FBI: Newport Beach Resident Paid Bribes to State Senator
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Michael Drobot allegedly paid $28,000 in bribes to state Sen. Ron Calderon, according to an FBI affidavit published by Al Jazeera America.
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Michael Drobot allegedly paid $28,000 in bribes to state Sen. Ron Calderon, according to an FBI affidavit published by Al Jazeera America.
Peter Herzog’s resignation continues to spark debate about the increasing role of money in local politics.
The Los Angeles-based ambulance company, which served Orange County, illegally billed Medicare for $49 million, authorities say.
The controversial renovation of the city’s tennis center had been yanked from the budget after Latino activists and the mayor were outraged that $6.4 million was dedicated to the project. But a study session last week revealed it is actually still in the plan.
About 30 residents turned out for a budget forum required under the city’s sunshine ordinance.
Also, negotiations over the Angel Stadium lease and the removal of some of Anaheim Mayor Tom Tait’s agenda powers.
A central premise behind a controversial proposal to add toll lanes to the 405 freeway came under attack at a public forum Tuesday evening.
Members say a developer’s proposal to build a large swath of the Great Park is out of step with the park’s original master plan.
Can you guess which local elected official is highlighted in this 1984 photo? (Updated with answer as of 5 p.m.)
William Boozer is accused of bribing a Boeing Co. official for inside information on bids for military aircraft parts.