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Santa Ana Police debunk AI‑generated snake photo after false backyard report

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The Santa Ana Police confirmed today that the reported Gaboon Viper sighting in the 1400 block of S. Cypress Ave. was based on an AI‑generated image, not an actual exotic snake. Detectives say the reporting party admitted during follow‑up questioning that he fabricated the photo and falsely claimed he saw the snake in his backyard.

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New study finds that rents rose faster in Santa Ana’s rent‑controlled units

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A new Beacon Economics study released September 24, 2026 concludes that Santa Ana’s Rent Stabilization Ordinance (RSO) has not improved affordability and is associated with faster rent growth in regulated units.

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Highly venomous Gaboon Viper reported in Santa Ana neighborhood; police issue public advisory

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Santa Ana Police have issued a public safety alert after receiving reports of a snake believed to be a Gaboon Viper, spotted in a tree within a residential neighborhood near Main Street and Edinger Avenue. The snake is estimated at 4 to 5 feet long, and officers are urging residents to avoid approaching it and immediately call SAPD’s non‑emergency line at (714) 834‑4211 if seen.

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OC senior scammed out of $8,600; suspect arrested

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The Fountain Valley Police recovered more than $54,000 in suspected fraud proceeds last week after an elderly Connecticut man was tricked into mailing $8,600 to an address in the city. The victim contacted FVPD immediately after learning his package had just been delivered.

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Santa Ana Police arrest suspect after foot pursuit; gun found along escape path

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Anthony Zavala, 36, of San Juan Capistrano, was arrested after Santa Ana Police say he fled from officers during a proactive enforcement stop near 2800 W. 5th Street. According to SAPD, the officer initially contacted Zavala for a vehicle code violation, but he took off running. A brief foot pursuit followed, ending with Zavala in custody.

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Hurricane Polo to send dangerous surf toward Orange County beaches

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A major hurricane spinning off Mexico’s Pacific coast is sending powerful swells toward Southern California, and Orange County is expected to feel the impact through mid‑week. While Hurricane Polo will not make landfall in California, its circulation over unusually warm ocean waters is already generating long‑period waves, elevated tides, dangerous rip currents, and the potential for coastal flooding in Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Seal Beach, and Dana Point.

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California leads the Nation in OnlyFans spending as residents drop $617M in 2026

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California residents have spent $617.2 million on OnlyFans so far this year, making the state the highest‑spending market in the United States, according to a new study.

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Three 18‑year‑olds detained at Irvine Spectrum after replica firearm scare

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The Irvine Police detained three 18‑year‑olds at the Spectrum after an alert citizen reported seeing firearms inside their vehicle. Officers located the car within minutes, safely detained the occupants, and discovered several pellet and BB guns designed to closely resemble real firearms.

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Real Housewife Gina Kirschenheiter to receive HRC Ally Award in Santa Ana

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The Human Rights Campaign’s annual Orange County/Long Beach Garden Party is returning to Historic Floral Park in Santa Ana on Sunday, October 11, and this year’s special guest is Gina Kirschenheiter, cast member of The Real Housewives of Orange County. She will be honored with the HRC Ally Award for her public support of LGBTQ+ equality, visibility and inclusion.

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Two trapped after pick-up truck slams into light pole in Orange; firefighters perform heavy rescue

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A serious single‑vehicle collision late last night at Chapman Avenue and Manchester Avenue left two occupants trapped after their SUV struck a light pole with significant force.

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OC Supervisor hosts anonymous Gun Buyback today in north OC

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Orange County Supervisor Doug Chaffee is urging residents to safely dispose of unwanted firearms at today's Anonymous Gun Buyback in Buena Park. Residents can get gift cards totalling from $100 to $300 for turning in various weapons.

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Woman killed, driver critically injured in fiery Garden Grove crash

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GARDEN GROVE, CA (September 26, 2026) – A fatal single-vehicle traffic collision in Garden Grove early Saturday morning left one woman dead and a man critically injured after a sport utility vehicle crashed into a utility pole and caught fire.

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Irvine Police impound 62‑MPH illegal e‑moto; Parents warned of child‑endangerment charges

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The Irvine Police Department stopped a 14‑year‑old riding a 5,000‑watt e‑moto capable of 62 mph, issued citations, and impounded the device.

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Four arrested during transient enforcement sweep in coastal OC

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Huntington Beach Police announced a concentrated enforcement effort that resulted in four arrests in just three hours, highlighting the city’s ongoing strategy to address drug activity, unlawful camping, and repeat‑offender behavior tied to transient populations.

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45‑year‑old man fatally stabbed in Stanton; 22‑year‑old suspect booked for murder

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The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a deadly knife attack in Stanton that left a 45‑year‑old unhoused man dead and a 22‑year‑old suspect facing murder charges. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about knife‑related violence across Orange County and the vulnerability of residents experiencing homelessness.

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Irvine Police arrest two suspects in $24,000 storage‑center burglary

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Irvine Police Department detectives have arrested two men linked to a major storage‑center burglary at Extra Space Storage on El Camino Real. Surveillance footage helped investigators identify the suspects and the vehicle used in the crime, leading to two separate arrests over the past month.

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National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims: The OC cities with the highest murder rates

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Today, September 25, marks the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims — a solemn moment to honor those whose lives were taken by violence, support surviving families, and confront the ongoing realities of homicide trends in California and Orange County.

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The Anaheim Police will conduct a DUI Checkpoint this Friday night in West Anaheim

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The Anaheim Police Department announced that a DUI checkpoint will be conducted in West Anaheim this Friday beginning at 6:00 p.m. The operation is part of the department’s ongoing effort to reduce impaired‑driving crashes, which remain one of the most persistent causes of fatal collisions in Orange County.

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Santa Ana Police release Ring Camera video of suspected impaired hit‑and‑run driver

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The Santa Ana Police released new video today showing a hit‑and‑run driver slamming into a parked vehicle before speeding away. The footage, captured on a Ring camera, appears to show the suspect driving erratically and possibly impaired. The incident underscores a growing problem across Orange County, where hit‑and‑run collisions remain a persistent public‑safety threat.

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Anaheim grandfather dies after West Nile Virus infection as California cases surge

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An Anaheim grandfather, Daniel “Danny” Clavel, has died following complications from West Nile Virus, a tragic loss that comes during one of California’s most active West Nile seasons in years. Statewide surveillance shows 147 human cases and 10 fatalities so far in 2026, with Orange County among the jurisdictions reporting new infections.