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Hey there, Huntington Beach! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What does the latest court setback mean for Huntington Beach housing?
  • How did Huntington Beach edge Alta Loma in a thriller?
  • Why police showed up on a quiet Huntington Beach family walk

Also on today's calendar: Twilight in Bethlehem and 6 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did the stop sign say to the yield sign? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Huntington Beachfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Monday: Partly sunny, with a high of 65 and low of 45 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Sunny to partly cloudy, temps: high: 68, low: 50.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 67 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• HB rebuffed in housing case (orangecountytribune.com) — Huntington Beach just lost another round in its high‑profile fight with California over state housing mandates, as the state Supreme Court declined to review a lower court ruling. The city vows to keep defending its charter authority while Governor Newsom presses Huntington Beach to accept zoning for over 13,000 housing units.
   

• Orange County scores and player stats for Friday, Dec. 12 (ocregister.com) — Huntington Beach girls water polo edged Alta Loma 12-11 in Friday’s Villa Park Classic action, with the Oilers’ game hosted in their home pool. The roundup also lists other Orange County high school scores and submission details for coaches and stat keepers.
   

• 15 'Karens' Who Learned Their Lesson In 2025 (boredpanda.com) — One viral incident on this national ‘Karen’ roundup hits close to home, involving police called on a dad simply walking with his child in a quiet Huntington Beach neighborhood. The list tracks 15 2025 confrontations where entitled behavior was caught on camera, from racist rants and road rage to airport meltdowns and political sign disputes, and what consequences followed for those involved.
   

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Huntington Beach

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    Tuesday December 16
  • Brian D’entremont
    Sandbar Cocina y Tequila, 221 Main St, Huntington Beach
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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday December 16
  • City Council Meeting
    City of Fountain Valley , 10200 Slater Ave , Fountain Valley
    6:00 pm
  • Next Wave Comedy w/ The Cass Man
    Steady Kitchen and Taps , 18055 Magnolia St , Fountain Valley
    7:00 pm
    • Wednesday December 17
  • Fountain Valley Barons vs Katella Knights
    Fountain Valley High School , 17816 Bushard St , Fountain Valley
    7:00 pm
    • Thursday December 18
  • Network at Night at Mimi's Jewelry
    Mimi's Jewelry , 18591 Brookhurst St. , Fountain Valley
    5:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • MAGICIAN?
    Looking for a local magician for a small event. Any recommendations? TY! (Nextdoor Downtown Huntington Beach)
  • WAGS Pet Adoption will be at PetSmart Huntington Beach, 7600 Edinger Avenue, today with incredible dogs, puppies, and kittens!!!
    Come on down and take home your new family member today!!! Save time and complete your adoption application before you arrive: Dogs: https://www… (Nextdoor Hopeview Track)
  • Taco Bell posted a job opening for Team Member in Huntington Beach. Apply here.
  • Jobot posted a job opening for CNC Machinist in Huntington Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Huntington Beach here.

🗞 Nearby News

Fountain Valley

Westminster

  • Attorneys argue case against cheerleader coach accused of assaulting 11 girls (latimes.com)
  • South Coast Repertory to develop a new version of ‘A Christmas Carol' (ocregister.com)

Ok Huntington Beach! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don’t know either. They were speaking in sign language.
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