Newport Beach
Coverage of Newport Beach in the Nexus archive.
- I'm the COO of Chipotle. I visit a dozen locations every week and sample food all day long.
Jason Kidd, COO of Chipotle, visits approximately a dozen locations weekly to sample food and ensure consistency. He prioritizes consistency in leadership and guest experience, balancing travel with family and health routines.
- Buena Park police warn of social media-fueled teen takeover of Knott's Berry Farm
Buena Park police issued a warning about a potential social media-fueled teen takeover at Knott's Berry Farm, following similar alerts in Lakewood and Huntington Beach after an incident in Newport Beach last week.
- Buena Park police warn of social media-fueled teen takeover of Knott's Berry Farm
Buena Park police warned of a potential social media-fueled teen takeover at Knott's Berry Farm. Similar warnings were issued in Lakewood and Huntington Beach following an incident in Newport Beach last week.
- Lawless teen takeover targets iconic SoCal amusement park as cops issue warning
A lawless teen takeover is targeting an iconic Southern California amusement park following Fourth of July mayhem in Newport Beach. Cops have issued warnings about the escalating unrest.
- No, Flock isn’t threatening people for debating surveillance
The Saturday Salon, a lecture series in Newport Beach, CA, shared a cease and desist letter allegedly from surveillance technology company Flock Safety, sparking criticism against the company for allegedly attempting to suppress discussions about its work. The post, which claims 'WE WILL NOT BE SILENCED,' received over 3,000 Instagram likes and 360 Bluesky reposts.
- Woman attacked by violent mob in Newport Beach chaos breaks down — as another beach takeover is planned
A Southern California woman was attacked by a violent mob during an alleged 'TikTok Takeover' at Newport Beach on the Fourth of July and later shared an emotional video about the incident. Another beach takeover is reportedly planned at nearby Huntington Beach.
- O.C. police prep for beach, theme park 'takeovers' promoted on social media
A woman injured during a violent Fourth of July beach takeover in Newport Beach is speaking out as authorities prepare for similar events potentially targeting Huntington Beach and an Orange County theme park this weekend. The July 4 gathering in Newport Beach involved fires, looting, and chaos.
- Don't Newport Beach my Huntington Beach, police tell online 'takeover' promoters
Huntington Beach Police are warning online organizers and promoters attempting a 'takeover' that they will be prosecuted for any criminal activities. The police emphasized enforcement against criminality related to the event.
- Don't Newport Beach my Huntington Beach, police tell online 'takeover' promoters
Huntington Beach Police are warning online 'takeover' promoters that they will face prosecution for any criminal activities. The police aim to deter organizers attempting to host events labeled as criminal by law enforcement.
- Punk makes chilling threat to police during 4th of July mayhem at Newport Beach
A person referred to as a 'goon' threatened police during 4th of July events in Newport Beach, as seen in a viral TikTok clip where they mimicked a gun and stated a threat to 'lay a button.' The incident is described as part of broader 'mayhem' during the holiday.
- Half of the Newport Beach 4th of July rioters call this surprising location home
Most arrested individuals during Newport Beach's Fourth of July chaos were from outside the city, including California, Arizona, and other regions. Police data indicates non-locals dominated the arrests or citations during the Balboa Peninsula mayhem.
- George J. Cotliar, managing editor of the Los Angeles Times for 19 years, dies at 94
George J. Cotliar, who served as managing editor of the Los Angeles Times for 19 years, died Monday at his home in Newport Beach. He was 94 years old.
- More than 400 people arrested at Fourth of July ‘TikTok takeover’ in California
More than 400 people were arrested during a Fourth of July 'TikTok takeover' in Newport Beach, California, where thousands gathered for an online-organized flash mob. The event led to traffic obstructions, fires, and police officers using horses for crowd control as crowds hurled explosives at law enforcement.
- Over 400 people arrested during chaos at Newport Beach July 4th celebrations, police say
A Southern California Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach turned chaotic, leading to 402 arrests and several officers injured, according to police. The event, which occurred on July 4th, resulted in significant public disorder.
- Over 400 people arrested during chaos at Newport Beach July 4th celebrations, police say
A Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach, Southern California, turned chaotic, leading to 402 arrests and several officers injured, according to police.
- Devastating aftermath of Newport Beach looting exposed after thugs went on crazed rampage
A TikTok user reported that cleanup crews cleared the looted area in Newport Beach by 6:30 a.m., with police warning that future similar acts would result in arrests. The article describes the aftermath of a rampage by unidentified individuals.
- Newport Beach Fourth of July havoc leads to 402 arrests
The Fourth of July event in Newport Beach resulted in over 400 arrests and involved 17 law enforcement agencies responding to chaotic scenes, including fist fights in a parking lot.
- Celebrating freedom shouldn’t come with dangerous, shameful thuggery
Most Californians celebrated the Fourth of July as a joyous national birthday event, while a group of individuals in Newport Beach engaged in destructive behavior, including firing illegal fireworks into crowds. The article contrasts the positive spirit of celebration with the reported acts of mayhem.
- Newport Beach reveals staggering number busted for Fourth of July chaos — and what sparked it
Newport Beach police arrested many young visitors and minors over a 36-hour period during the Fourth of July due to fighting and illegal fireworks. Officers responded to the Newport Peninsula after reports of large crowds engaging in chaotic behavior.
- Fireworks, fights and cops on horses: 400 arrested at Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach
At a Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach, 400 people were arrested after police on horseback charged into crowds of mostly teens, following incidents involving fireworks and fights.
- Fireworks, fights and cops on horses: 400 arrested at Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach
400 people were arrested during a Fourth of July celebration in Newport Beach involving fireworks, fights, and police on horseback. Eyewitness footage showed police on horses charging into a crowd primarily composed of teenagers.
- VIDEO: Chaos erupts during Fourth of July celebrations in Newport Beach
Chaos erupted during Fourth of July celebrations in Newport Beach on Saturday night, with illegal fireworks being directed at people and fist fights occurring near a Pavilions grocery store on West Balboa Boulevard. Video footage showed debris scattered in the aftermath of the disturbances.
- Some beachgoers are creating living rooms with a view on the sand. Cities are cracking down
Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and other Orange County towns are enforcing regulations against elaborate shade coverings on beaches, citing safety concerns. The crackdown targets structures that residents have set up as living rooms on the sand.
- Some beachgoers are creating living rooms with a view on the sand. Cities are cracking down
Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, and other Orange County towns are enforcing regulations against elaborate shade coverings on beaches due to safety concerns. The crackdown targets structures that residents have turned into 'living rooms' on the sand.
- Moment underage party girls try to lie their way past cops in elite California beach city
Two underage girls in Newport Beach were arrested after using fake IDs to lie their way past police. They attempted to bypass law enforcement with counterfeit identification.
- California city posts, then removes amusing fake ID arrest video
A couple of young women were arrested in Newport Beach, California, for using a fake ID at a bar. The city of Newport Beach posted body camera footage of the June 20 arrest outside Mutt Lynch’s pub but later removed the video.
- Desperate search underway for missing swimmer in Newport Beach
A swimmer reported missing in Newport Beach on Monday morning is still being searched for. The search remains active as authorities continue their efforts to locate the individual.
- 1 dead after major crash shuts down Pacific Coast Highway in Newport Beach
A person was killed in a major traffic collision on Pacific Coast Highway in Newport Beach, causing the highway's closure. The crash occurred near Pelican Point and Coast Highway around 12:46 p.m., according to Newport Beach police spokesperson Heather Rangel.
- Newport Beach lifeguards, bystander jump into action during dramatic rescue caught on video
Newport Beach lifeguards and a bystander performed a rescue during dangerous high tides and potential rip currents along Southern California beaches. The event was captured on video, highlighting the risks faced by lifeguards in such conditions.
- More high surf, rip current risks for Southern California as workweek begins
Southern California residents are warned of ongoing high surf and rip current risks through the weekend and into the workweek. Weather officials are advising caution at regional beaches due to these hazards.
- King tides, dangerous surf prompt warnings along Southern California coast
Southern California beachgoers are warned about hazardous conditions caused by king tides, elevated surf, and dangerous rip currents. Newport Beach city crews prepared for high-water events by deploying pumps, installing flood-protection measures, and providing sandbags to vulnerable coastal residents.
- Urgent disaster warning as king tides set to unleash dangerous Newport Beach flooding
California residents are issued an urgent warning about dangerous 'king tides' expected to cause flooding in Newport Beach, part of Orange County. High tides this weekend are projected to soak neighborhoods in the area.
- 3 arrested for violent home invasion robbery in Newport Beach
Three suspects were arrested for a violent home invasion robbery in Newport Beach. The incident occurred at a short-term rental property on March 13 around 5:51 a.m., involving two masked suspects armed with handguns.
- HGTV stars Tarek and Heather El Moussa feel ‘violated’ after burglars ransack Newport Beach home
HGTV stars Tarek and Heather El Moussa reported feeling 'violated' after their Newport Beach home was burglarized earlier this week while they were vacationing in Mexico with their family.
- HGTV stars Tarek and Heather El Moussa feel ‘violated’ after burglars ransack Newport Beach home
HGTV stars Tarek and Heather El Moussa reported feeling 'violated' after their Newport Beach home was burglarized earlier this week. The couple was vacationing in Mexico with their family at the time of the break-in.
- Massive swell could bring biggest waves of the year to The Wedge in OC, other SoCal beaches
A powerful swell could bring the biggest waves of the year to The Wedge in Newport Beach and other Southern California coastal areas this week.
- SEE IT: Lavish $35M mansion bought by tech CEO accused of feeding US gear to Iran's nuclear machine
Jamshid Ghomi, an Iranian-American businessman, was charged with conspiring to supply U.S. technology to Iran's military and nuclear programs, using illicit proceeds to fund a $35 million Newport Beach mansion. Federal prosecutors allege he laundered over $15 million through offshore accounts in the British Virgin Islands, UAE, and other locations to conceal the funds' origin.
- West Nile virus-infected mosquitos collected in Orange County
Orange County officials reported the first detection of West Nile virus in mosquitoes this year in the Newport Beach area. No human cases have been confirmed, and the CDC notes the virus can cause severe illness in humans. Vector control measures and public prevention tips, such as removing standing water and using repellent, are being emphasized.
- Jamshid Ghomi: Newport Beach CEO accused of selling computer technology to Iran government to help military and nuclear program
A Newport Beach CEO was arrested for allegedly selling U.S. computer technology to the Iranian government, including the agency responsible for Iran's nuclear program.
- Jamshid Ghomi: Newport Beach CEO accused of selling computer technology to Iran government to help military and nuclear program
Jamshid Ghomi, a Newport Beach CEO, was arrested for allegedly selling U.S. computer technology to the Iranian government, including an agency linked to Iran's nuclear program. The technology transfer is accused of aiding Iran's military and nuclear efforts.