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End of an Elmahrek

Avatar photo by Adam Elmahrek Jun 25, 2016Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC

After more than six years of holding the powerful accountable in Orange County, Adam Elmahrek is leaving for the Los Angeles Times.

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Report Reveals Toxic Atmosphere Inside Santa Ana City Hall

Avatar photo by Adam Elmahrek Jun 23, 2016Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC
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Anaheim to Fly LGBT Flag in Solidarity With Orlando Shooting Victims

Avatar photo by Adam Elmahrek Jun 22, 2016Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC
Posted inCountywide, Investigative, Santa Ana, Top Stories

Drugs, Cash and Parties: The Lifestyles of Mayor Pulido’s Friends

Avatar photo by Adam Elmahrek Jun 20, 2016Jul 9, 2021 Why you can trust Voice of OC
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Santa Ana City Manager Censured by Outside Group for Dating Subordinate

Avatar photo by Adam Elmahrek Jun 14, 2016Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC
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Disneyland Asking for Largest Hotel Tax Subsidy in Anaheim History

Avatar photo by Adam Elmahrek Jun 9, 2016Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC
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Santa Ana Council Approves Healthy Budget

Avatar photo by Adam Elmahrek Jun 9, 2016Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC
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Santa Ana Draws Flak for Proposal to Give Private School $2.5 Million

Avatar photo by Adam Elmahrek Jun 6, 2016Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC
Posted inCountywide, Economy, Health & Wellness, Santa Ana, Top Stories

Santa Ana Police Union Shakeup Could Mean More Aggressive Politics

Avatar photo by Adam Elmahrek May 31, 2016Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC
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Rancho Santiago Community College District Adopts Gift Ban

Avatar photo by Adam Elmahrek May 27, 2016Jul 8, 2021 Why you can trust Voice of OC

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