Tag: City of Costa Mesa

Masked Robbers Storm South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa

COSTA MESA, Calif.—Law enforcement is in search of several masked robbers who barged into a South Coast Plaza diner, ordering customers to drop to the ground on Nov. 22. Police were called to the scene at 7:13 p.m. on Monday to the Seasons 52 restaurant located at 3300 Bristol St. Three to five masked men…


Costa Mesa Considers Applications for 70 Cannabis Dispensaries

Costa Mesa could soon have more than 70 cannabis dispensaries, despite only having around 20 pharmacies and drug stores, according to a city document. Costa Mesa currently has no legal cannabis dispensaries, according to the city’s spokesperson, Tony Dodero. The city has not placed a cap on the number of retail cannabis businesses allowed. After…


Orange County Takes a Bite out of its Mosquito Population

Southern California cities are preparing for battle against bloodsucking pests this summer as mosquito season picks up. The City of La Habra—which has historically had high mosquito and West Nile virus activity—is conducting its first of many large-scale mosquito sprays June 30. Mosquitoes are responsible for more human deaths than any other creature in the world, killing…


Costa Mesa Police Department Names First Female Captain

Costa Mesa Police Department (CMPD) named its first female captain during a virtual swearing-in ceremony on Dec. 30 at department headquarters. Joyce LaPointe is the first woman to earn the rank of captain in the CMPD. “It’s my honor and privilege to be able to serve in a city that I’ve lived and worked and…