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Heritage Barbecue pop-up concept coming to Bolsa Chica State Beach

Orange County Register

Heritage Barbecue and Alicia Cox have teamed up for a beach-bound barbecue concept set to open this spring and last throughout the summer.

Free meals for kids and reading programs may be at risk in OC as library grant gets yanked

Orange County Register

The Trump administration rescinds millions in library grants, sparking a lawsuit from California and 19 other states.

SpaceX to launch new Intuitive Machines moon lander, lunar satellites in 2027

Space.com

Intuitive Machines may have crashed its latest moon lander on the lunar surface, but that's not keeping the company down for long.

Here are free egg hunts and Easter Bunny visits planned in cities across Orange County

Orange County Register

Huntington Beach: The Kiwanis Club will host its Family Fun Day with egg hunts, a dunk tank, police and fire displays, entertainment and more. The free activities will be 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 19 at the Huntington Beach Sports Complex. Get more information and the schedule at kiwanishb.org

SpaceX's next Dragon cargo ship launch for NASA will lift off on April 21

Space.com

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will launch an uncrewed Dragon cargo ship packed with tons of supplies on Monday, April 21, from the historic Pad 39A of NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida. Liftoff is set for 4:15 a.m. EDT (0815 GMT), making it a predawn launch.

Drone Footage Follows Great White Sharks at Huntington Beach Pier

Yahoo

Water temperatures off the California coastline have been cold this year. Carlos Gauna used a drone to follow these great white sharks at Huntington Beach Pier.

NHSI Day One Roundup

USA Baseball

Catch up on all the action from the opening day of the NHSI!

2025 USA TODAY Sports/AVCA Super 25 national boys volleyball rankings: Week 5

Yahoo Sports

Six new teams appear in latest USA TODAY Sports/AVCA Super 25 boys volleyball rankings as action moves toward mid-April.

Wrestling coach from Huntington Beach accused of sex with teen girls

Los Angeles Times

Anthony Oscar Alcala, 28, of Huntington Beach, was a wrestling coach at El Modena and Foothill high schools, where his victims attended school, according to law enforcement officials.

The hunt for the best banana matcha latte in OC

el Don News

This spring belongs to banana matcha. Over the last few months, the unlikely brew has sent TikTok on the hunt for the perfect green brew with the best layer of banana foam on top. People in Orange County especially seem to be taken by the viral drink.

Energy company seeks to convert Huntington Beach oil and gas complex to large-scale oceanfront housing

Los Angeles Times

California Resources Corporation has proposed a zoning change for its 92-acre oceanfront property in Huntington Beach.

Free Things to Do This Weekend Across OC

Voice of OC

These are just a few of many free, family-friendly events offered through public libraries and OC Parks this weekend.

Bushfire Kitchen to open second OC restaurant in Brea

Orange County Register

It will be the second Orange County location for the Carlsbad fast casual chain, which boasts of a healthy menu.

How Bethany Hamilton Finds Hope in the Hurt

Movieguide

Celebrity surfer Bethany Hamilton explained why she believes that God remains in control even when she faces darkness

Santa Monica won’t host beach volleyball for ’28 Olympics

KTLA-TV Los Angeles on MSN.com

A seminal site in the history of beach volleyball won’t be part of the 2028 Summer Olympics. The city of Santa Monica on Tuesday announced that despite nearly two years of negotiations, the Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games,

Midday Stock Roundup: Healthcare, medtech stocks tumble

Orange County Business Journal

Shares of medical device maker Masimo Corp. (Nasdaq: MASI) are down 3.4% to $140.15 apiece with a market cap of $7.6 billion. Medtech stocks tumbled across the U.S. today as China tariffs went into effect. Investors are concerned over supply chain disruptions and added costs.

Front Row Motorsports: Bristol Motor Speedway Competition Notes – Zane Smith

SpeedwayMedia.com

Zane Smith and the No. 38 team look to build on the result with another strong finish at the "Last Great Colosseum".

UFC figures are circulating anti-trans narratives across podcasts, right-wing shows, and social media

Media Matters for America

Fighters, podcasters, and other influencers connected to the Ultimate Fighting Championship regularly use their platforms to spread right-wing narratives attacking transgender people, broadcasting bigotry to millions of potentially apolitical viewers and turning the sport of MMA into a hotspot for anti-trans rhetoric.

See where Orange County largest rent hikes are in 2025

Orange County Register

Orange County had median increases of 1.9% in the first three months of the year to $2,575 for a typical unit.

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Clippers surge past Spurs, into 4th place in crowded West race

Los Angeles Daily News

Ivica Zubac, Norman Powell and James Harden lead them to their fifth straight win, 122-117. The Clippers hold the tiebreaker edge over Denver, Golden State and Memphis with all four teams at 47-32

From tats to tees, this artist knows how to show his hometown some love

Los Angeles Times

Jaimes is a graphic illustrator and tattoo artist. Longtime Anaheim residents may be familiar with his family’s business, La Herradura Western Wear on South Euclid Street. “I feel very connected to Anaheim,” Jaimes told the paper. “As a kid, I got to know different parts of Anaheim very well from my whole family living in the area.”

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LA28 Eyes Huntington Beach for 2028 Olympic Beach Volleyball

KFI AM 640 on MSN.com

LA28 is in talks with Huntington Beach to host beach volleyball for the 2028 Olympics after ending negotiations with Santa Monica due to financial and operational disagreements.

Donald Trump's approval ratings suffer big blow as tariffs spark trade war, market turmoil

Hindustan Times on MSN.com

Donald Trump's approval rating suffered a major hit following his sweeping tariff announcement, which has sent shockwaves through global markets.

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Over 1200 Corgis and Dog Parents Gather in Huntington Beach for World's Largest Corgi Festival

PetHelpful on MSN.com

On April 5, over 1200 Corgis and dog lovers gathered at Huntington Beach, California, for the highly anticipated Corgi Beach Day. This annual event is the perfect excuse to spoil a dog, especially a Corgi,

Border Patrol misrepresented CA raid, investigation finds

CalMatters on MSN.com

On Jan. 7, one day after Congress certified President Donald Trump’s election victory, Gregory Bovino sent 65 of his Border Patrol agents into Kern County. Bovino is the head of the El Centro sector in the Imperial Valley,

The 20 most influential names in tech

Politico

Among the politicians on the list were the state’s tech “rulemakers,” including Gov. Gavin Newsom, Assemblymembers Rebecca Bauer-Kahan and Buffy Wicks and state Sen. Scott Wiener. And then there were the “disruptors,” including well-known rabble rousers like Tesla CEO Elon Musk, Y Combinator’s Garry Tan and AI benefactor Marc Andreessen.

China raising its retaliatory tariff on the US to 84%, up from 34%, effective April 10

Orange County Register

BANGKOK (AP) — China has raised tariffs to 84% on goods coming from the U.S. in an additional countermeasure.

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California sheriff vows to defy statewide sanctuary law: ‘This is common sense’

New York Post

Amador County Sheriff Gary Redman waded into a bit of controversy this year when he openly said he would buck a California law that limits cooperation between local and federal authorities.

Pink Moon: When To See Spring’s First Full Moon Rise In Blaze Of Color

Forbes

Everything you need to know about April’s full Pink Moon, including exactly when, where, and how to see it at its best from where you are.

Anaheim Reaffirms ‘Welcoming City’ Stance Amidst Deportation Fears

Voice of OC

Facing pressure to respond to a federal immigration crackdown, elected officials are reiterating that Anaheim is a “welcoming city.

LA28 in talks with Huntington Beach to host 2028 Olympic beach volleyball

Orange County Register

LA 28 in discussion with Orange County site after organizing committee and Santa Monica mutually agree to discontinue negotiations on Olympic beach volleyball venue.

Priest assigned to Downey parish accused of multiple counts of lewd acts with minor

Long Beach Press-Telegram on MSN.com

The priest pled not guilty to six felony charges, including assault with the intent to commit a felony and five counts of lewd acts with a child.

Mira Costa volleyball teams, girls lacrosse ranked No. 1 in CIF-SS

Daily Breeze on MSN.com

The spring season is moving quickly toward the CIF Southern Section playoffs. Here is a look at where South Bay teams stand in the computer ratings. This is the first season that computer ratings will be used at the end of the regular season to determine the playoff divisions for the spring sports,

Two Olympians Take Huge Wins at WSL Vans Jack’s Surfboards Pro

Sports Illustrated

The Vans Jack's Surfboards Pro recently took place in California, and two athletes walked away with thrilling victories after blowing the judges away with their fluid moves on the water.

Ohio State recruiting: 2 5-star football prospects confirm Buckeyes weekend visit plans

Sports Illustrated on MSN.com

The Ohio State Buckeyes have had an active spring on the recruiting trail, hosting top recruits from all around the country. This weekend, it turns out, will be no different, as two five-star prospects confirmed plans to be in Columbus later this week.

Firing up the grill: Site work can start on Habit Burger to replaced Bojangles

Jacksonville Daily Record

The California-based chain is firing up the closed Beach and Hodges restaurant for its chargrilled specialties.

Renaissance Pleasure Faire, The Wallis Spring Family Fest, and More Top Things To Do in Los Angeles This Weekend

Mommy Poppins on MSN.com

Looking for the best things to do in Los Angeles this weekend? Here are some of our favorite events and activities to add to your list this weekend This weekend in Los Angeles harkens back to ye good olde days: the Renaissance Pleasure Faire is in session,

LA Spring Fair, Bob Baker Day, and More Top Things To Do in Los Angeles This Weekend

Mommy Poppins on MSN.com

Looking for the best things to do in Los Angeles this weekend? Here are some of our favorite events and activities to add to your list this weekend This weekend in Los Angeles harkens back to ye good olde days: the Renaissance Pleasure Faire is in session,

Santa Monica will not host 2028 Olympic beach volleyball

Los Angeles Daily News

Huntington Beach and Long Beach are possible sites to replace Santa Monica as the beach volleyball host. Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach, two South Bay communities with long histories hosting beach volleyball events could not logistically host the Olympic competition, according to two people familiar with the situation.

How to watch Jared Isaacman's NASA chief confirmation hearing in the Senate on April 9

Space.com on MSN.com

Trump officially nominated Isaacman, a billionaire private astronaut to lead NASA, shortly after taking office.