Eric Licas
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FDA widens door to research on psychedelics like ketamine, LSD for treatment of PTSD, depression
Daniele Piomelli of UC Irvine's Center for the Study of Cannabis notes that millions of people across the U.S. suffer from conditions that might benefit from treatment with psychedelic drugs. → Read More
State Auditor: O.C.'s Medi-Cal insurer made slow progress improving access while gathering $1.2B surplus
A state audit pointed out that providers were not meeting standards for timely access to care, and the agency had fallen short on efforts to improve care for the homeless. → Read More
Scooter driver killed in Huntington Beach crash
The man who died was a 53-year-old resident of Huntington Beach, police said. The driver, 30, remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. → Read More
Newport Beach woman who survived abusive relationship uses her experience to empower others
What Kelly Roberts' ex-boyfriend put her through was meant to destroy her. But now, as a volunteer for Human Options, her experience as a survivor helps her empower others going through similar situations. → Read More
O.C. lawmakers champion bills raising penalties for fentanyl dealers and accountability from online platforms
During a news conference, Assemblywoman Cottie Petrie-Norris warns of drug dealers "connecting with our kids on platforms like Snapchat, Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp." → Read More
Laguna Canyon Foundation invites volunteers to connect with nature and complete critical trail work
Each week, volunteers will shape trails shared by roughly 4 million people in a biodiverse habitat unique to the world. → Read More
Witness in Newport Beach fight sought
The person in a photo shared by investigators is not suspected of any wrongdoing, and detectives hope he might be able to help them piece together what happened. → Read More
Man and woman found dead after reports of argument in Fountain Valley bedroom
A resident had called to report hearing a verbal argument and loud noise coming from the room Sunday morning. → Read More
Heroes with Heart award ceremony recognizes compassion above and beyond the call of duty
"These people do it for free, entirely out of the kindness of their hearts," Seal Beach Police Capt. Nick Nicholas said of the hosting nonprofit. "They go into horribly sad, tragic situations solely because they want to help people." → Read More
Trump supporters rally in defense of indicted former president in Huntington Beach
Not everyone who encountered the demonstrators was supportive, including one person taken into custody after striking one of them with a skateboard. → Read More
Costa Mesa installs automated cameras looking out for suspicious vehicles 24/7
Costa Mesa Police Chief Ron Lawrence calls the tools a "huge asset" to helping law enforcement solve serious crimes. → Read More
Orange County dries out and warms up into the weekend, but temperatures remain below average
Saturday should be the warmest day of the week in Orange County, with highs ranging in the 60s. → Read More
2 killed in possible murder-suicide in Huntington Beach
A person in a home on the 9500 block of Kensington Drive reported the shooting at about 6 p.m. Sunday, police said. → Read More
Rolling fondant with the punches: Seal Beach nurse opens home bakery amid unexpected challenges
She started out by making cakes for neighbors and friends, but by 2021 Christina Brody-Chafe found herself taking orders from well outside of Seal Beach. → Read More
Strickland, opponent of state housing mandate, responds to reports he lives in affordable housing
Huntington Beach Mayor Tony Strickland says he's not against affordable housing, but he believes the city is "built out." → Read More
Stretch of PCH in Huntington Beach shut down again amid latest storms, officials seek solutions
Caltrans spokeswoman Angela Madison said the closure of the route due to flooding between Warner Avenue and Seapoint Street is "all about safety." → Read More
Autopilot was not engaged in 2022 Tesla Model S crash that killed 3 in Newport Beach
The Tesla Model S Plaid was traveling in "great excess" of the speed limit when it slammed into construction equipment on Pacific Coast Highway May 12, Newport Beach Police Lt. Eric Little said. → Read More
Orange County doctor killed on bike ride remembered for saving lives
Loved ones remember Michael Mammone at a memorial in Laguna Beach. The doctor was fatally stabbed while riding his bike in Orange County on Feb. 1. → Read More
Driver charged with murder in killing of doctor on bike ride
Dr. Michael John Mammone, 58, was riding his bike when he was hit from behind by a car whose driver got out and stabbed him, Orange County sheriff’s officials said. → Read More
80-year-old driver of Toyota struck by Porsche while pulling out of driveway dies in Huntington Beach
The crash happened on Beach Boulevard near Knoxville Avenue at about 9 a.m. Thursday, police said. Investigators do not believe drugs or alcohol were involved, and no arrest was announced in connection with the collision. → Read More