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Travel tips to dodge holiday headaches
As the holiday season arrives, many Orange County families are preparing to travel and reconnect with loved ones. Nearly seven…
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What to do when the internet fails
When the digital world feels broken and favored services stop working — from Disney+ and HBO Max to business apps…
What to do when scammers pour in after disasters
Celebrity Kim Kardashian recently took to Instagram to caution her followers to stay alert for scams after her name was…
Best of BTB: ‘Just because I was beaten or raped … that’s not all that I am’
To mark our 10th anniversary, we are sharing some of our top stories from our archives. This one was originally…
With anniversary of Silverado Fire, memories are fresh and vigilance remains vital
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives: This story is…
Best of BTB: OCSD deputies recount terror in Las Vegas: ‘I had never felt that close to death before’
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives: This story is…
Fiery candidate and former prosecutor has progressive Los Angeles DA on ropes – with full support of police
Nathan Hochman is enjoying a stroll across Gloria Molina Grand Park on a September morning in the shadow of what…
Best of BTB: The specter of ghost guns in California
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives: This story is…
Best of BTB: ‘Why would anyone want to be a cop today?’
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives: This story is…
Officers pay mental and physical price responding to hundreds of critical incidents over a career
Dr. Heather Williams, founder of Premier First Responder Psychological Services, came of age professionally in an era when increased attention…