As if LeBron James wasn’t given enough to relocate to Hollywood, now his big movie is getting a tax break. The upcoming “Space Jam 2” is the highest profile feature film project to qualify for California’s tax credit program. Produced by “Black Panther’s” Ryan Coogler and starring the Lakers’ new superstar, the sequel to the…
Do you love birds but will be stuck at a computer Tuesday? The Irvine Ranch Conservancy is hosting a 24-hour “virtual bird watch,” beginning at 9 a.m., featuring a new migratory specimen each hour. A photograph and background information on the featured bird will be posted. The bald eagle, Cassin’s kingbird, hooded oriole, Cooper’s hawk…
The crowded roads and airports experts predict for the Thanksgiving holiday may make you miss the recession. After peaking in 2005, holiday travel took a big hit in the United States during the economic downturn, but it’s been on the rebound since about 2011. This year will hit its biggest numbers in 13 years, AAA…
A woman died Sunday night after the car she was driving was hit by a truck and burst into flames on the 55 freeway in Costa Mesa. The driver of the truck was arrested shortly after when officers suspected he was driving under the influence of alcohol. The woman, whose name has not been released,…
Chances are you’ll be watching football and eating – a lot – on Thanksgiving Day. And, of course, visiting with friends and family. But in case you get the itch to go out, here’s a little rundown of some places in Orange County that will be closed on the holiday – plus a nod to retailers…
By GARY FINEOUT TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — This was the year Florida’s Democrats spoke ambitiously of ending their 20-year journey in political exile in this battleground state. Instead, election results after a tense and bruising recount showed Republicans coming out on top for governor and even picking up a U.S. Senate seat. After a recount dragged…
