Irvine Approves Flying of LGBTQ+ Flag A Year After Denying Request
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The reversal came after broad community support for the flag raising and the City Council’s decision to recognize June as LGBTQ+ Pride Month.
Irvine to Discuss Flying Pride Flag After Previous Attempts Failed
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The City Council last year chose not to vote on similar resolutions, choosing instead to adopt a resolution allowing council members to fly flags in their offices.
Irvine City Council Member Announces Mayoral Bid, Setting Up Face Off With Current Mayor
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Farrah Khan announced her mayoral campaign Monday morning after weeks of speculation that she would be a candidate.
After Resident Pressing, Irvine City Council Approves Rent Assistance Program
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After months of pressure from Irvine residents calling for support, the council approved $2 million in aid that will come from outside support, not the general fund.
Irvine City Council Expresses Confidence In Police Tactics
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After a presentation by Police Chief Mike Hamel, the City Council expressed comfort that the police are practicing proper de-escalation tactics and appropriate use of force.
Calls Mount For Irvine Mayor to Recant Criticisms of Protestors
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Mayor Christina Shea has indicated she won’t issue any apology or retraction of her previous statements.
Thurgood Marshall Bar Association Criticizes Comments by Irvine Mayor
Irvine
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Mayor Christina Shea says that the press conference is part of an orchestrated effort to discredit her ahead of the 2020 election after opponents call her comments “out of touch.”
Irvine City Manager Resigns Abruptly, Cites Family Concerns
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City Manager John Russo’s resignation comes just after a series of controversies including the Veterans Cemetery and a Voice of OC series on the Great Park.
Irvine City Council Could Fire City Manager on Tuesday
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City Manager John Russo could be fired at Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, with no reason stated publicly yet, according to one City Council member.
Irvine Picks Golf Course for Veterans Cemetery During Heated Meeting
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The Irvine City Council picked a planned golf course within the Great Park as the future home of the state-run veterans cemetery, but a state bill looking to name another site conflicts with Irvine’s decision.