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The Irvine Fine Arts Center invites the community to its 37th annual Holiday Faire on Friday, November 8, and Saturday, November 9. Featuring dozens of artisans and showcasing unique handmade gifts for purchase — including holiday decorations, hand-blown glass, ceramics, jewelry, folk crafts,…

The Irvine Fine Arts Center announces the opening of Silver, a group photography exhibition that spans throughout the center’s galleries and features works in the realm of photojournalism, documentation, abstraction, surrealism, and more. An opening reception is 4–6 p.m. Saturday, November 23. The…

The Irvine Police Department is seeking information from the public regarding an armed home invasion robbery. On the evening of Monday, October 14, the Irvine Police Department responded to a report of an armed robbery at a residence in the area of Bosque and Irvine Blvd. The victim reported that…

Grand theft charges were filed today against Mr. Matthew August, a former police sergeant with the Irvine Police Department. August is accused of falsifying overtime records and receiving over $68,000 in compensation for overtime he did not work from February 25, 2017 to October 19, 2018. A link to…

The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will be participating in the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community members can drop off unwanted medications at four designated locations in the City of Irvine. This…

The City of Irvine is accepting applications to fill two volunteer member-at-large vacancies on the Irvine Sports Committee. The committee is composed of representatives from Irvine’s youth sports organizations. It provides the City Council and the Community Services Commission with input and…

The City of Irvine is developing a Strategic Energy Plan that will demonstrate Irvine’s commitment to leadership and innovation. The Plan will support businesses and residents in adopting affordable, efficient, and resilient energy solutions. We would like your input on strategies relating to…

Irvine is the Safest City of its size for Part I violent crime, FBI data for calendar year 2018 shows. Information released Monday shows Irvine has the lowest rate of violent crime per capita of any city in the nation with a population of 250,000 or more. This is the 14th consecutive year Irvine…

The Irvine Police Department (IPD) will conduct a sobriety checkpoint as part of the Department’s continued commitment to reducing injuries and deaths caused by impaired drivers. The checkpoint will be conducted Saturday, Sept. 21, from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. in the area of Culver Drive and Campus Drive…

IRVINE, Calif. (September 20, 2019): Today, the City of Irvine partnered with Stanbridge University for its first-ever tree-planting event in the Irvine. Eighty Stanbridge University volunteers planted more than 160 native trees and plants in the Bosque area of the Great Park Trails. Through…

The City of Irvine has been voted “Best City to Live in” for the fourth consecutive year by The Orange County Register readers. “As Mayor, I am often asked what makes Irvine special,” said Christina Shea, Mayor of the City of Irvine. The Orange County Register readers confirmed what we…

At its September 10 meeting, the City Council voted to establish a Safe Community Task Force 2020 for a period of six months, with the goal to ensure Irvine remains a safe place for our residents and visitors.  This Task Force will be comprised of 12 members with Mayor Shea and Councilmember…

  Public is invited to tour the renovated center at a free open house Thursday, September 19, 3–5 p.m, followed by a pop-event to gather input on a future universal playground. The City’s Disability Services program has a new home, following renovations at Sweet Shade Ability Center in…

In partnership with Waste Management the City of Irvine is hosting a free paper shredding event on Saturday, January 27 at the Lakeview Senior Center. Irvine residents can safely and securely dispose of up to five banker-size boxes (dimensions 24 inches x 12 inches) at a mobile shredding unit…

Do you work, live, shop, dine, or visit places in the Irvine Business Complex (IBC)?  The IBC is one of the most dynamic, fast-paced, and thriving areas within the City, and is comprised of a mixed-use residential, commercial, retail, and industrial districts.  The City is launching an…

September is Emergency Preparedness Month, and the Irvine Police Department (IPD) would like to share some important steps with residents and businesses to help protect family members and employees in an emergency. Irvine residents are encouraged to be prepared for any disaster that may impact our…

The City of Irvine is accepting applications for two member-at-large positions on the Irvine Senior Citizens Council. The Senior Citizens Council acts in an advisory capacity to the City Council on matters related to aging adults, including the planning of facilities, transportation, services, and…

In an effort to enhance community engagement, the City of Irvine announces the launch of eComment, a new web-based feature that allows community members to participate in local government. Using a computer, tablet, or mobile device, eComment provides citizens with an additional opportunity to…

As part of an ongoing effort to enhance customer service, the City of Irvine is launching a new, streamlined, web-based platform for planning, building, and engineering applications. With Irvine Ready!, residents and businesses will no longer have to travel to the Irvine Civic Center to apply and…

The City of Irvine is seeking individuals interested in enriching the lives of older adults by volunteering to become a CHAMPION (Community Helper Assisting Mature Persons in Our Neighborhood). This unique volunteer position is designed to meet the needs of isolated seniors by matching them with…