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‘It’s competitive, but it really is fun’: Costa Mesa adult soccer league turns 15

Los Angeles Times

Mac Thompson's Soccer6 league, which has branched out to Irvine and recently franchised to Huntington Beach and Long Beach, continues to offer fun 6-on-6 competition on the pitch.

Mark Hilbert hides in plain sight, as himself, in Pageant piece

Los Angeles Times

Mark Hilbert, who co-founded the Hilbert Museum of California Art, was cast as himself in the recreation of Bradford J. Salamon’s “Monday at the Crab Cooker.”

Soccer dad gets jail time after admitting he secretly videotaped teen girls in Mass. town

Yahoo

A Winchester man has admitted that he videotaped unsuspecting 15-year-old girls getting undressed and then showering at a local house, the district attorney said Friday.

Winchester man pleads guilty to secretly taping teenage girls

Boston.com on MSN.com

James Fantini, 56, admitted to filming the unsuspecting 15-year-olds while they undressed and showered at a Winchester home.

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Mass. man pleads guilty to filming teen girls undressing, showering at Calif. hotel

Yahoo

A Massachusetts man was sentenced to prison after he admitted to filming teenage girls multiple times while they undressed and showered at a California hotel.

Winchester man pleads guilty to filming teen girls undressing, showering

MassLive

A Massachusetts man was sentenced to prison after he admitted to filming teenage girls multiple times while they undressed and showered at a California hotel.

Hundreds Rescued As High Surf Hits Southern California Beaches

Weather-Fox on MSN.com

High surf triggered by distant swell and rip currents prompted over 500 rescues in Southern California over July 4. Lifeguards responded amid crowded beaches and dangerous coastal conditions. The post Hundreds Rescued As High Surf Hits Southern California Beaches appeared first on weather-fox.

Someone Cares Soup Kitchen names new leader, after 3 generations in same family

Los Angeles Times

Since 1986, the nonprofit has been run by founder Merle Hatleberg, her daughters and granddaughter. But after the death of its executive director Shannon Santos in June, the group found a sucessor not too far outside the family circle.

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Photographer Tom Servais, Surfer’s Hall of Fame inductee, is a talented dude

Orange County Register

Tom was ultra smooth, he never seemed to be the one either pranking or getting pranked, but he many times was involved in the background. He was a very good “urger oner” so to speak. He would watch with a super sly smile on his face without ever having to take the brunt of the doer or the one getting done to.

Beagles Seek Forever Homes at Huntington Beach Event On Saturday

KFI AM 640 on MSN.com

Bean’s Beagles hosts an adoption event this Saturday in Huntington Beach to find homes for rescued beagles. The organization faces low adoption rates due to economic challenges. Dogs like Dwayne, Mocha,

Real estate news: 18-unit apartment complex in Surf City fetches $7.4 million

Orange County Register

Completed in 1973 and 1974, the two-building complex includes one studio and 17 two-bedroom units in 15,903 square feet.

Teddi Mellencamp splits from new boyfriend after being trolled for dating amid stage 4 cancer battle

Daily Mail

DailyMail.com exclusively caught sight of the 43-year-old in a clinch with her a new beau last month, and she then publicly confirmed she had a man in her life .

We have beaches and beauty, but Disneyland put Orange County on the map

Orange County Register

It’s probably best to confess up front that I wanted children mostly so I could go to Disneyland all the time and not seem really weird.

Brown Pelicans Rescued from Toxic Algal Bloom Released in Huntington Beach

Hoodline

Brown pelicans were released back into the wild after being rehabilitated from domoic acid poisoning in Southern California.

Miracles for Kids provides beach respite for critically ill children, their families

Los Angeles Times

The Irvine-based nonprofit hosted its 14th annual surf and paddle summer camp on Thursday morning at Newport Aquatic Center and the Newport Dunes.

Help beagles find their forever homes this weekend at Huntington Beach adoption event

NBC Los Angeles

Among the beagles available for adoption are Dwayne, a 4-year-old Beagle-bloodhound mix, Mocha, a 2-year-old female, and 7-year-old Sole.

Mailbag: Elections will show public response to cruel ICE raids

Los Angeles Times

The City Council has shown its anti-community disdain from the dais on numerous occasions, berating citizens at council meetings and muzzling speakers in public comments by arbitrarily restricting their speaking time. The boorish behavior of the mayor has repeatedly tarnished the reputation of our city and its local government.

Armed man arrested after freeway chase ends in a Newport Beach front yard

Los Angeles Times

A man whose name has not yet been released, was arrested early Thursday morning in the area of Kings Place and Cliff Drive at the end of a pursuit that began in the West Valley section of Los Angeles and ended in O.

What to know about Tennessee baseball players, recruits in 2025 MLB Draft

USA TODAY

Tennessee baseball is expected to have more than 10 players picked in the 2025 MLB Draft, while its recruiting and portal classes will be affected.

Waverly's annual Ridiculous Days to celebrate pets

Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier

WAVERLY -- The city's Ridiculous Days will celebrate pets and their owners this Saturday. The day begins at 7 a.m. with sidewalk sales on Bremer Avenue. At 9 a.m., the inaugural 'Paw Palooza' will take over Second Street SE with four hours of pet-centered activities.

‘American Nightmare’ serial kidnapper Matthew Muller enters plea in San Ramon ransom case

KRON4 on MSN.com

Matthew Muller, a serial kidnapper whose disturbing criminal history was documented in Netflix’s “American Nightmare,” pleaded no contest in court Thursday for a San Ramon ransom case. Muller’s plea secured his conviction for three counts of kidnapping for ransom.

Donate Blood, Receive Movie Rewards: Drives In Orange County

Patch on MSN.com

Blood donors who give the gift of blood starting July 15 will receive a movie reward courtesy of the American Red Cross.

Trash Pickup Delays Hit Orange County Amid Workers’ Picket Line

Voice of OC

It’s unclear how long the delays could last as many of the county’s trash collectors stand in solidarity with an ongoing strike in Boston.

All aboard these scenic rail journeys California explorers will love

The Sacramento Bee

Ditch the car and let the landscape roll by. These unforgettable California train rides offer jaw-dropping views, hidden gems and a slower way to explore the Golden State.

Dale Hunter Named Canada World Juniors Head Coach

Yahoo Sports Canada

After two consecutive disappointing fifth-place finishes at the World Junior Championships, where they lost to Czechia in the quarterfinals in 2024 and 2025, Hockey Canada needs to regain its dominance at the junior stage.

Gator Takes Leisurely Stroll Across Trail in South Carolina State Park

Newswire by Storyful on MSN.com

A small alligator took its time crossing a pathway in South Carolina’s Huntington Beach State Park in the early hours of Thursday, July 10, as visitors to the park stopped to wait. Video from photographer Travis Huffstetler shows the gator leisurely strolling across a path before dipping into an adjacent pond.

Paris Berelc Joins Asher Angel in YA Rom-Com Movie ‘Kissing Is the Easy Part’ (Exclusive)

The Hollywood Reporter on MSN.com

Fawzia Mirza is directing the Tubi feature that co-stars Jennifer Robertson and counts Berelc as executive producer.

Pro beach volleyball is back, but inside Intuit Dome

Los Angeles Daily News on MSN.com

The AVP Tour is teeming with Southern California talent as it hosts Week 5 of its team-based format this weekend in Inglewood.

Arizona Offensive Starters Poised to Breakout in 2025

Sports Illustrated on MSN.com

The start of the 2025 football season is approaching fast and the Arizona Wildcats are gearing up for their second year of Big 12 conference play. Last year, A

Massive Myrtle Beach area alligator is featured on national TV news. See video

Myrtle Beach Sun News on MSN.com

An alligator in this Myrtle Beach area community made national news this week. See the video for yourself here.

Comeback at the Ole Longboard Classic

Maui News

Hans Vandervoort was the comeback story, but women ruled the day at the 31st Ole Longboard Classic at Launiupoko Beach Park on Saturday. Vandervoort won his second Open Men title, 18 years after winning his first one.

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TravisMathew Partners With Peloton on Women’s Active Collection

WWD on MSN.com

TravisMathew continues to expand beyond its core golf category. The Huntington Beach, Calif.-based company that started as a men’s golf brand nearly 20 years ago is partnering with Peloton on a co-branded women’s collection. Clipse Just Debuted a New Adidas Samba Collaboration Before "Let God Sort Em Out" Release

Irvine Tops Southern California Cities for Renters

KFI AM 640 on MSN.com

Irvine ranks as the top city for renters in Southern California, excelling in affordability and livability, according to WalletHub. Huntington Beach and San Diego follow, while San Bernardino ranks the lowest.

Oil Age Is Far From Over, OPEC Says — Commodities Roundup

Morningstar

Oil is expected to hold nearly 30% of the energy mix, while combined with gas it will stay above 50% through the period. "Oil underpins the global economy and is central to our daily lives," OPEC said. "There is no peak oil demand on the horizon.

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Volunteers aid adventurous loggerhead turtle as hatchling season kicks off on Folly Beach

WCIV on MSN.com

Sea Turtle hatchling season is here and volunteers with the Folly Beach Turtle Watch Program were able to track two seperate nestsWhat a beautiful full moon (a

‘Tabletop’ exercise simulated real fire in Laguna Beach, helped with successful outcome, officials say

Orange County Register

The Rancho fire in Laguna Beach was extinguished by Wednesday, July 9. But city fire chief cautions resident to stay vigilant.

Tributes to young Donegal dad who died in California after being hit by car

The Irish News on MSN.com

A young Donegal dad who died following a crash in California has been remembered as an “extraordinary man”. Damien O’Brien was pronounced dead at the scene of a collision in the Huntington Beach area of Greater Los Angeles on July 6.

Why July 10th Matters in Rock History

iHeart on MSN.com

It’s July 10th and here are some reasons why this day matters in rock history: In 1965, The Rolling Stones started a four-week run at number one on the singles chart with “ (I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction,” their first chart topper in the US.

RIP: Young Irish father killed by car in US remembered as an 'extraordinary man'

Limerick Leader

Damien O'Brien, 35, lost his life after being knocked down in Huntington Beach, California, in the early hours of Sunday morning

Poisoned pelicans fly again after the worst algal bloom in a decade

LA Times on MSN.com

A flock of brown pelicans was released back into the wild near the Huntington Beach Pier. They had been nursed back to health after being sickened by a toxic algal bloom.