Irvine News Archives - Page 56 of 191

January 15, 2025

James Mai appointed as Irvine vice mayor

In a divided vote Tuesday, the Irvine City Council selected James Mai to serve as vice mayor. Newly elected in November, Mai represents District 3, an area straddling the 5… Continue Reading James Mai appointed...

January 14, 2025

Sun Family Foundation commits another $50 million to Hoag’s Irvine expansion

The Sun Family Foundation is doubling its commitment to Hoag Hospital’s expansion in Orange County, making a second $50 million donation toward developing the health system’s Irvine campus. Diana and… Continue Reading Sun Family Foundation...

January 14, 2025

Two OC-based Boys & Girls Clubs merge to expand reach

Two youth organizations serving children in much of central Orange County have merged, a decision their leaders say will help them stretch their funding to serve more families. Marcelo Brutti,… Continue Reading Two OC-based Boys...

January 13, 2025

IHOP in Irvine is closing its doors after 32 years

The IHOP on MacArthur Blvd. in Irvine will shutter after 32 years in business. It will close its doors permanently on Jan. 29 at 3 p.m. “This decision was ultimately… Continue Reading IHOP in Irvine...

January 13, 2025

For Laguna Beach philanthropist Alec Glasser, endowing new UCI center on the ‘power of music’ is personal

Alec Glasser grew up in a working-class family in Queens, New York, working night shifts as an elevator operator to put himself through college. Now, UC Irvine is announcing the… Continue Reading For Laguna Beach...

January 13, 2025

NASA Astronaut Tracy Dyson just came back from space. Hear what she has to say.

Ever wondered what it’s like in outer space? Now’s your chance to find out from a NASA astronaut. Tracy Dyson, who completed six months aboard the International Space Station in… Continue Reading NASA Astronaut Tracy...

January 10, 2025

City lease would keep Katie Wheeler Library in Irvine from closing for now

The Katie Wheeler Library in Irvine might not be closing after all — at least not through 2029. The city of Irvine can lease the library branch from the county… Continue Reading City lease would...

January 10, 2025

OC restaurants to host dining fundraisers across county for LA fire relief

Upward of 180,000 residents have fled their homes due to the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires that have burned through the Pacific Palisades, Pasadena, Altadena and Sylmar areas. As of Friday,… Continue Reading OC restaurants to...

January 10, 2025

Long-planned footbridge over Jamboree Road at Michelson Drive in Irvine could soon be approved

Pending City Council approval, construction could soon begin for a $36.4 million pedestrian and cycling bridge spanning the intersection of Jamboree Road and Michelson Drive in Irvine. Initial plans for… Continue Reading Long-planned footbridge over...

January 9, 2025

Poet Billy Collins likes to leave his audiences ‘pleasantly disoriented’

Midway through a conversation with poet Billy Collins, talk turns to the topic of inspiration, and how a writer recognizes the small moments around which one might build a poem. “It’s… Continue Reading Poet Billy Collins...