Huntington Beach

An elderly man in a wheelchair was struck and killed by a driver in Huntington Beach on Aug. 18. Police responded to the crash at the intersection of Skylab Road and Able Lane around 2 p.m. Officers discovered the victim, who was described as a 74-year-old Westminster man, lying unconscious on the roadway.

The O.C. Sanitation District continued its work on a controversial sewer easement project, resulting in the demolition of another backyard pool. This activity is part of an ongoing legal battle concerning the infrastructure and has progressed toward trial.

Hazmat crews responded to a chemical mishap in Huntington Beach that caused evacuations. The incident occurred on Wednesday, prompting emergency response efforts.

A small Piper PA-28 Cherokee plane made an emergency landing on Huntington Beach shoreline after the pilot reported an engine issue. The pilot, Mike Bremner, and one other person on board safely evacuated without injuries. The plane, branded with ElderAbuseAirForce.com, is associated with a nonprofit organization focused on elder dignity.

A small plane made an emergency landing on the sand at Huntington Beach shortly after takeoff. The pilot and his teenage nephew were safe following the incident.

A small plane made an emergency landing on the sand at Huntington Beach shortly after takeoff. The pilot and his teenage nephew were unharmed.

A small plane made an emergency landing on the sand at Huntington Beach in Southern California shortly after takeoff. The pilot and his teenage nephew were unharmed following the incident.

A small plane made an emergency landing on the sand at Huntington Beach, Southern California, shortly after takeoff. The pilot and his teenage nephew were unharmed.

An e-bike collision in Huntington Beach resulted in the death of a young man. The popularity of electric bikes has coincided with an increase in deaths and injuries.

An e-bike collision in Huntington Beach resulted in a young man's death. The increasing popularity of electric bikes has led to a rise in deaths and injuries.

A small plane made an emergency landing on the sand at Huntington Beach. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.

A 21-year-old e-biker died five days after a crash in Huntington Beach on July 21. The incident occurred at the intersection of Warner Avenue and Plaza Lane around 12:30 p.m., according to the Huntington Beach Police Department.

Huntington Beach, a conservative town in California, faces political challenges as it remains one of the few conservative areas on the coast. The article mentions Governor Gavin Newsom and Xavier Becerra, Newsom’s potential successor, in the political context.

A 21-year-old from Huntington Beach has been charged with vehicular manslaughter after his friend was killed while car surfing on Pacific Coast Highway last summer.

A manslaughter charge has been filed against a young man accused of towing Kolby Aipa in Huntington Beach. Kolby Aipa is the grandson of a legendary Hawaiian surfboard shaper.

A manslaughter charge has been filed against a young man accused of towing Kolby Aipa along PCH in Huntington Beach. Kolby Aipa is the grandson of a legendary Hawaiian surfboard shaper.

Huntington Beach’s election system is changing following a court ruling. The city is being granted authority to determine its voting methods rather than a judge.

Irvine voters will decide in November whether to adopt ranked-choice voting for city elections, pending financial constraints. The City Council approved the measure with a cost cap of 0.23% of the general fund budget ($710,000) to implement the system starting in 2028. Opponents cited financial concerns and uncertainty about cost estimates, while supporters argued it would reduce political manipulation by 'spoiler candidates' and improve voter outcomes.

A 24-year-old Orange County man has been charged with murder after a DUI-related crash where he was driving over 100 mph. The April 15 collision on Pacific Coast Highway in Huntington Beach resulted from Lukas McHargue rear-ending 53-year-old Heather Lewis.

A Huntington Beach poker player was hogtied and robbed of his poker winnings at a Las Vegas Airbnb on Sunday night. The incident occurred during a stay at the rental property in the city.

A 22-year-old Costa Mesa man was killed after his motorcycle collided with an Amazon delivery truck in Huntington Beach. The crash occurred on Beach Boulevard near Slater Avenue around 8:30 p.m., according to police.

Buena Park police issued a warning about a potential social media-fueled teen takeover at Knott's Berry Farm, following similar alerts in Lakewood and Huntington Beach after an incident in Newport Beach last week.

Buena Park police warned of a potential social media-fueled teen takeover at Knott's Berry Farm. Similar warnings were issued in Lakewood and Huntington Beach following an incident in Newport Beach last week.

A Southern California woman was attacked by a violent mob during an alleged 'TikTok Takeover' at Newport Beach on the Fourth of July and later shared an emotional video about the incident. Another beach takeover is reportedly planned at nearby Huntington Beach.

A woman injured during a violent Fourth of July beach takeover in Newport Beach is speaking out as authorities prepare for similar events potentially targeting Huntington Beach and an Orange County theme park this weekend. The July 4 gathering in Newport Beach involved fires, looting, and chaos.

Huntington Beach Police are warning online organizers and promoters attempting a 'takeover' that they will be prosecuted for any criminal activities. The police emphasized enforcement against criminality related to the event.

Huntington Beach Police are warning online 'takeover' promoters that they will face prosecution for any criminal activities. The police aim to deter organizers attempting to host events labeled as criminal by law enforcement.

Kevin Shenkman, a liberal attorney, convinced a local Orange County judge to mandate Huntington Beach to switch its voting system to ranked-choice during an election cycle. The move aims to disrupt traditional head-to-head ballot systems.

A group of lifeguards allege they were filmed naked in a Huntington Beach locker room by former parks chief Kevin Pearsall, who is accused of using hidden cameras. They announced a lawsuit against the state on Thursday.

West Nile virus was confirmed in mosquitoes collected from eight Orange County cities, including Costa Mesa, Fullerton, Garden Grove, and Westminster this week. Last week, infected samples were reported in Buena Park, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, and Seal Beach. Inspectors will be monitoring the areas.

A judge ordered Huntington Beach to adopt ranked-choice voting for the November 2026 general election to address claims of diluted Latino voting power in at-large elections. The ruling followed a lawsuit by the Southwest Voter Registration Education Project and resident Victor Valladares, who argued that the city’s electoral system disadvantaged Latino voters in the Oak View neighborhood.

A California State Parks superintendent has been charged with secretly recording dozens of naked lifeguards and other employees in a Huntington Beach locker room. The DA announced the charges.

The West Nile virus has been detected in mosquitoes in Huntington Beach, Orange County. The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District stated the risk of infection remains low and urged residents to take precautions.

A brood of ducklings was trapped in an underground storm drain in Huntington Beach, prompting emergency crews to respond to the rescue scene. The Huntington Beach Fire Department received a call about the situation, though the duration of the ducks' entrapment remains unclear.

A man was arrested in Huntington Beach for allegedly engaging in suspicious behavior toward children near a school. The suspect, Ivan Mendoza, 21, of Irvine, was taken into custody after police received reports on June 2.

Authorities in Huntington Beach are searching for a man accused of targeting children by driving around neighborhoods. The incident was reported on June 2, with detectives investigating but not disclosing specific details of the suspect's actions.

A Huntington Beach defense tech startup has reached a $1.8 billion valuation after raising $300 million in its latest funding round.

Robert Garcia, a gay congressman, is leading in the primary for California's congressional district 42, which now includes the conservative city of Huntington Beach due to redistricting. Huntington Beach, known for banning Pride flags and opposing state policies, may be represented by a Democratic congressman.

Robert Garcia, a Democratic LGBTQ+ congressman, is leading in the primary for California's congressional district 42. Huntington Beach, a conservative community, is now part of this district due to redistricting efforts favoring Democrats.

A surfer in Huntington Beach reported their Toyota 4Runner stolen during a beach session, prompting warnings about risky habits that may leave vehicles vulnerable to theft.