As Independence Day nears, Sheriff’s Department officials are expressing concern about the steep increase in illegal firework calls and what that could mean for community safety. Calls regarding…

Teachers and administrators aren’t the only ones hard at work in the summer months in preparation for the upcoming school year.  Every summer, the Orange County Sheriff’s Department School…

Hiking, mountain biking and exploring Orange County’s remote areas remain favorite summer outings for many local families. In recent months, we’ve seen increased activity on local trails as families…

A 24-year-old man is in custody on suspicion of murder after a March 2017 traffic collision that killed a 33-year-old woman.   At approximately midnight on March 25, 2017, deputies…

The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is investigating multiple incidents that have occurred within the last two weeks in the Aliso Viejo and Laguna Hills areas and the Aliso Creek Hiking Trail that…

We understand residents want to educate themselves with the latest and most accurate information on COVID-19 to keep themselves and their loved one’s information safe. Unfortunately, there are…

The Orange County Sheriff's Department Traffic Division will target distracted drivers with enhanced patrol efforts on Friday.

The Orange County Sheriff's Department Traffic Division will slate added enforcement to target distracted drivers in Mission Viejo on Friday.

Investigators are seeking the public’s help in identifying awoman accused of shoplifting from two Ladera Ranch retailers on Dec. 7 The woman is suspected of stealing clothing and home…