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Meet the Santa Ana Activist Who Spent Her Teenagehood at City Hall

by Brandon Pho Feb 16, 2021Feb 28, 2021 Why you can trust Voice of OC

Citlali Ruiz’s activism in Santa Ana goes back to high school.

Santa Ana Council Kills Plan for Youth Programs

by Nick Gerda Feb 9, 2017Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC

In a split vote, the council voted against a plan to issue $500,000 in grants for local youth programs. Council members on each side of the issue said the money is being saved for police.

Countywide, Investigative, News Briefs, Santa Ana, Top Stories

Santa Ana Awards Federal Grant Funds to Nonprofits

by Adam Elmahrek Apr 22, 2015Jul 9, 2021 Why you can trust Voice of OC

For the first time in years, a portion of Santa Ana’s $5.4 million allocation under the federal Community Development Block Grant program will be allocated to nonprofits providing public services.

Government, Safety, Security & Justice, Santa Ana, Top Stories, Transportation

Where The Sidewalk Starts: Fighting for Safer Streets in Santa Ana

by JENNY CAIN Feb 23, 2015Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC

A new workshop series addresses the realities facing the city’s pedestrians and seeks ways to make it a less car-centric place.

Countywide, Health & Wellness, Top Stories, Transportation

UC Irvine Forum Focuses on a More Bike-Friendly OC

by Voice of OC Oct 22, 2013Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC

Politicians, activists and policy experts talk about how to create safe and sustainable transportation options in the post-freeway era.

Build a Class and They Will Come

by Voice of OC Oct 21, 2013Dec 8, 2020 Why you can trust Voice of OC

Once the domain of those who could afford gym memberships, fitness classes are now increasingly available to low-income families, who are flocking to them. The programs not only yield personal health benefits but also empower communities.