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This week’s Cochino List includes Birrieria Nochistlan and Original Mike’s

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of May 30 to June 7. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Birrieria Nochistlan, 1628 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: June 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 5
  • Original Mike’s, 100 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 31, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 31
  • China Olive, 3420 S. Bristol St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 31
  • Update: Vida & Bienestar at 1202 S. Main St., Santa Ana, closed May 24 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 31.
  • Subway, 721 S. Weir Canyon Road, Suite 127, Anaheim, Closed: June 5, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 5
  • Butterleaf, 2222 Michelson Drive, Suite 214, Irvine, Closed: June 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: June 5
  • Blackmarket Bakery, 211 N. Broadway, Santa Ana, Closed: June 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: June 4
  • Donut Star, 22331 El Toro Road, Suite D, Lake Forest, Closed: June 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: June 4
  • Pizzeria Amore, 24338 El Toro Road, Suite C, Laguna Woods, Closed: June 3, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: June 5
  • Yard House, 160 S. Brea Blvd., Brea, Closed: June 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: June 4
  • Ruby’s, 1 Main St., Huntington Beach, Closed: May 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 31
  • Update: The Flame Broiler at 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, closed May 30 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened June 1.

This week’s Cochino List includes Claim Jumper and Vida Y Bienestar

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of May 23 to May 31. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Vida Y Bienestar, 1202 S. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Claim Jumper at South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Suite 2078, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 29
  • The Flame Broiler, 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, Closed: May 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Sea Food Paradise, 8602 Westminster Blvd., Westminster, Closed: May 28, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 29
  • Yasai Japanese Grill, 16277 Laguna Canyon Road, Suite C, Irvine, Closed: May 24, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 25
  • El Farolito Jr. of Fullerton, 310 N. Harbor Blvd., Suite 103, Fullerton, Closed: May 23, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 24
  • Barley Forge Brewing Co., 2957 Randolph Ave., Suite B, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 24
  • Update: Thai & Chinese Express at 2540 Main St., Suite J, Irvine, closed May 22 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 24.
  • Update: Roscoe’s House of Chicken N Waffles at 2110 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, closed May 22 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 24.

The OC Clerk-Recorder has reached 9 million electronically submitted and recorded documents

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(Santa Ana, Calif.) – This past Tuesday, the Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department reached a milestone in electronic recording history by reaching 9 million electronically submitted and recorded documents. This milestone achievement maintains the department as a nationwide industry leader and is a testament to the department’s commitment to bringing the residents of Orange County fast and efficient services.

Back in July of 2017, the department reached its 8 millionth electronically submitted document. While recording real property documents electronically is a common service today, in 1997 Orange County changed the industry by implementing the first electronic recording delivery system in the nation. Current Orange County Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen was part of the team that implemented the first system.

“People thought that it wouldn’t work,” Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen said. “Many County Recorders in California couldn’t envision how a secure electronic process could be implemented. In 1997, the Orange County system was the pilot program which proved the concept did work and formed the foundation for today’s system guidelines and procedures.”

Clerk-Recorder Hugh Nguyen attributes much of the success to the vision of the late Gary Granville who was the Clerk-Recorder in 1997.

Currently the department records 68% of all documents submitted for recording electronically. In 2008, the department joined with Los Angeles, Riverside and San Diego Counties to implement the current electronic delivery system known as SECURE. This system allows title, escrow, financial and government institutions to record property documents electronically to multiple counties from one single computer screen.

Most recently the department received a National Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties in May 2019 for its SECURE – Government to Government component. This is the component that allows government entities to submit documents electronically.

For more information about the services provided by the Orange County Clerk-Recorder Department or its convenient locations please visit OCRecorder.com.

Orange County receives 14 awards for innovation and achievement

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Santa Ana, Calif. — The County of Orange was recognized for a total of 12 achievement awards from the National Association of Counties (NACo) and two Golden Hub of Innovation awards from the Association of California Cities-Orange County (ACC-OC) this May.

County of Orange programs that received NACo Achievement Awards are:

  • Arts, Culture and Historic Preservation
    • OC Public Libraries: Indigenous Voices of San Juan Capistrano: The Acjachemen (Juanen᷉o) Indian Community
  • Civic Education and Public Information
    • OC Public Libraries: Pop-Up Libraries
  • County Resiliency: Infrastructure, Energy & Sustainability
    • OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR): Organics Management Plan – Developing a Regional Organics Program
  • Human Services
    • OC Parks: OC Parks Silent Night
    • Social Services Agency (SSA): Families and Communities Together (FaCT) Specialized Services
    • SSA: Adult Protective Services Simulation Training
  • Information Technology
    • Child Support Services: Charting the Course: Predictive Analytics in Orange County Child Support
    • OCWR in partnership with OC Information Technology (OCIT): OCWR Neighbor Support Portal
    • OC Clerk-Recorder: SECURE G2G- Government to Government
    • OC Community Resources: Veterans Service Office Self Check-In
  • Risk and Emergency Management
    • OC Sheriff’s Department: Emergency Management Interactive Mapping Program
    • OCWR in partnership with OCIT: OC Safety Application

County of Orange programs/individuals that received ACC-OC Golden Hub of Innovation awards are:

  • Community Outreach
    • OC Animal Care: Rescue Track
  • Technology e-Government
    • Orange County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Lisa Bartlett, Fifth District, Treasurer-Tax Collector, and OC Information Technology: Mello

Each year NACo and ACC-OC take the time to recognize Counties across the nation for their countless achievements and innovations.

“It is my honor to accept the Innovation award for the application Mello,” said Chairwoman Bartlett, Fifth District. “With the help of Treasurer-Tax Collector Shari Freidenrich and OC Information Technology, we were able to collaborate to create an application that makes an emphasis on transparency for the taxpayers of Orange County.”

“I am exceptionally proud of all the programs that departments have created to better serve taxpayers,” said Vice Chair Michelle Steel, Second District Supervisor.

ACC-OC and NACo hand select programs that strive to improve the way government facilities operate. Overall, both organizations encourage growth in departments that will in turn enhance the lives of many.

“Our departments make a real difference in the lives of those we represent every day, I feel proud that their extraordinary work is being recognized by NACo and ACC-OC,” said Supervisor Andrew Do, First District.

“I want to acknowledge County programs, such as OC Park’s Silent Night, for their great effort in creating safe, secure, and thriving communities. Their hard work has brought people together and will have a lasting impact on residents for years to come,” said Supervisor Donald P. Wagner, Third District.

“It is my privilege to recognize programs like Organics Management Plan – Developing a Regional Organics Program for issuing a plan that seeks to lower greenhouses gases from landfills,” said Supervisor Doug Chaffee, Fourth District. “Congratulations to the award recipients for continuously creating programs that benefit our residents.”

This week’s Cochino List includes Anita’s and Birrieria Nochistlan

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of May 16 to May 24. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Anita’s, 2317 W. First St., Suite A, Santa Ana, Closed: May 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 24
  • Birrieria Nochistlan, 1628 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: May 20, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 21
  • Eight Korean BBQ, 6681 Beach Blvd., Suite C, Buena Park, Closed: May 24, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 24
  • Top One Buffet & Grill, 104 W. Orangethorpe Ave., Fullerton, Closed: May 23, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Picante’s, 907 S. Euclid Ave., Anaheim, Closed: May 23, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 24
  • Thai & Chinese Express, 2540 Main St., Suite J, Irvine, Closed: May 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Avocado Cafe, 6060 Scholarship, Irvine, Closed: May 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 24
  • Roscoe’s House of Chicken N Waffles, 2110 S. Harbor Blvd., Anaheim, Closed: May 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Burrito Brothers, 1403 E. Lambert Road, Suite B, La Habra, Closed: May 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 22
  • Little Story Cafe at Coastline College, 14120 All American Way, Suite 101, Westminster, Closed: May 21, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 22
  • The Olde Ship, 709 N. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: May 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 22
  • Domino’s, 1913 N. Placentia Ave., Placentia, Closed: May 20, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 20
  • Kitchen at Trinity Christian School, 12761 Euclid St., Garden Grove, Closed: May 20, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • The Flame Broiler, 4525 W. Coast Highway, Suite B, Newport Beach, Closed: May 16, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 16
  • Fitbites, 9965 Ellis Ave., Suite 2, Fountain Valley, Closed: May 16, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 16
  • Update: Beba’s at 1909 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, closed May 16 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 17.
  • Update: Hot Pot Legend at 6638 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, closed May 13 because of sewage overflow, reopened May 13.

This week’s Cochino List includes Pho Good and 3 Blossoms

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Restaurants and other food businesses closed by health inspectors in Orange County from May 10 to May 17.

  • Update: El Farol at 1840 S. Standard Ave., Suite 102, Santa Ana, closed May 8 because of a rodent infestation, reopened May 9
  • Pho Good, 9752 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 10, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 16
  • 3 Blossoms, 10495 Bolsa Ave., Suite 108, Westminster, Closed: May 13, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: May 13
  • Beba’s, 1909 E. Lincoln Ave., Anaheim, Closed: May 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Mother Indian Cuisine, 688 Baker St., Suite 8, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 15, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 16
  • Maria’s Kusina, 6901 La Palma Ave., Buena Park, Closed: May 14, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 16
  • Market at 76 Station, 14886 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, Closed: May 13, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 14
  • Hot Pot Legend, 6638 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, Closed: May 13, Reason: Sewage overflow
  • Update: Waterfalls Restaurant at The Atrium Hotel, 18700 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, closed May 6 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 13.

This week’s Cochino List includes Wursthaus, El Farol and Tlaxcala Bakery Panaderia

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of May 2 to May 10. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Wursthaus, 305 E. Fourth St., Suite 106, Santa Ana, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • El Farol Meat Market, 1840 S. Standard Ave., Suite 102, Santa Ana, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Tlaxcala Bakery Panaderia, 1208 S. Standard Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: May 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 4
  • Westend, 814 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: May 9, Reason: Rodent infestation Reopened: May 10
  • Panificadora Bakery, 2200 Harbor Blvd., Suite E-120, Costa Mesa, Closed: May 8, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • Thanh Binh Pho Restaurant, 2119 E. Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • Party Pantry, 12777 Knott Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • El Pico de Gallo, 13470 S. Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: May 8, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 9
  • Tacos & Co., 6620 Irvine Center Drive, Irvine, Closed: May 7, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 8
  • Los Patios Mexican Restaurant, 111 W. Avenida Palizada, Suite 100, San Clemente, Closed: May 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • Wendy’s, 10040 Chapman Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 7, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: May 7
  • 98c Jumbo Dollar, 410 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: May 7, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 8
  • Macha, 12460 Euclid St., Suite 103, Garden Grove, Closed: May 7, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 9
  • Waterfalls Restaurant at The Atrium Hotel, 18700 MacArthur Blvd., Irvine, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • La Langosta, 13571 Harbor Blvd., Garden Grove, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • Niya Sushi, 5910 Warner Ave., Huntington Beach, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 7
  • Nitrolado, 10212 Westminster Ave., Suite 115, Garden Grove, Closed: May 6, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Kao Binh at Asian Garden Mall, 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 303, Westminster, Closed: May 3, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 6
  • Market at 76 station, 14886 Sand Canyon Ave., Irvine, Closed: May 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 4
  • Marisqueria La Jaiba Loka at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suites I-18-20, Anaheim, Closed: May 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 3
  • Two Left Forks, 6511 Quail Hill Parkway, Irvine, Closed: May 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 3
  • Update: The Flame Broiler at 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, closed May 1 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened May 9.

This week/s Cochino List includes El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of April 25 to May 3. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • El Tapatio Dos Mexicanos Grill, 1214 E. Pomona St., Santa Ana, Closed: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • Cha Oc Gia Huy, 10536 McFadden Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: May 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 3
  • Bo Kho 18, 10522 McFadden Ave., Garden Grove, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Checker’s Grill, 765 The City Drive, Suite 130, Orange, Closed: April 26, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 29
  • Update: Country Club Donuts at 20040 Santa Ana Ave., Costa Mesa, closed April 24 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 25.
  • Update: Haagen-Dazs at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite A-109, Orange, closed April 22 because of insufficient hot water, reopened April 23.
  • Picante’s, 907 S. Euclid Ave., Anaheim, Closed: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • Westend, 814 W. 19th St., Costa Mesa, Closed: May 1, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 2
  • The Flame Broiler, 2100 Katella Ave., Suite 100, Anaheim, Closed: May 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Mystic Water Kava Bar at Old World Village, 7561 Center Ave., Suite 6, Huntington Beach, Closed: April 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Panaderia La Union No 2, 1847 W. Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Arby’s, 23862 Bridger Road, Lake Forest, Closed: April 30, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: May 1
  • Sky Express at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 30, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • Miyabi-Tei at Mitsuwa Marketplace, 665 Paularino Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 30, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: May 1
  • 98c Jumbo Dollar, 410 W. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 29, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 29
  • Los Pinos, 26721 Rancho Parkway, Lake Forest, Closed: April 25, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 29

This week’s Cochino List includes En Tu Boca and Del Taco

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of April 18 to April 26. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • En Tu Boca at McFadden Public Market, 515 N. Main St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 26
  • Del Taco, 2300 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana, Closed: April 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Haagen-Dazs at The Outlets at Orange, 20 City Blvd., Suite A-109, Orange, Closed: April 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water
  • Tana Ethiopian Restaurant & Market, 2622 W. La Palma Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Burger King, 1329 S. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Tam’s Restaurant & Sandwiches, 12332 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: April 24, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 25
  • Country Club Donuts, 20040 Santa Ana Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 24, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • The Home Depot, 1855 N. Tustin Ave., Orange, Closed: April 23, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 24
  • Lac Cam Music, 15041 Moran St., Suite 103, Westminster, Closed: April 22, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 24
  • Pumper Jumpers, 160 E. Imperial Highway, Fullerton, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: April 22, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair
  • Raffa’s, 211 S. Harbor Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 20
  • Bari Bari Japanese Steak House, 19677 Yorba Linda Blvd., Yorba Linda, Closed: April 19, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 20
  • Yu’s Garden, 5408 Walnut Ave., Suite H, Irvine, Closed: April 18, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • Trabuco Oaks Steakhouse, 20782 Trabuco Oaks Drive, Trabuco Canyon, Closed: April 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • Vishnu Restaurant & Catering, 17945 Sky Park Circle, Suite J, Irvine, Closed: April 18, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19

This week’s Cochino List includes the Tenampa Sports Bar

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of April 11 to April 19. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • The Tenampa Sports Bar, 4522 W. First St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 16, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: April 16
  • The Tulsa Rib Company, 220 E. Katella Ave., Orange, Closed: April 15, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • JK Food Store, 492 N. Tustin Ave., Orange, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 19
  • OB Square, 13832 Red Hill Ave., Tustin, Closed: April 16, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 17
  • Walt’s Wharf, 201 Main St., Seal Beach, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 18
  • Nekter Juice Bar, 20355 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite E, Yorba Linda, Closed: April 17, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 17
  • Mr. G’s, 305 Marine Ave., Newport Beach, Closed: April 16, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: April 18
  • Big Bob’s Liquor, 409 E. La Habra Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 16, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • Tio Chava’s Mexican Restaurant, 18452 Yorba Linda Blvd., Suite C, Yorba Linda, Closed: April 15, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: April 15
  • Food Mart at Shell gas station, 32001 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, Permit downgraded to prepackaged foods only: April 12, Reason: Insufficient hot water/plumbing in disrepair, Full permit reinstated: April 16
  • Dos Amigos, 8546 Chapman Ave., Stanton, Closed: April 12, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 16
  • Kitchen at El Bekal, 1320 S Sanderson Ave., Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 12
  • Casa Dulce at Anaheim Marketplace, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suite I-8, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 11
  • Cafeteria at Crescent Elementary School, 5001 E. Gerda Drive, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 15
  • We Got It! at 76 station, 8505 Katella Ave., Stanton, Closed: April 11, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 11
  • Art Of The Party, 17290 Newhope St., Suite A, Fountain Valley, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 15
  • Marisqueria La Jaiba Loka, 1440 S. Anaheim Blvd., Suites I-18-20, Anaheim, Closed: April 11, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 12
  • Update: Pizza Pub at 1501 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, closed April 11 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 12.
  • Update: Cafeteria at Orangewood Academy, 13732 Clinton St., Garden Grove, closed April 9 because of a rodent infestation, reopened April 12.
  • Update: Kitchen at Vagabond Inn, 3205 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, closed April 9 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened April 15.

Two suspects arrested for the fraudulent purchase of over $1.2M worth of vehicles in Orange County

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SANTA ANA, Calif. – Two men have been charged in connection with a complex scheme to use fraudulent social security numbers, drivers licenses and employer information to illegally buy dozens of vehicles and attempting to buy 90 more vehicles illegally. The total loss exceeds $1.2 million.

Arsenio Stanley Pierre, 27, Riverside and Marcus Darren Ginyard, 43, Moreno Valley have been charged with a combined 14 felony counts of making false financial statements and 14 felony counts of unlawfully taking a vehicle with sentencing enhancements for aggravated white collar crime over $100,000.

Pierre and Ginyard were arrested in Rancho Cucamonga in February by detectives and investigators from the Orange County Auto Theft Task Force (OCATT), along with members of the United States Secret Service (USSS) and the Los Angeles County Taskforce for Regional Autotheft Prevention (TRAP), arrested two suspects in Rancho Cucamonga.

The investigation began in December 2018 and involved the fraudulent purchase/theft of 37 vehicles with an additional 90 attempted thefts. Early in the investigation, it was discovered the United States Secret Service (USSS) was conducting a similar investigation on the same suspects. The OCATT and the USSS combined their investigations. TRAP assisted with the joint investigation and helped during the take down and interviews.

Pierre and Ginyard are accused of working together and fraudulently purchasing 37 newer high end vehicles. The fraudulent information used to purchase each vehicle included California driver licenses, out-of -state driver licenses, social security numbers, pay stubs, utility bills, and/or cell phone bills. The defendants are accused of using their real names and DOB, along with fraudulent SSN, fraudulent employer, and income information, to purchase half of the vehicles. Pierre and Ginyard are also accused of purchasing the remaining half of the vehicles using fictitious profiles of individuals who do not exist. The majority of the fraudulent social security numbers used belong to children. Federal charges are pending and the suspects will be turned over to federal custody in the near future.

The federal case will include the 37 vehicles in addition to the 90 attempted thefts, which will bring the total loss amount to approximately $3 million. This case was investigated by California Highway Patrol Investigator David Navarro, who is assigned to OCATT.

OCATT

OCATT’s collaborative approach, which allows law enforcement to assist in investigations with allied jurisdictions, has resulted in a 55 percent decrease in auto theft in Orange County since the taskforce was created in 1993.

OCATT is a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement program comprised of personnel from the Orange County District Attorney’s Office, California Highway Patrol, Orange County Sheriff’s Department, National Insurance Crime Bureau, Department of Motor Vehicles – Investigations Unit, Brea Police Department, Buena Park Police Department, Fullerton Police Department, and Tustin Police Department.

Investigators work to identify career auto theft criminals and investigate suspicious businesses by searching for “chop shop” activity. OCATT investigates sophisticated auto theft rings that are not related to common car thefts. The task force documents various trends of auto theft including Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) switches, title washing, and rental car fraud, trains local law enforcement to identify these trends, and uses digital media to create public awareness and communicate tips to the public preventing auto theft.

In 2018, OCATT initiated 309 investigations, assisted agencies in 713 investigations, and recovered 251 stolen vehicles valued at more than $3.5 million.

Questions regarding the investigation may be directed to OCATT Investigator Dave Navarro at (714) 532-9645.

An O.C. infant has died due to the Whooping Cough

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OC Health Care Agency (HCA) officials have recently confirmed a pertussis-related death in an infant. The case is the first pertussis-related death reported in Orange County, California since 2007. “We are deeply saddened by this loss of life and send our condolences to the family,” said Dr. Nichole Quick, Interim County Health Officer.

During 2018, 171 cases of pertussis were reported to HCA’s Public Health Services division, including eight cases in infants under three months of age. Of the infants less than three months old, seven of eight required hospitalization. Receiving the Tdap vaccine (adult tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis) during pregnancy has shown to be safe way to protect mother and baby from serious illness. “Maternal vaccination during pregnancy has been found to be 90% effective in preventing pertussis disease in children under two months of age,” said Dr. Quick.

Pertussis, a respiratory illness commonly known as whooping cough, is a very contagious disease that is easily spread from person to person through coughing or sneezing. Symptoms of pertussis usually develop within 5 to 10 days after exposure, but can sometimes take 3 weeks. Early signs and symptoms usually consist of a runny nose, low-grade fever, mild cough, and pauses in breathing patterns. Later-stage symptoms may include paroxysms (sudden attacks) of rapid coughing followed by a high-pitched “whoop,” vomiting during or after coughing fits, and exhaustion.

“The best way to prevent pertussis is to be up-to-date on vaccinations. Children should receive five doses of DTaP (diphtheria, tetanus, acellular pertussis) as part of their routine vaccination schedule starting at two months of age,” said Dr. Quick. “Pregnant women during each pregnancy, regardless of when their previous pregnancy occurred, are strongly recommended to receive Tdap vaccine during their third trimester (weeks 27 to 36). Vaccination during this time stimulates production of maternal antibodies that are passed on to the infant, offering protection to the baby against pertussis during the first few months of life.”

For more information about immunizations, including pertussis, please visit http://ochealthinfo.com/phs/about/family/iz.

This week’s Cochino List includes El Torito Market and Kebab Place

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of March 22 to March 29. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

Restaurants and other food businesses closed by health inspectors in Orange County from March 28 to April 5:

  • El Torito Market, 1155 W. Central Ave., Suite 101, Santa Ana, Closed: March 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 1
  • Kebab Place, 306 W. Fourth St., Santa Ana, Closed: April 3, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Update: Say Karaoke at 13906 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, closed March 26 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 29.
  • Francoli Gourmet, 100 S. Glassell St., Orange, Closed: April 4, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 5
  • Pizza Pub, 1501 W. Whittier Blvd., La Habra, Closed: April 4, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Coffee Tomo, 15333 Culver Drive, Suite 450, Irvine, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Magic Mike’s, 6152 Garden Grove Blvd., Westminster, Closed: April 2, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: April 3
  • Metro Market, 2140 Placentia Ave., Costa Mesa, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Pho Mazing, 1156 E. Yorba Linda Blvd., Placentia, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 3
  • VIP Tacos, 2790 E. Lincoln Ave., Suite C, Anaheim, Closed: April 2, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 3
  • Tasty Chicken & Binh Mi, 2117 Ball Road, Anaheim, Closed: April 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 4
  • Panera Bread, 19461 Main St., Suite 101, Huntington Beach, Closed: April 1, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 1
  • Il Barone at Pacific City, 21058 Coast Highway, Suite 114, Huntington Beach, Closed: March 29, Reason: Insufficient hot water, Reopened: March 29
  • Cafeteria at The Pegasus School, 19692 Lexington Lane, Huntington Beach, Closed: March 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: April 1
  • Doheny Liquor & Jr. Market, 34262 Doheny Park Road, Dana Point, Closed: March 28, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 28
  • 99 Bottles & Cocktails, 8901 Katella Ave., Anaheim, Closed: March 28, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 29
  • Update: Sawali Grill Filipino at 3414 W. Ball Road, Suite G, Anaheim, closed March 29 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened April 3.
  • Update: Mama’s Kitchen at 1885 N. Euclid St., Fullerton, closed March 27 because of a rodent infestation, reopened March 29.

Four women who operated an escort call center in Santa Ana arrested for human trafficking

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Authorities say they have charged four women with running a prostitution network in California, Nevada and Utah that netted tens of thousands of dollars a month, according to KTLA.

The four women are charged with pimping and pandering and the two alleged ringleaders, Jodi Leigh Hoskins, 43, and Torri Ti Wilkinson, 37, are also charged with conspiracy. The other two women charged, Aisha Kaluhiokalani, 39, and Andrea Smith Tizzano, 30, allegedly ran the call centers, according to the Washington Post.

Investigators said Hoskins is the president of a company called “Companions.” Customers would make contact with girls using their website or by phone at call centers in Santa Ana and Palm Springs, according to KESQ.

The suspects were operating a website that appeared to be a legitimate service but was not, according to the OCDA, Todd Spitzer.

The Companions Escort scheme was discovered a year ago by an undercover police agent who was investigating human trafficking in Southern California.

The suspects were renting office space in two California cities, that they were using as call centers. Their website featured photos of scantily dressed women and promised to meet “ALL your adult entertainment needs.”

Three of the suspects were arrested on Tuesday, in California, and one was arrested in Nevada.

This week’s Cochino List includes Pasteleria Rancho La Ilusion

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The OC Health Care Agency has released a list of the eateries (including restaurants, caterers and even school kitchens) that they inspected and shut down for the week of March 22 to March 29. Most of these eateries reopen pretty quickly after the health inspectors determine their issues have been resolved. Here is the list:

  • Pasteleria Rancho La Ilusion, 111 E. Oxford St., Santa Ana, Closed: March 21, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: March 21.
  • Say Karaoke, 13906 Brookhurst St., Garden Grove, Closed: March 26, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Ebelardo’s Mexican Food, 14551 Newport Ave., Tustin, Closed: March 25, Reason: Employee restrooms nonfunctioning, Reopened: March 25
  • Yogurtland, 13842 Newport Ave. Suite A, Tustin, Closed: March 21, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 22
  • Update: Francoli Gourmet, at 100 S. Glassell St., Orange, which closed March 18 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 21.
  • Update: Phuoc Loc Tho Herbals, at 9200 Bolsa Ave., Suite 114A, Westminster, which closed March 20 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 22.
  • Sawali Grill Filipino, 3414 W. Ball Road Suite G, Anaheim, Closed: March 29, Reason: Cockroach infestation
  • Mama’s Kitchen, 1885 N. Euclid St., Fullerton, Closed: March 27, Reason: Rodent infestation
  • Tuition Bites, 3444 E. Orangethorpe Ave., Anaheim, Closed: March 27, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: March 28
  • Yummy Yummy, 92 Corporate Park Suite B, Irvine, Closed: March 26, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: March 27
  • Subway, 1133 S. Harbor Blvd., Fullerton, Closed: March 25, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 25
  • Starbucks, 2801 E. Coast Highway, Corona Del Mar, Closed: March 25, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: March 25
  • Al Sanabel Bakery & Restaurant, 816 S. Brookhurst St., Anaheim, Closed: March 22, Reason: Cockroach infestation, Reopened: March 24
  • Mini Gourmet, 1210 E. Yorba Linda Blvd., Placentia, Closed: March 21, Reason: Operating without a valid health permit, Reopened: March 21
  • Tortas & Bionicos Nice, 616 W. Chapman Ave., Placentia, Closed: March 21, Reason: Plumbing in disrepair, Reopened: March 21
  • Kopan Ramen, 8890 Valley View St. Suite A, Buena Park, Closed: March 21, Reason: Sewage overflow, Reopened: March 22
  • Himalayan Grill, 16400 Pacific Coast Highway Suite 110, Huntington Beach, Closed: March 21, Reason: Rodent infestation, Reopened: March 22
  • Update: Chew Noodle Bar, at 918 S. Magnolia Ave., Suite B, Anaheim, which closed March 14 because of a cockroach infestation, reopened March 22 on its second re-inspection.