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Reps. Young Kim, Robin Kelly Lead Resolution Recognizing Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week

By South OC Times | May 6, 2024

Washington, DC – Today, U.S. Representatives Young Kim (CA-40) and Robin Kelly (IL-02), who serve as co-chairs of the Maternity Care Caucus, introduced a bipartisan resolution (H.Res 1193) to designate May 5-11, 2024 as “Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week” to raise awareness about maternal mental health and its effects on maternal-child health.

Which former South OC Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6?

By South OC Times | May 5, 2024

These former South OC Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon May 6.

Home sales in Orange County during week ending April 27

By South OC Times | May 4, 2024

There were 305 reported residential sales in Orange County in the week ending April 27, according to BlockShopper.com.

OCSD to conduct Motorcycle Safety Enforcement in Yorba Linda

By South OC Times | May 4, 2024

The Orange County Sheriff’s Department will have extra deputies out on patrol Monday, May 6, in the city of Yorba Linda looking for violations made by drivers and motorcyclists that increase the risk of crashes."With nearly 900,000 registered motorcycles in the state, many road users are going places without the same protections as drivers. Motorcycle riders are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than vehicle occupants."To help protect you and your family, keep the following tips in mind while driving or riding:Drivers should always check twice for motorcycles in...

OCSD to conduct Motorcycle Safety Enforcement in Stanton

By South OC Times | May 3, 2024

The Orange County Sheriff’s Department is set to conduct Motorcycle Safety Enforcement in Stanton, California, as reported on May 3, 2024. The initiative aims to increase road safety by targeting violations that pose risks to both drivers and motorcyclists.According to a statement from the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, the high number of registered motorcycles in the state, close to 900,000, highlights the need for enhanced safety measures on the roads. The department emphasized the alarming statistic that "motorcycle riders are 28 times more likely to die in a...

OC Sheriff Promotes Commander to Lead Newly Established Division

By South OC Times | May 2, 2024

SANTA ANA, Ca. (May 2, 2024) – The Orange County Sheriff’s Department has made a significant announcement regarding the establishment of a new division aimed at enhancing emergency communications, patrol operations, and counter-terrorism efforts within the department.Commander Charlie Walters has been appointed to lead the newly created Operations Support and Intelligence Division, which will oversee key bureaus such as the Emergency Communications Bureau, Counter-Terrorism Bureau, and Real-Time Operations Center.Orange County Sheriff-Coroner, Don Barnes, highlighted...

Issa, Overwhelming House Majority, Pass Antisemitism Awareness Act

By South OC Times | May 2, 2024

Washington – Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48) expressed his satisfaction following the passage of H.R. 6090, known as the Antisemitism Awareness Act. Issa stated, "The Congress came together yesterday and spoke with a clear and strong voice that told the truth about the recent and widespread rise of antisemitism – history’s oldest hate. But this was more than words; our vote is the setting of a standard that many justifiably thought might not be necessary in the times of today."Issa emphasized the significance of the bipartisan support for the act, noting, "But after...

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Airline Trade Group: Orange County tourism threatened by proposed credit card regulations

By OC Times News Service | 6 months ago

New credit card regulations pending in the U.S. Senate could threaten California’s $134.4 billion tourism industry by eliminating airline credit cards and reward points for travelers, said Marli Collier, managing director at Airlines for America (A4A).

OCSD to conduct Motorcycle Safety Enforcement in Rancho Santa Margarita

By South OC Times | May 1, 2024

Rancho Santa Margarita, Ca. (May 1, 2024) - The Orange County Sheriff’s Department announced plans to conduct Motorcycle Safety Enforcement in Rancho Santa Margarita on Monday, May 3, targeting violations that increase the risk of crashes.According to an unidentified source, there are nearly 900,000 registered motorcycles in the state, leading to many road users traveling without the same protections as drivers. The source also highlighted that motorcycle riders are 28 times more likely to die in a crash than vehicle occupants.In light of this, the authorities have...

Rep. Young Kim Stresses Importance of U.S. Commitments to Taiwan Amid Growing Tensions

By South OC Times | May 1, 2024

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Young Kim (CA-40), chairwoman of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific, emphasized the critical nature of upholding commitments to Taiwan amidst escalating tensions with China. Speaking at a subcommittee hearing, Rep. Kim highlighted the significance of the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA) on U.S.-Taiwan relations.Rep. Kim acknowledged the TRA's role in guiding bilateral relations with Taiwan for 45 years, describing it as a unique legislation that positions the U.S. as a leader. She underscored Taiwan's contributions to...