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Monthly Archives: February 2024
OC Board of Education Incumbent Accused of Assault and Battery in Road Rage Incident
Ken Williams Jr., who was elected to the OC Board of Education in 2020, is on the primary ballot up for reelection this year. He is being accused of attacking a 20-year-old driver.
OC Coroner: Former Anaheim Councilman Brandman Died of Meth Overdose
The report comes almost five months after former Councilman Jordan Brandman was found dead in his home.
Anaheim Changes How Political Candidates Fundraise in Wake of Corruption Scandal
Two city council members are also calling for city staff to make it easier for residents to navigate campaign finance disclosures on the city website.
Irvine City Council Continues Struggle With Palestine-Israel Debate
For months, public comment during Irvine City Council meetings has been dominated by discussion on the conflict. But there’s still no resolution on what the city will do.
Who’s Funding the Campaigns in the Orange County Supervisors Races?
Ballots are already out for the March 5 primary, but there are still hundreds of thousands of dollars flowing into the race for the county’s highest elected position.
Newport Beach City Leaders Question Tourism Advertising Spending
City leaders had some tough questions over how their money is being spent on tourism advertising, and there weren’t many answers on Tuesday night.
Anaheim Questions if Public Dollars Were Used in Political Campaigns
For the first time, officials publicly responded to a scathing state audit alleging public money was used by the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce to help city council candidates and lobby elected officials.
Voice of OC Named a Top Employer by Chapman University
Voice of OC honored as a top employer alongside more than 100 companies nationwide.
Pressure Remains on OC Officials to Take a Stand on Palestine and Israel
A host of Irvine and Santa Ana residents continue to press their elected officials to pass a resolution to call for a ceasefire in Gaza. Others want local officials to keep out of foreign affairs and focus on city business.

