Costa Mesa.
city in Orange County, California, United States
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What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
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Restaurant and churro purveyor groups are expanding their presence in Orange County cities.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Costa Mesa city council approved $19.4M for the rebuild of a fire station.Some support1 report
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Local governance in the Los Angeles area debates housing and homelessness solutions, noting prevention units reduced shelter entry likelihood by 71%.Some support1 report
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Andrade announced his candidacy for office in Costa Mesa.Some support1 report
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John Stephens is named Mayor and Manuel Chavez is named Mayor Pro Tem of Costa Mesa.Some support1 report
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Small businesses are competing in local markets in Irvine and Costa Mesa.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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A new market concept, inspired by Mexican bazaars, has been introduced in Costa Mesa, noted to be smaller than its predecessor.Some support1 report
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Cara Stewart and Kelly Brown were appointed commissioners in Costa Mesa, while Daniel Morgan is running for city council.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Costa Mesa city council voted to continue its agreement with Flock surveillance tools.Some support1 report
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Tiffany & Co. has unveiled its reimagined flagship store in Costa Mesa.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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City council in Costa Mesa discusses responses to state housing mandates.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Chef Kobayashi runs a restaurant in Costa Mesa, having trained in a French restaurant in Japan.Some support1 report
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A venue called Darkroom, with Hot Topic aesthetic, is operating near Costa Mesa and Chrysalis, aiming to compare Orange County to Chicago.Some support2 reports
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City officials are discussing the redevelopment plan for the Fairview Developmental Center in Costa Mesa.Some support2 reports
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Investor acquired a new stake in Bimergen Energy Corp., a company based in Costa Mesa.Some support1 report
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Chico O’Farrill, who immigrated from Cuba, arrived as an artist-in-residence and arranged scores for big band leaders.Some support1 report
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A restaurant concept, CAMP, is utilizing a former location in Costa Mesa.Some support1 report
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Daniel Boulud is bringing his Blue Box Café to Costa Mesa.Some support1 report
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Experian made an announcement from its Costa Mesa, CA office on September 10, 2026.Some support1 report
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Amaze Holdings is based in Costa Mesa.Some support1 report
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Mother's Market operates in Costa Mesa.Some support1 report
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Charlie's Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Costa Mesa, California, distributes products to approximately 80 countries.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Costa Mesa and La Jolla are major art centers.Some support3 reports
Gone quiet
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Retail trends show varied demolition rates in Costa Mesa, involving the area and the state of Hawaii.Some support4 reports
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Both Costa Mesa and Huntington Beach are facing state mandates regarding housing elements.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Escobar was sentenced to life in prison by Fred W. Slaughter. The incident took place in Orange County, specifically Costa Mesa.Some support1 report
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Business operates in the wine retail market in Sonoma Valley, CA.Some support1 report
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CNBX Pharmaceuticals Inc. is headquartered in Costa Mesa, California.Some support1 report
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Anduril Industries, headquartered in Costa Mesa, is seeking a location for a hyperscale manufacturing facility.Some support1 report
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Food trends are reported to originate from South Korea.Some support1 report
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Real Messenger Holdings Limited and Katapult Holdings, Inc. are small-cap business services companies based in Costa Mesa, California.Some support3 reports
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Flock Safety is currently evaluating and renegotiating a contract for automated license plate reader cameras in Costa Mesa.Some support2 reports
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An investigation into voter rolls linked to the Orange County case has revealed claims that DHS found non-citizens registered to vote.Some support1 report
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Alexander Shelley brought his orchestra on tours across Europe and Canada, and he is set to become the director in Costa Mesa.Some support2 reports
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A new comparative study ranks various mid-sized cities in California, finding that both Berkeley and Costa Mesa are among the least affordable.Some support1 report
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A.G. Kawamura, whose subjects include being a Disneyland painter, is mentioned in an article that also mentions Costa Mesa and Orange County.Some support1 report
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Contractor DPR Construction is based in Costa Mesa.Some support1 report
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Spine Injury Solutions, Inc. is headquartered in Costa Mesa, California.Some support1 report
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Shepard Fairey created a massive mural in Costa Mesa.Some support2 reports
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A scholarship has been named in acknowledgment of Arabian Prince, with a ceremony involving Westcliff University in Costa Mesa.Some support1 report
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Priceless Pets rescue operates adoption centers in Chino Hills, Claremont, and Costa Mesa, while also receiving consultation services from the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire.Some support1 report
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City council in Costa Mesa voted to reduce services for the Senior Transportation Program to manage costs.Some support1 report
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A city in Costa Mesa is using Flock Safety's company cameras for law enforcement purposes, highlighting issues with the city's current system.Some support1 report
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El Pollo Loco operates in Costa Mesa and has formed a partnership with Dalton Knecht.Speculative1 report
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Alexander Shelley arrived in Costa Mesa on May 27, 2026, to conduct a program celebrating American history.Some support1 report
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Explainers that pass through Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa is a step on the way to someone elseAround Costa Mesa this week
News at the entities that move Costa Mesa most-
Flock Safety OperationalSan Diego City Council committee recommended halting ALPR use, while the ACLU filed a lawsuit to end the technology.Moves Costa Mesa
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Gavin Newsom TransactionalThe California bullet-train project is facing reform demands and surpassed the Big Dig cost, involving Newsom and Brown.Moves Costa Mesa
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city council Shared contextJoshua Katz advised on annexation and development agreements on October 29, 2026.Moves Costa Mesa
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Orange County StructuralCandidates, including Katrina Foley, campaigned for local Board of Supervisors seats in Orange County.Moves Costa Mesa
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cook TransactionalCook serves as Mayor of Rock Hall while Public Works crews are repairing a water main.Moves Costa Mesa
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Rob Bonta Shared contextAttorney General Rob Bonta reminded businesses of existing anti-corruption laws.Moves Costa Mesa
Connections
The 40 strongest of 119, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
John J. Murphy Structural
John J. Murphy serves as the City Manager of Costa Mesa, establishing a formal, functional dependency between the individual and the municipality.
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John Stephens Structural
John Stephens holds the formal governing role of Mayor within the municipality of Costa Mesa.
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Flock Safety Operational
Flock Safety provides automated surveillance technology to Costa Mesa under an active contractual agreement for law enforcement purposes.
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Fairview Developmental Center Structural
The city of Costa Mesa actively guides and regulates the redevelopment and development of the Fairview Developmental Center site.
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Manuel Chavez Structural
Manuel Chavez serves as the Mayor Pro Tem of Costa Mesa.
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city council Shared context
The city council operates as the governing body within the geographical and administrative context of Costa Mesa.
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Shepard Fairey Transactional
Shepard Fairey created a massive mural while situated in Costa Mesa.
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cook Transactional
Cook is tapping Costa Mesa Design Firm to provide services as a sponsor.
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Orange County Structural
Costa Mesa is a city administratively located within Orange County.
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MARR Shared context
Andrea Marr serves as a Councilmember within the municipality of Costa Mesa.
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Newport Beach Shared context
The two neighboring cities are discussed in the context of local governance and shared regional events, including mutual aid.
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CAMP Shared context
The company CAMP operates its restaurant concept within the geographic area of Costa Mesa.
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Gavin Newsom Transactional
Gavin Newsom initiated lawsuits against the city of Costa Mesa.
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Erewhon Transactional
Erewhon plans a future store opening in Costa Mesa.
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State of California Structural
The State of California exercises formal regulatory power over local planning and housing deadlines in Costa Mesa.
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Berkeley Shared context
Both locations are recognized for their high cost of living, placing them in a competitive niche of expensive markets.
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Orange County Shared context
Costa Mesa is geographically situated within the boundaries of Orange County.
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Cara Stewart Shared context
Cara Stewart serves as the Animal Services Commissioner within the municipality of Costa Mesa.
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Michelin Shared context
Michelin operates within the geographical context of Costa Mesa.
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Irvine Shared context
Both locations share the local market context where small businesses compete.
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Anduril Industries Shared context
Anduril Industries operates from its facility located in Costa Mesa.
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Rob Bonta Shared context
Rob Bonta's legal actions target cities, including Costa Mesa, regarding compliance issues.
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Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. Shared context
Bed Bath & Beyond is establishing a presence through reopened stores in the Costa Mesa area.
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Kuwait Shared context
Costa Mesa is the location of the company contracted for a sale in Kuwait.
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Daniel Morgan Shared context
Daniel Morgan is running for council in the jurisdiction of Costa Mesa.
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La Jolla Mentioned together
Both locations are cited as major art centers, implying a shared competitive sphere.
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Southern California Shared context
Costa Mesa is geographically located within the larger region of Southern California.
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La Habra Shared context
Both locations are mentioned in articles discussing regional market expansion within Orange County.
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IKEA Shared context
IKEA products are observed being used within the context of Costa Mesa.
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Huntington Beach Shared context
Both cities share context regarding state housing element mandates and city planning issues.
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Hawaii Shared context
The relationship is based on a single, vague observation regarding retail trends and demolition rates.
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Alexander Shelley Shared context
Alexander Shelley is associated with Costa Mesa, where he conducts programs and holds directorial roles.
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Andrade Shared context
Andrade is seeking an office presence within the location of Costa Mesa.
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Darkroom Shared context
Darkroom is geographically situated near the border of Costa Mesa.
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Kelly Brown Shared context
Kelly Brown serves as the Parks and Community Services Commissioner in Costa Mesa.
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Long Beach Shared context
Both cities are mentioned as examples of municipalities that have enacted similar self-checkout regulations.
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Kobayashi Shared context
Kobayashi operates his restaurant business within the geographic boundaries of Costa Mesa.
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Experian Shared context
Experian operates from its office located in Costa Mesa, CA.
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Rancho Santiago Community College District Shared context
The Rancho Santiago Community College District operates within the geographical jurisdiction of Costa Mesa.
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Daniel Boulud Shared context
Daniel Boulud operates a café within the location of Costa Mesa.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
1 eventOctober 2026
7 events- Costa Mesa city council approved $19.4M for the rebuild of a fire station.
- Local governance in the Los Angeles area debates housing and homelessness solutions, noting prevention units reduced shelter entry likelihood by 71%.
- Andrade announced his candidacy for office in Costa Mesa.
- John Stephens is named Mayor and Manuel Chavez is named Mayor Pro Tem of Costa Mesa.
- A new market concept, inspired by Mexican bazaars, has been introduced in Costa Mesa, noted to be smaller than its predecessor.
- Cara Stewart and Kelly Brown were appointed commissioners in Costa Mesa, while Daniel Morgan is running for city council.
- Costa Mesa city council voted to continue its agreement with Flock surveillance tools.
September 2026
9 events- Restaurant and churro purveyor groups are expanding their presence in Orange County cities.
- Chef Kobayashi runs a restaurant in Costa Mesa, having trained in a French restaurant in Japan.
- A venue called Darkroom, with Hot Topic aesthetic, is operating near Costa Mesa and Chrysalis, aiming to compare Orange County to Chicago.
- City officials are discussing the redevelopment plan for the Fairview Developmental Center in Costa Mesa.
- Investor acquired a new stake in Bimergen Energy Corp., a company based in Costa Mesa.
- Chico O’Farrill, who immigrated from Cuba, arrived as an artist-in-residence and arranged scores for big band leaders.
- A restaurant concept, CAMP, is utilizing a former location in Costa Mesa.
- Daniel Boulud is bringing his Blue Box Café to Costa Mesa.
- Experian made an announcement from its Costa Mesa, CA office on September 10, 2026.
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August 2026
7 events- Small businesses are competing in local markets in Irvine and Costa Mesa.
- City council in Costa Mesa discusses responses to state housing mandates.
- Amaze Holdings is based in Costa Mesa.
- Mother's Market operates in Costa Mesa.
- Costa Mesa and La Jolla are major art centers.
- Retail trends show varied demolition rates in Costa Mesa, involving the area and the state of Hawaii.
- Escobar was sentenced to life in prison by Fred W. Slaughter. The incident took place in Orange County, specifically Costa Mesa.
July 2026
11 events- Both Costa Mesa and Huntington Beach are facing state mandates regarding housing elements.
- Business operates in the wine retail market in Sonoma Valley, CA.
- CNBX Pharmaceuticals Inc. is headquartered in Costa Mesa, California.
- Anduril Industries, headquartered in Costa Mesa, is seeking a location for a hyperscale manufacturing facility.
- Food trends are reported to originate from South Korea.
- Real Messenger Holdings Limited and Katapult Holdings, Inc. are small-cap business services companies based in Costa Mesa, California.
- Flock Safety is currently evaluating and renegotiating a contract for automated license plate reader cameras in Costa Mesa.
- An investigation into voter rolls linked to the Orange County case has revealed claims that DHS found non-citizens registered to vote.
- A new comparative study ranks various mid-sized cities in California, finding that both Berkeley and Costa Mesa are among the least affordable.
- A.G. Kawamura, whose subjects include being a Disneyland painter, is mentioned in an article that also mentions Costa Mesa and Orange County.
- Contractor DPR Construction is based in Costa Mesa.
June 2026
11 events- Tiffany & Co. has unveiled its reimagined flagship store in Costa Mesa.
- Charlie's Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Costa Mesa, California, distributes products to approximately 80 countries.
- Alexander Shelley brought his orchestra on tours across Europe and Canada, and he is set to become the director in Costa Mesa.
- Spine Injury Solutions, Inc. is headquartered in Costa Mesa, California.
- Shepard Fairey created a massive mural in Costa Mesa.
- A scholarship has been named in acknowledgment of Arabian Prince, with a ceremony involving Westcliff University in Costa Mesa.
- Priceless Pets rescue operates adoption centers in Chino Hills, Claremont, and Costa Mesa, while also receiving consultation services from the Animal Resource Center of the Inland Empire.
- City council in Costa Mesa voted to reduce services for the Senior Transportation Program to manage costs.
- A city in Costa Mesa is using Flock Safety's company cameras for law enforcement purposes, highlighting issues with the city's current system.
- El Pollo Loco operates in Costa Mesa and has formed a partnership with Dalton Knecht.
- Alexander Shelley arrived in Costa Mesa on May 27, 2026, to conduct a program celebrating American history.