At any given time, one might see a coyote or other critters running freely in one of the city's 34 parks. Can you guess where these photos were taken?
Assemblywoman Diane Harkey (R-Dana Point) offers her take on Gov. Brown's press conference on Sunday regarding the $1 billion high-speed rail project.
If you changed your name after a recent marriage or divorce, the IRS reminds you to take the necessary steps to ensure the name on your tax return.
The former South Justice Center located behind City Hall has been sitting empty since 2007. Patch wants to know what the city should do with it instead of letting it sit dormant and gather weeds?
The assemblywoman who represents much of South Orange County agrees the project has become "increasingly risky."
Focus is delivering projects that improve life for Orange County residents.
Can your kids really help during tax time? The Internal Revenue says they can, read on in today's tax tips courtesy of the bureau.
These photos were taken at a very special area in Laguna Niguel, can you guess where? Hint: It's a park, but don't forget we have 30+parks in the city.
Electrical fuse boxes get a facelift near La Paz Road thanks to the utility company that services the area.
Harkey says his speech was "vintage Jerry, filled with "humor and witticisms."
Make sure you are driving 35 m.p.h rather than 40 m.p.h. starting on Feb. 17.
Time to slow down on Greenfield Drive.
The California Energy Commission approved the first-in-the-nation energy efficiency standard that will decrease wasted energy by battery chargers.
The new law requires minors to acquire a prescription to buy any over-the-counter drug containing destromethorphan. Take our poll.
The holiday is observed the third Monday of January each year.
Has our society gotten too "gun happy?"
Crown Valley Auto Spa is among eight car washes that will pay $1 million in restitution to settle a lawsuit brought by the California Attorney General.
Assemblywoman Diane Harkey has introduced AB 1455, which halts state debt funding for the high-speed rail project.
Glaab replaces outgoing Chair Patricia Bates, who continues to serve on the board as the county supervisor representing the Fifth District.
Laguna Niguel Patch kicked off its series, "Today's Tax Tips," on Friday, Jan. 6, to help readers get an early start. Here is the next installment of even more tips from the IRS.
Laguna Niguel Patch will once again provide IRS tips and suggestions through April 17.
Council shares survey results that reveals overall satisfaction, but there is room for better public safety and usage of old courthouse.
Posted speed limits will be decreased from 40 m.p.h. to 35 m.p.h. once the matter is adopted by the City Council later this month.
The council has a busy agenda which includes the possibility of a new speed limit on Greenfield Drive, receipt of the city's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and a presentation of the 2011 Resident Satisfaction Survey.
Among the many laws, it is now illegal to sell or distribute shark fins, a Chinese delicacy, due to the rampant slaughter of sharks.
Sen. Mimi Waters (R-Laguna Niguel) authored and co-authored various laws that went into effect on Jan. 1.
From tragic car crashes to an attempted suicide jumper and the loss of a little girl, it was a busy news year in the city and Patch was there every step of the way.
Erlandson will administer a departmental budget of $931,000 and the city budget of $41 million beginning Jan. 3
A number of tenants in The Grove Shopping Center report a drop in business due to the ongoing problem of construction and crews taking up parking places.
Daniel Morales was convicted Wednesday of attempting to rape a female relative and a girl locally in 2004.
The annual city event brought out crowds, a basketball hero, and an overall festive mood in Laguna Niguel on Saturday. Watch the videos and see more photos.
The IRS offers tips to decrease what you'll owe or increase your refund.
Christopher Fox worked for Green Credit Solutions and is accused along with two other Orange County men of collecting about $3,500 per client.
FDA says the controversial Plan B tablet will not made available to girls under 17 and placed on store shelves. Take our poll and tell us if you agree or disagree.
The City Council held its final meeting of 2011 on Tuesday night and discussed park renovations and synthetic grass replacement for a main soccer field.
City Hall was the place to be Saturday night for the annual tree lighting ceremony. If you missed it, here is a video of all the festivities.
Tuesday night's discussions will include a presentation to examine proposals for improvements to the Crown Valley Community Park.
Here are five easy dteps for complying with sales tax requirements on Internet purchases this holiday season from the California State Board of Equalization.
The annual event takes places this year at he new City Hall at 30111 Crown Valley Pkwy.
Police officers were called to the intersection of Yosemite and Aliso Creek roads at 3:48 p.m. Thursday.