Orange County Leaders Question CARE Court Promises
Local leaders are beginning to publicly question what – if any – impact the new CARE Court system will have on the growing homeless crisis.
“The public needs to be aware of what our public officials are doing, including the good, the bad, and the questionable or controversial. Transparency is too often lacking.”
Jay A.
Anaheim to Roll Out Live Spanish Captioning For Meeting Broadcasts
Anaheim is looking to implement live Spanish subtitles for the city council meeting online broadcasts – potentially increasing accessibility to public meetings.
Santana: Orange County Highlights Need to Confront The Veteran Suicide Crisis
A three-day summit in Irvine and Newport Beach aims at spurring tough conversations about how to support veterans transitioning back into civilian life.
Santa Ana Council Deadlocks on Israel & Palestine Statement
With different council members introducing different resolutions, there wasn’t enough support to bring back a single one for a formal vote at a future meeting.
Irvine Moves Ahead on Temporary Great Park Amphitheater
City leaders noted they may still deny the project in the future, but they needed more information to make their decision.
Laguna Beach Spills More Sewage Into Ocean Than Anywhere Else in OC
The city has spilled more than 2.7 million gallons of sewage since 2007. The city recently made a series of investments to overhaul its sewage system, raising residents’ rates along with it.
Santa Ana Council Members to Take A Stance on Israel and Palestine Tonight
Officials in Santa Ana might become the first in Orange County to pass a resolution in support of a permanent ceasefire as more elected officials weigh in on Israel and Palestine.
Dana Point Delays Handing Out New Short-Term Rental Permits Until Next Year
The city council voted 4-0 to hold off on giving out more short-term rental permits until more research is done on the existing rentals operating in the city.
What Could Campaign Finance Reform Look Like in Two OC Cities?
Officials in at least two Orange County cities are debating making campaign finance reforms in the wake of the county’s recent public corruption scandal. Will it limit undue influence?
Los Alamitos to Offer Local Businesses Funding Through New Incentive Program
The city will cover 50% of renovation costs — up to $15,000 — for eligible businesses in Los Alamitos.
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Photojournalist Intern Erika Taylor Named Tracy Wood Fellow
Erika Taylor joins Angelina Hicks in fellowship memorializing former Voice of OC Civic Editor Tracy Wood
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