Irvine News Archives - Page 120 of 143

July 26, 2022

Demise of Choco Taco creates a flurry of grief among fans

It’s been a cruel summer for Taco Bell fans. First the heavily hyped Mexican Pizza went on a long hiatus, and now Choco Tacos are being distcontinued. Choco Tacos are… Continue Reading Demise of Choco...

July 25, 2022

Taking Back Sunday celebrates the 20th anniversary of ‘Tell All Your Friends,’ reveals new music is in the works

Two decades ago, Taking Back Sunday vocalist Adam Lazzara was working as a waiter and food deliveryman as the group recorded its first EP. Despite the Long Island, New York… Continue Reading Taking Back Sunday...

July 25, 2022

Status Update: Girls Inc. seeks mentors for career and college-bound youth

Girls Inc. of Orange County is seeking businesswomen to mentor next-gen leaders as they move toward college and careers. With the school year approaching, the nonprofit needs 30 to 40… Continue Reading Status Update: Girls...

July 22, 2022

Real estate news: Siemens moving regional HQ to Costa Mesa from Cypress

The energy tech company Siemens is relocating its regional headquarters to Costa Mesa from Cypress in early 2023, according to the South Coast Metro Alliance. The company, which currently occupies… Continue Reading Real estate news:...

July 21, 2022

OC Sheriff’s recruits share training with Special Olympics athletes

Special Olympics athlete Brett Laza, in red, runs with Sheriff cadets during the Fallen Officers’ Memorial Run in Tustin on Wednesday, July 20, 2022. Laza, 30, is part of the… Continue Reading OC Sheriff’s recruits...

July 19, 2022

Playing with the big toys

Jonathan Ficachi and his three-year-old daughter Rebecca Ficachi operate a crane during the Touch-A-Truck event hosted by the Orange County Soccer Club in Irvine on Saturday, July 16, 2022. (Photo… Continue Reading Playing with the...

July 18, 2022

2 killed in fiery Irvine crash in Northpark gated community

Two died in a hatchback that was rear-ended before catching fire in an Irvine gated community Sunday, July 17, and the driver of the car that hit them was arrested… Continue Reading 2 killed in...

July 18, 2022

Status Update: Board & Brew coming to Costa Mesa; Pura Vida opens at Spectrum

Board & Brew Specialty Sandwiches is opening its 23rd location with a new shop in Costa Mesa. The grand opening will be held the weekend of July 29-31 at 3030… Continue Reading Status Update: Board...

July 18, 2022

UCI requires indoor masking amid ‘high’ community transmission

Starting Monday, July 18, face coverings are required again indoors on UC Irvine property, amid high community transmission rates in Orange County. In a new executive directive, UCI Chancellor Howard… Continue Reading UCI requires indoor...

July 15, 2022

Discount Woodbridge theater scheduled for summer renovations

The locally beloved AMC Classic theater in Irvine’s Woodbridge neighborhood will temporarily close for renovation from late July to late August. Nicknamed the “Woodbridge dollar theater,” the quaint five-screen cinema… Continue Reading Discount Woodbridge theater...