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Unanimous Final Vote Imposes Age Limits, Potency Caps, and Criminal Penalties While Prohibiting Amplified Synthetic Extracts Citywide.
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Sports7-Foot-9 Center Olivier Rioux Posts Double-Double in UC Irvine Debut
The Florida Transfer Played 19 Minutes in a 92-66 Non-Conference Win Against Chapman.
BusinessIrvine-Based K1 Speed Signs 10-Year-Old Driver Zayne Burgess to Multi-Year Sponsorship
The Global Karting Company Founded in Irvine Is Backing the Young Racer as He Pursues a Path Toward Formula 1.
EducationCross-Border Musical Project Brings Performers to UC Irvine's Winifred Smith Hall
Musicians From Southern California and Baja California Collaborated on an Experimental Concert Exploring Borderland Interactions Through Flexible Composition.
EducationStanbridge University to Relocate Flagship Campus to Park Place in Irvine
The Healthcare-Focused University Will Begin a Phased Move to the Mixed-Use Development in December 2026.
BusinessPremier Workspaces Secures Major Lease for New Irvine Coworking Hub
The Irvine-Based Company Will Establish Over 80 Private Offices at 18200 Von Karman Avenue, Near John Wayne Airport, with Plans to Open in Winter 2027.
CommunityDMV Error and Alleged Car Scam Impact Student's College Savings
A High School Senior Lost His College Funds and a Vehicle After Repossession, Despite Initial DMV Verification of a Clear Title, in an Incident That Serves as a Caution for Local Buyers.
CommunityOrange County Opens 152 Additional Vote Centers Ahead of November 3 Election
The Expanded Network of 191 In-Person Locations Provides Irvine Residents with More Options for Early Voting and Ballot Drop-Off.
EducationUC Irvine Professor Weighs in on State Propositions Affecting Taxes and Healthcare
Three Ballot Measures Concerning Wealth Taxes, Financial Asset Protections, and Independent Audits for State Special Taxes Are Currently Before California Voters, with a UC Irvine Economics Professor Offering Analysis on Their Potential Impacts.
CommunityThirty Unhoused Individuals Died Across Orange County in September
A Recent Voice of OC Report Detailed the County-Wide Count of Deaths and Discussed Policy Approaches to Street Homelessness Affecting All Cities in the Region.
CommunityWeekend Storm System Forecast to Bring Rain to Irvine
National Weather Service Forecasters Indicate Precipitation Could Begin Saturday Afternoon, Affecting Halloween Plans and Lasting Through Sunday Across Orange County.
BusinessMajor Shareholder Explores Privatization of Irvine's Xponential Fitness
The Potential Bid From Fund 1 Investments Has Already Led to a Nearly 20% Surge in Xponential Fitness's Stock Price.
CommunityWet Weekend Expected for Irvine, Halloween Rainfall Projected
Rainfall and Elevated Tides Are Anticipated Across Orange County This Weekend, with a Significant Chance of Showers Impacting Halloween Activities.
BusinessOrange County Home Price Trends Show Mixed Results, Irvine Business Relocation a Top Regional Story
Across Orange County, Median Home Prices Showed Varied Changes in July, While the Relocation of Taco Bell's Longtime Irvine Headquarters Was a Leading Regional Real Estate Story.
BusinessIrvine's Ingram Micro Reports Substantial Third-Quarter Revenue Increase
The Local Tech Distribution and AI Firm Saw Its Revenue Rise by Nearly 21% Driven by Cloud and AI Infrastructure Demand.
BusinessBroadcom CEO Key in $63 Billion Anthropic AI Chip Deal
The Agreement Will Enable San Francisco-Based Anthropic to Lease Advanced Artificial Intelligence Chips From Broadcom, a Company with Origins in Irvine.
EducationIrvine-Area Water Agencies Prepare for Anticipated El Niño Precipitation
Regional and State Efforts Are Underway to Capture and Store Water as a Potentially Historic El Niño Season Approaches, According to a UC Irvine Expert.
EducationUC Irvine's Merage School to Convene 'Future of Transportation' Discussion
Leaders From Karma Automotive, Caltrans, and John Wayne Airport Will Join UC Irvine Faculty to Examine Shifts in Regional Mobility and Infrastructure.
EducationUCI Alumna Leilani Kalb Builds Inclusive High School Theater Program
Leilani Kalb, a UC Irvine Alumna, Applies Her Humanities Education to Foster Community and Expression Through a High School Theater Program in Sacramento County.
BusinessIrvine's Movandi Introduces New High-Capacity Wireless Platform
The Local Semiconductor and Systems Company's 60ghz Connectivity Platform Aims to Meet Escalating Bandwidth and Latency Demands Across Several Key Markets.
EducationFormer IUSD Superintendent Terry Walker Discusses Adaptability for Navigating Change
The Former Irvine Unified Leader Explains How Preparing for Change Can Help Individuals and Organizations Move Forward From Setbacks.
EducationCalifornia Establishes New Climate Institute with $38.2 Million, Announced at UC Irvine
The Multi-Campus Research Effort Aims to Inform State Policy Decisions and Foster New Technologies to Address Climate Change Impacts.
EducationUC Irvine Social Ecology School Honors Faculty for Research, Teaching, and Service
The Inaugural Awards Ceremony Recognized Seven Individuals for Their Contributions to Scholarship, Instruction, and Community Impact.
City HallCounty Shifts Creek Maintenance Practices in South Orange County
Orange County Public Works Has Changed Its Approach to Vegetation Clearing in San Juan and Trabuco Creeks, Moving Away From Controversial Herbicide Use.
City HallOrange County Teamsters Reject Revised Contract, Threaten Renewed Strike
The Union, Largely Representing Landfill Workers, Cites a Lack of Back Pay and Signing Bonus in Its Rejection of the Latest Offer From County Supervisors.
EducationUC Irvine Professor Named Inaugural Dialogue Fellow to Advance Communication Skills
Brandon Golob's Project, Selected by the University of California Office of the President, Will Train Graduate Students to Teach Undergraduates How to Navigate Contentious Topics and Integrate AI Literacy.
EducationUC Irvine Researchers Monitor El Niño Impacts on Coasts and Inland Waterways
University of California Irvine Scientists Are Tracking the Effects of El Niño, Including Coastal Erosion and Potential Inland Flooding, with a Focus on Sediment Transport in Local Rivers.
BusinessWaste Management Workers Serving Orange County Ratify New Contract
The Agreement Affects Approximately 700 Teamsters Local 396 Members, with Another County-Level Negotiation Pending.
BusinessIrvine's Edwards Lifesciences Expands Valve Therapy, Mdxhealth Reports Revenue Decline
While Edwards Lifesciences Secures New FDA Indications for Its Pascal System and Reports Growth, Fellow Irvine Company Mdxhealth Announces Preliminary Third-Quarter Revenue Shortfalls.
Public SafetyOrange County Cities Implement Storm Preparations Ahead of El Niño Forecast
Coastal Communities Issue Emergency Declarations While Inland Cities Focus on Erosion Control and Resident Readiness for Heavy Rain and High Tides Expected Through March.
BusinessSoftbank in Early Talks to Acquire Irvine Security Giant Allied Universal for $30 Billion
The Potential Acquisition of the Irvine-Based Security Firm Could Mark the Third-Largest Deal Involving an Orange County Company, with Softbank Reportedly Eyeing AI and Robotics Expansion.
Public SafetyIrvine Police Drone Locates Missing Resident in Nighttime Search
The Incident Highlights the Expanding Role of Drone Technology in Public Safety Beyond Traditional Crime-Fighting Applications.
SportsOrange County Soccer Club Seeks Investment for Stadium Expansion, New Teams
The Irvine-Based Club Is Looking for $10 Million to $15 Million to Fund Growth Including an Expanded Great Park Stadium and a Future Professional Women’s Team.
EntertainmentIrvine Improv to Host Wow: Forever Poster Signing Event in November
The Upcoming Gathering Offers Fans an Opportunity to Meet Game Developers and Celebrate the New Game's Release.
Public SafetySixth Individual Released Without Charge in Fatal Waterford Fire Investigation
Authorities in Waterford Continue to Prepare Files for the Director of Public Prosecutions Following the Blaze That Claimed Four Lives in October.
EducationSingletons Donate $23 Million to Equip UCI Mind's New Research Hall
The Gift Will Fund Construction and Advanced Imaging Technology for Ann Hutchinson Quilter Hall, Set to Open in 2029.
DevelopmentWoollett Aquatics Center to Add Fourth Pool in $42 Million Expansion
The Project, Expected to Finish by Spring 2028, Aims to Significantly Expand Competitive and Community Swimming Opportunities.
SportsLA Galaxy Designates Out-Of-Irvine Viewing Spots for October 25 LAFC Match
While No Venues Within Irvine Are Listed, Fans Can Travel to Several Establishments Across Southern California to Watch the Game Against Lafc.
EducationUCI Lecturer Awarded France's Knight of the Order of Academic Palms
Dr. Maryse Mijalski, French Language Program Director at UC Irvine, Has Been Recognized for Over Three Decades of Contributions to Education and Cultural Promotion.
BusinessIrvine's Taco Bell Extends Beverage Partnership with Pepsico Until 2036
The Irvine-Headquartered Restaurant Chain Will Continue Its Decades-Long Collaboration, Ensuring Pepsico Products Remain Available Across Its Brands and in International Markets.
EntertainmentGreat Park Live Concert Faces Evacuation and Delays Due to Weather
Severe Weather Disrupted a Concert Featuring Rise Against and Alkaline Trio at Great Park Live, Leading to a Temporary Evacuation Before the Bands Performed Shortened Sets.
EducationIrvine Schools Join Countywide Red Ribbon Week Campaign
The Annual Initiative, Running October 23 Through 31, Encourages Healthy Choices and Honors the Legacy of DEA Agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena.
EducationPublic Health Experts Offer Strategies for Reducing Seasonal Illness Risks
Experts From the Joe C. Wen School of Population & Public Health Share Practical Methods for Families to Stay Well, Focusing on Nutrition, Social Connections, and Preventative Measures.
SportsUC Irvine Men's Soccer Shuts Out Sacramento State in 3-0 Victory
The Anteaters Controlled Possession and Scored Three Goals on October 19, 2026, Against the Hornets, Who Struggled After an Early Injury.
EducationIrvine Valley College to Host Annual Arts Career Pathways Event for High School Students
The Free Event, Organized by the Orange County Department of Education, Aims to Connect Local High Schoolers with Colleges and Employers in Various Creative Fields.
City HallIrvine Landfill Operations Significantly Reduced During Recent Strike, County Filing Reveals
Despite Public Assurances of Normal Operations, a State Labor Board Claim Details Substantial Disruptions and Reduced Trash Intake at the Frank R. Bowerman Landfill in Irvine.
DevelopmentFive Point Reports Third Quarter Results, Renews Great Park Development Agreement
The Irvine-Based Developer Sold 54 Homes in Great Park Neighborhoods and Extended Its Management Services for the Great Park Venture Through 2028.
Public SafetyIrvine Police Seek Public Assistance Identifying Residential Burglary Suspect
Detectives Have Released Surveillance Images of an Individual Observed Entering Unlocked Garages and Checking Vehicle Doors Across Irvine Neighborhoods.
City HallOrange County Supervisors Review Teamsters Proposals; No Announcement Follows Meeting
The Special Closed-Door Session Addressed New Contract Offers for Striking Waste and Public Works Employees, with a Union Vote Expected Soon.
DevelopmentIrvine Lake Draining Commences for Santiago Creek Dam Overhaul
The Multi-Year Project by the Irvine Ranch Water District Aims to Upgrade the 1933 Dam to Modern Safety Standards and Enhance Water Storage.