Man Charged With Kidnapping, Killing Well-Loved South OC Woman

The 26-year-old man was charged Friday with kidnapping and killing a San Clemente woman with a fire extinguisher, court records show.

Man Arrested For Murder In Death Of 27-Year-Old In Laguna Beach

A 26-year-old man suspected of killing a popular San Clemente woman in Laguna Beach was arrested Wednesday.

Death Of 27-Year-Old Laguna Beach Woman Leaves Community In Shock

Tatum Goodwin worked as a waitress at a local restaurant and was found dead in an alley behind an old movie theater Sunday.

Woman's Body Found In Laguna Beach, Police Investigate Homicide

The body of a woman in her 20s was found Sunday at a secluded location in Laguna Beach by a construction worker.

Man Sentenced For Stealing Mail, Catalytic Converters In Laguna

One of four people charged with stealing mail and catalytic converters pleaded guilty Thursday, Laguna Beach Police said.

Rug Merchant Convicted Of Raping 2 Women At Laguna Beach Shop

A Laguna Beach rug merchant was convicted Monday of sexually assaulting two women in his store more than a decade ago.

Laguna Beach Police Chase Lasts For Hours

The suspect had a warrant for his arrest, which originated in Indiana for allegedly contributing to the delinquency of a minor.

Suspects ID'd In Burglary, Grand Theft Incident In Laguna Beach

Three men and a woman were charged after they were arrested with stolen mail and catalytic converters in Laguna Beach, police say.

5 Arrested For Vehicle Burglary, Catalytic Converter Theft In Laguna

Five San Bernardino residents were arrested in Laguna Beach after the robbery was reported in the 100 block of Mountain Street.

Laguna Beach Rug Merchant Charged With Sex Crimes Starts Trial

The former merchant was accused of sexually assaulting four women he was doing business with in his store.

Coast Highway Closes In Both Directions In Laguna Beach: Advisory

The traffic crash prompted authorities to close a stretch of the highway traveling through Laguna Beach Friday morning.

1 Dead After Bicyclist, Dog Struck By Car In Laguna Beach

The crash was reported on Saturday at 6:53 p.m. in the area of Oak Street and Glenneyre Street, authorities said.

Man Sets Fire To Shed In Laguna Beach, Police Say

A 52-year-old man was arrested in Laguna Beach after setting fire to South Coast Water District Shed Friday afternoon, police say.

Police Swarm Laguna Beach Park, Public Advised To Steer Clear

Authorities told residents to steer clear of a Laguna Beach park after a police presence was reported Friday.

Retired CSULA Professor, 71, Reported Missing: Have You Seen Ala?

Laguna Beach police officers sought the public's help in finding a man who possibly has dementia after he was reported missing in August.

Car Fire Stalls Traffic In Downtown Laguna: Advisory

The car fire was reported just after 8 a.m. in downtown Laguna Beach.

Suspect Search Prompts Warning For Laguna Beach Neighborhood

The Laguna Beach Police Department asked people to shelter in place near Skyline Drive while they searched for a break-in suspect.

Laguna Beach's Rainfall Totals From Tropical Storm Hilary

Orange County Public Works crews inspected roadways hammered by the rains after Tropical Storm Hilary blasted through the region.

Flooding Possible In Laguna Beach This Weekend: Where To Get Sandbags

The flood watch comes as Hurricane Hilary is expected to bring a surge in rainfall across Southern California.

Laguna Beach Police Join Taskforce Fighting Child Sex Crimes

The LBPD has joined forces with departments across the region as a part of the Internet Crimes Against Children task force.

Driver Dies In Laguna Beach After Suffering Medical Emergency At Wheel

The non-injury crash was reported on the California State route 133 traveling through Laguna Beach at 12:48 p.m., authorities said.

Taskforce Targeting Speed, Loud Exhaust Hits OC Coastal Communities

Police departments across Orange County Saturday took part in a multi-agency task force meant to target speeders and loud exhaust on cars.

See Smoke In Laguna Beach? Crews Battle 4-Acre Brush Fire

Orange County firefighters reported that the vegetation fire that ignited in Laguna Niguel Tuesday was 80 percent contained by 8:27 p.m.

Sewage Spill Prompts Road Closure In Downtown Laguna Saturday

Laguna Beach residents were warned to keep away from the affected area Saturday morning.

South OC Man Pleads Guilty To Flying Drones Near Aircraft

The 62-year-old Laguna Beach man pleaded guilty Thursday, July 13, court records show.

Stolen Vehicle Suspect Arrested After Chase In Laguna

The man apparently led multiple police agencies on an on-foot pursuit through the Laguna Beach County Water District Wednesday.

Laguna Beach Handyman Who Shot His Neighbor Acquitted

Jose Luisvallad Trujillo's clients in Laguna Beach paid for his defense in the attempted murder trial.

Laguna Beach Lifeguards Have Safety In Mind As Beach Crowd Grows

Amid the coming inland heatwave, Laguna Beach lifeguards know more people will flock to the coast. They're ready.

City Seeks Resident Input On Local Hazard Mitigation Plan

Laguna Beach residents were asked to attend an in-person forum to discuss the plan updates on Wednesday.

New Enforcement Effort Tackles Speed, Loud Exhaust Across OC

The Laguna Beach Police Department will lead a multi-agency enforcement effort to address speed and loud exhaust across the county.

Catalytic Converter Etching Event In Laguna Beach: How To Sign Up

Laguna Beach residents can protect themselves against catalytic converter thefts at the free event.

City Addresses 'Misleading' Fentanyl-Related Rumors Tuesday

City officials addressed a recent post on Nextdoor that claimed"six fentanyl-related deaths"occurred in Laguna Beach over the past week.

Road Closures In Laguna Beach Wednesday Night: What To Know

The closures will be in place Wednesday night near El Toro Road while Caltrans does road work in the area.

After Security Guard Fights, Laguna Beach Hotels Reopen

The reopening comes after clashes between two teams of security guards prompted Laguna Beach officials to close two hotels in the city.

20-Person Brawl Shuts Down Hotel Laguna, 14 West Wednesday

Both hotels were closed in "order to protect public safety," Laguna Beach City officials said.

2 Shot, 1 Arrested After Shots Fired Near South OC Community Center

The suspect was arrested Sunday after two people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds Saturday night, authorities say.

2 Shot At Community Center In Laguna Hills: Police

Deputies responded to a report of gunshots and found two people who had been struck and wounded, police said.

Helicopter Activity Reported Near Thousand Steps Beach Friday Night

The activity was reported at 7:38 p.m. Friday night, the Laguna Beach Police Department reported.

$10K Reward Offered For Information On Vandalism Targeting City Staff

Authorities are still looking for those involved in the act of vandalism against Laguna Beach City Manager Shohreh Dupuis in February.

Laguna Beach Attempted Murder Suspect Arrested

The suspect, 31-year-old Charles Kelley, was arrested early Friday morning after he was hospitalized for an unrelated injury.