More than 23 years ago, body surfers at The Wedge in Newport Beach won a small victory they commemorate every year today. In a 1985 resolution passed by the City Council, all flotation devices ...

A dangerous day at Orange County beaches turned deadly Friday afternoon. Lifeguards have made dozens of rescues in the surf that’s pounding south-facing beaches. The waves have been more than 20 feet ...

The annual Black Ball flag at The Wedge. Another reminder summer’s almost here. It’s also a reminder for wave riders that it’s time to leave the boards in the trunk, on the car hood, or dry in the ...

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