Orange County, CA|News|
OC Footage Shows Woman Driving With 3 Wheels: Report
A viral video showed a driver on the 405 Freeway in Orange County driving with her hatchback open on just three wheels as sparks fly.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
- Los Angeles, CA
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Orange County, CA|News|
Orange County Home Prices Remain Unaffordable: See New Data
A recently released report shows homes remain less affordable now than a year ago in 99 percent of U.S. counties.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles|News|
CA Rebate Launch Date Announced: Calculate Your Estimated Amount
Newsom said Golden Staters would start seeing payments hit their bank accounts as early as Friday: "We know it's expensive right now."
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar, CA|News|
$350K Awarded To Newport Beach Police; Patrols Increased
The department says it will bolster its DUI checkpoints, increase patrols and fund new safety programs through the grant.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
CA's 'Unheard Of' Gas Prices Spike Again: 5 Things To Know
Gas prices in California are nearly $3 above the national average and shot up as much as 10-15 cents a day last month. Here's what we know.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar, CA|News|
OC Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Newport Carjacking; Fleeing Police
A man accused of stealing two cars at gunpoint and hiding out in a partially built home in Newport Beach was taken into custody.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
6 OC Coffee Shops To Fall In Love With This Fall
A poolside cafe, single-origin coffee roasters and a historic district's gem — OC has it all for cafe lovers.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach, CA|News|
Laguna Beach's 'Sip & Shuck' Benefit Returns For 9th Year
Tickets to a day of hand-shucked oysters and champagne from around the globe will be sold to help children need for a 9th year in OC.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
14 NorCal Students Get $40K From Amazon To Study Computer Science
More than a dozen students across underserved communities in NorCal will receive $40,000 to study computer science in college.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
CA's Possible Serial Killer: 5 Things To Know
Talk of a possible serial killer has raised hairs among Northern Californians, who are told to remain vigilant as police investigate.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
New CA Law Means Less ‘Unnecessary’ Police Confrontations: Lawmakers
A new law allows Californians to cross the road in undesignated areas — as long as it's safe to do so.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Moon Glow In CA's Roseville: Photo Of The Week
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Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
$9.5B In CA Rebates Start Rolling Out: How Much Will You Get?
This month, Middle Class Tax Refund payments will begin hitting bank accounts in California. Are you eligible?
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
Is There A Serial Killer In NorCal?
Police in a NorCal city are advising residents to avoid isolated or dim areas as police investigate a row of possibly related killings.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
2nd OC Bat Tests Positive For Rabies; Residents Urged To Use Caution
A bat found outside the lobby of a medical building in Irvine has tested positive for rabies, prompting authorities to issue a warning.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Napa Valley, CA|News|
2 St. Helena Teens Hospitalized After Assault At Homecoming Game
A 15-year-old was hospitalized with "very serious" injuries during the homecoming game as another teenager was booked into juvenile hall.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles|News|
Newsom Relaxes Oil Refinery Rules, Blasts Industry As Prices Soar
CA gas prices are skyrocketing, even rising by 15 cents one day this week, prompting Newsom to allow refineries to sell cheaper blend gas.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Los Angeles|News|
SoCal's Most Haunted: 10 Places To Visit During The 2023 Spooky Season
The Southland happens to be home to some of the most famous haunted landmarks in the nation. Read about these 10 hair-raising sites here.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
10 Bay Area Haunts To Visit In 2022
The Golden State happens to be home to some of the most famous haunted landmarks in the nation. Find the spookiest destination in your area.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
Livermore, CA|News|
Bay Area Case Spurs Law That Aims To Protect Sexual Assault Victims
The bill was inspired by a Bay Area case in which a woman's DNA kit was used to later incriminate her. SB 916 aims to protect victims.
Kat Schuster, Patch Staff
