Starbucks has built a luxury satellite office in Newport Beach, California, near CEO Brian Niccol's home, as part of his compensation package, to enhance his productivity and support other employees, with the office featuring high-end finishes and scenic views.
A preliminary 3.6-magnitude earthquake struck Orange County near Costa Mesa and Newport Beach on Thursday afternoon, followed by a 3.4-magnitude temblor five minutes later. Residents in several nearby areas reported feeling the quake, but no damage has been reported. This is the second earthquake in the region this week.
A 3.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Newport Beach, California, on Thursday afternoon, followed by a 3.4-magnitude aftershock. The quake was felt in surrounding areas, including Catalina Island, Ventura County, the Inland Empire, and San Diego. No damage or injuries were reported.
Joseph Alcazar, 30, has been charged with murder after allegedly driving under the influence and killing 14-year-old Rosenda Elizabeth Smiley in Newport Beach. Alcazar, who had a blood alcohol level twice the legal limit and two prior DUI convictions, struck Smiley while she was crossing the street, also injuring a 13-year-old girl. If convicted, he faces up to 15 years to life in prison.
Joseph Alcazar, a Fontana man with two prior DUI convictions, is charged with murder and DUI-related offenses after allegedly driving drunk and fatally striking 14-year-old Rosenda Elizabeth Smiley in Newport Beach. Alcazar, who had his 8-year-old daughter in the car, is accused of going around a stopped vehicle and hitting Smiley, who was crossing the street, and running over the foot of a 13-year-old girl. He faces 15 years to life in prison plus six years if convicted.
A 14-year-old girl, Rosenda Elizabeth Smiley, was killed in a suspected DUI crash in Newport Beach, Orange County. The incident occurred near Balboa Boulevard and Palm Street, and 30-year-old Joseph Alcazar was arrested on suspicion of homicide by traffic fatality and cruelty to a child. Investigators believe alcohol was a factor in the crash.
A 14-year-old girl was fatally struck by a car in Newport Beach over Memorial Day weekend. The driver, 30-year-old Joseph Alcazar, was arrested on suspicion of traffic-related homicide, with alcohol believed to be a factor. The incident is under investigation, and authorities are seeking additional information.
A 14-year-old girl named Rosenda Elizabeth Smiley was killed by a car while crossing the street in Newport Beach. The driver, Joseph Alcazar, was arrested on charges including homicide-traffic fatality and cruelty to a child, with alcohol suspected to be a factor.
A homeowner in Newport Beach, California, shot a suspected home intruder in a targeted heist involving a prior connection between the suspects and the victims. One suspect was found with gunshot wounds and taken to the hospital, while another was discovered dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The four people inside the home were unharmed, and the mayor emphasized the city's commitment to defending itself against crime.
A homeowner in Newport Beach, California, shot a suspected home intruder in a targeted incident involving a prior connection between the suspects and the victims. Another suspect was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound near the home, while the homeowner and three others inside were unharmed. The incident prompted a warning from the Newport Beach Mayor that the city will defend itself against crime.
A home invasion in Newport Beach resulted in one alleged intruder being shot and another dying from a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound. The incident, which involved suspects with a prior connection to the victims, occurred in the early morning and led to one suspect being transported to a hospital and another being pronounced dead at the scene. Police are continuing their investigation into the matter.
A targeted home invasion occurred in an upscale Newport Beach neighborhood, where the homeowner shot and injured two intruders. The suspects, known to the home occupants, fled the scene, with one found with self-inflicted gunshot wounds. No one inside the home was harmed, and the police confirmed that there are no outstanding suspects. The investigation is ongoing, and the nature of the relationship between the suspects and the home occupants has not been disclosed.
Police swarmed a Newport Beach neighborhood in response to a possible home invasion, with one suspect appearing to be fatally shot by officers. The incident took place on Vista Luci in the Pelican Hill area, and at least one other suspect was believed to still be inside the home. Details are limited, and it's unclear if anyone else was hurt. The area was closed off as authorities investigated the situation.
A landslide in Newport Beach has put three homes at risk, with one losing most of its backyard and the other two being yellow-tagged as a precaution. The location, near the back bay and the Upper Newport Bay State Marine Conservation Area, has seen a similar slide in March 2023. Crews are on the scene to protect life and property and limit the damage.
Newport Beach police in California are investigating allegations that Oklahoma City Thunder player Josh Giddey had a relationship with a minor. The investigation was launched after the allegations went viral on social media, and the NBA has also confirmed that it is investigating the claims. Giddey, who turned 21 in October, has continued to play and has declined to comment on the allegations. The Thunder head coach, Mark Daigneault, has also refrained from commenting on the matter. Giddey is currently in his third season in the NBA and has become a key starter for the Thunder.