Tag: Angel Stadium

Anaheim to Release Investigation Into Angel Stadium Sale to FBI, California AG

The Anaheim City Council has approved releasing details of its independent investigation into corruption allegations surrounding the sale of Anaheim Stadium to state Attorney General Rob Bonta and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Councilors voted unanimously July 18 to waive attorney-client privilege relating to a 200-page report by the JL Group, a Laguna Niguel-based…


Angels Owner Decides Not To Sell Team

Los Angeles Angels baseball team owner Arte Moreno has abandoned efforts to sell the franchise, the team announced Jan. 23. He and his family will continue ownership through the 2023 season and beyond. Moreno officially began exploring the sale in August after nearly two decades as owner. In his latest announcement on social media, Moreno…


Family Events in Orange County This Weekend

‘Family Musical Encounters’ at Concordia University Enjoy the Concordia Wind Orchestra performing the family-friendly concert “A Tail of Two Tunes.” The concert will include familiar cartoon themes and toy-inspired music. Following the performance, walk to the Music Building where children of all ages can enjoy interactive musical demonstrations from various stations including brass tryouts, percussion…


Anaheim Suspends Plans to Build Fire Station at Angel Stadium

Anaheim officials notified the attorney representing the Angels baseball team last week that the city would not move forward with building a fire station at Angel Stadium. Team owner Arte Moreno’s firm, SRB Management, threatened to sue the city over what his attorney deemed a violation of the team’s lease after Anaheim approved the construction…


For Anaheim Mayoral Candidate Ashleigh Aitken, It’s All About the Economy

As the Nov. 8 election approaches, Anaheim mayoral candidate and businesswoman Ashleigh Aitken said she wants to prioritize economic development in the city. “The most important issue for me is restoring Anaheim as the economic powerhouse of the region,” Aitken told The Epoch Times. To achieve such a goal, Aitken said it is important for…


Angels Owner Seeks $5 Million From Anaheim After City Voided Stadium Sale

Angels baseball owner Arte Moreno’s management firm is asking Anaheim to return $5 million plus legal fees for walking away from a stadium sale earlier this year and said the city has violated the team’s lease by planning to build a fire station in the ballpark’s parking area. SRB Management sent a letter to the…


Anaheim Officials Return Campaign Donations After FBI Investigation

Three Anaheim city councilors have returned several campaign donations to donors linked to corruption investigations conducted by the FBI. Details of alleged fraudulent payment schemes were released by the Federal Bureau of Investigation in affidavits that were made public in May involving the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce’s CEO Todd Ament and an unnamed political consultant….


OC Vibe Hopes to Add Entertainment, Shops, Housing Around Anaheim’s Honda Center

The Anaheim City Council will consider approving Sept. 27 a new, privately financed $4 billion OC Vibe entertainment, food, and housing project proposed by Anaheim Ducks hockey team owners Henry and Susan Samueli to be built around the Honda Center. The Samuelis’ H&S Ventures company hopes to start work at the end of this year…


Anaheim Pushes Back on Grand Jury Allegations

The City of Anaheim will respond this week to a grand jury report that found the city’s handling of the $320 million Angel Stadium deal was rushed, lacked transparency, and betrayed constituents. A 4–2 vote by the city council Aug. 23 gave staff the approval it needed to send a letter (pdf) to the Orange…


Angels Owner Considering Selling Baseball Team

After nearly two decades as owner of the Angels, Arte Moreno is exploring a sale of the baseball team. “Although this difficult decision was entirely our choice and deserved a great deal of thoughtful consideration, my family and I have ultimately come to the conclusion that now is the time,” he said in a statement…