Category: newport beach

Vibrant Figures in Newport Beach History: From ‘Swamp’ to International Resort

With its manicured neighborhoods and glistening coastline, Newport Beach is also home to interesting and accomplished figures both past and present. Thanks to its founders with the vision to see the affluence and productivity the town is known for today, Newport Beach remains a top destination for residents and visitors alike. The town of more…


Kamala Harris Discusses Midterms at Newport DNC Fundraiser

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke of the importance of November’s midterm elections Aug. 27 at a Democratic National Committee fundraiser at an estate in Newport Beach, California. “We’re at a moment in our world and country of so much of what we took for granted is now unsettled,” Harris told the approximately 15 people in attendance. “So…


Thing to Do in Orange County This Weekend

Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo Celebrate the golden age of California history and the great American West at the 20th Anniversary of the Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo. Committed to preserving the cowboy way of life, this event features 30 contestants facing off wild horses, raging bulls, and fierce calves that will keep your heart racing and…


Woman Rescued From Car in Newport Beach Waters After Driving Off Dock

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.—A possibly intoxicated woman had to be rescued from the water in Newport Beach after driving her vehicle off the side of a dock. The crash took place near Via Genoa and Vido Lido Nord around 7:45 p.m. Aug. 19, CBS2 reported. Several bystanders helped rescue the woman from the water, the station…


Balboa Yacht Club Thanks Marines With Afternoon of Sailing

NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.—When 31 Marines arrived by bus last week from Camp Pendleton at the Balboa Yacht Club in Corona del Mar, a quaint seaside community, they were given strict orders for their visit: “Go sailing, eat all you want, have fun!” Since 2013, members of the Balboa Yacht Club have carved out one Thursday…


Sand Replenishment for California Beaches to Start in 2024: Officials

A project to replenish sand along the coastline in Huntington Beach and Newport Beach is expected to start in 2024, local officials announced Aug. 16. The project was made possible after Rep. Michelle Steel (R-Huntington Beach) helped secure $15.5 million from Congress for the project. Steel was joined by local officials and the representatives of…


Urshela, Mahle Power Twins to 4–0 Victory Over Angels

ANAHEIM, Calif.—Gio Urshela had his 11th home run of the season among his three hits, Tyler Mahle pitched three-hit ball over six innings and the Minnesota Twins defeated the Los Angeles Angels 4–0 Friday night. Gilberto Celestino also went deep for the Twins, who had dropped six of their last seven road games. “When you…


DUI Driver Sentenced to 21 Years in Newport Beach Crash That Killed Couple, Injured 3 Children

SANTA ANA, Calif.—A 23-year-old woman was sentenced to 21 years to life in prison on July 29 for an alcohol-fueled crash that killed a Santa Ana couple and left their three young daughters hospitalized. Grace Elizabeth Coleman pleaded guilty June 24 when she accepted a plea deal from Orange County Superior Court Judge Gregg Prickett,…


4 Suspects Arrested Following Robbery at Fashion Island in Newport Beach

WESTMINSTER, Calif.—Four suspects were arrested in Westminster July 20 after leading authorities on a pursuit following a robbery at the Fashion Island shopping mall in Newport Beach.  The robbery was reported just after 4 p.m. at the Neiman Marcus store at the mall after seven men entered it and stole unspecified items, according to reports…


THE WEDGE, July 19; IN PHOTOS

Beachgoers watch body surfers, surfers, and body boarders attempt to ride 8–12 foot waves at big-wave surf spot the Wedge in Newport Beach, Calif., on July 19, 2022. (John Fredricks/The Epoch Times) …