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π± Patch AM: Newport Beach Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Murder After Leading Police On Chase
And check out The Elements of Influence on the Newport Beach Patch calendar

Morning Newport Beach! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Newport Beach man arrested after deadly knife chase and police pursuit
- Ready to help in a disaster? Join Newport Beach's CERT Academy
- How Newport Beach's e-bike crackdown is changing kids' daily commute
Also on today's calendar: The Elements of Influence and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why should you never iron a 4-leaf colver? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 78 and low of 67 degrees.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and humid, temps: high: 80, low: 66.
- Friday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 85 and low of 67 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Newport Beach Man Arrested On Suspicion Of Murder After Leading Police On Chase (patch.com) — Newport Beach residents are learning that a 22-year-old man from their city was arrested on suspicion of murder after a knife assault in Stanton led to a police pursuit and crash in Anaheim. Deputies used license plate reader data to locate the suspect's vehicle, and the victim, a 45-year-old man, later died at a hospital, though his cause of death has not yet been released.
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2. Newport Beach Fire Department 092926 (stunewsnewport.com) — Newport Beach Fire Department is opening enrollment for its October CERT Academy, giving residents hands-on training in disaster preparedness, medical aid, light search and rescue, and more. Classes run October 13–24 at Fire Station No. 7, offering a practical way to help protect your family and neighbors during local emergencies.
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3. E-bikes in OC (laist.com) — Newport Beach parents and students are grappling with new e-bike restrictions around Ensign Intermediate School, where city bans and school district rules have led to tickets, neighborhood conflicts, and kids parking off campus. The story explains how Newport-Mesa Unified, local police, and county officials are tightening e-bike enforcement amid rising youth injuries, while families argue these bikes are vital, safer commuting tools than more car traffic.
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4. Orcas spotted off Newport Beach as El Nino, Hurricane Polo continue to push rare wildlife to SoCal (abc7.com) — Orcas were spotted just off Newport Beach during a whale-watching tour, as El Niño conditions and distant Hurricane Polo push rare sea life into local waters. Along with bigger waves and higher tides, residents may see more unusual marine visitors close to shore.
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📸 Around Newport Beach
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Newport Beach
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★ Featured events ★
- The Elements of Influence →
3184 Airway Ave, Bdg D, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626,
6:00 pm - DFC Expo Fall 2026 →
Hotel Fera Anaheim - A Double Tree By Hilton, 100 The City Dr S, Orange
10:00 am
Thursday October 1
Saturday October 3
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
- Jukebox Wednesday →
Campus JAX, 3950 Campus Dr, Newport Beach
5:30 pm - Steak Night & Karaoke with Frankie →
Elks Lodge, 3456 Via Oporto, Newport Beach
5:00 pm - Cheryl Bentyne from The Manhattan Transfer →
Campus JAX, 3950 Campus Dr, Newport Beach
6:30 pm - Tony Guerrero & Friends →
Campus JAX, 3950 Campus Dr, Newport Beach
7:00 pm - Dinner Menu →
Elks Lodge, 3456 Via Oporto, Newport Beach
5:00 pm - Wayward Sons →
Campus JAX, 3950 Campus Dr, Newport Beach
8:00 pm - Wild Child A Jim Morrison Celebration Concert →
Campus JAX, 3950 Campus Dr, Newport Beach
8:00 pm - St. James the Great to Host Annual Blessing of the Animals →
James the Great Episcopal Church, 3209 Via Lido, Newport Beach, CA 92663
10:00 am - The BBB Featuring Bernie Dresel →
Campus JAX, 3950 Campus Dr, Newport Beach
6:00 pm - Heroes, Villians and Movie Themes The Chad Willis Jazz Orchestra ft. Moelle →
Campus JAX, 3950 Campus Dr, Newport Beach
6:30 pm
Wednesday September 30
Thursday October 1
Friday October 2
Saturday October 3
Sunday October 4
Thursday October 8
📣 Newport Beach Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- FOUND DOG: Found going through the trash this AM around 7:30 at Old Newport & Orange.
No collar/tags, happy/friendly little pup…will be at the Newport Beach Animal Shelter shortly to be scanned for a chip! (Nextdoor Santa Ana Heights) - Any girlie's out there that are doing spring cleaning or moving.
I am donating clothing to Sharia's Closet Men, Women, and Kids all sorts from bags, shoes all sizes. Sharia's Closet is a place for women and men… (Nextdoor Newport Coast Villas)
- Lululemon Athletica, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Manager, Operations | Fashion Island | Newport Beach in Newport Beach. Apply here.
- Coldwell Banker Real Estate, LLC posted a job opening for Independent Real Estate Agent in Newport Beach. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Newport Beach here.
Ok Newport Beach! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
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