Laguna Beach|News|
July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Laguna Beach
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Laguna Beach.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
- Laguna Beach, CA
Howdy and welcome! I am your friendly and capable Patch Orange County editor covering the following sites: Laguna Beach, Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Lake Forest, Los Alamitos-Seal Beach and Laguna Niguel-Dana Point.
Since graduating from Cal State Long Beach in 2018, I've worked for a number of Orange County-centric publications — including The Daily Pilot and Voice of OC, where I culminated my talent and love for finding and relaying hyperlocal news to my surrounding communities. Aside from that, I love karaoke, ad-libbing and compulsive spending. I have several other hobbies that you may or may not care to know about, and a birthday that falls on July 10.
My highest priority is delivering news and knowledge that my Orange County communities should know, and if you ever have any suggestions or tips, please feel free to email them to me at: miranda.ceja@patch.com.
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Orange County, CA|News|
Man, 66, Struck And Killed By Hit-And-Run Driver; Suspect Sought
The Orange County Sheriff's Department asked for the public's help Wednesday in finding the suspected hit-and-run driver.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
DUI Crash Kills Motorcyclist; Mission Viejo Woman Arrested
The crash killed a 32-year-old Mission Viejo man on Tuesday, according to the Orange County Sheriff's Department.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
New Italian Cuisine Spot Sees Warm Welcome In Laguna Beach
Piatti Laguna Beach is open for business on Ocean Avenue, and here's what to know about the neighborhood trattoria.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Newport Beach-Corona Del Mar, CA|News|
Corona Del Mar Smoke Shop Sold Illegal Pot, Magic Mushrooms To Minors, Police Say
Detectives seized over 450 pounds of THC/cannabis, magic mushrooms, nitrous oxide and prohibited tobacco products from the store.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Security Guard Shot In Head Near Anaheim Bar; Suspect At Large
A security guard who was shot at a bar in unincorporated Anaheim over the weekend died Monday, authorities said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Justice Department Sues OC Registrar Over Non-Citizen Voting Records
The U.S. Department of Justice sued Orange County Registrar of Voters Bob Page for reportedly not providing records related to non-citizens.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
Teams Sought For BBQ Competition In Mission Viejo: What To Know
The Backyard Amateur Grillers Competition in Mission Viejo is underway, and here's what to know about joining in on the event.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
OC Trainer Charged In Connection With Deaths Of 'Dozens' Of Dogs
An Irvine animal trainer and his girlfriend were charged in connection with the deaths of at least a dozen dogs, authorities said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
5 Arrested For Assaulting Police In OC
Five people were arrested in Orange County Sunday for assaulting police officers attempting to make an arrest.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
Missing Swimmer Prompts Helicopter Search In Laguna Beach
A possible missing swimmer in Laguna Beach waters prompted a helicopter search Monday morning, police said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Masked Men In US Border Patrol Vests Repeatedly Beat OC Father Before Detaining Him
The son of the man, a U.S. Marine, told The Orange County Register that he feels "betrayed" by his father's treatment and arrest.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
10 Dogs Died While In Care Of OC Animal Trainer, Police Say
A south Orange County animal trainer and his girlfriend were arrested Thursday when 10 dogs died while in their care, police said Saturday.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Local Rapper Returns Honor, Decries Mayor Response To Immigration Protests
A local Orange County rapper returned an acknowledgment from his hometown following a local official's response toward immigration protests.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
4th Of July 2025 Street Faire & Fireworks Spectacular Underway In Mission Viejo
Residents were urged to join the Mission Viejo Activities Committee on Friday, July 4 for the annual Street Faire & Fireworks Spectacular.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
City Welcomes New Laguna Beach Fire Engine: Photos
This week the City of Laguna Beach celebrated the arrival of one of its newest fire engines.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Man Trafficked OC Teen, Held Her Against Will, Police Say
A man was arrested and charged with the human trafficking of a 16-year-old girl in Orange County, police said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Sergeant Ran Down 19-Year-Old In Hit-And-Run DUI Crash, OC Prosecutors Say
The Los Angeles Police Department sergeant is now facing felony DUI hit-and-run charges, authorities said Wednesday.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
$2M Sculptures Stolen In OC: Suspect Sought
Anaheim police Thursday were investigating the theft of two sculptures valued at a combined $2 million from an office building.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
Residents Urged To Attend Fire Safety Meeting In RSM
The Orange County Fire Authority and the City of Rancho Santa Margarita are hosting a free Fire Safety and Preparedness meeting next week.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
