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A new tattoo parlor is set to open at 2940 South Coast Highway after a majority of the Laguna Beach City Council denied an appeal filed by Councilwoman Toni Iseman, who is concerned the new business is under-parked and that Laguna is already saturated with four existing tattoo shops.

Three rehabilitated sea lions—Jones, Rollo and Nightfall—were released back to their ocean home on Sunday, March 17, at Aliso Beach by staff from the Pacific Marine Mammal Center. The sea lions were rescued by the center the second week of January.

“Communication, trust, respect, collaboration, and teamwork strengthen the relationship among board members and between the board and superintendent, and contribute to the effectiveness of the governance team.”

A city-commissioned survey of Laguna Beach artists found there is demand for up to 58 units of affordable artist housing—an outcome that city officials hope will nudge property owners in Laguna Canyon and downtown to pitch new developments where artists can live and work.

    The public is invited to join Village Laguna and City Manager John Pietig, Mayor Bob Whalen, and Emergency Operations Coordinator Jordan Villwock at 7 p.m. on Monday, March 25, at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 429 Cypress Drive. They will discuss how residents...

Federal authorities revealed a wide-reaching college admissions scam this week that included millions paid in bribes, as well as falsified exam scores, achievements, and athletic accomplishments. Authorities charged 50 people Tuesday—including a Laguna Beach CEO—in connection...

School Resource Officer Cpl. Cornelius Ashton admitted to being nervous on his first day at Laguna Beach High School.

Keith Matassa and the veterinary staff at the Pacific Marine Mammal Center have been working nearly around the clock for the last couple of weeks to rescue and care for sick dolphins, elephant seals and sea lions stranded on Orange County beaches and jetties.

The Hills are Alive On March 8, Laguna photographer Mitch Ridder ventured high above downtown on a vertical hike to capture this idyllic image.

In a bustling London train station, free-spirited American Georgie unexpectedly plants a kiss on the neck of mid-70s British butcher Alex. When she turns up in his shop a few days later, she sends the suspicious man’s life reeling. As Alex is drawn into Georgie’s anarchic world,...

The city of Laguna Beach held its second annual Arbor Day celebration at Main Beach Park on Friday, March 8. The event included a tree planting ceremony, during which city officials, local activists and students planted a New Zealand Christmas Tree in the park. The city was...

Laguna Beach took a step forward Tuesday in reforming its controversial historic preservation ordinance, including the abandonment of Laguna Beach’s unique rating system and instead using statewide standards. 

Laguna Beach presented its game plan Tuesday for how it will improve customer service at its Community Development service counter, including hiring a new customer service supervisor and closing at 4 p.m. two days a week on a temporary basis to allow staff members to train and...

The community is invited to LOCA’s Birthday Bash, its biggest fundraiser to date. Enjoy food and wine, live music by South Laguna Garden Band, games for grown-ups and auction items from 4-7 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, in Bridge Hall at Neighborhood Church, 340 St. Ann’s...

Laguna Beach sports artist Dave Hobrecht has teamed up with former Los Angeles Dodgers General Manager Ned Colletti to start a new company called The All-Time. Colletti is selecting a roster of the all-time greatest Dodger players, coaches, and broadcasters, while Hobrecht is...