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Parker Crowley
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Raised in Irvine, California, Parker Crowley is the Huntington Beach reporter for Times Media Service. Crowley covers local news in Huntington Beach, including city politics and government, schools, public safety, development and community life. Crowley holds a master's degree in journalism.
Stories by Parker Crowley
23 stories
September 2026
1 story: 1 explainer
Fri

Explainer · Election · California
From Chino Valley School Board to Statewide Ballot: Sonja Shaw’s 2026 Bid
Chino Valley board president Sonja Shaw led California's June primary and will face Richard Barrera in the November superintendent race.
August 2026
1 story: 1 explainer
Mon
Explainer · Environment · California
Big Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after weeks of intensive veterinary care
July 2026
8 stories: 4 explainers, 4 news stories
Sat
Explainer · Environment · California
$10 million fundraising effort aims to save Moon Camp land near Big Bear’s famed eagle nest
Wed
Explainer · Travel · United States
What Terrible’s reopening of Primm Valley Casino means for the Nevada border stop
Terrible's reopened Primm Valley Casino on July 22, offering 422 gaming machines, 250 hotel rooms, and no resort fees at the Nevada border.

Tue
Explainer · Education · United States
Education Department finalizes new earnings test for colleges, with federal aid at risk for low-paying programs
Sun
Explainer · Education · California
Why UC is again debating SAT and ACT scores in admissions
Mon
News: Crime and Justice · California
Newport Beach police arrest 402 during Fourth of July celebrations on Balboa Peninsula
Sat
News: Crime and Justice · California
Paul Pelosi hit-and-run case referred to Napa County prosecutors after Yountville crash, sheriff says
Fri
News: Politics · California
California food date labels standardized as new law takes effect July 1
Wed
News: Politics · California
California law blocking sales of easily converted pistols takes effect as DOJ sues to block it
California licensed firearms dealers can no longer sell certain semiautomatic pistols under AB 1127, as the federal government sues to block it.

June 2026
13 stories: 2 investigations, 1 explainer, 10 news stories
Sun
News: Arts and Entertainment · California
Disneyland says 13-year-old exited Tiana’s Bayou Adventure before final drop, prompting brief closure
Sun
News: Crime and Justice · United States
Duck boat overturns in Cambridge, injuring at least six near Charles River tourist area
Sun
News: Crime and Justice · United States
Michigan parents charged in death of 7-year-old son, court records show
Sat
News: Travel · United States
Viral grizzly bear video underscores safety advice for hikers in bear country
Sat
News: Election · United States
Carville calls for Democratic ‘schism’ after New York primary wins by Mamdani-backed candidates
Fri
News: Arts and Entertainment · California
Laguna Beach fireworks filing says annual July 4 show will use about 300 pounds of explosive
A regional water board filing shows Laguna Beach's July 4 fireworks display will use 300 pounds of explosives at Heisler Park.

Thu
News: Business and Finance · United States
Florida tattoo shop bars military and veterans, drawing backlash over anti-law-enforcement post
Thu
Explainer · Travel · United States
How a teen’s school project became the 50-star U.S. flag — and traveled to state capitols across the country
Thu
News: Crime and Justice · United States
Union Wendy’s workers charged after police say food was taken from trash and spat on
Mon
News: Election · United States
Maryland removes Ian Andre Roberts from voter rolls after prolonged scrutiny
Fri
News: Crime and Justice · United States
Six arrested after brawl at South Carolina river sandbar, sheriff says
Sun
Investigation · Travel · United States
Washington travelers face Holland America’s automatic crew charges of up to $20 a day
Washington travelers booking Holland America Line cruises face automatic daily crew charges of up to $20 per person starting June 2024.

Sun
Investigation · Business and Finance · United States
Public summaries peg BlackRock’s SOXX up 89% in 2026 as AI chip boom lifts sector