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The Red Flag Warning has been extended through Thursday, January 23, at 8 p.m. A Red Flag Warning means warm temperatures, very low humidities, and stronger winds are expected to combine to produce an increased risk of fire danger.  The California wildfire threat is real and…

The City of Irvine is transitioning Library services from the County of Orange to a new Irvine Public Library system, allowing for a more personalized, local approach to library services. Join us at a series of informational meetings to provide input on the future of your library system and help…

The City of Irvine is committed to safeguarding its community through comprehensive emergency preparedness and response efforts. Emergency preparedness is a shared responsibility. Irvine residents are encouraged to sign up for the AlertOC notification system (Open in new window) to…

The Los Angeles County firestorm has brought widespread devastation across communities in and around Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Pasadena, and Sylmar, leaving numerous communities in urgent need of assistance. The following resources outline how you can help those impacted by this disaster.…

AlertOC is a mass notification system designed to keep Orange County residents and businesses informed of emergencies. Take a moment to register your cell phone, home phone, and email address at AlertOC.org (Open in new window) to receive notifications in an emergency. Be wildfire ready.…

The City of Irvine received three portable, solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) chargers and ordered an electric Ford F-150 Lightning fleet vehicle, utilizing $333,830 in Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) funding from the Federal Department of Energy. The Environmental Programs…

IRVINE, Calif. (January 6, 2025) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) arrested 44-year-old Eric Reid Zuercher, of Irvine, for having a sexually explicit text conversation with an adult posing as a minor and suggesting they meet. On the evening of Sunday, January 5, 2025, a private group that…

IRVINE, Calif. (January 3, 2025) – An 88-year-old man has died after being involved in a single-vehicle traffic collision. Yesterday, January 2, 2025, at about 3:30 p.m., the Irvine Police Department (IPD) received reports of a man having a medical emergency at the parking structure exit at 100…

IRVINE, Calif. (January 2, 2025) – A 65-year-old motorcyclist who was a resident of Santa Ana has died after being involved in a traffic collision. Yesterday, January 1, 2025, at about 4:53 p.m., the Irvine Police Department (IPD) received reports of a collision between a vehicle and a motorcycle…

Irvine, Calif. (December 27, 2024) – A driver has died after being involved in a single-vehicle traffic collision. Last night, at 10:23 p.m., the Irvine Police Department (IPD) received reports of a traffic collision on Bonita Canyon Drive under the State Route 73 (SR-73) Toll Road overpass. IPD…

The City of Irvine was awarded a Top Workplaces 2024 honor, ranking 11th among large companies with 500 or more employees in The Orange County Register’s 17th annual list of Top Workplaces.   This is the fourth consecutive year the City has received this prestigious…

At a special meeting December 12, the Irvine City Council voted unanimously to withdraw from the Orange County Power Authority (OCPA) in 2025, and directed numerous changes to the City’s relationship with the agency in the meantime. This decision comes after serious concerns were raised regarding…

Irvine City Manager Oliver C. Chi has announced several key executive appointments that will strengthen the City’s ability to advance strategic projects and initiatives, including building the Great Park, addressing the community’s health and wellness needs, and executing the City’s economic…

Get into the holiday spirit at the Great Park, where festive lights, art, and music bring a joyful atmosphere to the season. Enjoy a winter wonderland of interactive displays, photo opportunities, and family-friendly activities, all running through December 29. Palm Court Light Display: Stroll…

City of Irvine Mayor Larry Agran and Councilmembers Mike Carroll, William Go, Melinda Liu, and James Mai were sworn into office for their respective terms in front of a capacity audience tonight in the Council Chamber. The evening was a historic milestone for Irvine as the first swearing-in…

The community is invited to the City of Irvine’s swearing-in ceremony for the newly elected City Councilmembers Tuesday, December 10. Mayor-elect Larry Agran, Councilmember Mike Carroll, and Councilmembers-elect William Go, Melinda Liu, and James Mai will be sworn into office in the Council…

Irvine, Calif. (December 2, 2024) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and Driver’s License checkpoint as part of the Department’s continued commitment to reducing injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. The checkpoint will be…

Orange County Waste & Recycling is holding a meeting regarding the proposed Renewable Natural Gas Facility at Frank R. Bowerman landfill. The meeting will take place Wednesday, December 4, at 6 p.m. at Portola Springs Community Center. The project will convert the landfill gas that is currently…

After an extensive and competitive recruitment process, the City of Irvine has selected Julie Zeoli as its first Librarian, a significant step in establishing a new Library Services division. Zeoli comes to Irvine from the City of Yorba Linda, where she was Assistant Library Director and played a…

The City of Irvine is honored to announce the opening of the new Art at City Hall exhibition, Minna Chow: Traditional Chinese Brush Painting. The exhibition, opening Friday, December 13, features works by Irvine artist Minna Chow, who breathes life into the natural world through the ancient art of…