OC Memorial Wall Gets More Attention From Volunteers
County Government
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A team of citizens gathered to give the Walk of Honor a fresh coat of paint – and underscore the importance of maintaining a monument to fallen soldiers.
Voice of OC on PBS: Perspective on Arab-Israeli Conflict
Communications
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Voice of OC reporter Adam Elmahrek, whose lineage is both Palestinian and Jewish, offers his insights on the conflict in an interview with PBS SoCaL’s David Nazar.
Watchdog: Donation to Pulido’s Defense Fund Illegal
Countywide
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Santa Ana Mayor Miguel Pulido must refund most of a $25,000 contribution to his legal defense fund, according to Shirley Grindle, the county’s campaign finance watchdog.
Undocumented Still Struggle to Find Adequate Healthcare
Health
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While Obamacare has helped millions in California get health insurance; there remain few options for undocumented residents. A state Senate bill could change that.
Forde & Mollrich Investigates Great Park Investigation
Countywide
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The public relations firm, which is a target of a forensic investigation commissioned by the city of Irvine, submitted a Public Records Act request for records related to the probe.
Community Editorial: OC Among Stingiest in Animal Shelter Funding
Countywide
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With supervisors readying to debate whether to hike animal user fees, Rose Tingle points out that Orange County government contributes less to its animal shelter budget than any similar jurisdiction in California.
Judge Dismisses More Than Half of Felony Charges Against Bustamante
County Government
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Carlos Bustmante — a former high-ranking county official and Santa Ana councilman — will stand trial on nine alleged crimes, but judge throws out eight of 13 felony charges.
Santa Ana Mayor Has Legal Defense Fund
Countywide
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The fund can be used to finance Mayor Miguel Pulido’s defense while law enforcement authorities investigate a questionable business deal with a city contractor.
OCTA Takes Lead in Santa Ana Streetcar Project
County Government
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OCTA Board directors Tom Tait and John Moorlach dissented, saying they couldn’t approve moving forward with a project several times more expensive – and potentially more dangerous — than a bus alternative.
4 Key Questions as Bustamante Hearing Enters Second Week
County Government
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Final phase of the preliminary hearing in the Carlos Bustamante Public Works Department sex abuse case starts this afternoon.