Irvine, Calif. (July 24, 2025) – A man suspected of committing a hate-motivated assault during a road rage incident has been taken into custody.
On Tuesday, around 9:30 am, the victim was driving southbound on Sand Canyon Avenue near the Interstate 5 Freeway when he encountered Robert Leon Tackett, 54, from Irvine, yelling at a Hispanic truck driver.
Join us for the final workshop in the Heritage Park master planning series. At this community workshop, we will reflect on the valuable input we have gathered from residents, unveil inspiring early master plan concepts, and invite you to cast your vote for the vision that most excites you.
This project is a collaborative effort between the Community & Library Services Department and the Office of Health & Wellness.
Heritage Community Park is located at 14301 Yale Ave.
Join us for an inclusive hands-on community workshop where you will explore Heritage Park from diverse perspectives. Step into someone else’s shoes and help shape the future of Heritage Park. This hands-on workshop invites you to explore the park through the eyes of different community members, sparking collaboration and transformative insights for a more inclusive space.
This project is a collaborative effort between the Community & Library Services Department and the Office of Health & Wellness.
The City of Irvine invites the community to help shape the future of Heritage Community Park by participating in a series of workshops beginning this month.
The first workshops took place Monday, July 28, and Thursday, August 21, and offered a unique opportunity to explore the park during a walking tour and interactive discussion. Participants joined facilitated group tours and shared ideas and feedback to help guide future park priorities.
Join the Irvine Police Department for National Night Out, an event that brings neighbors and public safety together for a safer and stronger community.
The event will take place Tuesday, August 5, 5:30–7:30 p.m., at the Great Park Palm Court Arts Complex. Get to know your Irvine police officers and Orange County Fire Authority firefighters and enjoy a fun evening that includes:
Irvine, Calif. (July 22, 2025) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License checkpoint as part of the Department’s ongoing commitment to reducing injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. The checkpoint will take place on Friday, July 25, from 7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. around Culver Drive and Barranca Pkwy.
Join us as we drift down the lazy river on August 9 at Wild Rivers in Irvine at Float with the Flame! The Irvine Police Department will be floating with the inflatable Flame of Hope, promoting acceptance and inclusion and raising awareness and funds for the athletes of Special Olympics Orange County.
The community is invited to celebrate the grand opening of the Irvine Public Library with ribbon cutting ceremonies at Heritage Park and University Park Library Branches Sunday, August 3. These exciting events mark a milestone in Irvine’s history and offer residents an opportunity to explore the enhanced services and updated spaces that reflect the City’s vision for a modern, community-focused library system.
Grand Opening Schedule:
Be part of a unique walking workshop where you'll explore Heritage Park, learn about its current programs and services, and share your ideas for its future. Facilitated group tours, interactive discussions, and inclusive activities will help shape a park that better serves the whole community.
Maps and pencils will be provided to participants for taking notes.
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