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Disease outbreak cuts Wyoming, Yellowstone wolf numbers to lowest level since reintroduction era
Canine distemper drastically reduced Wyoming and Yellowstone wolf numbers in 2025, resulting in the lowest population count in two decades.
Trump’s proposed ‘Golden Dome’ estimated to cost $1.2 trillion, far more than he initially said
Trump's "Golden Dome for America" space weapons plan will cost $1.2 trillion over 20 years, more than the initial $175 billion price tag.
Graduation 2026 schedule: Dates, times for Orange County high schools
Seniors across Orange County will enjoy ceremonies in the coming weeks.
An e-bike or an e-moto? Here is how to tell
E-bikes are capped at either 20 mph or 28 mph depending on the class and the electric motors are capped at 750 watts, per state law.
Orange County scores and player stats for Monday, May 11
Scores and stats from Orange County games on Monday, May 11
Orange County boys and girls track and field leaderboard, May12
Orange County's track and field leaders going into the CIF Southern Section championships.
Online seller eBay rejects GameStop’s $56 billion takeover offer
EBay is rejecting an unsolicited $56 billion takeover offer from GameStop, calling the proposal “neither credible or attractive.”
Ex-Dodgers pitcher admits lying in Rebecca Grossman crash death case
"I knew it was wrong," Scott Erickson told a jury while explaining that he was attempting to avoid liability in the crash that killed two brothers in Westlake Village.
Dodgers acquire Alek Thomas from Diamondbacks in minor trade
Thomas, who was a regular in the Diamondbacks' outfield three of the past four seasons but hitting just .181 this season, is expected to report to Triple-A.
Recipe: Tasty dessert is just right for this warm spell
Ice cream sandwich treats can be made in no time, even ahead of time for a party