Laguna Beach Local News

After a five-year hiatus, the Drepung Gomang monks of India returned to Laguna Beach on April 14 to 21 for their Sacred Tibetan Arts Tour. During their stay, the seven monks constructed a sand mandala at the Sawdust Festival’s Healy House. The mandala is an intricate design made from fine,...

With the goal of “uniting the Laguna beach community and inspire hope, optimism and action toward a flourishing future,” Laguna Beach’s first ever Tedx Talk took place at the Rivian South Coast Theater on April 21 to a sold out crowd. Organized by Project O Founder Rich German, the night...

Local environmentalists gathered for Earth Day celebrations and networking on Monday, April 22 at the Rivian South Coast Theatre. The public heard presentations from Citizens’ Climate Lobby, Orange County Coastkeeper, Laguna Bluebelt Coalition, Laguna Ocean Foundation, Laguna Beach City officials, Laguna Beach High School FLOW (Fire, Land, Ocean, Water) teachers and...

The Boys & Girls Club of Laguna Beach has been awarded the amount of $2,037.25 from Boys & Girls Clubs of America and Ross Stores, Inc. through the 2024 in-store fundraiser. The theme of the fundraiser, "Help Local Kids Thrive," resonates deeply with the mission of the Boys & Girls...

Animal Services to Host Workshop on Coyotes and Living with Wildlife Laguna Beach Animal Services will conduct a community meeting at Alta Laguna City Park on Sunday, April 28 at 12 p.m. to discuss coyotes and living with wildlife. Animal Services Officer John Thompson will be providing helpful information to...

Thursday, April 18 DUI, driving on a suspended license. Kevin Johan Velazquez, 21, of Anaheim, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence with a suspended license. He was held without bail. Bench warrant. Jordan Clawson Latham, 46, of Anaheim was arrested on suspicion of an outstanding felony bench warrant. He was held without...

I want to thank the Chamber of Commerce for sponsoring the 2024 State of the City address. The event was well-planned, executed and held in a beautiful setting. My most meaningful takeaway was the convocation by our local Bishop Samuelian of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The Bishop talked about arriving in...

Isn't Laguna Beach such a wonderful town! Such special events and places include the Patriots Day Parade, Hortense Miller Garden, and the Village Laguna Charm House Tour, among others. If you want to really enjoy a day savoring some of the wonderful homes in Laguna Beach, the Village Laguna Charm House tour is coming up. It...

Crime statistics: As any good detective (or readers/writers of who-done-it literature) can tell you, there are no coincidences. So, "coincidentally" with the publication of Michele Monda's latest column, voila! The annual report/update Ms. Monda petitioned the city council for was released and published. First, Chief Calvert and his staff should be congratulated for the apparent good news regarding key crime rate...