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City HallFollowing Significant Community Opposition, the Dana Point City Council Has Decided to Pursue Revised Renovation Plans for Lantern Bay Park That Aim to Preserve Nearly 70 Mature Pine Trees.
Coast & SurfA New Partnership Between the Dana Point Film Festival and Global Action-Sports Media Brand FUEL TV Will Bring Local Ocean-Inspired Programming to an International Audience.
Local NewsThe National Weather Service Is Surveying Reported Tree Damage in San Clemente as a Strong October Storm Brings Heavy Rain and Other Weather Hazards Across Southern California.
Coast & SurfA Key Public Meeting Is Scheduled to Present Nature-Based Solutions for Surf Beach, Following Recent Erosion, While Local Longboarders Achieved Strong Finishes and Women Celebrated Surfing at Doheny State Beach.
Local NewsThe LOSSAN Rail Corridor, a Vital Link for Commuters, Was Shut Down for Weeks in Early 2025, Highlighting Broader Challenges of Coastal Erosion and Growing Wildfire Threats From a Changing Climate Across the South Orange County Coast.
Rail & RoadsTwo Fires Near Camp Pendleton, Fueled by Santa Ana Winds, Caused Extensive Freeway Closures and Surfliner Suspensions on Friday, Stranding Motorists and Prompting Evacuations.
Local NewsHeavy Rain and Thunderstorms Are Expected Across the Southland Starting Wednesday, Threatening Coastal and Mountain Communities with Flooding and Hazardous Marine Conditions.
Public SafetyCrews in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano Shifted From Fire Cleanup to Safeguarding the 570-Acre Norte Fire Burn Scar From Potential Mudslides, While Coastal Cities Reinforced Defenses Against Incoming Weather and King Tides.
City HallA San Clemente Arts and Culture Committee Member Outlines His Priorities for the City's First Directly Elected Mayoral Role, Focusing on Beach Protection, Downtown Parking, and Cultural Expansion.
Coast & SurfThe San Clemente-Based Environmental Group's 2026 State of the Beach Report Warns Against Temporary Coastal Barriers, Citing Local Railroad Riprap and Finding Most States Unprepared.
Public SafetyA Federal Appeals Court Has Vacated the Murder Convictions of a Fountain Valley Man in the 2019 Killing of a Drug Associate Off Dana Point Harbor, Citing an Error in Juror Replacement During Deliberations.
Coast & SurfThe Surfrider Foundation's New Report Highlights How Temporary Coastal Armoring Nationwide, Including Along the Railroad Corridor Here, Is Becoming Permanent and Eroding Beaches.
Coast & SurfThe Lexus Trestles Pro Will Serve as Stop No. 9 of the Championship Tour, Bringing Elite Surfing to Lower Trestles as the World Title Hunt Intensifies.
Public SafetyA San Juan Capistrano Resident Has Sued San Diego Gas & Electric, Claiming an Equipment Failure Caused the 570-Acre Blaze That Destroyed Homes and Forced Thousands to Evacuate.
Business & DevelopmentThe Monrovia-Based Grocery Chain Expands Its South Orange County Presence with an Updated Facility on Golden Lantern, Part of a Wider Regional Growth Strategy.
CommunityWeekend Races on Saturday, Oct. 24, Will Bring Early Morning Street Closures and Traffic Detours to City Streets, According to the City of San Clemente.
Business & DevelopmentThe San Clemente Downtown Business Association’s "Treat Street" Event Invites Costumed Families to Collect Candy From Shops on Avenida Del Mar and El Camino Real on Saturday, Oct. 24.
Public SafetyA Recent Wildfire Near San Juan Capistrano Adds to Ongoing Challenges From El Niño-Driven Coastal Erosion, Jeopardizing Homes, Beaches, and the Critical Coastal Rail Line.
Public SafetyDavid Anthony Burke, Known as D4vd, Faces Capital Murder and Other Charges Following the Discovery of a 14-Year-Old Girl's Remains in His Car in Hollywood.
Public SafetyThe Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Is Appealing for Public Assistance in Identifying More Individuals Who May Have Encountered Junior Romero Carbajal, 35, Following an Incident on August 1.
Public SafetyThe 570-Acre Blaze, Which Destroyed or Damaged Seven Homes and Prompted Significant Evacuations, Is Still Under Investigation.
Local NewsForecasters Anticipate Cooler Temperatures and Widespread Rainfall by Wednesday, Following a Weekend Brush Fire Near San Clemente and Ongoing Dangerous Conditions at Orange County Beaches.
Local NewsA Rapidly Spreading Brush Fire, Driven by Fierce Santa Ana Winds, Destroyed Structures in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano on Friday, Forcing Widespread Evacuations and Early School Dismissals.
Local NewsGas Prices in Orange and Los Angeles Counties Have Seen Consistent Declines for Over Two Weeks, a Trend Attributed to Governor Gavin Newsom's Decision to Allow the Sale of Cheaper Winter-Blend Gasoline Earlier Than Scheduled.
Public SafetySome Residents Are Returning Home as the Norte Fire, Which Has Burned up to 570 Acres, Sees 5% Containment Overnight.
City HallDecision Diverts $1.38 Million in City Funds, Suspends Sand Compatibility and Opportunistic Use Program for Two Years to Seize a Quick-Turnaround Opportunity.
Public SafetyA Wildfire Burned 570 Acres Across Both Cities, Prompting Thousands of Residents to Evacuate and Impacting Local Schools, with No Containment Reported Saturday.
Local NewsDriven by Santa Ana Winds, a Friday Blaze Destroyed Multimillion-Dollar Homes, Closed a Freeway Off-Ramp, and Led to Early School Dismissals Across Both Cities.
Coast & SurfLaguna Beach Filmmaker Greg Macgillivray Will Join Actors, Screenwriters, and Stunt Doubles for a Panel Discussion Following the Screening at the Annual Coast Film & Music Festival This Saturday.
Public SafetyForecasters Warn of Critical Wildfire Conditions and Rising Temperatures Across the Region, with Specific Advisories Issued for Los Angeles and Ventura Counties.
Local NewsCompass Energy Storage Withdrew Its State Application for a Proposed 13-Acre Facility After Residents Raised Years of Wildfire and Proximity Concerns.
Rail & RoadsA Significant Crack in a Coastal Bluff Supporting Pacific Coast Highway Has Prompted the Precautionary Closure of a Southbound Lane Near Crystal Cove State Park as Officials Assess Erosion Damage.
Public SafetyThe National Weather Service Forecasts Santa Ana Winds and Extreme Heat This Week, Elevating Wildfire Threats Across the Region From Wednesday Through Saturday.
Public SafetyMore Than 465 Teamsters Local 952 Members Walked Off the Job Tuesday, Impacting Operations From Road Maintenance to Waste Disposal After Negotiations with the County Stalled.
Local NewsThe National Weather Service Forecasts Dry Weather and Increased Temperatures by the End of the Week, Following the Departure of Recent Storm Remnants.
Coast & SurfThe National Weather Service Warns of Lingering Minor to Moderate Coastal Flooding and Elevated Surf, with High Tides Expected Monday and Tuesday Mornings.
Coast & SurfA Potentially Powerful El Niño Brings Concerns of High Sea Levels and Erosion, While the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center Opens a New Museum in Laguna Beach and Local Surf Stars Recall Iconic Trestles Moments.
Local NewsResidents Can Explore Local Waters and Learn About Marine Mammals, Including Migrating Whales and Playful Dolphins, on Select Dates From October to December 2026.
CommunityThe Weekly Family-Friendly Event Will Feature a Wide Array of Vehicles at Its Ocean View Garage Location, with Important Reminders for Attendees on Quiet Departures and Parking.
Coast & SurfCoastal Communities, Including San Clemente, Face Increased Risks of Erosion and Flooding as a Series of Warm Water Surges Are Expected to Raise Ocean Levels by up to a Foot Through February.
Coast & SurfCity Officials and Residents Are Grappling with Significantly Diminished Beaches, Acknowledging Past Inaction as a Potential 'Super El Niño' Threatens Further Coastal Erosion, While Newport Beach Expedites Its Sand Efforts.
Coast & SurfHigh Tides Exceeding Seven Feet, Combined with Large Swells and Rain, Are Expected to Bring Damaging Coastal Flooding and Erosion to Local Beaches Through Sunday, with Advisories Extending Into Next Week.
Coast & SurfThe New Online Hub Offers Preparedness Resources as Newport Beach Declares a Local Emergency Due to Inundated Streets and High Surf Warnings Continue for Area Beaches.
Coast & SurfAfter a Prolonged Heat Wave, Cooler Temperatures Are Expected Starting Friday, Followed by Potential Showers, Thunderstorms, and Dangerously High Surf From the Tropical System.
Local NewsAverage Prices at the Pump in Orange County Continue to Fall, Driven by an Early Shift to Winter-Blend Gasoline, Offering Local Commuters and Families Some Relief.
Local NewsThe National Weather Service Forecasts Periodic Downpours and Significant Onshore Wind Gusts From Sunday Through Tuesday as a Low-Pressure System Moves Across Southern California.
City HallSan Clemente Leaders Unanimously Voted to Bring 30,000 Cubic Yards of Sand to North Beach, Allocating City Funds and Suspending a Long-Term Sand Replenishment Program.
Local NewsCoastal Orange County Expects Relief From Persistent Heat, While Forecasters Monitor Potential Showers for Southern California and Coastal Flooding for Los Angeles County.
Local NewsResidents in Orange and Los Angeles Counties Are Seeing a Fifth Consecutive Day of Lower Gas Prices, Driven by Governor Newsom's Decision to Allow Earlier Sales of Cheaper Winter-Blend Gasoline.
Local NewsDangerous Temperatures, up to 105 Degrees, Are Forecast to Persist Across Coastal and Inland Areas, with Limited Overnight Relief Before a Weekend Cooling Trend.
