Amid a federal immigration crackdown, it remains unclear if OC’s only Sanctuary City will bring back an expert advisory group to recommend ways Santa Ana can better protect immigrants from deportation.
Yearly Archives: 2025
Posted inPolitics & Elections
Irvine’s Special Election Embroiled in a Lawsuit
The case, which could impact the city’s 5th District race, is expected to be heard in OC Superior Court on Thursday.
Posted inEconomy
OC CEO Defends Stripping Elected Treasurer of $17 Billion Investment Pool
County leaders remain silent on the controversial move but seem to have lost trust in longtime Treasurer Tax Collector Shari Freidenrich.
Posted inPress Releases
OCTA Seeks Input on New OC Bus Fare Payment System
A series of virtual and in-person community meetings are planned to hear from riders to ensure the new system, scheduled to be launched this summer, is best for those who ride public transit
Posted inCommunity Opinion
Konte: CADPR – Stop Protecting Pesticide Profiteers, Start Protecting Californians
CADPR has launched an investigation into the spraying of multiple truckloads of glyphosate—a known carcinogen—into San Juan Creek. Will they take real action to protect Californians and our wildlife or continue to protect and prioritize industry interests? It’s time to end this toxic and failing practice and stop taxpayer funds from fueling pesticide cash-back reward programs that turn our public spaces into pesticide dumping grounds.
Posted inTop Stories
Laguna Beach Looks to Boost Tax Revenue
Laguna Beach City Council members are looking at ways to increase sales tax revenue as staff say it’s not increasing as it should.
Posted inBuena Park
Buena Park Cracks Down on Unpermitted Street Vendors
Buena Park joins a host of Orange County cities that have adopted regulations for unlicensed street vendors operating in the city, including adding fees for impounded equipment and goods being sold without a sidewalk permit.
Posted inSanta Ana
Santa Ana School District to Lay Off Nearly 300 Teachers and Staff
Facing an over $180 million budget deficit, Santa Ana Unified School Board members voted to lay off around 280 teachers and other staff members at the end of the school year.
Posted inCulture
Westminster Tet Parade Celebrates the Lunar New Year
The 2025 Westminster Tet Parade marks the beginning of the Lunar New Year with a chance to connect, celebrate, and commemorate.
Posted inALL TOP STORIES
San Clemente to Consider Joining Lawsuit Against State Sanctuary Law
San Clemente officials are set to consider joining Huntington Beach in a lawsuit against the state challenging the California Values Act, also known as SB 54.
