A 2-year-old sea lion was fatally shot on a beach in Orange County, and a $20,000 reward is being offered for information leading to the arrest of the person responsible. The shooting violated the Marine Mammal Protection Act, which protects these animals. The incident highlights the dangers of human interaction with sea lions and the importance of respecting their natural behaviors.
American Airlines has altered its flight schedule between Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and John Wayne Airport (SNA) in Orange County, California, switching from redeye flights to daytime operations. This change comes after the airline discontinued flights between SNA and Miami International Airport (MIA) and highlights the airline’s efforts to optimize its service and address challenges posed by John Wayne Airport’s limited gate space and curfew restrictions.
Get the latest scores and stats from Orange County high school baseball and softball games played on Friday, April 26. Highlights include Ocean View’s victory over Katella in the Golden West League, Northwood’s win against Portola in the Pacific Coast League, and El Toro’s triumph over Pacifica in non-league action. In softball, Villa Park, Pacifica, and Foothill all secured wins in non-league games.
The National Weather Service issued a freeze watch for Orange and Putnam counties, valid from 2 a.m. to 8 a.m. on Friday. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 degrees are possible. Residents are advised to protect tender plants and outdoor plumbing from the cold.
A Westminster man has pleaded guilty to killing his father, but due to an insanity ruling by an Orange County Superior Court judge, he will be committed to a state mental health facility. Johnson Loc, 38, was charged with murder in the killing of his 66-year-old father, Thinh Loc, on December 10, 2021. However, based on medical reports, Judge Greg Jones determined that Loc was insane at the time of the crime and thus ineligible for prison time.
The trial of Raul Gastellum Flores, charged with participating in a murder plot that resulted in the deaths of four men in 2015, is nearing its end as jury deliberations begin. Prosecutors allege that Flores was part of a crew working for Rosario Roman-Lopez, who sought revenge against the Berrelleza brothers for unpaid debts and control of a drug-trafficking operation. Flores admitted to being present at the killings and setting the victims’ bodies on fire. The defense argues that Flores was not aware of the plan to kill the brothers and acted out of duress. The outcome of the trial will shed light on the motivations behind the violent events and the extent of Flores’ involvement in the alleged conspiracy.
Local high school swimmers are set to make a splash in the CIF Southern Section league finals this week, aiming to secure bragging rights and fine-tune their preparations for the upcoming championships. Several talented athletes are expected to shine, including Teagan O’Dell of Santa Margarita, Gracyn Aquino of Santa Margarita, Andrew Maksymowski of Northwood, and Jacob Wang of Woodbridge.
Many cast members have come and gone from the Bravo series “Real Housewives of Orange County” over the years. Some have gone on to successful careers in other areas, while others have faded from the spotlight. Here’s a look at where some of the former Housewives are now:
* **Vicki Gunvalson:** Vicki was one of the original cast members of “RHOC” and appeared on the show for 14 seasons. She left the show in 2020 and has since been focusing on her businesses and spending time with her family.
* **Tamra Judge:** Tamra joined the cast of “RHOC” in season 3 and appeared on the show for 12 seasons. She left the show in 2020 and has since been focusing on her health and her CBD business.
* **Gretchen Rossi:** Gretchen joined the cast of “RHOC” in season 4 and appeared on the show for four seasons. She left the show in 2013 and has since been focusing on her family and her business ventures.
* **Meghan King Edmonds:** Meghan joined the cast of “RHOC” in season 10 and appeared on the show for three seasons. She left the show in 2018 and has since been focusing on her family and her blog.
* **Lydia McLaughlin:** Lydia joined the cast of “RHOC” in season 8 and appeared on the show for two seasons. She left the show in 2018 and has since been focusing on her family and her fashion business.
Scores and highlights from Orange County high school sports games on Tuesday, April 23rd. Villa Park defeated El Dorado in Crestview League baseball, Newport Harbor topped Laguna Beach and Corona del Mar came out on top against Marina in Wave League play. In the Golden West League, Ocean View defeated Katella in baseball while Pacifica earned a decisive victory over Tustin in Empire League softball. Edison prevailed over Newport Harbor in Sunset League softball and, in boys golf, Tesoro and Crean Lutheran emerged victorious in South Coast and Empire League competitions, respectively.
The National Weather Service has issued a freeze watch for Orange, Putnam, Rockland, and Westchester counties in New York, effective from 3 a.m. to 9 a.m. on Thursday. Sub-freezing temperatures in the upper 20s and low 30s are expected, which could damage crops, vegetation, and unprotected outdoor plumbing. Residents are advised to take steps to protect tender plants from the cold, as freeze warnings typically indicate temperatures between 29-32 degrees, which can be fatal to sensitive flora.
