City officials are laying the groundwork to transition away from gas-powered lawn equipment – falling in line with a new state law banning the sale of such equipment this year.
Yearly Archives: 2024
Posted inPolitics & Elections
Who’s Funding Irvine City Council Races?
A Voice of OC review found the biggest spenders this year are the county firefighter union, a conservative donor group and a group of McDonald’s franchisees.
Posted inALL TOP STORIES
Is a Homeless Shelter Coming to Irvine?
Irvine City Council members will consider purchasing property to create transitional housing for the homeless at their meeting Tuesday night – a move residents pushed county officials to nix six years ago.
Posted inCollegiate News Service
Why Won’t Officials in Two OC Cities Video Livestream Their Public Meetings?
Two cities in Orange County continue to meet without providing residents with virtual access to watch city council meetings online in real time.
Posted inSafety, Security & Justice
Huntington Beach Police Chief Rejected Metal Detectors at City Hall
While some council members have asked to install metal detectors at the entrance to the city council chamber, the police department did not move forward after studying that issue.
Posted inCountywide
500 Acres of Sweeping Views in the Gypsum Canyon Wilderness
The Gypsum Canyon Wilderness offers 6 miles of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding with lookout points along the way.
Posted inALL TOP STORIES
These Pets at OC Animal Care Are Looking for a Home
As of Oct. 15, there were 204 dogs and 37 cats housed at OC Animal Care in Tustin waiting to be adopted.
Posted inSanta Ana
Santa Ana Ramps Up Crackdowns on Homeless Encampments, Clears Railroad
Cleanup efforts across Union Pacific Railroad in Santa Ana have expanded to weekends with a police presence.
Posted inFullerton
Fullerton Moves to Keep Outdoor Dining in Downtown
City leaders will have a chance to vote on making the street enclosure on Wilshire Avenue permanent early next year.
Posted inCountywide
Free Things To Do This Weekend Across OC
Volunteer opportunities, makerspace open hours and children’s events: These are just a few of many free, family-friendly events offered through OC Parks, museums and public libraries.
