San Juan Capistrano
Coverage of San Juan Capistrano in the Nexus archive.
- 85-year-old man arrested for deadly hit-and-run crash in Orange County
An 85-year-old man was arrested in Orange County for a hit-and-run crash that killed a pedestrian in San Juan Capistrano. Deputies were dispatched to the area of Ortega Highway and La Novia Avenue when they found an injured man lying on the roadway.
- Former Orange County church employee sentenced to 40 years for secretly recording children using spyware
A California man previously employed by an Orange County church was sentenced to 40 years in prison for secretly recording children using spyware and directing juvenile victims to produce child sexual abuse material. Jacob Melvin Hart, 46, of San Juan Capistrano, pleaded guilty to attempted production of visual depictions involving sexual exploitation.
- ‘Predator’ ex-pastor gets 40 years after MIA arrest reveals child exploitation online, at church
A former youth pastor was sentenced to 40 years for secretly recording minors using spyware and directing children to produce child sexual abuse material. He was arrested at Miami International Airport in 2025 and had a prior 2006 conviction for hidden cameras in a girls' bathroom. The church where he worked is being sued for hiring him despite his history.
- LAPD cruiser stolen in Exposition Park recovered in San Juan Capistrano
A Los Angeles police cruiser stolen in Exposition Park was later found in San Juan Capistrano, authorities say. The vehicle was recovered after being taken from its original location.
- OC homeowner says Caltrans used his property without permission: 'They can't just bully people'
A San Juan Capistrano homeowner claims Caltrans crews have used his property without permission for years, expressing frustration over what he describes as unauthorized activity. He alleges the agency is bullying residents by disregarding property rights.
- Covina City Council to vote on battery energy storage project amid backlash from community
The Covina City Council is set to vote on a 110-megawatt battery energy storage project proposed by RWE Americas, which has faced community backlash due to concerns over safety, transparency, and potential fires linked to lithium-ion batteries. The project, intended to stabilize the energy grid and generate economic benefits, was previously rejected by the city's planning commission after public opposition.
- More than 2,000 grams of fentanyl seized during Orange County traffic stop, 3 arrested
Orange County sheriff's officials seized over 2,000 grams of fentanyl and arrested three people during a routine traffic stop in San Juan Capistrano. The stop also yielded firearms and cash. The arrests were made early Thursday morning.