Analysis
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Orange County softball Top 25: Fullerton, Orange Lutheran lead the rankings
Fullerton and Orange Lutheran remain No. 1 and No. 2, respectively, in the Orange County rankings while Pacifica, Santa Margarita and JSerra move up.
Daxon: Brea gives a short-term rental program a trial
Terri Daxon is a freelance writer and the owner of Daxon Marketing Communications. She gives her perspective on Brea issues twice a month.
Orange Lutheran baseball shows pitching depth in win over Servite
Orange Lutheran gets a much-needed complete game from pitcher Sam Principe in a victory over Servite in the Trinity League.
Disneyland prepares for a cashless future
The Anaheim theme park tests cashless payments at outdoor snack carts.
Hantavirus is on the rise in Argentina, where a stricken cruise ship began its journey
The Argentine Health Ministry on Tuesday reported 101 hantavirus infections since June 2025.
Rubio arrives for audience with Pope Leo XIV to ease tensions after Trump’s criticism over Iran
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting the Vatican to mend ties after President Donald Trump’s criticisms of Pope Leo XIV.
Hundreds of homes damaged in Mississippi storms as multiple tornadoes reported
Powerful storms that included at least 1 confirmed tornado tore through parts of Mississippi, collapsing hundreds homes & tearing up trees.
Clarence Thomas becomes the second-longest-serving justice in Supreme Court history
Clarence Thomas is now the second-longest-serving Supreme Court justice in history, overtaking a member nominated by Abraham Lincoln.
Orange County baseball Top 25: Mission Viejo, San Clemente rising
Orange Lutheran and Huntington Beach are the top two teams in this week's Orange County rankings.
Bravo for these residents starting something new
The Bravo! section highlights achievements of our residents and groups.