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San Clemente Grapples With State Transparency Laws

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Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 2d

San Clemente City Council members addressed an alleged violation of the state’s open meeting law — seeing one council member recuse himself from a real estate negotiation after apparently divulging closed-door information.

San Clemente City Council members addressed an alleged violation of the state’s open meeting law — seeing one council member recuse himself from a real estate negotiation after apparently divulging closed-door information.

More Dogs and Cats Are Waiting to Get Adopted From OC Animal Care

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 2d

As of Oct. 9, there are 146 dogs and 114 cats at OC Animal Care in Tustin waiting to be adopted.

As of Oct. 9, there are 146 dogs and 114 cats at OC Animal Care in Tustin waiting to be adopted.

Brea Wants Trash Company to Help Customer Bills, Pay City $5.4 Million

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 2d

Brea officials want one of Orange County’s primary trash haulers to pay them over $5 million after labor disputes delayed garbage collection this past summer and in 2021.

Brea officials want one of Orange County’s primary trash haulers to pay them over $5 million after labor disputes delayed garbage collection this past summer and in 2021.

How Much is Huntington Beach’s Housing Fight Going to Cost Taxpayers?

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 2d

After a group of state appeals court judges ordered the city to face penalties in its lawsuits against state housing mandates, city leaders are set to find out what those penalties will be tomorrow.

After a group of state appeals court judges ordered the city to face penalties in its lawsuits against state housing mandates, city leaders are set to find out what those penalties will be tomorrow.

Keep it Down: Fullerton Moves to Restrict Downtown Noise

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 3d

A slight majority of Fullerton City Council members narrowly moved forward on an ordinance limiting how loud downtown businesses can get, saying it balances resident and business interests while their colleagues say it's too strict.

A slight majority of Fullerton City Council members narrowly moved forward on an ordinance limiting how loud downtown businesses can get, saying it balances resident and business interests while their colleagues say it's too strict.

Free Things to Do: Halloween Crafts and Volunteer Opportunities

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 3d

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Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 3d

Halloween-themed crafts and volunteer opportunities for all ages are among many free events offered through public libraries, OC Parks and museums this weekend.

Halloween-themed crafts and volunteer opportunities for all ages are among many free events offered through public libraries, OC Parks and museums this weekend.

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 3d

A recent controversial audit is sparking questions as to whether Santa Ana officials are spending too much or too little to insure cops after a City Councilman called on the state…

https://voiceofoc.org/2025/10/santa-ana-police-union-audit-controversy/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 4d

Santa Ana officials are launching an investigation into separate complaints by three cops alleging they were harassed by Councilman Johnathan Hernandez – a vocal police union…

https://voiceofoc.org/2025/10/santa-ana-council-harassment-investigation/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Will Orange County Supervisors Start an Investigation Into Potential Misspent Funds?

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 4d

County supervisors have been talking for over a year about bringing in outside auditors after their former colleague pleaded guilty to accepting bribes and rerouting millions of dollars.

County supervisors have been talking for over a year about bringing in outside auditors after their former colleague pleaded guilty to accepting bribes and rerouting millions of dollars.

OCTA Seeks Public Input to Help Shape Orange County’s Transportation Future

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Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 4d

OCTA Seeks Public Input to Help Shape Orange County’s Transportation Future

The Orange County Transportation Authority is preparing for the future of transportation throughout Orange County and invites residents, workers, and community leaders to help shape the long-range vision through the…

The Orange County Transportation Authority is preparing for the future of transportation throughout Orange County and invites residents, workers, and community leaders to help shape the long-range vision through the development of Directions 2050.

Pelleriti: Streets, Cars, and Streetcars

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 4d

Pelleriti: Streets, Cars, and Streetcars

The discrepancy in how freeway vs. public transit projects are scrutinized in the U.S. is hard to understate. Nowhere is that better demonstrated than the OC Streetcar.

The discrepancy in how freeway vs. public transit projects are scrutinized in the U.S. is hard to understate. Nowhere is that better demonstrated than the OC Streetcar.

Orange County’s Top Prosecutor Could See Another Trial Over Alleged Employee Retaliation

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 5d

Santa Ana Councilman Johnathan Hernandez – a staunch critic of the local police union – could be formally admonished by his council colleagues over allegations that he harassed a few…

https://voiceofoc.org/2025/10/santa-ana-councilman-hernandez-censure/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 5d

Orange County District Attorney Todd Sitzer could be facing a second trial questioning his conduct after a jury found he retaliated against a top prosecutor – costing the county over $3 million.

Orange County District Attorney Todd Sitzer could be facing a second trial questioning his conduct after a jury found he retaliated against a top prosecutor – costing the county over $3 million.

Hold Your Tongue: Cypress Bans Politicians From Disparaging Each Other at City Council Meetings

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 6d

Fullerton City Council members are considering cracking down on loud noises in the downtown area by setting sound limits for bars, cafes and restaurants in the commercial zone.

https://voiceofoc.org/2025/10/fullerton-noise-limits-downtown/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 6d

Cypress officials have adopted an ordinance prohibiting their colleagues from disparaging each other following the resignation of the controversial city manager.

Cypress officials have adopted an ordinance prohibiting their colleagues from disparaging each other following the resignation of the controversial city manager.

Voice of OC Joins Larry Mantle for 40th Anniversary AirTalk OC Tour

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 8d

Voice of OC Joins Larry Mantle for 40th Anniversary AirTalk OC Tour

This week, Norberto Santana, Jr. joined other guests from the Orange County Register and LAist addressing Orange County's political and journalism landscape.

This week, Norberto Santana, Jr. joined other guests from the Orange County Register and LAist addressing Orange County's political and journalism landscape.

A Look at OC Headlines as Federal Shutdown Impacts Huntington Beach Airshow

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Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 8d

The Pacific Airshow won’t see military jets because of the shutdown, while the county’s first veterans cemetery is facing a federal funding priority hurdle – these are just some of this week’s headlines.

The Pacific Airshow won’t see military jets because of the shutdown, while the county’s first veterans cemetery is facing a federal funding priority hurdle – these are just some of this week’s headlines.

OC Cambodians Look to the Future

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Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 9d

Orange County and Santa Ana honored the Cambodian community this year, marking 50 years since the Khmer Rouge genocide started, while one local Cambodian organization celebrates 45 years of service to refugees.

Orange County and Santa Ana honored the Cambodian community this year, marking 50 years since the Khmer Rouge genocide started, while one local Cambodian organization celebrates 45 years of service to refugees.

These Pets Are Available For Adoption at Orange County’s Animal Shelter

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 9d

As of Oct. 1, there are 147 dogs and 75 cats at OC Animal Care in Tustin waiting to be adopted.

As of Oct. 1, there are 147 dogs and 75 cats at OC Animal Care in Tustin waiting to be adopted.

Will CalOptima Release Probe of Convicted Orange County Supervisor Today?

Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 9d

A city councilman is calling on the state's top cop to probe the controversial Santa Ana police union – which spends heavily on local elections – and see if they are misusing taxpayer…

https://voiceofoc.org/2025/10/santa-ana-police-union-spending/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social

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Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 10d

Will CalOptima Release Probe of Convicted Orange County Supervisor Today?

The agency’s leaders are meeting for the first time in weeks as calls grow for them to publicly reveal what they found.

The agency’s leaders are meeting for the first time in weeks as calls grow for them to publicly reveal what they found.

Pacific Airshow Loses U.S. Military Planes Due to Federal Shutdown

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Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 10d

Pacific Airshow Loses U.S. Military Planes Due to Federal Shutdown

Groups like the US Air Force’s Thunderbirds will no longer be performing at the event after Congress was unable to pass a budget this week.

Groups like the US Air Force’s Thunderbirds will no longer be performing at the event after Congress was unable to pass a budget this week.

Free Things to Do: Health Events and Scenic Hikes

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Voice of OC @voiceofoc.bsky.social · 10d

A health expo in Irvine and hikes in the county’s preserved open space are among many free events offered through cities, public libraries and OC Parks this weekend.

A health expo in Irvine and hikes in the county’s preserved open space are among many free events offered through cities, public libraries and OC Parks this weekend.