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San Juan Capistrano
Coverage of San Juan Capistrano in the Nexus archive.
- 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.