The panel wants to wait for closer examination of a death, among other issues.
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All of the local news you can’t miss on what’s happening in Orange County today across all of the topics we cover.
On The Agenda
Santa Ana moves toward a new downtown business improvement model, and Costa Mesa buys ambulances for its Fire Department.
Anaheim City Council Might Revote on Council Districts
Councilwoman Gail Eastman placed on Tuesday’s agenda what could be another vote, saying she wants another discussion on the controversial issue.
PBS: Costa Mesa Debates Impact of Prisoner Realignment
Mayor Jim Righeimer argues that the shift is causing an uptick in crime, while the city’s police chief says drawing such a link is premature.
Pringle Withdraws From Anaheim’s Charter Committee
The lobbyist and former mayor departs after a call from Mayor Tom Tait that committee members disclose economic interests.
Bedbugs Remain a Vexing Problem for Orange County Hotels
The problem is especially acute in Anaheim’s resort district and in low-income areas such as crowded apartments and residential motels.
OC to Get Less ‘Beds for Feds’ Cash
In exchange for allowing more inmates at the Theo Lacy jail, the city of Orange will receive about $340,000 more, paid from the county’s share of federal funds.
Supervisors Officially Reject Grand Jury Report and Ethics Panel
County’s top elected leaders call highly critical report “selective” and “one-sided” and say the county has no need for an ethics commission.
Local Organizations Lose Out on Grants for Obamacare Outreach
A coalition of Orange County community organizations and health clinics say they won’t have the funding to do crucial outreach and education on the new health care law.
Some OCTA Directors Still Wary of Anaheim Streetcar’s Cost
The board postponed action that would have given Anaheim access to OCTA funds for environmental studies and other expenses.









