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California Sharks: Silent, Steady, and Essential to the Golden State’s Ecosystem

This summer marks the 50th anniversary of the film “Jaws,” released June 20, 1975. After five decades, people remain as captivated, and terrified, by sharks as ever. Vilified by Hollywood

William Rowland July 31, 2025

State/National/World

Orca: The (Brief) Tale of a Famous Lobster Boat

NEW ENGLAND—Spoiler alert: the 25-foot behemoth of a shark in “Jaws” dies at the end of the film – but not before it destroyed Orca, the small fishing boat attempting

Lindsey Glasgow March 17, 2020

Jaws

California Sharks: Silent, Steady, and Essential to the Golden State’s Ecosystem

Orca: The (Brief) Tale of a Famous Lobster Boat

News Briefs

Del Rey Yacht Club to Host Open House Weekend in April

Port of San Diego Advances Habitat-Friendly Shoreline Projects to Strengthen Coastal Resilience and Marine Life

Los Angeles Maritime Institute Uses Tall Ships to Build Skills, Confidence, and Opportunity for Youth

Fun Facts: Why Sculpins Look Mean, Swim Poorly, and Taste Amazing

Sea Tow Foundation Accepting Applications for Boating Safety Advisory Council

If Newport Beach was a Person

What To Do On and Around the Water in Newport Beach

Newport Beach International Boat Show Returns to the Slips

All You Need to Know About Newport Harbor

How Newport Beach’s Sportfishing Fleets Shaped a Coastal Legacy

Catalina Island Conservancy to Celebrate 30th Annual Conservancy Ball

Après-Sea in Newport: Where the Day on the Water Doesn’t End at the Dock

Channel Islands Harbor to Host 16th Annual Safe Boating Expo with Live Rescue Demonstrations

Navigating Boat Shows with a Broker: An Insider’s Guide to Smarter Boat Buying

Ocean Salmon Season Set to Open April 11 South of Pigeon Point as Final Regulations Pending