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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.
When Disneyland will start selling Oogie Boogie Bash 2026 tickets
You better move quick if you want tickets — they'll go fast.
UCLA study says telemedicine did not increase health care cost — or help more people
The results were "sobering for anyone hoping telemedicine would close longstanding gaps in access," the study's lead author said.