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IRVINE, Calif. (August 20, 2021): It has come to the attention of the City of Irvine that a lawsuit has been filed against it, alleging sexual abuse by a former, and now deceased, sergeant against a member of the Explorers Program in or about 1984-1986. The deceased sergeant separated from the…

City of Irvine Environmental Programs would like to invite residents to participate in the Cool City Challenge, which is a climate moonshot strategy to get the City of Irvine to carbon neutrality by 2030. This initiative, developed by the Empowerment Institute, lays out a strategy…

The Irvine Police Department is seeking the public’s help identifying the driver of a black Jaguar XJ who struck and seriously injured a pedestrian in a crosswalk.   On Thursday, August 12, at approximately 5:30 p.m., a 31-year-old woman was crossing Encanto at Molino in the City of…

Grab your swimsuit, jump in the pool, and watch a movie on the big screen during the City of Irvine Splash-In Movie & Recreation Swim Saturday, August 21, at William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center. This year’s Splash-In Movie event features the movie Incredibles 2, and also includes an all-ages…

Celebrate the City of Irvine’s 50th anniversary at the Studio 50 Dance Party at Great Park Saturday, August 28, 6–9:30 p.m. Put on your best disco-era attire and come groove to the sounds of the ‘70s, in honor of the City’s founding in 1971. This event is free and open to all ages. The party starts…

The City of Irvine is seeking applications for five vacancies on the Irvine Residents with Disabilities Advisory Board. The board is a public advisory body of the City of Irvine that reports to the Community Services Commission. Its members provide input on the needs of Irvine residents with…

The City of Irvine was presented a $14.5 million check from Senator Dave Min at Cypress Community Center Wednesday, August 11, for the completion of the Jeffrey Open Space Trail project. Irvine Mayor Farrah N. Khan and City Council members accepted the check at a presentation attended by State and…

The Irvine City Council approved a modification to the name of the Orange County Great Park at their meeting July 27. The action will drop “Orange County” from the park’s name, to be more reflective of the ownership of the park and its growing national appeal. “The City of Irvine is a top…

Following a vehicle pursuit, the Irvine Police Department (IPD) has arrested a man and woman connected to the theft of a catalytic converter.  On August 13, at 2 a.m., an alert resident observed a catalytic converter being stolen near Great Park Blvd. and Ridge Valley and called IPD. A…

Join Irvine Mayor Farrah N. Khan and Dr. Barbara Finlayson-Pitts for the Quality of Life: Air Town Hall Wednesday, August 18 at 6:30 p.m. This is the fourth in the Quality of Life Town Hall series. This town hall will address air quality throughout Irvine and Orange County and how residents…

The City of Irvine encourages the community to take control of their health and wellness by attending the 12th annual Senior Fitness Expo Friday, August 27, 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. at the Rancho Senior Center. This free outdoor event geared toward adults 50 and older features health screenings,…

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 conducted on Saturday, August 14, from 8 p.m.…

The City of Irvine invites the community to an exhibition reception for Art at City Hall: Suburban Ecologies Thursday, August 12, 3–5 p.m., at Irvine City Hall. Suburban Ecologies brings together multiple interlocking creative projects produced by Jesse Colin Jackson, a Canadian artist based…

At its August 10 meeting, the Irvine City Council unanimously adopted a climate resolution, addressing climate change in Irvine’s environment, values, and energy resources; the Irvine ACHIEVES resolution. The resolution sets climate goals for the City and includes key stakeholder and community…

Irvine became the third city in California, and the first in Orange County, to adopt a carbon neutral goal by 2030. At its August 10 meeting, the Irvine City Council unanimously adopted a resolution to address climate change in Irvine’s environment, values, and energy sources. Known as the…

The fall issue of Inside Irvine (Open in new window) is here! Learn how you can celebrate the 20th annual Irvine Global Village Festival and the City's 50th anniversary this year, discover how to connect with City Hall digitally from the comfort of your own home, and take steps now to prepare…

The Irvine City Council has initiated a recruitment for the position of City Manager. The City Manager is appointed by the City Council and is responsible for addressing the priorities established by the Council and overseeing the day-to-day operations of our municipal government. The Irvine City…

The Irvine City Council passed a resolution reaffirming Irvine's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within our community. As such, the City of Irvine is taking steps to ensure we embrace and celebrate diversity in all aspects of our community and foster an environment…

The City of Irvine invites the community to take part in its Shoebox Parade event to honor the City’s 50th anniversary. Individuals and families are invited to design a “shoebox float” that features what they love about Irvine. To join the “parade,” grab a shoebox or similar structure, and decorate…

The Irvine Historical Society will host an open house Saturday, August 14 from noon to 4 p.m. to give residents and community members a firsthand look at Irvine’s history.     Community members are invited to join for the event to view artifacts, exhibits, and be led on a…