The swearing in of Janet Nguyen and Todd Spitzer will bring a new — and potentially fleeting — sense of unity and cohesion to the top levels of the county Hall of Administration.
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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.
Santa Ana Disputes Grand Jury’s Allegations
City’s official response asserts that the Orange County grand jury was wrong when it declared that the controversial downtown tax was set up illegally.
Voice of Our Commentators
Here is another roundup of some of the most thought-provoking reader comments of the week.
Brown Act: Landmark for Protecting Open Government
The work of a reporter, an assemblyman and some sneaky officials led to the passage of the Ralph M. Brown Act 60 years ago.
Legislator Was a Champion of Parks
John P. Quimby, who authored the state law that lets local governments require developers to set aside land for parks, has died.
On The Agenda
Aliso Viejo considers its general plan, and Westminster’s redevelopment successor agency is reported to be $140 million in debt.
Top Community Editorials of 2012
Members of Voice of OC Community Editorial Board spearheaded a vibrant debate.
Another Year of High Impact Journalism
A look back on the nonprofit newsroom’s biggest stories and accomplishments in 2012.
Five Ways to Advance the Fight Against Valley Fever Epidemic
Getting more attention for Valley Fever, which has reached epidemic proportions in parts of California’s Central Valley, will require a coordinated effort among doctors, drug companies and patient groups.
County and State Resolve Dispute Over Housing Funds
The state had demanded redistribution of $29 million left over after dissolving redevelopment agencies.









