Tidepool Sea Slug Found in Newport Beach
A UC Irvine marine biologist identified a sea slug species not previously reported north of Mexico in a Little Corona tidepool.
Newport Beach Lifestyle News
For readers in Newport Beach, this page covers culture, family, home, hobbies, relationships and everyday lifestyle choices. Reporting explores the trends and shifts that shape how people live in the city and surrounding area.
Style
Justin Hartley Receives Artist of Distinction Award
The actor was honored at the 2026 Newport Beach Film Festival as part of the Sunset Series event.
Culture
Jessica Lange Receives Icon Award in Newport Beach
The actress accepted the honor during the 27th Annual Newport Beach Film Festival at the Balboa Bay Resort.
Real Estate
Tenant Inc. Promotes Tim Hall to Chief Operating Officer
The software provider for self-storage and real estate operators has elevated its senior sales executive to a broader operating role.
Pets
Pod of Pilot Whales Spotted Off Newport Beach
Whale watchers counted about 70 short-finned pilot whales five miles offshore, the first sighting of the species in Southern California waters since 2015.
Regular subjects here include cultural shifts in daily habits, household management, family activities, relationship trends and shopping patterns. Coverage spans across the city and the communities around it to reflect how residents interact with their surroundings. Local housing dynamics and climate-driven preferences create a distinct pattern in how families and individuals organize their schedules. Economic pressure remains the most consistent factor changing how residents spend their time and resources.