A dangerous mosquito-borne virus that can cause deadly brain swelling is surging across Orange County — and officials are now sending trucks into one hard-hit city to fight back. West Nile virus has been detected in mosquito samples from 13 Orange County cities this season, with the number of positive samples more than doubling in just … Read more
In honor of the big 2-5-0, the West Coast is firing on all cylinders. More than half a million red, white and blue patriotic partiers are expected to flood Southern California this Fourth of July as the region throws massive Independence Day celebrations in honor of America’s 250th birthday. Expect historic parades, a star-studded stadium … Read more
The countdown is on for one of Southern California’s biggest new developments. OCVIBE, the sprawling 100-acre, $4 billion district rising around Anaheim’s Honda Center, has unveiled the first wave of restaurants, public spaces and attractions set to open over the next year — while also revealing an all-star lineup of chefs who will anchor its … Read more
Visitors heading to Irvine’s sprawling Great Park will soon have to pay to park as city leaders look for new ways to plug a growing budget hole. The Irvine City Council voted this week to end the park’s free parking perk, with hourly rates ranging from $2 to $4, and special event parking climbing as … Read more
Grab your canvas tote bags — Trader Joe’s is expanding its empire. The cult-favorite grocer has confirmed its bringing its everything bagel seasoning and mandarin orange chicken to Anaheim Hills. The new store will be located at 6336 E. Santa Ana Canyon Road, taking over a former Big Lots space at the Anaheim Hills Village. … Read more
Thousand Oaks may be one step closer to getting something residents have debated for generations: a real downtown. City officials are pushing a sweeping blueprint to bulldoze sections of the city’s quiet Civic Arts Plaza and replace it with a bustling, pedestrian-friendly downtown district. The grand vision includes a 142-room, seven-story boutique hotel, mixed-use apartment … Read more
A Los Angeles wine spot with “no actual bar” and an Orange County sports tavern packed with TVs, trivia and scorching salsa have been crowned among the best bars in America. Esquire named Stir Crazy in Los Angeles and Kelly’s Korner Tavern in Placentia to its 2026 list, giving California two spots on the magazine’s … Read more
After four long years of delays, false starts and endless speculation, one of Southern California’s most beloved thrill rides is finally making its comeback at Knott’s Berry Farm. The amusement park confirmed to the OC Register that the reimagined Montezooma’s Revenge rollercoaster will reopen this summer following a lengthy renovation project. Originally opened in 1978, … Read more
Legendary hotelier Ian Schrager’s long-awaited PUBLIC West Hollywood — a glitzy new luxury hotel taking over the former Standard Hotel site — is set to open its doors on July 15, promising a fresh dose of high-end hospitality on the Sunset Strip. Once the absolute epicenter of late 90s Hollywood decadence, the landmark property at … Read more
New details have finally come out on the newest outpost for cult-favorite In-N-Out Burger, and it’s landing smack-dab in the middle of a $1 billion mega project designed to dwarf Manhattan’s Central Park. The Irvine-based burger behemoth is planting its flag at the Great Park in Irvine, a sprawling 1,300-acre redevelopment of a former Marine … Read more
Construction crews have broken ground on Bolsa Pacific, a massive 83-acre mixed-use development set to replace the long-struggling Westminster Mall in Orange County, according to developers and project officials. The sprawling redevelopment promises to transform the site into what developers are calling “a vibrant mixed-use neighborhood with homes, shops, dining and community gathering spaces centered around a … Read more
The city of Santa Clarita is soon cutting the ribbon on a massive expansion of David March Park, and the centerpiece of the project is a grueling outdoor 116-step exercise staircase — that leads to nothing. While most people try to avoid an extra flight of stairs, the health-obsessed residents of this suburban enclave are … Read more
Los Angeles’ cutthroat restaurant scene just got a major Michelin shakeup, and a crop of buzzy newcomers from Beverly Hills sushi counters to Studio City live-fire grills are suddenly one step closer to culinary superstardom. On Wednesday, Michelin announced that 11 new Southern California restaurants have been added to the California Guide ahead of its … Read more
Southern Californians ready to swap traffic jams for splash zones this Memorial Day weekend are in luck — as some of the region’s biggest water parks are officially kicking off summer with towering slides, giant wave pools and adrenaline-pumping rides. Among the biggest draws is Hurricane Harbor Los Angeles, which reopens Saturday for the 2026 … Read more
Carson is swinging for the fences with a flashy new plan to transform its Civic Center into a sprawling entertainment and housing hub complete with a high-rise City Hall, performing arts venue, apartments and even a potential 420-room hotel. The South Bay city recently approved a new redevelopment blueprint for its roughly 20-acre Civic Center … Read more
The beauty of In-N-Out lies in its consistency — you’ll get the same crisp lettuce, toasted bun, and signature spread at any of its 400+ locations. But any true burger connoisseur knows that now all locations are created equal. In the Golden State, the venue, history and aesthetic can truly elevate a standard Double-Double. From … Read more
The $4 billion OCVIBE development surrounding the Honda Center unveiled flashy new renderings for its upcoming 5,000-seat concert hall, a sleek entertainment venue set to open in 2027 as part of the sprawling 100-acre mega-project. The venue will be situated inside the larger OCVIBE entertainment district — a new campus in Anaheim rising around the … Read more
One of the most ambitious developments in California will feature a new In-N-Out, The Post can reveal. The sprawling $1 billion outdoor mega park project that will eventually dwarf New York’s Central Park is getting its own cult-favorite burger chain. The Animal Style joint will anchor part of “The Canopy,” a new 90,000-square-foot retail and … Read more
Move over, Manhattan. A $1 billion mega-project in Orange County is set to transform an old military base into what could become one of the biggest urban parks in America — complete with lakes, museums, shopping, an amphitheater and enough space to dwarf New York’s Central Park. The sprawling 1,300-acre Great Park in Irvine is … Read more
In parts of the US, asking for grits with your eggs is expected. In others — it’s a nonstarter. A Southern staple, grits are rarely found on breakfast menus in much of the US, particularly in New England. Conversely, New England’s fare of baked beans, fish cakes and corned beef hash could be unappealing to most … Read more