Witnessing the 44th President's First Moment in Office
It was an honor for me to travel to the nation's capital with LeadAmerica to attend Barack Obama's inauguration as a representative for California and Laguna Beach. This trip was important to me for many reasons. It was my first visit to Washington, D.C., and will be an experience that I will always remember. Full Story
Downturn Fans Ideas to Boost Local Economy
The nation's economic woes are reviving local discussions among merchants and city officials about the impact of vacant storefronts, high rents and restrictions in the downtown area on the town's vitality. Full Story
Rules for Public Art Contests Under Review
The city's Arts Commission is rethinking the way it conducts public art competitions as a result of a backlash by artists and disapproval of council members over the outcome of a prized commission for the community and senior center last year. Full Story
Driver Jailed After Car Hits House
Cypress Drive residents escaped injury but were unnerved by a 1 a.m. incident Sunday when a black Jeep Grand Cherokee hit an apartment building after initially colliding with a parked Honda and running over a retaining wall. A San Clemente man was arrested. Full Story
