Wabbit Season? Seniors Ask to Shoot Rabbits

The city's largest retirement communities want city approval to continue shooting rabbits.

Woman Sues City After Sidewalk Slip at Crucero Park

Resident Teri Rubin is suing Mission Viejo, saying she slipped on a city sidewalk.

New Mission Viejo Library Card is a Winner

Catch a glimpse of the new children's library card, as designed by Mia Ross of Ladera Ranch.

Free Jazzercise, Zumba and Yoga Friday

Check here to learn more about free exercise classes.

320 New Apartments for Northeast Mission Viejo

The city agreed to a compromise on affordable housing that will bring more apartments to Los Alisos Boulevard.

Affordable Housing Back on the Table

After an apartment complex was rejected for lacking affordable housing, the developer has come back to the city with a compromise.

MIssion Viejo Dog Park Land Swap Vote Tonight

Whether or not Mission Viejo will have a long-discussed dog park could come down to Monday night's city council vote.

Court Denies Orly Taitz Election Fraud Claim

The Mission Viejo dentist's Republican rival for secretary of state did not commit fraud because he once registered as a Democrat, according to the court.

Canned Food Requested for Families in Need

You can drop off food donations at the library or the community center.

As 2012 Deadline Looms, Here's How to File a Tax Extension

File your 2011 Federal Income Tax Return by April 17.

SMWD's Long-Serving Water Chief to Retire

After 35 years in municipal water, Santa Margarita Water District General Manager John Schatz is calling it quits.

Small, Determined Tea Party Crowd at Mission Viejo Tax Day Protest 2012

Conservatives rallied for lower taxes and smaller government Monday night. But there were fewer protesters than in the past.

Poll: Tea Party Tax Revolt--Will You Be Protesting?

The local tea party will hold its annual Tax Day protest Monday near City Hall.

Vote Now: Worst Intersection in Mission Viejo

"Intersection from hell." Probably more than one deserves the designation, but which one is the very worst?

How To Cheat On Your Taxes – And Get Caught

Do you have a cheatin' heart?

Bunny Days Gets Mission Viejo Crowd Hopping

Warm weather, fair goods and games start off Easter weekend for masses.

Council May Eliminate 48 Planned Affordable Housing Units Monday

Will the affordable housing requirement be dropped for a new apartment complex?

UFC Contender, Olympic Gold Medalist To Speak at Chamber Breakfast

At Chamber of Commerce Inaugural event, other scheduled speakers include the mayor, Orange County Supervisor Pat Bates and President of Saddleback College Todd Burnett.

City Wants Volunteers for 6th Art Festival

Mission Viejo looking for artists, vendors and volunteers for the Arts ALIVE Festival May 5 and May 6.

Dog Park Supporters "Blindsided" by Stalled Land Swap Deal

With no majority to support a needed land swap, the future is uncertain for a public dog park in Mission Viejo.

Commission Votes to Ax Affordable Housing

The planning commission voted to remove a builder's requirement to put up 48 housing units designated for affordable housing.

Brrrr! Lifeguard Wannabes Feel the Chill

Fifty-three applicants completed the 1000 meter swim and 1000 meter run, swim, run in Newport Beach.

Poll: Would You Use a Dog Park?

The City Council will be asked to approve a land swap Monday night to bring in a six-acre dog park.

Sunshine Week: Your Right to Know

Mission Viejo Patch will participate in the national event. Learn how you can be a part of it, too.

Video: 5 Ways Mission Viejo Remains California's Safest City

How does Mission Viejo remain so safe? Councilman Dave Leckness lists the ways in a new video put out by the city.

Police Chief to Leave Mission Viejo

Lt. Mike Gavin has been Mission Viejo's police chief for three years. Now he's leaving for a new career in criminal investigation.

City Refuses Claim for Fence-Smashing Tree

A homeowner asked for $20,000 after a city tree fell on his fence. The City Council voted to refuse his claim Monday.

City Postpones Fire Map Vote, Again

For the second time, the Mission Viejo City Council voted Monday night to wait before adopting state-mandated fire maps.

Council to Vote on Controversial Fire Maps Tonight

Upset residents say new state fire maps will reduce the value of Mission Viejo homes.

Extreme Cold Forces Morning I-5 Closures

Last night's cold weather led to delays affecting thousands of drivers on the I-5 freeway Wednesday morning.

Fire Marshall: New Fire Maps Won't Raise Insurance

Residents gathered Tuesday night to learn about new fire hazard maps drafted by state firefighters.

Poll: What Street Needs Better Traffic Light Timing?

By synchronizing traffic signals, a county proposal could cut down traffic and wait times on Crown Valley Parkway.

Pro Toll Road Group Pitched New State Tax Plan

241 toll road advocates considered a law to funnel state dollars to local governments Friday.

Photos: Abe Lincoln Spotted with Mayor

More than 110 Republicans heard Mayor Frank Ury speak on President Lincoln's birthday.

City Says No to High Speed Train

Keep spending on high speed rail? Not a good idea, says Mission Viejo's city council.

Split Council OKs $166K Assistant City Manager Contract

Officials also vote to support an assembly bill that would cut much of the funding for the state's proposed high speed rail system.

Council Preview: Bikes, Trains and the CUSD

Officials will decide whether to replace three police motorcycles for $72,000. Also on the agenda, the state's proposed high-speed rail system and the CUSD's new district trustee areas.

Taco Tuesday? Mayor Demands Toll Road Tuesday

Mission Viejo Patch hosted a breakfast with the Mission Viejo Mayor Frank Ury at Paul's Pantry.

City Expenses: What Your Tax Dollars are Buying

See where your local tax money went in January.

Double Murder Charges Dropped, Son Freed in Killings of Family

"I hope he's not too mad," prosecutor says of Eder Giovanni Herrera, who has been jailed since October. Officials now believe alleged homeless killer Itzcoatl "Izzy" Ocampo is responsible for the October stabbing deaths in Yorba Linda.