OC Blog News Roundup - December 24, 2007
Posted by: Jonathan Constantine | 12/24/2007 10:43 AM
Today's top stories from behind the Orange Curtain:
IN THE MIX: Religions not that different (DP)
Actually, I'm not Roman Catholic. I've had to say that many times in my life. When your name is Alicia Lopez and the other half of you is mostly Irish, people often assume your religion.
Federal, state fire aid at $114 million (LAT)
Officials say about $114 million in state and federal aid has been distributed following the wildfires of the last two months.
Overturned car on 57 (OCR)
Witnesses say car flipped on southbound lanes of freeway.
Live Oak Canyon Road closed after car crashes into pole (OCR)
Suspected DUI accident downed power line just south of Monastery Road.
Santa Ana City Council likes blackout TV dates (LAT)
Only one meeting a month will be broadcast, Santa Ana officials decide. Mayor says an 'informal' setting is sometimes needed.
Rapper, sheriff, bishop lead year's top O.C. courts stories (OCR)
There were Indictments, convictions and eloquent statements from victims.
2 arrested on suspicion of aiming laser beams at helicopter (OCR)
Three laser incidents reported Sunday.
BUSINESS WATCH: South Coast not a mall (DP)
It boasts one of the richest collections of stores under one roof in Southern California, including a number of Orange County exclusives and high-end boutiques.
4 teens injured in Cypress crash (OCR)
2 were trapped in the wreck that occurred late Sunday on Cerritos Avenue.
Overnight closures on the 5 freeway this week (OCR)
Segments to be closed for construction including some on/off ramps.
High winds could hit 90 mph inland by dawn Tuesday (OCR)
The Santa Ana winds will gust up to 90 mph before dawn Tuesday in the county's eastern canyons and foothills and up to 50 mph at the coast, leading to a high wind watch from the National Weather Service.
Sting operation nets 16 contractors (OCR)
NEWS VIDEO: From OC in Two ... unlicensed contractors nabbed; it's a travel nightmare for some passengers; police watch woman's decorations, and more.
IN THE MIX: Religions not that different (DP)
Actually, I'm not Roman Catholic. I've had to say that many times in my life. When your name is Alicia Lopez and the other half of you is mostly Irish, people often assume your religion.
Federal, state fire aid at $114 million (LAT)
Officials say about $114 million in state and federal aid has been distributed following the wildfires of the last two months.
Overturned car on 57 (OCR)
Witnesses say car flipped on southbound lanes of freeway.
Live Oak Canyon Road closed after car crashes into pole (OCR)
Suspected DUI accident downed power line just south of Monastery Road.
Santa Ana City Council likes blackout TV dates (LAT)
Only one meeting a month will be broadcast, Santa Ana officials decide. Mayor says an 'informal' setting is sometimes needed.
Rapper, sheriff, bishop lead year's top O.C. courts stories (OCR)
There were Indictments, convictions and eloquent statements from victims.
2 arrested on suspicion of aiming laser beams at helicopter (OCR)
Three laser incidents reported Sunday.
BUSINESS WATCH: South Coast not a mall (DP)
It boasts one of the richest collections of stores under one roof in Southern California, including a number of Orange County exclusives and high-end boutiques.
4 teens injured in Cypress crash (OCR)
2 were trapped in the wreck that occurred late Sunday on Cerritos Avenue.
Overnight closures on the 5 freeway this week (OCR)
Segments to be closed for construction including some on/off ramps.
High winds could hit 90 mph inland by dawn Tuesday (OCR)
The Santa Ana winds will gust up to 90 mph before dawn Tuesday in the county's eastern canyons and foothills and up to 50 mph at the coast, leading to a high wind watch from the National Weather Service.
Sting operation nets 16 contractors (OCR)
NEWS VIDEO: From OC in Two ... unlicensed contractors nabbed; it's a travel nightmare for some passengers; police watch woman's decorations, and more.
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Daily News Roundup -- 2007
