhanced City Resources Master Agreement was supposed to be completed by October 1, but city officials remain in
  • ‘Great dad’ who died saving 7-year-old son from drowning on Lake Perris was strong swimmer, wife says

    ‘Great dad’ who died saving 7-year-old son from drowning on Lake Perris was strong swimmer, wife says
    Hadi Ahmadi was so fond of his son that he named his mechanical engineering business, Artin Hadi LLC, after the boy.
    “He loved him so much,” Ahmadi’s wife, Mojgan Manafi, 48, said Monday, Dec. 8.
    The 55-year-old father was credited with saving his 7-year-old boy’s life after their kayak capsized and the two spilled into the water on Saturday at the Lake Perris State Recreation Area. But Ahmadi lapsed into unconsciousness, and even though Artin kept his father afloat, Ahma

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