Number of prescriptions written for Orange County’s poor has
increased by 123 percent since 2007.
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Santa Ana Shopping Cart Law Shows Extent of Mayor’s Business Dealings
The city’s ordinance that dictates how markets have to corral
their carts benefits a company owned by R.J. Brandes, a wealthy
local business man and a Pulido client for many years.
Moveable Clinics Seek Out Homeless in Orange County
At least 500,000 county residents are believed to lack health
insurance. Clinics like those staffed by Kaiser doctors and
volunteers help fill the need.
High-Speed Rail Battle Plans in Full Swing
Both advocates and critics of the $43-billion project’s
leadership move to bolster their cases.
Krom Picked to Chair Great Park Board
She replaces Larry Agran who said the politics of being chairman
wouldn’t allow him to focus on projects he’s interested in — like
a massive forestation effort at the park.
Getting Medical Care to the Most Vulnerable
People living on the streets in Orange County have few options
when they fall ill. A coalition of programs is working to improve
the situation.
Irvine City Council Has a New Vibe
Republicans and Democrats are actually on speaking terms after
years of bitter acrimony. But will that dynamic last?
UCI Releases Study on Dangers of LED Lights
Eco-friendly lights contain lead and other contaminants, study
finds.
Omission in Santa Ana Downtown Tax Law Riles Property Owners
Members of a group fighting a downtown assessment levy say they
are suffering from taxation without representation.
Gearing Up for Pension Battle Royal
Local GOP officials are inviting electeds throughout Orange
County to pension “boot camp.” Union officials warn against such a
confrontational approach.










