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Author Archives: Noah Biesiada
Noah Biesiada serves as Voice of OC’s county reporter, covering the county board of supervisors and the $9 billion government they oversee.
Biesiada started as an intern in July 2019, helping launch Voice of OC’s disaster news coverage and report on the cities of south Orange County such as Irvine, Mission Viejo, Laguna Niguel, and other coastal cities like Huntington Beach and San Clemente.
Currently, Biesiada’s reporting is focused on county agencies such as the sheriff’s department, the courts, and other departments along with the cities of Irvine and Huntington Beach.
His reporting has led to a host of reforms across Orange County governments including the Orange County Power Authority, the OC Fire Authority and Irvine’s Great Park.
He’s won several awards from state and local press organizations for his reporting on the county’s disaster preparedness, breaking news and other investigations and won 2023 Online Journalist of the Year from the LA Press Club.
Languages spoken: English
Contact: nbiesiada@voiceofoc.org
Posted inPolitics & Elections
Surf City Tees Up Tough Talk on Ballot Security With County Elections Chief
City council members spent over two hours questioning just how safe their elections are with County Registrar Bob Page.
Posted inALL TOP STORIES
Where Is Irvine’s Climate Action Plan?
After four years of debates and assurances that it’s in the works, city leaders still haven’t established a plan to address climate change.
Posted inGovernment
Westminster Honors Slain Conservative Commentator Charlie Kirk
While many residents decried the move as campaigning from the dais, city council members insisted it was the right way to recognize and encourage public engagement.
Posted inSafety, Security & Justice
Orange County’s Law Enforcement Watchdog Once Again Rudderless
After three years at the helm, Robert Faigin quietly stepped away at the start of this month from a department that published less than half a dozen reports while he was in charge.
Posted inGovernment
Will Newport Beach Voters Take Over City’s Housing Plan?
City council members could soon let voters decide if they want to rezone most of the city’s housing plan, with a large chunk going to affordable housing.
Posted inPolitics & Elections
Orange County’s Election Chief to Talk Election Integrity in Huntington Beach
After city leaders hosted a volunteer group claiming they found rampant fraud in Orange County election, registrar Bob Page is now set to go speak with city leaders.
Posted inState
When Will Orange County Veterans See Ground Breaking on a Cemetery?
While federal leaders put the project on a list for possible funding at the beginning of the government shutdown, it’s unclear when construction could begin.
Posted inHousing & Homelessness
OC Supervisors Ban Homeless Encampments in Parks and Flood Channels
The new rules allow law enforcement officers to clear out homeless camps in county parks and storm drains.
Posted inPolitics & Elections
What Lies Ahead For Surf City Under a New Congressman From Long Beach?
Huntington Beach city leaders worry whether their new congressman is the right fit.
