Matt Szabo
@mjszabo.bsky.social
Daily Pilot reporter. Cal Poly San Luis Obispo graduate.
The new moon rode high in the crown of the metropolis.
The new moon rode high in the crown of the metropolis.
Battle-tested Corona del Mar girls’ flag football captures first CIF ring
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Battle-tested Corona del Mar girls' flag football captures first CIF ring
Sophomore quarterback Addi Stern ran for three touchdowns and threw for another in Saturday's 26-14 win over Westlake in the CIF Southern Section Division 2 title game.
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November 10, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Battle-tested Corona del Mar girls’ flag football captures first CIF ring
Story by me, photos by @ericlicas.bsky.social
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Story by me, photos by @ericlicas.bsky.social
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The California Fourth District Court of Appeal today reversed an OC Superior Court decision, striking down Huntington Beach’s voter ID charter amendment. The city can seek review in the California Supreme Court.
Story coming.
Story coming.
November 3, 2025 at 11:15 PM
The California Fourth District Court of Appeal today reversed an OC Superior Court decision, striking down Huntington Beach’s voter ID charter amendment. The city can seek review in the California Supreme Court.
Story coming.
Story coming.
The Teo-Shohei interactions have become one of my favorite parts of this #Dodgers team. #WorldSeries
October 28, 2025 at 2:06 AM
The Teo-Shohei interactions have become one of my favorite parts of this #Dodgers team. #WorldSeries
The Huntington Beach City Council unanimously voted in closed session tonight to appeal an OC Superior Court order to remove the “children’s restricted” section at the Central Library and re-establish teen section, City Atty. Mike Vigliotta reports.
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Huntington Beach ordered to return moved library books, re-establish teen section
An Orange County Superior Court judge signed off on the order last week, but Huntington Beach may appeal.
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October 22, 2025 at 1:09 AM
The Huntington Beach City Council unanimously voted in closed session tonight to appeal an OC Superior Court order to remove the “children’s restricted” section at the Central Library and re-establish teen section, City Atty. Mike Vigliotta reports.
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Los Angeles vs. Toronto.... where have I seen this before?
October 21, 2025 at 3:20 AM
Los Angeles vs. Toronto.... where have I seen this before?
Five hospitalized after helicopter crashes next to Huntington Beach hotel
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Five hospitalized after helicopter crashes next to Huntington Beach hotel
Two people were pulled from the helicopter, and three people were injured on the street, police said. PCH was closed between Beach Boulevard and Huntington Street.
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October 11, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Five hospitalized after helicopter crashes next to Huntington Beach hotel
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The Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach this weekend will not include U.S. military planes due to the government shutdown, air show director Kevin Elliott just announced in an email.
This year's performers include the Canadian Forces Snowbirds and Royal Air Force Falcons (UK).
This year's performers include the Canadian Forces Snowbirds and Royal Air Force Falcons (UK).
October 1, 2025 at 11:02 PM
The Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach this weekend will not include U.S. military planes due to the government shutdown, air show director Kevin Elliott just announced in an email.
This year's performers include the Canadian Forces Snowbirds and Royal Air Force Falcons (UK).
This year's performers include the Canadian Forces Snowbirds and Royal Air Force Falcons (UK).
October 1, 2025 at 2:52 AM
The Huntington Beach City Council unanimously votes 6-0-1 (Van Der Mark absent) to form an ad hoc committee to explore the creation of a mural, statue or plaque commemorating Charlie Kirk in the city.
September 23, 2025 at 11:51 PM
The Huntington Beach City Council unanimously votes 6-0-1 (Van Der Mark absent) to form an ad hoc committee to explore the creation of a mural, statue or plaque commemorating Charlie Kirk in the city.
The Huntington Beach City Council has called a special meeting tomorrow (Tuesday) at 4 p.m., to discuss the possibility of creating a mural in town for the late Charlie Kirk.
September 22, 2025 at 10:53 PM
The Huntington Beach City Council has called a special meeting tomorrow (Tuesday) at 4 p.m., to discuss the possibility of creating a mural in town for the late Charlie Kirk.
'I am Kolby': Aipa inducted into Surfers' Hall of Fame in Huntington Beach
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'I am Kolby': Aipa inducted into Surfers' Hall of Fame in Huntington Beach
Kolby Aipa, who died at the age of 20 in August following an e-bike accident, is the grandson of renowned Hawaiian shaper Ben Aipa. A paddle-out ceremony is planned for Saturday morning.
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September 19, 2025 at 11:38 PM
'I am Kolby': Aipa inducted into Surfers' Hall of Fame in Huntington Beach
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Huntington Beach City Councilwoman Gracey Van Der Mark says “shame on you” to those who she said lied about Butch Twining’s involvement with last Wednesday’s gathering at Pier Plaza.
“If anything happens to any of us up on this dais, our blood is on your hands.”
“If anything happens to any of us up on this dais, our blood is on your hands.”
September 17, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Huntington Beach City Councilwoman Gracey Van Der Mark says “shame on you” to those who she said lied about Butch Twining’s involvement with last Wednesday’s gathering at Pier Plaza.
“If anything happens to any of us up on this dais, our blood is on your hands.”
“If anything happens to any of us up on this dais, our blood is on your hands.”
Huntington Beach City Councilman Butch Twining says he left last Wednesday’s gathering for Charlie Kirk when White supremacists “hijacked” it (his word). Started chanting “White Man Fight Back.”
“I reject the presence of hate groups loudly and unequivocally.” - Twining.
“I reject the presence of hate groups loudly and unequivocally.” - Twining.
September 17, 2025 at 1:10 AM
Huntington Beach City Councilman Butch Twining says he left last Wednesday’s gathering for Charlie Kirk when White supremacists “hijacked” it (his word). Started chanting “White Man Fight Back.”
“I reject the presence of hate groups loudly and unequivocally.” - Twining.
“I reject the presence of hate groups loudly and unequivocally.” - Twining.
I’m looking to talk to people who were either at the Charlie Kirk vigil in Huntington Beach on Sunday night. Or, if you have thoughts about that or an earlier gathering at the pier that apparently drew White supremacists. This is for a Daily Pilot story. Feel free to comment or reach out. Thanks!
September 16, 2025 at 7:56 PM
I’m looking to talk to people who were either at the Charlie Kirk vigil in Huntington Beach on Sunday night. Or, if you have thoughts about that or an earlier gathering at the pier that apparently drew White supremacists. This is for a Daily Pilot story. Feel free to comment or reach out. Thanks!
Taryn Palumbo has announced that she is running for Huntington Beach City Council in 2026.
Palumbo is currently the executive director of nonprofit OC Grantmakers and was formerly on the HB Community and Library Services Commission.
Four spots will be up for grabs in 2026.
Palumbo is currently the executive director of nonprofit OC Grantmakers and was formerly on the HB Community and Library Services Commission.
Four spots will be up for grabs in 2026.
September 15, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Taryn Palumbo has announced that she is running for Huntington Beach City Council in 2026.
Palumbo is currently the executive director of nonprofit OC Grantmakers and was formerly on the HB Community and Library Services Commission.
Four spots will be up for grabs in 2026.
Palumbo is currently the executive director of nonprofit OC Grantmakers and was formerly on the HB Community and Library Services Commission.
Four spots will be up for grabs in 2026.
Huntington Beach and Mayor Pat Burns have issued a statement condemning the death of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk yesterday.
See attached.
See attached.
September 11, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Huntington Beach and Mayor Pat Burns have issued a statement condemning the death of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk yesterday.
See attached.
See attached.
Huntington Beach must follow state’s Freedom to Read Act, O.C. judge rules
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Huntington Beach must follow state's Freedom to Read Act, O.C. judge rules
Orange County Superior Court Judge Lindsay Martinez ruled Friday morning that Huntington Beach cannot prohibit minors from accessing books at the city's public library.
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September 6, 2025 at 12:06 AM
Huntington Beach must follow state’s Freedom to Read Act, O.C. judge rules
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A win for the ACLU et. al today in OC Superior Court, in its lawsuit against the city of Huntington Beach regarding library censorship.
More to come…
More to come…
September 5, 2025 at 4:59 PM
A win for the ACLU et. al today in OC Superior Court, in its lawsuit against the city of Huntington Beach regarding library censorship.
More to come…
More to come…
Huntington Beach locks in Pacific Airshow for 10 years with options for 25
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Huntington Beach locks in Pacific Airshow for 10 years with options for 25
The City Council approved the agreement, which doesn't require the air show operator to pay permitting costs and other fees, by a 6-1 vote on Tuesday night.
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September 4, 2025 at 12:50 AM
Huntington Beach locks in Pacific Airshow for 10 years with options for 25
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The Huntington Beach City Council votes 5-2 to grant a pair of Conditional Use Permits that would allow the sale of alcohol at the Huntington Beach Sports Complex.
Chad Williams and Andrew Gruel voted no.
Dozens of residents also commented that they thought it was a bad idea.
Chad Williams and Andrew Gruel voted no.
Dozens of residents also commented that they thought it was a bad idea.
September 3, 2025 at 7:17 AM
The Huntington Beach City Council votes 5-2 to grant a pair of Conditional Use Permits that would allow the sale of alcohol at the Huntington Beach Sports Complex.
Chad Williams and Andrew Gruel voted no.
Dozens of residents also commented that they thought it was a bad idea.
Chad Williams and Andrew Gruel voted no.
Dozens of residents also commented that they thought it was a bad idea.
The Huntington Beach City Council votes 6-1 to enter into a contract of up to 25 years with the Pacific Airshow, and to certify an Environmental Impact Report related to the show.
Councilman Chad Williams, citing lack of reliable financial data, votes no.
Councilman Chad Williams, citing lack of reliable financial data, votes no.
September 3, 2025 at 4:49 AM
The Huntington Beach City Council votes 6-1 to enter into a contract of up to 25 years with the Pacific Airshow, and to certify an Environmental Impact Report related to the show.
Councilman Chad Williams, citing lack of reliable financial data, votes no.
Councilman Chad Williams, citing lack of reliable financial data, votes no.
City of Hope Orange County today unveiled the Wetterau Family Spiritual Care Center at its soon-to-open cancer hospital in Irvine.
The center uses immersive technology to transform into 7 sacred spaces, both religious and nature based, including the pictured Huntington Beach Pier.
The center uses immersive technology to transform into 7 sacred spaces, both religious and nature based, including the pictured Huntington Beach Pier.
August 21, 2025 at 4:45 AM
City of Hope Orange County today unveiled the Wetterau Family Spiritual Care Center at its soon-to-open cancer hospital in Irvine.
The center uses immersive technology to transform into 7 sacred spaces, both religious and nature based, including the pictured Huntington Beach Pier.
The center uses immersive technology to transform into 7 sacred spaces, both religious and nature based, including the pictured Huntington Beach Pier.
Jason Schmitt, second from left, has been sworn in as the new Huntington Beach City Treasurer tonight.
Schmitt has a law degree from Harvard and is a former Fortune 500 executive and CEO.
He quoted former President Ronald Reagan during a short speech tonight.
Schmitt has a law degree from Harvard and is a former Fortune 500 executive and CEO.
He quoted former President Ronald Reagan during a short speech tonight.
August 20, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Jason Schmitt, second from left, has been sworn in as the new Huntington Beach City Treasurer tonight.
Schmitt has a law degree from Harvard and is a former Fortune 500 executive and CEO.
He quoted former President Ronald Reagan during a short speech tonight.
Schmitt has a law degree from Harvard and is a former Fortune 500 executive and CEO.
He quoted former President Ronald Reagan during a short speech tonight.
Huntington Beach Police Department readies Drone as First Responder program
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Huntington Beach Police Department readies Drone as First Responder program
The drones, which will launch from remote docks in three locations citywide, can arrive at the scene in less than two minutes.
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August 13, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Huntington Beach Police Department readies Drone as First Responder program
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