Sheriff-coroner responds to a lawyer’s accusations, saying  results of the Kelly Thomas autopsy are coming “soon.”

Kelly Thomas supporters picket OC district attorney’s office.

ACLU sues supervisors over comment policy.

Legislation to restore $48 million in funding to OC county government passes first major hurdle in waning moments of Sacramento session.

Rick Perry draws 1,000 supporters in Corona del Mar.

Costa Mesa reorganizes city departments.

OC Fair Board draws criticism for lack of public comment.

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