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News & Departments

The Unsung Star Behind Imitation Crab: Meet the Hake

If you have ever enjoyed a California roll or a crab salad sandwich, there is a good chance you were actually eating hake. This understated fish, often overlooked by recreational

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Newport Harbor Dredging Project Marks Historic Milestone

City, state, and county officials joined community members and harbor stakeholders at Marina Park on November 4, 2025, to celebrate the official launch of the Newport Harbor Dredging Project, which

Fish Rap

Are Southern California Fish Shifting North?

Southern California anglers are noticing something unusual — familiar fish are showing up in unfamiliar places. Warmer sea surface temperatures and changing ocean conditions are allowing many species to extend

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South Coast Fish Report

Provided by Dana Wharf Sportfishing The first part of our week brought some pretty good fishing for both the half-day and three-quarter-day zones. Half-day bass fishing was primarily with slider