Laguna Niguel-Dana Point, CA|News|
New 'Real Food' Eatery Opens In Laguna Niguel
Sweetgreen, the mission-driven restaurant brand connecting more people to real food, just opened a brand new location in Laguna Niguel.
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.
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Huntington Beach, CA|News|
Felon With Loaded Gun Arrested At OC 'No Kings' Protest: Police
A 25-year-old felon was arrested in Huntington Beach during Saturday's "No Kings" protest, police said.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
Three Palm Watch In Laguna Beach: Photo Of The Day
This striking photo was taken by a Laguna Beach photographer this week.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Protestors Rally Outside OC City Hall To Decry Handling Of ICE Raids
Hundreds of residents congregated on the steps of Santa Ana City Hall Tuesday to protest the city's handling of immigration raids.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
Man, 43, Admits To Shooting Person Outside OC Nightclub
A 43-year-old man pleaded guilty Tuesday and was sentenced to 22 years in prison for shooting a man outside a nightclub in Orange County.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
Hot Weather To Hit Rancho Santa Margarita: Heat Advisory
A spike of hot weather is predicted to hit inland Orange County Tuesday through Wednesday, the National Weather Service reported.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
Hot Weather To Hit Mission Viejo: Heat Advisory
A spike of hot weather is predicted to hit inland Orange County Tuesday through Wednesday, the National Weather Service reported.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
Hot Weather To Hit Lake Forest: Heat Advisory
A spike of hot weather is predicted to hit inland Orange County Tuesday through Wednesday, the National Weather Service reported.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
'No Kings' March In Laguna Beach Sees Lively Response From Community
The peaceful protest was one of hundreds that took place across California on Saturday to protest President Donald Trump.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
Man, 75, Sentenced To Prison For Molesting Irvine Girl When She Was 4
A 75-year-old man was sentenced Monday to 12 years in prison for molesting a girl when she was 4 and 5 years old in Irvine.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
DOGE Gets Access To Social Security Data: What CA Residents Should Know
The plaintiffs called the high court's order "a sad day for our democracy and a scary day for millions of people."
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Laguna Beach|News|
City Extends Contract With Visit Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach City Council
Following two public hearings on May 6 and June 10, Laguna Beach officials voted unanimously to approve the 10-year renewal.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
Aid Sought For Newborn Puppies Rescued From Desert, Suffering From Pneumonia
The Mission Viejo Animal Services Center is seeking donations to help save the lives of seven puppies rescued from the desert.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
Man Filmed Underage Girls At South OC Gym And Pool, Police Say
A 25-year-old man charged Thursday with videotaping underage girls and touching himself at an apartment complex gym and pool in OC.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
Costco To Build First Standalone Gas Station In Mission Viejo
Costco has plans to open up its first fuel-only location in Mission Viejo come 2026.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Lake Forest, CA|News|
ICE Reported In South OC, City Councilmember Urges Undocumented People To Stay Home
The Irvine Councilmember encouraged undocumented people to stay home Thursday in an Instagram post as immigration raids continue in OC.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Orange County, CA|News|
'ICE Out Of OC' Peaceful Protest In Santa Ana Sees Hundreds
Roughly 300 people gathered in Orange County Wednesday outside a federal courthouse in Santa Ana protesting ongoing immigration raids.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
New Bar-Market Concept To Open In Laguna Hills: Report
The new concept, dubbed Bardega by its two Orange County-based owners, will open this fall in Laguna Hills.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA|News|
Flag Day Retirement Ceremony To Be Held In RSM: What To Know
The annual Flag Day retirement ceremony will be held Saturday, June 14, in Rancho Santa Margarita.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
Mission Viejo, CA|News|
Photos Of Mission Viejo Sought By City For Contest
Do you have a picture of your favorite spot in Mission Viejo? The city wants to hear from you.
Miranda Ceja, Patch Staff
