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The Ivys at Providence Park and The Laurels
This is a great gated neighborhood in Costa Mesa's South Coast Metro area that is mostly hidden and unknown. Susan Street, just north of the 405 Freeway and west of Fairview Road, is where this neighborhood is located.
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The LAB Anti-Mall
The LAB stands for "Little American Business," and that is exactly who we are and what we promote. The LAB began its quest to battle retail boredom more than 25 years ago, when it was recycled from a night-vision goggle manufacturer!
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OC Fair & Event Center
The OC Fair & Event Center (OCFEC) is a 150-acre event facility in Costa Mesa, California. The Orange County Fair, Costa Mesa Speedway, Centennial Farm, and Pacific Amphitheatre are all located on the property, which is visited by approximately 4.3 million people each year.
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COSTAMESA NEWS
Santa Ana: Two Fatalities and Multiple Injuries in Wrong-Way Crash
News Summary A tragic series of vehicle collisions in Santa Ana has led to two fatalities and several injuries. A pedestrian was struck on Edinger Avenue, and a wrong-way driver...
OCTA Addresses Grand Jury Recommendations on Rail Protection
News Summary The Orange County Transportation Authority responds to a grand jury report that highlights the need for expedited beach restoration and better permit processes to protect rail tracks in...
Vaca Steakhouse to Expand with New Location in Downtown LA
News Summary Vaca, a celebrated Spanish steakhouse from Orange County, is set to open a new location in Downtown Los Angeles. Executive chef Amar Santana and co-owner Ahmed Labbate aim...
Newport Beach Advances Big Canyon Park Restoration Project
News Summary Newport Beach is set to initiate the last phase of its extensive nature restoration project at Big Canyon Park, backed by a $6 million budget approval from the...
Santa Ana City Council’s Grant Decision Stirs Debate
News Summary The Santa Ana City Council’s choice to return a $7 million child care grant from California has ignited controversy, as it was made without council input. City Manager...
Hancock College Football Opens 2025 Season Against OCC
News Summary The Hancock College football team kicks off its 2025 season against Orange Coast College this Saturday at 2 p.m. Coach Ricky Aguilar aims to build on their previous...
Claire’s Announces Closure of Over 290 Store Locations in California and Beyond
California, September 2, 2025 News Summary Claire’s Holdings LLC is set to close over 290 retail locations across the U.S., including 25 in California, following its recent bankruptcy and sale. This...
Long Beach Implements New Self-Checkout Staffing Ordinance
Long Beach, California, September 2, 2025 News Summary Long Beach, California, will introduce a new ordinance requiring staffing at self-checkout stations in grocery and drug stores starting September 21, 2025. This...
California Office of Tax Appeals Gains Expanded Authority
California, September 2, 2025 News Summary California’s Office of Tax Appeals (OTA) has acquired expanded authority to challenge tax regulations from state agencies. This change follows a recent opinion by Attorney...
SCHOOL NEWS
Arlene Schafer Retires After Years of Service in Costa Mesa
News Summary Arlene Schafer was honored for her 28 years on the Costa Mesa Sanitary District board as she retires, stepping down to spend more time with her family. Throughout...
Widespread ICE Raids Spark Fear in Southern California Communities
News Summary Recent ICE raids across Southern California have caused significant unrest, with nearly 50 detentions reported. The operations targeted various cities and raised concerns among local families. Community protests...
Carly Pearce Returns to Taylor Mill, Kentucky
News Summary Carly Pearce, the renowned country music artist, recently visited her hometown of Taylor Mill, Kentucky, where she performed at her former elementary school. During this nostalgic trip, she...
Tragic Stabbing of 15-Year-Old Soccer Player in Costa Mesa
News Summary Allison Castillo, a promising young soccer player from Costa Mesa, was fatally stabbed in a random attack. The assault, carried out by a man with a criminal history,...
Tragic Death of Teenage Soccer Player in Costa Mesa
News Summary A tragic stabbing incident in Costa Mesa has resulted in the death of Allison Castillo, a 15-year-old student and aspiring soccer player. Despite emergency medical efforts, she succumbed...
Back-to-School Expo Supports Costa Mesa Students and Families
News Summary The Newport-Mesa Unified School District hosted a back-to-school expo in Costa Mesa, attracting around 2,000 attendees. The event provided essential resources such as haircuts, hygiene kits, backpacks, and...
Parental Rights Movement Reshapes Education Policies Across America
News Summary A national movement advocating for parental rights in education is gaining momentum, driven by concerns over school policies regarding gender identity and parental involvement. Recent events, including legislative...
Soccer6 League Celebrates 15 Years of Community Soccer
News Summary The Soccer6 league, a community soccer organization, marks its 15th anniversary, bringing together over 15,000 players since its inception. Founded by Mac and Idalia Thompson, Soccer6 promotes fun...
Orange County Cities Prepare for Safe Fireworks Celebrations
News Summary As July 4 approaches, twelve cities in Orange County are preparing for safe and sane fireworks sales. This year, the city of Orange joins others in allowing inspected...
Winthrop University News
Hancock College Football Opens 2025 Season Against OCC
News Summary The Hancock College football team kicks off its 2025 season against Orange Coast College this Saturday at 2 p.m. Coach Ricky Aguilar aims to build on their previous...
Orange Coast College Players Achieve Major League Success
News Summary Two former Orange Coast College baseball players, Eric Wagaman and David Morgan, have made it to Major League Baseball, marking a significant milestone for the college’s program. Wagaman...
Orange Coast College Planetarium Grand Reopening
News Summary The Orange Coast College Planetarium in Costa Mesa will reopen on March 1 after significant upgrades to its projection system. The event will feature free hourly screenings of...
Orange Coast College Softball Team Secures Narrow Victory
News Summary On May 9, 2025, the Orange Coast College (OCC) softball team defeated Fullerton College 3-2, with standout performances from sophomore McKenzie Koshi. Koshi began the scoring with an...
Dr. Marie Wingyee Lau Explores Quasars at OCC Planetarium
News Summary On April 25, 2025, Dr. Marie Wingyee Lau delivered an engaging lecture on Quasars at the Orange Coast College Planetarium. As part of the Skylark Speaker Series, she...
Free Masterclass with Grammy-Nominated Engineer in Costa Mesa
News Summary Orange Coast College is hosting a free masterclass titled ‘Finding Your Frequency’ led by Grammy-nominated engineer Simone Torres on March 19. This event offers valuable insights into vocal...
SOUTH CAROLINA NEWS
Santa Ana: Two Fatalities and Multiple Injuries in Wrong-Way Crash
News Summary A tragic series of vehicle collisions in Santa Ana has led to two fatalities and several injuries. A pedestrian was struck on Edinger Avenue, and a wrong-way driver...
OCTA Addresses Grand Jury Recommendations on Rail Protection
News Summary The Orange County Transportation Authority responds to a grand jury report that highlights the need for expedited beach restoration and better permit processes to protect rail tracks in...
Vaca Steakhouse to Expand with New Location in Downtown LA
News Summary Vaca, a celebrated Spanish steakhouse from Orange County, is set to open a new location in Downtown Los Angeles. Executive chef Amar Santana and co-owner Ahmed Labbate aim...
Newport Beach Advances Big Canyon Park Restoration Project
News Summary Newport Beach is set to initiate the last phase of its extensive nature restoration project at Big Canyon Park, backed by a $6 million budget approval from the...
Santa Ana City Council’s Grant Decision Stirs Debate
News Summary The Santa Ana City Council’s choice to return a $7 million child care grant from California has ignited controversy, as it was made without council input. City Manager...
Hancock College Football Opens 2025 Season Against OCC
News Summary The Hancock College football team kicks off its 2025 season against Orange Coast College this Saturday at 2 p.m. Coach Ricky Aguilar aims to build on their previous...
Claire’s Announces Closure of Over 290 Store Locations in California and Beyond
California, September 2, 2025 News Summary Claire’s Holdings LLC is set to close over 290 retail locations across the U.S., including 25 in California, following its recent bankruptcy and sale. This...
Long Beach Implements New Self-Checkout Staffing Ordinance
Long Beach, California, September 2, 2025 News Summary Long Beach, California, will introduce a new ordinance requiring staffing at self-checkout stations in grocery and drug stores starting September 21, 2025. This...
California Office of Tax Appeals Gains Expanded Authority
California, September 2, 2025 News Summary California’s Office of Tax Appeals (OTA) has acquired expanded authority to challenge tax regulations from state agencies. This change follows a recent opinion by Attorney...
NATIONAL/US NEWS
Santa Ana: Two Fatalities and Multiple Injuries in Wrong-Way Crash
News Summary A tragic series of vehicle collisions in Santa Ana has led to two fatalities and several injuries. A pedestrian was struck on Edinger Avenue, and a wrong-way driver...
OCTA Addresses Grand Jury Recommendations on Rail Protection
News Summary The Orange County Transportation Authority responds to a grand jury report that highlights the need for expedited beach restoration and better permit processes to protect rail tracks in...
Vaca Steakhouse to Expand with New Location in Downtown LA
News Summary Vaca, a celebrated Spanish steakhouse from Orange County, is set to open a new location in Downtown Los Angeles. Executive chef Amar Santana and co-owner Ahmed Labbate aim...
Newport Beach Advances Big Canyon Park Restoration Project
News Summary Newport Beach is set to initiate the last phase of its extensive nature restoration project at Big Canyon Park, backed by a $6 million budget approval from the...
Santa Ana City Council’s Grant Decision Stirs Debate
News Summary The Santa Ana City Council’s choice to return a $7 million child care grant from California has ignited controversy, as it was made without council input. City Manager...
Hancock College Football Opens 2025 Season Against OCC
News Summary The Hancock College football team kicks off its 2025 season against Orange Coast College this Saturday at 2 p.m. Coach Ricky Aguilar aims to build on their previous...
Claire’s Announces Closure of Over 290 Store Locations in California and Beyond
California, September 2, 2025 News Summary Claire’s Holdings LLC is set to close over 290 retail locations across the U.S., including 25 in California, following its recent bankruptcy and sale. This...
Long Beach Implements New Self-Checkout Staffing Ordinance
Long Beach, California, September 2, 2025 News Summary Long Beach, California, will introduce a new ordinance requiring staffing at self-checkout stations in grocery and drug stores starting September 21, 2025. This...
California Office of Tax Appeals Gains Expanded Authority
California, September 2, 2025 News Summary California’s Office of Tax Appeals (OTA) has acquired expanded authority to challenge tax regulations from state agencies. This change follows a recent opinion by Attorney...
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