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Orange County girls athlete of the week: Liliana Escobar, JSerra
The pitcher helped JSerra's softball team move into a tie for first place in the Trinity League.
Orange County boys athlete of the week: Connor Ohl, Newport Harbor
The Newport Harbor swimmer is the Orange County boys athlete of the week.
Huntington Beach boys volleyball sweeps Corona del Mar, advances to semifinals
Huntington Beach plays a complete game as it sweeps its Sunset League rival and sets up a showdown with Mira Costa in the CIF-SS Division 1 semifinals.
Newport Coast estate linked to NBA star Zach LaVine lists for $40 million
While a private trust bought the estate in 2023, the two-time NBA All-Star has occasionally shared glimpses of the property on social media.
CIF State girls basketball: Previews of the finals for Laguna Hills, El Dorado
A look at the matchups for the two Orange County teams playing Friday in CIF State finals in Sacramento.
All-County boys wrestling: Max Murillo is the OC wrestler of the year
The Esperanza junior, who repeated as a CIF-SS champion and advanced to CIF State Championships, leads the Orange County selections for the 2025-26 season.
Top OC swimming and diving marks entering league finals, April 27
Fountain Valley's Alyssa Ton leads Orange County in three events entering the Sunset League championships this week.
South girls, North boys ride defense to wins in OC all-star basketball games
A block by Amelia Booth of Portola sparks the South girls while Mekhi Belote of Los Amigos helps anchor the defense for the North boys.
As Route 66 turns 100, the ‘Mother Road’ still inspires nostalgia
You’ll pass through thriving towns and ghost towns through the California leg of the road, framed by hundreds of miles of stunning scenery, writes columnist Mark Landis.
Venezuela’s acting president defends country’s territory and rejects Trump’s 51st state remarks
President Rodríguez defended the oil-rich Essequibo claim against Guyana at the International Court of Justice, arguing for negotiations.