Temporary Closure: Anaheim Workforce Connection

During this time Anaheim Workforce Connection is still available to assist our local job seekers.

If you are already an Anaheim Workforce Connection enrolled participant, please remain in contact with your Career Advisor. 

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Were you previously incarcerated and want a fresh start?

Anaheim Workforce Connection has funding available to help you get started. If eligible, you may qualify for the following free services: 

• Career Opportunities for Justice-Involved individuals
• Access to Community Resources and Support
• Paid Vocationa...

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How to Nail a Job Interview Remotely

Whether you were recently laid off, were unemployed before the global pandemic hit, or are choosing to make a change, looking for a job now — amidst hiring freezes and layoffs — will be different than it was a few months ago. Click her...

3 Major Changes To Job Interviews You Need To Prepare For

Just when you thought the interview process couldn’t get any more stressful, the current pandemic has changed up the game in new ways, so there are a few additional things you need to be ready for if you want to stand out and secure a great next...

What Does the Coronavirus Pandemic Mean for Your Job Search?

Companies might not be hiring today because they’re trying to figure out how to do business virtually, but they will be hiring, and you can still be actively working on your job search. Click here for some tips that will help you navigate the pr...

4 Industries Hiring During COVID-19

But while it’s true that many industries and many people are suffering, it’s also true that some industries need workers—in some cases, a LOT of workers—right now. Many are even offering extra pay, hiring bonuses, o...

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Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim gives free masks to residents

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 17, 2020) — Residents can get free face masks without leaving their car at Anaheim’s third drive-thru mask distribution event on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 8 a.m. to noon at Temple Beth Emet, 1770 W. Cerritos Ave.

Ea...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim to offer rebate for internet access

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 15, 2020) — Starting next month, Anaheim residents can get help with their internet costs thanks to a new rebate program approved by the Anaheim City Council on Tuesday.

The Internet Access Rebate program will offer a rebat...

Tracking coronavirus: New testing hours at Anaheim Convention Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 15, 2020) — No-cost COVID-19 testing will now be available on weekday evenings at Anaheim Convention Center.

Starting Sept. 22, testing will be available Tuesdays through Fridays from noon to 7 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 ...

It’s your downtown. Join us in making it even better.

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 10, 2020) — We’re all itching to get back to normal amid these trying times. Anaheim will get through this and come out better than ever. And we need your help! 

We have a vision to reimagine what we call...

Anaheim to host virtual town hall meetings on Angels Baseball proposal

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 14, 2020) — Anaheim will hold its final town hall meeting on a proposed final-stage plan for the future of Angels Baseball in Anaheim on Thursday, Sept. 24.

Part of the proposal was approved by the Planning Commission on We...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim gives free masks to residents

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 17, 2020) — Residents can get free face masks without leaving their car at Anaheim’s third drive-thru mask distribution event on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 8 a.m. to noon at Temple Beth Emet, 1770 W. Cerritos Ave.

Ea...

Anaheim budget factors in coronavirus impacts while still serving community

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 23, 2020) — Anaheim’s adopted budget for the next 12 months continues to provide for our community while reflecting the still unfolding impact of the coronavirus crisis on the city’s finances.

Th...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim to offer rebate for internet access

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 15, 2020) — Starting next month, Anaheim residents can get help with their internet costs thanks to a new rebate program approved by the Anaheim City Council on Tuesday.

The Internet Access Rebate program will offer a rebat...

Tracking coronavirus: New testing hours at Anaheim Convention Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 15, 2020) — No-cost COVID-19 testing will now be available on weekday evenings at Anaheim Convention Center.

Starting Sept. 22, testing will be available Tuesdays through Fridays from noon to 7 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 ...

Anaheim to host virtual town hall meetings on Angels Baseball proposal

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 14, 2020) — Anaheim will hold its final town hall meeting on a proposed final-stage plan for the future of Angels Baseball in Anaheim on Thursday, Sept. 24.

Part of the proposal was approved by the Planning Commission on We...

It’s your downtown. Join us in making it even better.

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 10, 2020) — We’re all itching to get back to normal amid these trying times. Anaheim will get through this and come out better than ever. And we need your help! 

We have a vision to reimagine what we call...

Anaheim to host virtual town hall meetings on Angels Baseball proposal

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 9, 2020) — Last week the city shared with the community a proposed final-stage plan for the future of Angels Baseball in Anaheim.

Part of the proposal will go before the Planning Commission on Wednesday, Sept. 9 and is expe...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim gives free masks to residents

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 9, 2020) — Residents can get free face masks without leaving their car at a drive-thru mask distribution event.

The mask giveaway will be held Wednesday, Sept. 16 at Anaheim First Christian Church, 520 W. South St., from 4 ...

Anaheim to host virtual town hall meetings on Angels Baseball proposal

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 4, 2020) — Today the city shared with the community a proposed final-stage plan for the future of Angels Baseball in Anaheim.

Part of the proposal will go before the Planning Commission on Wednesday, Sept. 9 and is expected...

Tracking coronavirus: Testing at Anaheim Convention Center continues through November

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 4, 2020) — After two successful months of operating a no-cost, drive-thru COVID-19 testing site at the Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim has partnered with the county of Orange to extend public testing through November.

Th...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim gives free masks to residents

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 28, 2020) — Residents can get free face masks without leaving their car at Anaheim’s first-ever drive-thru mask distribution event.

The mask giveaway will be held Wednesday, Sept. 9 at Magnolia Baptist Church, 720 ...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim adds $4 million for community, business relief

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 11, 2020) — The Anaheim City Council on Tuesday voted to spend an added $4 million to help residents and businesses impacted by the coronavirus crisis.

The money is set to go to help struggling renters stay in their homes an...

Anaheim affirms James Vanderpool as next city manager

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 11, 2020) — Anaheim’s City Council has approved an employment agreement with James Vanderpool to serve as Anaheim’s next city manager. He will join Anaheim on Sept. 8.

“I strongly support Jim as...

Tracking coronavirus: Public testing available at Anaheim Convention Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Aug. 4, 2020) — Anaheim residents and those across Orange County can get no-cost, drive-thru COVID-19 testing at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Testing appointments are available Tuesdays through Saturdays, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. ...

Construction set to begin on Maxwell Dog Park

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 28, 2020) — We’re moving forward with long-awaited plans for a dog park at Maxwell Park.

Work on the park is set to begin in August, following City Council approval on Tuesday of a construction contract for the pro...

Tracking coronavirus: Public testing starts Wednesday at Anaheim Convention Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 14, 2020) — Anaheim residents and those across Orange County will have access to drive-thru COVID-19 testing at the Anaheim Convention Center starting Wednesday, July 15.

Testing will be offered Wednesdays through Sundays fr...

Anaheim requires masks, face coverings

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 30, 2020) — Anaheim has issued a citywide face covering requirement to support California’s June 18 guidance on face coverings in public.

The Anaheim requirement, a binding order by our city manager under the city&...

Anaheim begins gradual reopening of City Hall

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 30, 2020) — After a nearly three-month closure, Anaheim began a gradual reopening of City Hall on June 15. 

Now open to the public for in-person services are the first and second floor of City Hall and the ...

Plan for Honda Center site includes shopping, dining, entertainment, parks

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 24, 2020) — A proposal from the Samueli Family, owners of the Anaheim Ducks and longtime operators of Honda Center, have come forward with a new proposal to develop a thriving hub of sports and entertainment around the aren...

Anaheim budget factors in coronavirus impacts while still serving community

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 23, 2020) — Anaheim’s adopted budget for the next 12 months continues to provide for our community while reflecting the still unfolding impact of the coronavirus crisis on the city’s finances.

Th...

Plan for Angel Stadium site includes renovated or new stadium, ballpark neighborhoods, more

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 23, 2020) — A proposed 30-year master plan for the 153 acres including Angel Stadium of Anaheim includes ballpark neighborhoods, parks and open spaces, dining, shopping, hotels and workplaces.

The plan also calls for renovat...

Tracking coronavirus: Emergency Rental Assistance Program

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 16, 2020) — Hundreds of Anaheim renters struggling with the economic impacts of the coronavirus crisis will soon receive assistance under Anaheim’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan.

Anaheim received nearly 900 ...

Anaheim begins gradual reopening of City Hall June 15

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 12, 2020) — Anaheim’s City Hall has been temporarily closed to the public since March 18, as we focused on addressing the coronavirus crisis and stemming the spread in our community. 

During this ...

Anaheim’s initial proposed budget factors in coronavirus impacts while still serving community

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 9, 2020) — Anaheim’s initial proposed budget for the upcoming 12 months continues to provide for our community while reflecting the potential impact of the coronavirus crisis on the city’s finan...

Tracking coronavirus: One shelter staff, resident test positive, no other cases

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 8, 2020) — One staff member and one resident at the La Mesa Emergency Shelter, a 102-bed facility run by Illumination Foundation, have tested positive for Covid-19, the infection caused by coronavirus.

The staff member is no...

Tracking coronavirus: One shelter staff, resident test positive, residents tested

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 4, 2020) — One staff member and one resident at the La Mesa Emergency Shelter, a 102-bed facility run by Illumination Foundation, have tested positive for Covid-19, the infection caused by coronavirus.

The staff member is no...

Citywide curfew lifted

Citywide curfew June 3 at 9 p.m.

Citywide curfew June 2 at 9 p.m.

Citywide curfew June 1 at 6 p.m.

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim offers help for struggling renters

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 28, 2020) — Anaheim renters struggling with the economic impacts of the coronavirus crisis can now apply for assistance under Anaheim’s Community and Economic Recovery Plan.

The Emergency Rental Assistance ...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim offers loans for struggling small businesses

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 18, 2020) — Anaheim small businesses struggling with the economic impacts of the coronavirus crisis can apply for a loan of up to $10,000 from the city of Anaheim to help retain employees, create jobs or meet day-to-day oper...

Tracking coronavirus: tennis, pickleball courts open

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 15, 2020) — Citywide tennis courts and pickleball courts open today, marking a welcome step in Anaheim’s gradual recovery during the coronavirus crisis.

Anaheim has tennis courts at the Anaheim Tennis Center on Stat...

Tracking coronavirus: tennis, pickleball courts open

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 15, 2020) — Citywide tennis courts and pickleball courts open today, marking a welcome step in Anaheim’s gradual recovery during the coronavirus crisis.

Anaheim has tennis courts at the Anaheim Tennis Center on Stat...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim honors 2020 graduates

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 12, 2020) — Anaheim will honor graduates and all promoting students of the class of 2020 from May 13 through May 30 at facilities throughout the city.

Many graduation and promotion ceremonies and celebrations have been postpo...

Anaheim approves timing changes for stadium process, speeding up $10M deposit, final close

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 12, 2020) — Anaheim’s City Council has approved timing changes for the next steps of the pending sale of Angel Stadium of Anaheim.

The changes approved Tuesday will move City Council consideration of follow-up agree...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim City Council approves emergency economic recovery plan

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 26, 2020) — The Anaheim City Council, in a special meeting Thursday, approved an economic recovery plan that could see up to $15 million in city spending to help seniors, the homeless, needy families and to promote busines...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim City Council allocates added funding for renters, community

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 5, 2020) — The Anaheim City Council on Tuesday allocated an added $1 million for nonprofits serving residents in need and directed $3 million in assistance to help struggling renters as part of the Anaheim Community and Econ...

Tracking coronavirus: reopening Anaheim businesses

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 5, 2020) — We know many businesses are eager to reopen, and Anaheim is eager to help you do so safely and responsibly.

In Anaheim and Orange County, we continue to follow the governor’s stay-at-home order, which is ...

Tracking coronavirus: Food resources

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 28, 2020) — Anaheim is providing free grab and go meals and food bags for seniors and families in need during the coronavirus crisis.

Anaheim Community Services is partnering with Meals on Wheels OC, Renewable Farms, and Se...

Cannabis: What do you think?

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 28, 2020) — The question of what to do about cannabis has been one Anaheim has faced for years.

As it is now, city regulations prohibit the sale, commercial cultivation and processing of recreational or medical cannabis in ...

Anaheim makes city manager change

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 21, 2020) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday voted to make a change in the city manager position.

Chris Zapata, who has held the position since July 2018, is stepping down.

Greg Garcia, Anaheim’s deputy ...

Tracking coronavirus: A different Easter and Passover celebration

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 10, 2020) — Anaheim wishes everyone a happy Easter and joyous Passover.We know things are really different this year.Even so, we hope you have a great time with loved ones this weekend, celebrating in a way that works for ...

Tracking coronavirus: 49 shelter beds added for homeless women

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 8, 2020) — Anaheim is adding 49 beds for homeless women in a temporary shelter operated by The Salvation Army at its Anaheim thrift store site.

The temporary shelter is scheduled to open by Friday, April 10, and operate for...

Update: Shelter residents test negative after two staff members contract COVID-19

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 31, 2020) — Follow-up tests of 34 residents at the Anaheim Emergency Shelter, a 224-bed facility run by The Salvation Army, have tested negative for COVID-19 after two staff members were found to have the infection caused ...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim Convention Center update

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 25, 2020) — Anaheim Convention Center, owned and operated by the city of Anaheim, remains closed to the public while staff continues to work to reschedule events, book events for 2021 and beyond and play a leading...

Tracking coronavirus: City Council approves emergency eviction moratorium

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 24, 2020) — The Anaheim City Council Tuesday approved an urgency ordinance putting in place an emergency moratorium on residential and commercial evictions for those impacted by the coronavirus outbreak.

The City C...

Tracking coronavirus: City Council to consider measure for impacted renters, businesses, landlords

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 23, 2020) — At the direction of Anaheim Mayor Harry Sidhu, the City Council will consider a measure to address impacted renters, business tenants and residential and commercial landlords at its teleconference meeting on Tu...

Tracking coronavirus: City Council to hold virtual meeting March 24

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 19, 2020) — The Anaheim City Council will hold its regular meeting by teleconference on Tuesday, March 24, at 5 p.m.

The teleconference meeting allows for social distancing among council members, staff and the public in acc...

Tracking coronavirus: Relaxed parking enforcement

Tracking coronavirus: City Hall virtual services during closure

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 17, 2020) — With the temporarily closure of City Hall and Anaheim West Tower at least through March 31, Anaheim will continue to provide critical and essential services for residents, businesses and visitors.

City services,...

Tracking coronavirus: City Hall closed to the public

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 16, 2020) — Out of an abundance of caution, Anaheim is temporarily closing City Hall and Anaheim West Tower to the public starting March 18, at least through March 31.

City employees will still be on hand working to maintai...

Tracking coronavirus: City Council to hold emergency, virtual meeting March 16

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 16, 2020) — The Anaheim City Council will hold an emergency meeting by teleconference today, March 16, at 5 p.m.

The Council will consider a resolution proclaiming a local emergency for the city of Anaheim in the face of th...

Tracking coronavirus: Big West basketball update

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 10, 2020) — The Big West Conference for men’s and women’s college basketball announced Tuesday that it will play upcoming games in Anaheim without spectators.

The games are set for Thursday through Satur...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim Convention Center update

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 9, 2020) — Anaheim Convention Center, owned and operated by the city of Anaheim, is closely tracking the coronavirus outbreak while following California guidelines and public health best practices for ongoing events.

At thi...

Tracking coronavirus: Orange County update

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 3, 2020) — The Orange County Health Care Agency, which serves Anaheim and rest of our county, has reported two presumptive cases of coronavirus infection and is awaiting confirmation of testing results from the federal Cen...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim ready

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 27, 2020) — While there are no coronavirus cases reported in our city, Anaheim continues to monitor the outbreak, consult with partner agencies and ready plans should we see cases here.

Precaution and preparation are always ...

Changes coming to City Hall security: metal screening

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 26, 2020) — Starting on March 2, Anaheim will begin enhanced security screening at City Hall.

The new safety measures include security screening for all visitors to City Hall at both the front entrance and at the pedestrian ...

Tracking coronavirus: no Anaheim cases

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 25, 2020) — Anaheim continues to follow the global coronavirus outbreak with no cases reported in our city.

We are in contact with the Orange County Health Care Agency, tracking a federal proposal to bring patients to Costa ...

Anaheim approves Senior Safety Net program for seniors struggling with housing costs

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 11, 2020) — Anaheim seniors struggling with housing costs can get emergency help and up to a year of rent assistance under a $645,000 pilot program approved by Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday.

The Senior Safety N...

Anaheim magazine winter 2020: Census 2020, Miss Anaheim Beautiful, the Big A

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 11, 2020) — The latest issue of Anaheim magazine features a story about Census 2020, our once-in-ten-years count of the American population.

There’s a lot at stake for Anaheim. Each year, we see more than $100 mill...

Anaheim opens eighth and largest skate park for kids of Romneya neighborhood

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 7, 2020) — The kids of the Romneya neighborhood in north Anaheim are dropping in and grinding at our newest and largest skate park at Manzanita Park.

The 12,000-square-foot skate park, which kids have been breaking in since ...

Coronavirus: no Anaheim cases

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 5, 2020) — Anaheim is following the global coronavirus outbreak with no cases reported in our city.

As a major visitor city, we are watching developments in California, the nation and across the globe.

We are in regu...

Anaheim extends leadership on homelessness, expands partnership with Salvation Army shelter

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 4, 2020) — Some 100 additional temporary homeless shelter beds are set to open in Anaheim in the next four months as part of Anaheim’s ongoing effort to address homelessness.

The City Council on Tuesday approved ex...

Anaheim extends leadership on homelessness; mayor’s ad hoc committee recommends added shelter beds

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 30, 2020) — Some 100 new temporary shelter beds could open in Anaheim in the next four months as part of Anaheim’s ongoing effort to address homelessness.

An ad hoc committee led by Mayor Harry Sidhu and including ...

OC Black History Parade celebrates 40 years

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 21, 2020) — Celebrate 40 years of commemorating the history and contributions of African Americans in Orange County on Saturday, Feb. 1 at the annual Orange County Black History Parade & Cultural Faire in downtown Anahe...

Anaheim approves historic sale agreement for Angel Stadium site

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 20, 2019) — The Anaheim City Council today approved a purchase and sale agreement for 153 acres of land including and around Angel Stadium of Anaheim as the first step in a three-step proposal for the future of baseball in the city.

T...

Anaheim Council to consider first step in Angels proposal Dec. 20

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 16, 2019) — The Anaheim City Council will publicly consider a purchase and sale agreement for 153 acres of land around and including Angel Stadium of Anaheim at a special meeting on Dec. 20 at 2 p.m. in the Council Chambers...

Big A 2050: informational open house

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 11, 2019) — You can learn more about the proposal for the future of baseball in Anaheim at a drop-in, informational open house.

• When: Saturday, Dec. 14
• Where: ARTIC, the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
• Address: 2626 E....

Big A 2050: informational open house

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 6, 2019) — You can learn more about the proposal for the future of baseball in Anaheim at a drop-in, informational open house.

• When: Monday, Dec. 9
• Where: ARTIC, the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center
• Address: 2626 E. Kat...

Proposal: Angels through 2050-plus, stadium, land sale, community benefits

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 4, 2019) — A three-step proposed agreement would keep Angels Baseball in Anaheim through at least 2050, see a land and stadium sale valued at $325 million and potential development including affordable housing and parks.

The...

City, Angels hold productive first meeting

The city of Anaheim and Angels Baseball LP met Friday for an initial discussion about the future of baseball in the city.

“The talks were productive and encouraging,” said Mayor Harry Sidhu, the Anaheim City Council’s representative on the city’s negotiati...

Anaheim statement on Valenzuela verdict, judgment

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 21, 2019) — Anaheim disagrees with a verdict and $13.2 million judgment by a Los Angeles jury this week in a civil lawsuit filed against the city and three Anaheim Police personnel regarding a 2016 incident.

Full city statem...

Anaheim magazine fall 2019: Muzeo exhibit, Halloween parade, Beach Boulevard

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 27, 2019) — The latest issue of Anaheim magazine features a unique exhibit now at the Muzeo Museum and Cultural Center.

The exhibit tells the untold stories of Anaheim's Japanese American families before, during and after World War I...

Original Northgate Market set to become youth center for young entrepreneurs, business people

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 24, 2019) — A historic downtown space that was the starting point for an iconic Anaheim businesses is set to continue serving the community as a youth learning center.

Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday voted to sp...

Free Anaheim Health & Citizenship Fair Sept. 21-22

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 12, 2019) — The annual Anaheim Health & Citizenship Fair, featuring free medical, dental and vision services, plus help becoming a U.S. citizen, is set for Sept. 21 and 22 at the Anaheim Convention Center.

Now in its 13th year, t...

Mayor Sidhu: Our approach to stadium negotiations

Anaheim has  a once-in-a-generation chance to build on the legacy of baseball in our city.

As our City Council's designated representative on the city's negotiating team, Mayor Sidhu outlines guiding principles for negotiations in today's Orange C...

Stadium update: Mayor Sidhu named Council representative to city negotiating team

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 16, 2019) — Anaheim’s City Council voted Tuesday to name Mayor Harry Sidhu as its representative on the city’s negotiating team working toward a new agreement with Angels Baseball.

The negotiating team includes City Manager Chris Zapa...

Pat Russell named Anaheim Fire & Rescue chief

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 16, 2019) — Pat Russell, a 35-year fire service veteran including eight years as a deputy chief in Anaheim, has been named the next chief of Anaheim Fire & Rescue.

Russell will be the 18th chief in Anaheim Fire & Rescue’s 136-...

Anaheim magazine summer 2019: Fourth of July, fireworks, city budget

ANAHEIM, Calif. (July 2, 2019) — The latest issue of Anaheim magazine is all things summer fun.

Celebrating Fourth of July? We've got all the information you need about how to celebrate responsibly in Anaheim. Remember, only Safe and Sane fireworks are leg...

Anaheim’s proposed budget: dog park, fire station, other great things for residents

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 14, 2019) — Anaheim’s proposed budget for the next 12 months will touch the daily lives of the city’s residents with $570 million dedicated to public safety and community services as well projects to better roads, utilities,...

Proposed west Anaheim shopping center takes step forward with updated plan, mayor's push

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 14, 2019) — 39 Commons, a long-awaited shopping center plus homes planned for Beach Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue, could break ground in coming months with an updated plan for the center and a push by Mayor Harry Si...

Mayor Sidhu: new day for baseball in Anaheim

It's a new day for baseball in Anaheim as we start work with the Angels, guided by a goal of an agreement that first benefits residents while also working for the team and fans, Mayor Harry Sidhu writes in today's Orange County Register. 

Mayor Si...

Anaheim Packing House turns 100

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 24, 2019) — The iconic Anaheim Packing House in downtown's Center City is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year with a jam-packed citrus themed event on Saturday, June 1.

You'll find live entertainment, tours and giveaw...

Anaheim magazine spring 2019: Angels Baseball, Mobile Library, affordable housing

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 9, 2019) — Angels Baseball, Mobile Library, affordable housing — these are just a few of the stories you’ll find in the spring issue of Anaheim magazine.

Anaheim’s very own city magazine gives you an in-depth look at what’s going on in...

Anaheim Police share officer-involved shooting video, actions taken

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 8, 2019) — The city of Anaheim and Anaheim Police Department took a major step Wednesday in sharing information about public safety with the release of video and details from an officer-involved shooting from July 2018.

In a press conf...

Rancho La Paz owner rescinds rent increases, works with residents to find path forward

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 27, 2019) — The owner of the Rancho La Paz mobile home park in north Anaheim and neighboring Fullerton is rescinding rent increases and meeting with residents to find a workable way forward for everyone.

At Anaheim City Hal...

Anaheim explores epic story of race, injustice as community reads ‘A Lesson Before Dying’

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 14, 2019) — A gripping story that tackles the intersection of race and criminal justice will help Anaheim honor Black History Month as the city comes together to read Ernest J. Gaines’ “A Lesson Before Dying.”

From Feb. 16 to March 16...

Anaheim’s 2018 State of the City will offer new ways for businesses to thrive, residents to connect

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 31, 2018) — Mayor Tom Tait is set to announce initiatives to bring people together over a good meal and to better connect generations across Anaheim in the 2018 State of the City address on Feb. 6.

The address also will recap gains An...

Mayor Harry Sidhu unveils $250 million investment initiative for Anaheim neighborhoods

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 5, 2019) — Calling for a new Golden Age for Anaheim, Mayor Harry Sidhu in his inaugural State of the City address on Tuesday set out a bold initiative to invest $250 million in Anaheim neighborhoods in the next 10 years, with direct...

Mayor Sidhu's inaugural State of the City to unveil new ‘Golden Age’ for Anaheim neighborhoods

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 4, 2019) — Mayor Harry Sidhu on Tuesday is set to outline a bold plan to invest in and renew Anaheim’s neighborhoods, building on a legacy of economic development in service of the city’s residents.

In his inaugural State of the City...

Anaheim completes La Mesa Emergency Shelter

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 27, 2019) — Anaheim, in partnership with Illumination Foundation, celebrated the completion Wednesday of the La Mesa Emergency Shelter, the third homeless shelter the city has opened in the past two months.

The shelter, built in just ...

Report coyotes

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Feb. 7, 2019) — Coyotes are a fact of life.

They are drawn to cities for easy sources of food, including trash cans and outdoor pet food.

While they are more active in the springtime, coyotes have become a fixture in our communities through...

Anaheim opens 224-bed homeless shelter with The Salvation Army

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 31, 2019) — Just 60 days after starting construction, the city of Anaheim and The Salvation Army today opened a new homeless shelter, offering beds and services to 224 people living in homelessness in Anaheim.

The two-acre site is mad...

Anaheim explores epic story of race, injustice as community reads ‘A Lesson Before Dying’

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 14, 2019) — A gripping story that tackles the intersection of race and criminal justice will help Anaheim honor Black History Month as the city comes together to read Ernest J. Gaines’ “A Lesson Before Dying.”

From Feb. 16 to March 16...

OC Black History Parade & Cultural Faire is Feb. 2

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 28, 2019) — Join us in downtown Anaheim on Saturday, Feb. 2 for an exciting celebration of culture and heritage at the 39th annual Orange County Black History Month Parade & Cultural Faire.

The yearly event brings some 8,000 peopl...

Anaheim extends Angels at stadium through 2020, allowing time for discussions on new lease

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 15, 2019) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday approved a 14-month extension for the Angels at the city-owned Angel Stadium of Anaheim, ensuring the team will play in Anaheim through 2020 and allowing time for both...

Mayor Sidhu proposes one-year Angels extension, Council set to consider on Tuesday

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 10, 2019) — Anaheim’s City Council on Tuesday is set to consider a one-year stadium lease extension for Angels Baseball initiated by Mayor Harry Sidhu following a recent meeting between him and team owner Arte Moreno.

The proposed ext...

Schweitzer Park, other homeless encampments cleared

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Jan. 3, 2019) — A homeless encampment in and around west Anaheim’s Schweitzer Park that at its peak had about 25 people and tents has been cleared, and the park restored to its intended use. Smaller encampments near Ge...

100 people transitioned from homelessness at Maxwell, La Palma Parks

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 22, 2018) — Some 100 people have moved from sidewalks and an alleyway at Maxwell and La Palma parks to an emergency homeless shelter, while spaces at and around the parks have been cleared, cleaned and restored.

Social workers from no...

Anaheim interim emergency shelter opens after 14-day build-out, serving those in need

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 20, 2018) — Anaheim has opened an interim emergency shelter in an astonishing 14 days and already is providing urgent help to those in need during the critical winter months.

The shelter, at 2040 S. State College Blvd., opened Thursda...

Anaheim approves interim emergency shelter to address impacts on parks and help those in need

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 6, 2018) — Anaheim’s City Council Thursday approved moving forward with an interim emergency homeless shelter to help people out of homelessness during the critical winter months and address growing impacts on the...

Anaheim considers interim emergency shelter to address impacts on parks and help those in need

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 5, 2018) — Anaheim’s City Council Thursday is set to consider plans for an interim emergency homeless shelter to help people out of homelessness during the critical winter months and address growing impacts on the...

Anaheim Shelter Plan: City approves site purchase for second temporary homeless shelter

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Dec. 3, 2018) — Anaheim is moving forward with a site in industrial east Anaheim as a second, temporary homeless shelter to open by early 2019.

Based on direction Monday from the City Council, we will purchase the 12,500-square-foot buildi...

Anaheim Shelter Plan: City considering alternative site for second temporary shelter

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 20, 2018) — Anaheim is looking at an alternative site in industrial east Anaheim as a potential second, temporary homeless shelter to open by early 2019.

Based on direction Tuesday from the City Council, we are looking at a potential ...

Anaheim’s arena: looking to the next 25-plus years of Honda Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 16, 2018) — We’ve seen 25 great years of world-class entertainment, exciting sports and championship hockey at Anaheim’s arena, Honda Center.

And we’re just getting started.

For all of 2018, we’ve been in talks with our partners at Hon...

Anaheim Shelter Plan: Salvation Army site moves forward, city looks at options on second site

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 15, 2018) — Anaheim is moving forward with a temporary 200-bed homeless shelter in partnership with the Salvation Army and continues to evaluate options for a second, 125-bed shelter in an industrial area of east Anaheim.

On Tuesday, ...

Chrysalis opens doors in Anaheim, bringing job opportunities to those living in homelessness

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Nov. 13, 2018) — Anaheim's newest nonprofit partner, Chrysalis, today opened its doors to people living in homelessness in Anaheim and Orange County.

Chrysalis helps those living in homelessness by removing barriers to employment and helpi...

Anaheim magazine fall 2018: Honda Center turns 25, Halloween is here and more

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 3, 2018) — Honda Center and the Anaheim Ducks celebrate 25 years, the Anaheim Fall Festival and Halloween Parade returns to downtown, new businesses open in west Anaheim; these are just a few of the events and programs highlighted in...

Anaheim steps up efforts to address homelessness with additional parks staff, outreach

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 26, 2018) — Anaheim plans to spend up to $400,000 to address the impacts of homelessness on parks and other public spaces in the next few months as the city works to settle litigation and move forward on the next steps of a comprehe...

Free medical care, citizenship help at annual Anaheim Health Fair & Citizenship Clinic

More than 1,000 Anaheim residents and others will get free healthcare and help becoming citizens at the 12th annual Anaheim Health Fair & Citizenship Clinic this weekend at the Anaheim Convention Center.

For many without health insurance or regular acc...

It’s Anaheim Night at the OC Auto Show as residents get in free

Opening night is Anaheim Night at the Orange County International Auto Show at the Anaheim Convention Center!

Anaheim residents get in free on Thursday night, Oct. 4, as a “thank you” to the city that makes the OC International Auto Show happen each year.

F...

Anaheim looks at homeless shelter proposal to address impacts on parks, streets, neighborhoods

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 8, 2018) — Anaheim’s comprehensive efforts to address homelessness took a major step forward Friday with the announcement of a proposed 400-bed homeless care facility known as Center of Hope.

The plans were detailed by Mayor Tom Tait...

Our Next Flag update: first-round finalists

We’re making progressing on a new flag for Anaheim.

A group of 19 community submissions are currently under consideration as we work toward a final design our city can be proud of.

From March 19 to April 20, we received 113 submissions from residents and th...

My city budget: how you can tune in

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 23, 2018) — It’s that time of year again when our city leaders discuss and ultimately decide how to spend your tax dollars.

The City Council has been holding public workshops on the proposed $1.9 billion city budget...

200-plus Anaheim employees, family give back in inaugural day of community service

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 15, 2018) — More than 200 Anaheim city employees and their families came together on Saturday, May 12, for a day of volunteer community service benefiting seniors, veterans, students, neighborhoods and those in need.

Voluntee...

Innovative jobs program for those seeking pathway from homelessness coming to Orange County

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 1, 2018) — Great news for Anaheim’s ongoing work to provide pathways out of homelessness.

Los Angeles-based nonprofit Chrysalis, which helps transition people from homelessness to work by helping to prepare them for finding and keeping...

Anaheim mayor, public works director visiting Puerto Rico as part of island’s rebuilding effort

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 9, 2018) — Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait and Public Works Director Rudy Emami are visiting Puerto Rico on Monday as part of a group of mainland mayors and officials offering expertise, experience and ongoing connection with counterparts on...

Canyon Fire 2: near containment, no further updates unless conditions change

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 16, 2017, 8:30 a.m.) — Canyon Fire 2 is nearing full containment with no further threats to neighborhoods as of Monday morning.

Anaheim Fire & Rescue and the city of Anaheim will cease regular fire updates unless conditions change...

Evacuations lifted for east Anaheim neighborhoods impacted by Canyon Fire 2

Evacuations lifted for east Anaheim neighborhoods impacted by Canyon Fire 2

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 10, 2017) -- All Anaheim residents evacuated due to Canyon Fire 2 are clear to return to their homes at 7 p.m. Tuesday.

Canyon Fire 2 continues to burn but is ...

ANAHEIM FIRE & RESCUE’S COMMUNITY CARE RESPONSE UNIT IS FIRST IN CALIFORNIA Pilot Program Delivers N

ANAHEIM, CA - (July 15, 2015) - Anaheim Fire & Rescue, in collaboration with local key leaders in emergency services, have launched a new pilot program: the Community Care Response Unit (CCRU). The first in California, the CCRU offers medical respo...

Traffic Advisory Today Near Honda Center for Dalai Lama Visit

ANAHEIM, CA - (July 5, 2015) - Please be advised of additional traffic around Honda Center today for the Dalai Lama visit and 80th birthday celebration. The event is scheduled from 12:00 - 3:30 p.m. To ensure a safe and smooth traffic flow, please follow ...

Fourth of July Safe and Sane Fireworks Available in Anaheim for First Time in 30 Years, Beginning To

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 28, 2015) - For the first time in 30 years safe and sane fireworks are back in Anaheim, on sale at Honda Center beginning today at 12 noon.  As voted by residents in last year’s June General Election, the Anaheim community can Celebrat...

Media Advisory: City Council To Consider Entertainment Tax Policy

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 25, 2015) - The Anaheim City Council is expected to consider an entertainment tax policy for the Disneyland Resort at its July 7 meeting as Walt Disney Parks and Resorts evaluates a significant investment in its existing operations in ...

Fourth of July Safe and Sane Fireworks Available in Anaheim for First Time in 30 Years Sales and usa

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 18, 2015) - For the first time in 30 years safe and sane fireworks are back in Anaheim.  As voted by residents in last year’s June General Election, the Anaheim community can Celebrate With Care in select areas of the City.  Residents ...

Anaheim City Council Approves Hotel Incentive Program

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 16, 2015) - The Anaheim City Council tonight approved a resolution establishing a Hotel Incentive Program to encourage the development of four-diamond-quality hotels and the renovation of existing properties to four-diamond quality.
...Read on...

Anaheim City Council Approves Balanced Budget for Fiscal Year 2015/16

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 16, 2015) - Increases to General Fund allocations and Capital Improvement Plan support emphasis on public safety, community outreach and encouraging business growth.

The Anaheim City Council tonight unanimously approved a balanced budge...

ANAHEIM HONORS FLAG DAY WITH NEW HOMETOWN HEROES VIDEO AND COMMUNITY EVENT

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 12, 2015) - The City of Anaheim is proud to honor Flag Day this Sunday by introducing a new segment in the City’s Hometown Heroes video series.

Anaheim Police Officer Brennan Leininger founded the organization A Flag for Every Hero...

Outreach Campaign Invites Residents to ‘Shape Anaheim’s Future’ (Spanish)

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 5, 2015) - La ciudad de Anaheim está llevando a cabo una amplia campaña de alcance comunitario para que los residentes ayuden a determinar los límites que definirán los seis nuevos distritos electorales que darán forma a Anaheim a ...Read on...

ANAHEIM PUBLIC UTILITIES HOSTS THE 2015 SAVE WATER EXPO

ANAHEIM, CA - (June 1, 2015) - Anaheim Public Utilities invites the community to learn more about saving water at the 2015 Save Water Expo. The event will be held on Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at ARTIC, the new transportation hub located at ...Read on...

RESIDENTS ENCOURAGED TO HELP DESIGN DISTRICT SHAPES

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 28, 2015) - Community meetings are being held to gather comments and ideas for drawing district boundaries. The Advisory Committee on Electoral Districts is reaching out to residents by meeting on various evenings and in neighborhood co...Read on...

3-day event will offer complete dental and vision services and general health screenings to thousand

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 27, 2015) - The 9th annual FREE Health Fair will take place this Friday – Sunday at the Anaheim Convention Center, and all are welcome to attend.  Attendees can benefit from the medical, dental and vision services, as well as visit the ...Read on...

ANAHEIM HONORS MEMORIAL DAY WITH LAUNCH OF HOMETOWN HEROES VIDEO SERIES

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 23, 2015) - As our nation celebrates Memorial Day this weekend, the City of Anaheim would also like to salute local resident, WWII veteran and Bronze Star recipient Dr. William Kott by featuring him in the launch of the City’s new Homet...Read on...

TRAFFIC ADVISORY FOR THE ANAHEIM RESORT BEGINNING EARLY FRIDAY MORNING THRU THE WEEKEND, FOR THE DIS

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 21, 2015) - Please be advised of additional traffic in The Anaheim Resort this Friday morning and throughout the weekend as Disneyland Resort hosts its annual 24-hour day beginning Friday, May 22 at 6 a.m., as well as the kick-off for i...Read on...

ANAHEIM CITY COUNCIL LIMITS LANDSCAPE WATERING TO TWO DAYS A WEEK

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 20, 2015) - The Anaheim City Council has approved an ordinance to restrict landscape watering to two days per week, in an effort to reduce daily water use during the ongoing drought. The ordinance will help Anaheim achieve its required ...Read on...

ANAHEIM PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR NATALIE MEEKS NAMED APWA 2015 TOP TEN PUBLIC WORKS LEADER

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 19, 2015) - Anaheim Public Works Director Natalie Meeks was recently named as a 2015 Top Ten Public Works Leaders of the Year by the American Public Works Association, and at tonight’s City Council meeting was presented with her award b...Read on...

ANAHEIM AND CHICAGO MAYORS ENGAGE IN FRIENDLY WAGER DURING NHL PLAYOFFS

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 17, 2015) - Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait and Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel agreed to a friendly wager as the Anaheim Ducks and Chicago Blackhawks open the Western Conference Finals of the 2015 Stanley Cup Playoffs today at Honda Center.

The ...Read on...

COMMUNITY INVITED TO SHAPE ANAHEIM’S FUTURE AND PROVIDE INPUT TO DRAW CITY COUNCIL DISTRICTS

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 5, 2015) - Anaheim residents are encouraged to participate in community meetings and Shape Anaheim’s Future. Anaheim’s current At-Large electoral system will, for the first time, change to a By-District system made up of six districts....Read on...

Temporary Road Closures, May 9-10, For Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 5, 2015) - Runners, joggers and walkers will take to the streets of Anaheim on Saturday and Sunday mornings, May 9-10, during the 2015 Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend. The Tinker Bell Half Marathon Weekend, taking place Thursday &...

May the 4th Be With You!

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 4, 2015) - Recently, thousands of guests from a galaxy far, far away visited Anaheim for the four-day 2015 Star Wars Celebration event, held at the Anaheim Convention Center. They offered their greetings to be shared with residents o...Read on...

Anaheim and Calgary Mayors Engage in Friendly Wager During NHL Playoffs

ANAHEIM, CA - (May 1, 2015) - Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait and Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi agreed to a friendly wager as the Anaheim Ducks and Calgary Flames go head-to-head in the second round of the 2015 Stanley Cup Playoffs.

If the Ducks win, Mayor Nensh...Read on...

Anaheim Water Conservation Poster Contest Winners to be Honored at Angel Stadium of Anaheim

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 27, 2015) - In celebration of May being Water Awareness Month, Anaheim Public Utilities and Angels Baseball will honor the winners of the 25th Annual Water Conservation Poster Contest at Angel Stadium of Anaheim on Thursday, May 7, du...Read on...

Anaheim Approves New City Planning Director

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 23, 2015) - David Belmer will join the City of Anaheim as Planning Director, effective May 26, it was approved and announced at Tuesday night’s City Council meeting. Belmer brings more than 25 years of experience in municipal governme...Read on...

ANAHEIM’S 9TH ANNUAL FREE HEALTH FAIR MAY 29-31 3-day event

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 22, 2015) - Through dynamic partnerships with Remote Area Medical (RAM) California, GBS Linens, Inc. and Anekant Community Center, along with invaluable community sponsorship support, Anaheim’s Ninth Annual FREE Health Fair is expa...Read on...

Cinco De Mayo

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 27, 2015) - Food, games, carnival rides and music will be part of the annual family-friendly Cinco de Mayo Fiesta and Carnival in Anaheim, taking place April 30 – May 3 at La Palma Park in Anaheim. The fiesta will feature free live en...Read on...

ANAHEIM CONVENTION CENTER BREAKS GROUND ON SEVENTH EXPANSION

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 21, 2015) - The City of Anaheim today broke ground on the seventh expansion to the world-famous Anaheim Convention Center,  for a significant construction project that will add more meeting space, more economic impact, and more job...

REMEMBERING JACKIE ROBINSON’S VISIT TO ANAHEIM, ON MLB’S JACKIE ROBINSON DAY

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 15, 2015) - As Major League Baseball and America remember the late Baseball Hall of Famer Jackie Robinson today, the City of Anaheim is proud to recall when Robinson spent time in Anaheim to film his biographical movie, “The Jackie...Read on...

MIRALOMA PARK AND FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION SET FOR APRIL 11

ANAHEIM, CA - (April 6, 2015) - The Miraloma Park and Family Resource Center in Anaheim’s Park Lane neighborhood  is set to open on Saturday, April 11 at 11 a.m., and the entire community is welcome to join the grand opening celebration.

Miraloma Park a...

Fall Swim Classes

Anaheim Community Services in partnership with the YMCA are continuing a gradual, phased reopening of Pearson Park Pool that follows state and county guidelines. Youth and Adult weekday and weekend swim classes, lap swim and water exercise are available a...

Senior Meal Distribution Programs

City of Anaheim Senior Meal ProgramDrive-Through Pick Up Service and Food Delivery Program for Seniors 60 years of age and older. No income requirements. Registration is required.

Meal site times are listed below. For the most up to date information, pleas...

Recreation, Human, and Neighborhood Services Monthly Newsletter

Stay up-to-date with Community Services Department activities, events, and services. Enroll now to receive our monthly newsletter delivered straight to your inbox.

Center Greens

The Center Greens Improvement project is located at 311 E. Broadway adjacent to the Downtown Anaheim Community Center and Youth Center. It will transform currently underused areas of the existing 3.5-acre park and will provide new amenities that will offe...

Maxwell Dog Park

The Maxwell Dog Park project will convert 1-acre of the existing Maxwell Park into two designated park spaces for large and small dogs. It will be located adjacent to Haskett Library at 2650 W. Broadway. The improvements will include agility equipment, se...

Anaheim Convention Center

The Anaheim Convention Center (ACC), centrally located in the heart of Southern California, welcomes millions of visitors to the City of Anaheim for tourism, business and conventions/meetings.

Tracking coronavirus: New Testing Hours at Anaheim Convention Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 15, 2020) — No-cost COVID-19 will now be available on weekday evenings at Anaheim Convention Center.

Starting Sept. 22, testing will be available Tuesdays through Fridays from noon to 7 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to ...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim to offer rebate for internet access

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 15, 2020) — Starting next month, Anaheim residents can get help with their internet costs thanks to a new rebate program approved by the Anaheim City Council on Tuesday.

The Internet Access Rebate program will offer a rebat...

Tracking coronavirus: Anaheim gives free masks to residents

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 17, 2020) — Residents can get free face masks without leaving their car at Anaheim’s third drive-thru mask distribution event on Saturday, Sept. 26 from 8 a.m. to noon at Temple Beth Emet, 1770 W. Cerritos Ave.

Ea...

Parks

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Eviction Protection Program

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OC Health Data Dashboard

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Annual "Great California Shakeout" Set For October 17, 2019

All residents, businesses, and communities in Anaheim, California, are encouraged participate 

ANAHEIM, CA — (October 16, 2019) - Following FEMA’s “National Preparedness Month” in September, individuals and ...

Canyon Fire 2 update 7 a.m.

Canyon Fire 2 update 7 a.m.

Fire now is at 7,500 acres.

Containment remains at 5 percent.

Focus overnight was on the fire’s east edge near the Cleveland National Forest.

All mandatory evacuations remain in place.

No new evacuations issued and no new immediate ...

Two Alarm Fire Burns Seven Tractor Trailers

35 Firefighters from Anaheim Fire & Rescue, Fullerton Fire Department, and Garden Grove Fire Department extinguished a fire in about one hour at a yard where numerous tractor trailers were stored.  The call was received at 9:13 pm and a 2nd a...

HELP ANAHEIM BE MORE RESILIENT IN THE EVENT OF A DISASTER

Every five years, the City of Anaheim prepares a Hazard
Mitigation Plan to identify elements within the city that could be affected by a disaster such as an earthquake, flood or wildfire. Anaheim Fire & Rescue together with the City of Anaheim invite...Read on...

ANAHEIM FIRE & RESCUE ANNOUNCES NEW LEADERSHIP STAFF FOR COMMUNITY RISK REDUCTION DIVISON

Anaheim Fire Chief Randy R. Bruegman recently announced the
appointment of Rusty Coffelt to Deputy Chief / Fire Marshal of the agency’s Community Risk Reduction Division. Deputy Chief Coffelt is responsible for four principal sections including...

Anaheim Fire & Rescue to Use Cold Smoke for Wildland Fire Training

Beginning Monday, March 14, 2016, Anaheim Fire & Rescue will engage in wildland fire training to prepare for the approaching wildland fire season. This training will include the use of smoke canisters to assist firefighting personnel with locating th...Read on...

BUTANE HONEY OIL EXTRACTION DISCOVERED IN BURNED CONDOMINIUM

At approximately 11:40 p.m. last night, Anaheim Fire & Rescue received multiple calls of a garage fire in the 2000 block of W. Blue Violet Court. Upon arrival, fire personnel found the garage of a two story detached condominium was fully involved and...Read on...

National Day of Remembrance

Please join us for the September 11 Remembrance Ceremony on the Grand Plaza at 9:00 a.m. Anaheim Fire & Rescue, Anaheim Police Department and Visit Anaheim are joining together to pay tribute to the victims of September 11, 2001 and to honor those eme...Read on...

Home Safety Visit Program

We’ve launched the Home Safety Visit Program, a new Community Risk Reduction program, where fire personnel delivers fire safety education directly to Anaheim homeowners particularly those households most vulnerable to fire and fire injuries. We’ll also pr...Read on...

Anaheim is a Class 1 City

We’re proud to announce that Anaheim has been designated as a Class 1 City by the Insurance Service Office (ISO), the highest possible rating for a municipality. This rating may reduce the cost of fire insurance for our residents and business owners. Lear...

Library Card Sign-up Month

ANAHEIM, Calif. (September 2, 2020) — Unlock learning with your Anaheim Public Library Card.Whether students require homework help, need a book to read or tools for researching assigned topics, Anaheim Public Library has online resources to give...

John Cotton Dana Award Recipient

ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 17, 2020) — While many in-person programs are temporarily on hold due to the coronavirus crisis, Anaheim Public Library continues to serve the community with modified services, including curbside pickup, craft supplies an...

Tracking coronavirus: Virtual library programs

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 10, 2020) — Although our doors are closed, there are many ways you can still connect with Anaheim Library services.

Patrons can access many free resources from their homes including online tutoring, language learning, onlin...

Tracking coronavirus: Art kits for seniors

ANAHEIM, Calif. (April 28, 2020) — Seniors staying safe at home during the coronavirus crisis can enrich their lives with art kits from Anaheim Public Library and Muckenthaler Cultural Center.

Starting in May Sunkist Branch will have art...

Know Your Way

Living in the hills of east Anaheim is great. But with it comes risk from wildfires, earthquakes and hillside runoff. As we saw with Canyon Fire 2 in 2017, there are times when you’ll need to leave your home to safeguard yourself and your family...

An open letter from Anaheim Police Chief Jorge Cisneros to our community

As the nation continues to cope with the tragic death of George Floyd, public discourse has turned to the desire to modify the policy of public safety entities. My goal in writing this letter is to inform our community on the current policies and procedur...

Anaheim Traffic Collision Report

The city of Anaheim averages 5,004 collisions a year. Of the 5,004 collisions, 43% of them involve injury to at least one of the parties involved.

Anaheim Police Investigate Gang-Related Murder

ANAHEIM, Calif. (September 18, 2020) – At about 4 p.m. on Thursday, September 17, Anaheim police responded to the 1800 block of W. Glen Avenue to investigate a report of a shooting and found 47-year-old Anaheim resident Julia Diana Borboa suffer...

Homicide Suspects Arrested

ANAHEIM, CALIF (September 6, 2020) – Anaheim Police Department Homicide Detectives have arrested two suspects for the September 5, 2020 murder of Rodolfo Alfredo Miranda. Both suspects were arrested in the City of Walnut without incident.

28-year...

Homicide Victim Identification

ANAHEIM, CALIF (September 6, 2020) – The victim from the homicide occurring Saturday September 5, 2020, has been identified as 20-year-old, Anaheim resident Rodolfo Alfredo Miranda. Miranda was located at about 1:30 pm near the entrance to the C...

Homicide

ANAHEIM, CALIF (September 5, 2020) – On the afternoon of Saturday, September 5, 2020, at about 1:30 pm, the Anaheim Police Department received reports of a gunshot victim at the Candlewood Suites, located at 1733 S. Anaheim Boulevard in the City...

Fatal Officer Involved Shooting

ANAHEIM, CALIF (August 30, 2020) – On the evening of Saturday, August 29, 2020, just after 9:30 pm, Anaheim Police Officers went to the 2500 block of E. Ward Terrace in the City of Anaheim, in an attempt to locate 25-year-old Jesse David Nava, a...

Anaheim Police Department to Recieve Grant to Fight Alcohol-Related Harm

ANAHEIM, CALIF (August 18, 2020) – The Anaheim Police Department has been awarded a $73,900 grant from the California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) to battle alcohol-related harm within the community.

“This is important to the City o...

Arrest of Murder Suspect

ANAHEIM, CALIF (August 17, 2020) – Anaheim homicide detectives have arrested 23-year-old Pablo Partida Aparicio, an Anaheim resident, for the March 2019, murder of 26-year-old Ayleen Morales, also of Anaheim.

On March 2, 2019, Anaheim police offi...

Fatal Traffic Collision – Suspect Booking

ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 12, 2020) – The driver of Tuesday night’s fatal traffic collision occurring at the intersection of Katella Avenue and Bayless Street in the City of Anaheim has been identified as Courtney Pandolfi, a 40-year-old...

Fatal Traffic Collision

ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 12, 2020) – On Thursday, August 11, 2020, at 7:36 pm, Anaheim Police officers responded to a major injury traffic collision on Katella Avenue near Bayless Street. The resulting investigation revealed a white Jeep SUV was ...

Man Arrested for Anaheim Murder After San Diego Crash

ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 2, 2020) – Anaheim homicide detectives have booked a 28-year-old Anaheim man for murder after he was involved in a traffic collision in the city of San Marcos on Friday.

On Friday evening, the San Diego Sheriff’s...

Anaheim Police Arrest 2019 Homicide Suspect

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 12, 2020) – The Anaheim Police Department Homicide Detail has arrested 30-year-old Brandon Norwood, an Anaheim resident, for the 2019 murder of Oscar Humberto Chunmichicoj.

On March 3, 2019, just after 3:30 p.m., Anaheim pol...

Arrest of 2017 Homicide Suspect

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 29, 2020) – The Anaheim Police Department Homicide Detail has arrested 36-year-old Jurupa Valley resident Luis Alberto Garcia Arias for the 2017 murder of Rafael Luna. 

On November 24, 2017, Anaheim Police Department...

Suspect Sought for Felony Hit and Run Collision

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 26, 2020) – The Anaheim Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the driver of a vehicle who fled the scene of a traffic collision which injured a pedestrian.

On May 26, 2020, at about 122...

DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 12, 2020) – The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Friday, March 13, 2020 near La Palma Avenue and Blue Gum Street between the hours of 6:00 P.M. and 1:00 ...

DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint

ANAHEIM, Calif. (December 19, 2019) – The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Friday, December 20, 2019 near Magnolia Avenue and Crescent Avenue between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and...

DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint

ANAHEIM, Calif. (November 21, 2019) – The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Friday, November 22, 2019 on Brookhurst Street at Broadway between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and 3:00 A....

Neighbors App Instrumental in Identifying Suspects and Halting Crime Spree

ANAHEIM, CALIF (October 25, 2019) – Detectives from APD’s Burglary/Auto Theft Detail are attributing the Neighbors app by Ring for the successful identification of two male juvenile suspects involved in an 11 hour crime spree.

On Octobe...

Escondido Man Identified as Murder Victim Left in Trunk of Car

ANAHEIM, CALIF (October 19, 2019) – Anaheim homicide detectives have identified the man found left in the trunk of a car on Thursday as Adrian Darren Bonar, 34 years old from Escondido.

Bonar’s body was found wrapped in a tarp and left in the trunk of a Le...

Human Body Discovered in Trunk of Abandoned Car

ANAHEIM, CALIF (October 17, 2019) – Homicide detectives have confirmed a deceased human body was discovered wrapped in a tarp in the trunk of an abandoned car along Santa Ana Canyon Road on Thursday morning.

Around 10:45 am on October 17, 2019, A...

Detectives Arrest Cold Case Homicide Suspect in Houston

ANAHEIM, CALIF (October 11, 2019) – Anaheim Police Cold Case Homicide detectives booked Leopoldo Vargas Serrano, 47, a Houston, Texas, resident, into the Anaheim Detention Facility on suspicion of murder, just days before the 19th anniversary of...

DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint

ANAHEIM, Calif. (October 10, 2019) – The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Friday, October 11, 2019 on Euclid Street at Cerritos Avenue between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and 3:00 A...

Anaheim Police Department Conducts Minor Decoy Operation

ANAHEIM, CALIF (March 13, 2018) The Anaheim Police Department’s Vice Unit conducted a Shoulder Tap Operation at six Anaheim locations on March 10, 2018. The operation resulted in six citations for purchasing alcohol for a minor and one citation ...

Anaheim Police Department Receives Grant for Special Traffic Enforcement and Crash Prevention

ANAHEIM, CA (Oct. 12, 2017) - The Anaheim Police Department (APD) has been awarded a $403,200 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a year-long program to augment the City’s ongoing commitment to promote and improve roadway safety. ...

DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 5, 2017) - The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Friday October 6, 2017 on S State College Blvd. and Lincoln Ave. between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and 3:00 A.M.

The deterrent and...

Anaheim Police Department Join the 2017 Pink Patch Project

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 29, 2017) –- The Anaheim Police Department, along with over 110 other public safety agencies, is proud to announce their inaugural 2017 partnership with the Pink Patch Project. The program centers on vibrant pink versions of the Dep...

DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint

The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint Friday August 18, 2017 at the intersection of Lincoln and Monterey between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and 3:00 A.M.

The deterrent and preventive effects of DUI chec...

APD SWAT Teams Serve Simultaneous Warrants Related to Gang Shooting - Suspected Arrested

ANAHEIM, CA (MARCH 16, 2017) – Late Wednesday evening, Anaheim Police SWAT personnel, assisted by the Orange County Sheriff’s SWAT Team, served simultaneous search warrants at three Anaheim residences: 1200 block of N. East Street, 600...

Four Suspects Arrested in Gang Related Shooting That Injured Two in Front of High School

ANAHEIM, CA (FEBRUARY 2, 2017) – Three juveniles and one adult have been arrested for a shooting that left two men with non-life threatening gunshot wounds in front of Gilbert High School Tuesday afternoon.  The APD Gang Detail made the arrests W...

Assault With a Deadly Weapon Suspect Fatally Shot in Officer Involved Shooting

A suspect being sought for assault with a deadly weapon was fatally shot during a confrontation with Anaheim Police just after 9:00 pm Saturday night.  Anaheim police officers were assisting officers from the California Highway Patrol in searchin...

Suspect Arrested for Possession of Explosive Materials

A 57 year old man is in custody after Anaheim Police officers found several pounds of dangerous materials in his room. Anaheim Police were first called to an assisted living facility in the 200 block of N. Dale Ave around 10:00 am this morning regarding...Read on...

Anaheim Police Sponsor Gun Buy Back This Saturday

This Saturday, July 9, 2016, the Anaheim Police Department will hold a gun buy back at La Palma Park. Between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, people who would like to dispose of their unwanted firearms are encouraged to come to the north side of La Palma Park and m...Read on...

Community Tip Leads to Seizure of Nearly 600 Pounds of Dangerous Fireworks

Last night, acting on a tip from a member of the community regarding the sale of dangerous fireworks, Anaheim Police Crime Task Force investigators completed a probation search at a residence in the 1500 block of E. Benmore Lane. Nearly 600 pounds of com...Read on...

Presidential Candidate Visits to Anaheim Convention Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 23, 2016) - In an effort to facilitate media access to the Anaheim Convention Center for the planned visits of Presidential Candidates Bernie Sanders on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 and Donald Trump on Wednesday, May 25, 2016, the Anaheim Po...Read on...

ANAHEIM GANG INVESTIGATION RESULTS IN 5 FEDERAL INDICTMENTS AND 29 CRIMINAL COMPLAINTS

On Wednesday March 23, 2016 the Anaheim Police Department, with the assistance of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF), and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigati...Read on...

Officer Involved Shooting – Updated Information

At approximately 4:45 pm on Saturday, February 20, 2016, three Anaheim police officers were involved in a fatal Officer Involved Shooting of an armed attempted murder suspect. The incident occurred when officers were called to the 2000 block of W. Cris Av...Read on...

Butane Honey Oil Extraction Discovered in Burned Condominium

At approximately 11:40 p.m. last night, Anaheim Fire & Rescue received multiple calls of a garage fire in the 2000 block of W. Blue Violet Court. Upon arrival, fire personnel found the garage of a two story detached condominium was fully involved and...Read on...

Anaheim Police Investigate Gang-Related Murder

ANAHEIM, Calif. (September 18, 2020) – At about 4 p.m. on Thursday, September 17, Anaheim police responded to the 1800 block of W. Glen Avenue to investigate a report of a shooting and found 47-year-old Anaheim resident Julia Diana Borboa suffer...

Homicide Suspects Arrested

ANAHEIM, CALIF (September 6, 2020) – Anaheim Police Department Homicide Detectives have arrested two suspects for the September 5, 2020 murder of Rodolfo Alfredo Miranda. Both suspects were arrested in the City of Walnut without incident.

28-year...

Homicide Victim Identification

ANAHEIM, CALIF (September 6, 2020) – The victim from the homicide occurring Saturday September 5, 2020, has been identified as 20-year-old, Anaheim resident Rodolfo Alfredo Miranda. Miranda was located at about 1:30 pm near the entrance to the C...

Homicide

ANAHEIM, CALIF (September 5, 2020) – On the afternoon of Saturday, September 5, 2020, at about 1:30 pm, the Anaheim Police Department received reports of a gunshot victim at the Candlewood Suites, located at 1733 S. Anaheim Boulevard in the City...

Fatal Officer Involved Shooting

ANAHEIM, CALIF (August 30, 2020) – On the evening of Saturday, August 29, 2020, just after 9:30 pm, Anaheim Police Officers went to the 2500 block of E. Ward Terrace in the City of Anaheim, in an attempt to locate 25-year-old Jesse David Nava, a...

Anaheim Police Department to Recieve Grant to Fight Alcohol-Related Harm

ANAHEIM, CALIF (August 18, 2020) – The Anaheim Police Department has been awarded a $73,900 grant from the California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) to battle alcohol-related harm within the community.

“This is important to the City o...

Arrest of Murder Suspect

ANAHEIM, CALIF (August 17, 2020) – Anaheim homicide detectives have arrested 23-year-old Pablo Partida Aparicio, an Anaheim resident, for the March 2019, murder of 26-year-old Ayleen Morales, also of Anaheim.

On March 2, 2019, Anaheim police offi...

Fatal Traffic Collision – Suspect Booking

ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 12, 2020) – The driver of Tuesday night’s fatal traffic collision occurring at the intersection of Katella Avenue and Bayless Street in the City of Anaheim has been identified as Courtney Pandolfi, a 40-year-old...

Fatal Traffic Collision

ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 12, 2020) – On Thursday, August 11, 2020, at 7:36 pm, Anaheim Police officers responded to a major injury traffic collision on Katella Avenue near Bayless Street. The resulting investigation revealed a white Jeep SUV was ...

Man Arrested for Anaheim Murder After San Diego Crash

ANAHEIM, Calif. (August 2, 2020) – Anaheim homicide detectives have booked a 28-year-old Anaheim man for murder after he was involved in a traffic collision in the city of San Marcos on Friday.

On Friday evening, the San Diego Sheriff’s...

Anaheim Police Arrest 2019 Homicide Suspect

ANAHEIM, Calif. (June 12, 2020) – The Anaheim Police Department Homicide Detail has arrested 30-year-old Brandon Norwood, an Anaheim resident, for the 2019 murder of Oscar Humberto Chunmichicoj.

On March 3, 2019, just after 3:30 p.m., Anaheim pol...

Arrest of 2017 Homicide Suspect

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 29, 2020) – The Anaheim Police Department Homicide Detail has arrested 36-year-old Jurupa Valley resident Luis Alberto Garcia Arias for the 2017 murder of Rafael Luna. 

On November 24, 2017, Anaheim Police Department...

Suspect Sought for Felony Hit and Run Collision

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 26, 2020) – The Anaheim Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the driver of a vehicle who fled the scene of a traffic collision which injured a pedestrian.

On May 26, 2020, at about 122...

DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint

ANAHEIM, Calif. (March 12, 2020) – The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Friday, March 13, 2020 near La Palma Avenue and Blue Gum Street between the hours of 6:00 P.M. and 1:00 ...

DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint

ANAHEIM, Calif. (December 19, 2019) – The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Friday, December 20, 2019 near Magnolia Avenue and Crescent Avenue between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and 3:00 A.M.

The deterr...

DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint

ANAHEIM, Calif. (November 21, 2019) – The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Friday, November 22, 2019 on Brookhurst Street at Broadway between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and 3:00 A.M.

The deterrent and ...

Neighbors App Instrumental in Identifying Suspects and Halting Crime Spree

ANAHEIM, CALIF (October 25, 2019) – Detectives from APD’s Burglary/Auto Theft Detail are attributing the Neighbors app by Ring for the successful identification of two male juvenile suspects involved in an 11 hour crime spree.

On October 16, 2019, APD offi...

Escondido Man Identified as Murder Victim Left in Trunk of Car

ANAHEIM, CALIF (October 19, 2019) – Anaheim homicide detectives have identified the man found left in the trunk of a car on Thursday as Adrian Darren Bonar, 34 years old from Escondido.

Bonar’s body was found wrapped in a tarp and left in the trunk of a Le...

Human Body Discovered in Trunk of Abandoned Car

ANAHEIM, CALIF (October 17, 2019) – Homicide detectives have confirmed a deceased human body was discovered wrapped in a tarp in the trunk of an abandoned car along Santa Ana Canyon Road on Thursday morning.

Around 10:45 am on October 17, 2019, APD officer...

Annual "Great California Shakeout" Set For October 17, 2019

All residents, businesses, and communities in Anaheim, California, are encouraged participate 

ANAHEIM, CA — (October 16, 2019) - Following FEMA’s “National Preparedness Month” in September, individuals and communities throughout California will p...

Detectives Arrest Cold Case Homicide Suspect in Houston

ANAHEIM, CALIF (October 11, 2019) – Anaheim Police Cold Case Homicide detectives booked Leopoldo Vargas Serrano, 47, a Houston, Texas, resident, into the Anaheim Detention Facility on suspicion of murder, just days before the 19th anniversary of the slayi...

DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint

ANAHEIM, Calif. (October 10, 2019) – The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Friday, October 11, 2019 on Euclid Street at Cerritos Avenue between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and 3:00 A.M.

The deterrent and...

Anaheim Police Department Conducts Minor Decoy Operation

ANAHEIM, CALIF (March 13, 2018) The Anaheim Police Department’s Vice Unit conducted a Shoulder Tap Operation at six Anaheim locations on March 10, 2018. The operation resulted in six citations for purchasing alcohol for a minor and one citation ...

Anaheim Police Department Receives Grant for Special Traffic Enforcement and Crash Prevention

ANAHEIM, CA (Oct. 12, 2017) - The Anaheim Police Department (APD) has been awarded a $403,200 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) for a year-long program to augment the City’s ongoing commitment to promote and improve roadway safety. ...

DUI/DRIVER’S LICENSE CHECKPOINT

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Oct. 5, 2017) - The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Driver’s License Checkpoint Friday October 6, 2017 on S State College Blvd. and Lincoln Ave. between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and 3:00 A.M.

The deterrent and...

Anaheim Police Department Join the 2017 Pink Patch Project

ANAHEIM, Calif. (Sept. 29, 2017) –- The Anaheim Police Department, along with over 110 other public safety agencies, is proud to announce their inaugural 2017 partnership with the Pink Patch Project. The program centers on vibrant pink versions of the Dep...

DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint

The Anaheim Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Drivers' License Checkpoint Friday August 18, 2017 at the intersection of Lincoln and Monterey between the hours of 8:00 P.M. and 3:00 A.M.

The deterrent and preventive effects of DUI chec...

APD SWAT Teams Serve Simultaneous Warrants Related to Gang Shooting - Suspected Arrested

ANAHEIM, CA (MARCH 16, 2017) – Late Wednesday evening, Anaheim Police SWAT personnel, assisted by the Orange County Sheriff’s SWAT Team, served simultaneous search warrants at three Anaheim residences: 1200 block of N. East Street, 600 block of S. Philade...

Two Alarm Fire Burns Seven Tractor Trailers

35 Firefighters from Anaheim Fire & Rescue, Fullerton Fire Department, and Garden Grove Fire Department extinguished a fire in about one hour at a yard where numerous tractor trailers were stored.  The call was received at 9:13 pm and a 2nd a...

Assault With a Deadly Weapon Suspect Fatally Shot in Officer Involved Shooting

A suspect being sought for assault with a deadly weapon was fatally shot during a confrontation with Anaheim Police just after 9:00 pm Saturday night.  Anaheim police officers were assisting officers from the California Highway Patrol in searchin...

Suspect Arrested for Possession of Explosive Materials

A 57 year old man is in custody after Anaheim Police officers found several pounds of dangerous materials in his room. Anaheim Police were first called to an assisted living facility in the 200 block of N. Dale Ave around 10:00 am this morning regarding...Read on...

Anaheim Police Sponsor Gun Buy Back This Saturday

This Saturday, July 9, 2016, the Anaheim Police Department will hold a gun buy back at La Palma Park. Between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM, people who would like to dispose of their unwanted firearms are encouraged to come to the north side of La Palma Park and m...Read on...

Community Tip Leads to Seizure of Nearly 600 Pounds of Dangerous Fireworks

Last night, acting on a tip from a member of the community regarding the sale of dangerous fireworks, Anaheim Police Crime Task Force investigators completed a probation search at a residence in the 1500 block of E. Benmore Lane.

Nearly 600 pounds of ...Read on...

Presidential Candidate Visits to Anaheim Convention Center

ANAHEIM, Calif. (May 23, 2016) - In an effort to facilitate media access to the Anaheim Convention Center for the planned visits of Presidential Candidates Bernie Sanders on Tuesday, May 24, 2016 and Donald Trump on Wednesday, May 25, 2016, the Anaheim Po...Read on...

ANAHEIM GANG INVESTIGATION RESULTS IN 5 FEDERAL INDICTMENTS AND 29 CRIMINAL COMPLAINTS

On Wednesday March 23, 2016 the Anaheim Police Department, with the assistance of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF), and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigati...Read on...

Anaheim Fire & Rescue to Use Cold Smoke for Wildland Fire Training

Beginning Monday, March 14, 2016, Anaheim Fire & Rescue will engage in wildland fire training to prepare for the approaching wildland fire season. This training will include the use of smoke canisters to assist firefighting personnel with locating th...Read on...

Butane Honey Oil Extraction Discovered in Burned Condominium

At approximately 11:40 p.m. last night, Anaheim Fire & Rescue received multiple calls of a garage fire in the 2000 block of W. Blue Violet Court. Upon arrival, fire personnel found the garage of a two story detached condominium was fully involved and...Read on...

Anaheim Public Utilities - Underground Conversion - Beach Blvd.

The underground design for Beach Boulevard from south of Ball Road to north of Lincoln is currently in progress. This project is an integral part of the Beach Boulevard Specific Plan which outlines the improvements to the Beach Boulevard corridor that als...

Anaheim Public Utilities - Underground Conversion - Eucalyptus

Undergrounding on Eucalyptus Dr. from Santa Ana Canyon Road to South 2,000’ Southeast is planned for construction in late Summer 2020. This project, which is adjacent to Deer Canyon Park and falls within a Tier 3 high fire threat zone, supports ...

Anaheim Public Utilities - Underground Conversion - Euclid Ave.

The Euclid Street undergrounding project from Broadway to South City limits began construction in July 2018. This project is being coordinated with Anaheim and Garden Grove’s Public Works for complete street repaving. The project is also coordin...

Anaheim Public Utilities - Underground Conversion - Santa Ana Canyon/Royal Oak

The undergrounding on Santa Ana Canyon Road, between Lakeview Avenue and Imperial Highway is currently in design, and the segment on Royal Oak Road, from north of Santa Ana Canyon Road to Nohl Ranch Road, is currently in construction. This project will ad...

Anaheim Public Utilities - Underground Conversion - Sycamore

The undergrounding on Sycamore Street from Anaheim Boulevard to East Street is currently in preliminary design.  The project requires extensive collaboration with multiple telecommunication companies and the schedule is being coordinated with the...