US government agrees to drop tax claims against Trump in broadening of IRS lawsuit settlement
The document says the U.S. is “forever barred and precluded” from examining or prosecuting Trump, his sons and the Trump organization’s current tax issues, states the one-page document posted to…
UCLA’s Jordan Woolery named Softball America’s National Player of the Year
The senior first baseman, hitting .506 with 34 homers and a Bruins-record 111 RBIs, is having one of the greatest seasons in NCAA Division I history.
Rubio heads to a NATO FMs meeting as European angst over Trump reliability, US troops, Iran grows
The trip also comes as uncertainty over Trump's intentions with regard to the war with Iran is rising.
You can get Taco Bell’s new take on Mexican Pizza early; here’s how
This version of Taco Bell's fan favorite officially debuts on Thursday, May 21.
Cherokee Nation integrates culture into new treatment center built with opioid settlement funds
The Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma is using opioid settlement funds to build a culturally competent healthcare system.
Appeals court judges appear to be divided over Pentagon’s legal dispute with AI company Anthropic
A panel of appellate judges appears to be divided over a legal dispute between the Pentagon and Anthropic. The AI technology company claims Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth unlawfully and falsely…
Graduates are booing pep talks on AI at college commencements
Artificial intelligence has become an unwelcome topic at college commencements.
Orange County scores and player stats for Monday, May 18
Scores and stats from Orange County games on Monday, May 18
Aliso Viejo’s Trattoria Trullo plans four-course gluten-free feast
Marco Criscuolo's menu starts with focaccia topped with sweet and sour cherries, whipped mascarpone, toasted almond and mint.
10 festivals and conventions to keep on your summer radar
Some things to do include a free lemon festival, a tattoo convention, cultural celebrations, and horror-themed events.