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The City of Irvine highlighted its commitment to providing a safe, clean, enriching, and caring environment for animals awaiting adoption during a groundbreaking ceremony Monday, August 5, for the Irvine Animal Care Center expansion and renovation project. City Councilmembers, staff, and…

Read the fall edition of Inside Irvine (Open in new window) for the latest information on City news and activities. Mark your calendars now — celebrate the beauty and richness of Irvine's diverse community by attending the City's fall festivals in September and October. Plus, read…

IRVINE, Calif. (August 5, 2024) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) is investigating the homicide of  a 38-year-old Irvine resident after he was found deceased in his home. This morning, at about 2:15 a.m., a caregiver at a residence on Whistling Swan called 9-1-1 after discovering his…

IRVINE, CA (July 25, 2024):  UPDATE – The Irvine Police Department was notified a previously unidentified victim of homicide in 2009 was a missing person from Reno, Nevada. Through DNA, the victim has been identified as 14-year-old Marcia Shirree Thomas. "The Irvine Police Department has been…

For the second consecutive year, The City of Irvine has been recognized in the Orange County Business Journal for embracing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) within the workplace. The City of Irvine is one of 54 businesses, and the only city featured in the Journal's annual…

The City of Irvine is actively educating the community on how businesses, residents, and City facilities can replace single-use plastics with reusable or nonplastic items. Doing so reduces business costs, attracts new customers, and improves ecological health and sustainability. Find…

The City of Irvine is celebrating National Park and Recreation Month with an exciting collectible card challenge. Throughout the month of July, residents are invited to collect 17 unique cards representing the City’s nationally ranked parks and facilities, with a bonus card available to residents…

Update: IRVINE, Calif. (July 9, 2024) – The victim has been identified as Jazz Basse Lachance,18, of San Tan Valley, Arizona. Detectives believe Lachance died as a result of blunt force trauma. IRVINE, Calif. (July 8, 2024) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) arrested 24-year-old Braxton Tysean…

IRVINE, Calif. (July 8, 2024) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) arrested 24-year-old Braxton Tysean Hill, of Indiana, for the murder of his roommate. Today, at about 6:10 a.m., IPD responded to a residence at 2 Tyler Place in Irvine. Officers arrived and located a man with severe injuries. The…

The Irvine Fine Arts Center is pleased to announce the opening of the 2024 All Media exhibition. This annual flagship group exhibition features 68 local and regional artists whose artworks span sculpture, photography, painting, ceramics, drawing, collage, works on fiber, and more. All Media will be…

In an effort to address the growing blood supply crisis in Orange County, the City of Irvine and UCI Health are partnering together to host a blood drive event Thursday, July 11, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., at the Irvine Civic Center. Donations received will help provide critical care for patients at UCI…

The City of Irvine is hosting a question and answer (Q&A) session about Irvine's 2045 General Plan Update. Following extensive community conversations and engagement, the state-required document representing the City's vision for the next 25 years and beyond is ready for adoption. A Q…

The City of Irvine honored 23 individuals and organizations whose names have been added to the Wall of Recognition, acknowledging their significant contributions to the community, during a ceremony Tuesday, June 11.   The honorees joined a select group of more than 420 individuals and…

The City of Irvine provided the media and civic leaders with an exclusive look at Great Park Live, the temporary amphitheater that officially opens in Irvine tomorrow, June 14. The event included remarks by Great Park Chair Mike Carroll, Mayor Farrah N. Khan, City Manager Oliver Chi, and Pacific…

Kick off summer in the pool with the Irvine Super Swim Lesson on Friday, June 21, at William Woollett Jr. Aquatics Center. Adults and children of all swimming abilities are invited to participate for free in Irvine’s largest group swim lesson in an effort to raise awareness for drowning prevention…

The City of Irvine is celebrating the summer season with the launch of Summer in the City. Beginning June 27, the community can attend free, family-friendly activities held throughout June, July, and August at Irvine parks. Enjoy outdoor movie nights under the stars with Movies on the Lawn, or…

Irvine, Calif. (May 31, 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 conducted on…

The City of Irvine continues to pursue innovative ways to support residents as we work toward making Irvine a truly climate-smart City for the future. As part of the City’s ongoing climate action efforts, a free community electric lawn and garden equipment demonstration was hosted in May. The City…

For the ninth consecutive year, the City of Irvine park system has been ranked among the top 10 in the nation by the Trust for Public Land. This year, the City’s score increased .1 points while holding its coveted position. Irvine ranked fourth in the country and first in California in the national…

IRVINE, Calif. (May 17, 2024) – The Irvine Police Department (IPD) arrested 46-year-old Rhean Fontanoza, of Aliso Viejo, for the murder of a UPS driver. Yesterday, at about 3:00 p.m., IPD responded to the area of Fleming and Chrysler after multiple reports of gunshots being heard. Officers arrived…