Tag: Laguna Niguel

Man Arrested in Woman’s 2022 Killing at Laguna Niguel Hotel After Months of Investigation

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif.—A man sought by authorities for months has been arrested in the 2022 killing of a woman at a hotel in Laguna Niguel, authorities said Feb. 18. David Moreno, 38, of San Juan Capistrano was arrested Friday after homicide detectives “conducted an exhaustive and thorough investigation,” the Orange County Sheriff’s Department wrote on…


Laguna Niguelians Enter Christmas Home Decoration Contest

Laguna Niguel is celebrating this Christmas season with a home decorating contest and many participants have adorned their houses, condos, and townhomes in holiday décor. Hosted by the city’s Parks and Recreation Department, judges will determine winners is Dec. 13 and 14 based on originality, color, lighting, display, and curb appeal. A list and map…


Controversial Development Below Former Landslide Site Approved in Laguna Niguel

After hours of discussion, the Laguna Niguel City Council voted 3–2 to approve a development project which will be below a former landslide site during a special meeting Dec. 5, with councilors Rischi Paul Sharma and Fred Minagar opposing. The Cove at El Niguel will consist of 22 townhomes off of Crown Valley Parkway below…


Man Arrested For Alleged Bomb Threat at Laguna Niguel Train Station

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif.—A suspect was arrested Oct. 22 for allegedly threatening to ignite an explosion at the Laguna Niguel/Mission Viejo Metrolink station, authorities said. The suspect was taken into custody at about 1:30 p.m., according to spokeswoman Carrie Braun of the Orange County Sheriff’s Department. While at the station at 28200 Forbes Road, the suspect…


Laguna Niguel: One of Orange County’s Newest Cities

With its lush green landscape and crisp ocean breeze rolling off the smooth hills, Laguna Niguel serves as a photogenic example of idyllic Orange County weather and living. Having only been certified as a city in 1989, Laguna Niguel has held a unique place nestled in the region since its settling hundreds of years prior…


Laguna Niguel’s First Ever ‘Sea Country’ Festival Draws Happy, Large Crowd

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif.—The festival set the stage for popular young talent entertaining large crowds, local political figures, and cuisine for residents and visitors to enjoy this weekend for three days of authentic Orange County festivities. Beginning Friday evening, the city opened with all the traditional carnival fare and rides at Dorine and El Lazo streets,…


Driver in Laguna Niguel Hit-and-Run Arrested

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif.—A 51-year-old man is scheduled to be arraigned Thursday on a hit-and-run collision that has left a woman battling for her life in a hospital, authorities said Wednesday. Philip Dale Roebuck, who was arrested Tuesday in Newport Beach, was being held on $350,000 bail, according to jail records. Roebuck, who is charged with…


Electrical Conductor Damaged Near Coastal Fire: SoCal Edison

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif.—Southern California Edison said June 2 a jumper conductor which connects two power lines in the area of last month’s destructive Coastal fire showed signs of damage, with at least one pole that requires replacement. “Other than our current understanding of such condition pre-existing the fire, it is not known when the damage…


Power Line Conductor Damaged Near Coastal Fire: Edison

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif.—Southern California Edison said June 2 an electrical conductor which connects two power lines in the area of last month’s destructive coastal fire showed signs of damage, with at least one pole that required replacement. “Other than our current understanding of such condition pre-existing the fire, it is not known when the damage…


Lawsuit Accuses SoCal Edison of Sparking Coastal Fire, Now Contained

LAGUNA NIGUEL, Calif.—One week after the Coastal Fire erupted in Laguna Niguel, eventually spreading across 200 acres and destroying 20 homes and damaging 11 others, a group of residents impacted by the blaze are suing Southern California Edison, accusing the utility’s equipment of sparking the blaze. The fire was declared fully contained on Tuesday. No…