Tag: Orange County

27 Arrested in Orange County Fix-It Ticket Scam

SANTA ANA, Calif.—California Highway Patrol (CHP) officials released details Dec. 7 of an alleged fix-it ticket scheme for illegal street racers which led to 27 arrests in Orange County on Tuesday. “It is very rare to find and arrest all the suspects involved in an investigative case,” CHP Capt. Gilbert Campa told a group of…


Orange County Goes Democrat

Commentary For the first time in more than four decades, Democrats hold a majority on the Orange County Board of Supervisors, 3-2. Trending “purple” for the last two decades, OC now is moving directly into “blue” territory, the “red” increasingly being left behind. That’s after Supervisor Katrina Foley won reelection against former state Sen. Pat…


Orange County Board of Supervisors Goes Democrat

Commentary For the first time in more than four decades, Democrats hold a majority on the Orange County Board of Supervisors, 3-2. Trending “purple” for the last two decades, OC now is moving directly into “blue” territory, the “red” increasingly being left behind. That’s after Supervisor Katrina Foley won reelection against former state Sen. Pat…


Average SoCal Gas Price Drops Under $5 for First Time Since March

The average price of a gallon of regular gasoline in Southern California dropped under $5 Dec. 1 for the first time since early March, offering some respite for drivers during the holiday season. The Los Angeles County average price has decreased for 21 consecutive days—falling to $4.972—since rising to a record of $6.494 on Oct….


Orange County Supervisors Extend RSV Health Emergency

The Orange County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously on Nov. 29 to extend the county’s local health emergency for the respiratory virus known as RSV for another 30 days. The emergency allows the county to access federal and state resources for assistance and seek mutual aid from neighboring counties. The decision came after spokespersons for…


Orange County Votes Republican in November, but Preferred Democrats Last Election Cycle

California’s Orange County voted for Republicans in the governor’s cabinet and senate seat this year—according to unofficial election results—a stark contrast with four years ago. In the last statewide General Election in 2018, the county’s voters opted for Democrats, save for one Independent insurance commissioner candidate. A professor at Chapman University in Orange, California, told…


Family-Friendly Holiday Events in Orange County

With the holiday season in full swing, Orange County is jam-packed with upcoming festivities. This time of year is filled with local events to enjoy with loved ones and with special opportunities to give back to those in need. Newport Christmas Boat Parade Visitors are invited to watch colorful holiday light displays at Newport Landing…


OCTA Grants $3.1 Million to 13 Cities to Keep Roadside Trash out of Waterways

The Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) granted $3.1 million to 13 cities to improve water quality by keeping roadside trash out of waterways in 13 cities throughout the county, officials announced last week. The county’s approach is preventative—focusing on catching and removing litter and debris from roads before they make their way into waterways and…


Irvine Adopts Workload Rules, Safety Standards for Hotel Workers

The Irvine City Council Nov. 22 officially adopted an ordinance that will require better safety practices, higher pay in some areas, and a more balanced workload for hotel workers in the city. The council approved the second reading with a 3–1 vote—with Vice Mayor Anthony Kuo dissenting and Councilman Mike Carroll absent. Under the new…


Lighting of the Bay Kicks Off Holiday Season in Newport Beach

As the sun was setting in Newport Beach, the holiday favorite “Jingle Bells” played from a small stage as hundreds of families gathered to celebrate the 32nd Light of the Bay festivities. “We want to wish everyone a happy holiday season here at the Newport Dunes as we await to turn the lights on!” an…