Noah Biesiada, Spencer Custodio https://voiceofoc.org/author/scustodio/ Orange County's Nonprofit Newsroom Wed, 23 Oct 2024 21:48:41 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://voiceofoc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/cropped-VoiceofOC.icon_.EXTRASMALL-32x32.png Noah Biesiada, Spencer Custodio https://voiceofoc.org/author/scustodio/ 32 32 128151149 OC Supervisor Andrew Do Charged With Corruption by Federal Prosecutors https://voiceofoc.org/2024/10/oc-supervisor-andrew-do-charged-with-corruption-by-federal-prosecutors/ Tue, 22 Oct 2024 17:12:43 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3204576

Federal prosecutors are charging Supervisor Andrew Do with corruption, which could carry a maximum of 5 years in prison. Officials say Do has agreed to plead guilty.

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Federal prosecutors are charging Supervisor Andrew Do with corruption, which could carry a maximum of 5 years in prison. Officials say Do has agreed to plead guilty.

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Orange Considers Car Rebate as Auto Industry Poised to Oppose Sales Tax Measure https://voiceofoc.org/2024/10/orange-considers-car-rebate-as-auto-industry-poised-to-oppose-sales-tax-measure/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:00:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3203890

Orange City Council members could institute a rebate for residents buying cars in the city if voters adopt a 0.5% sales tax increase. It comes as the local auto industry is poised to oppose a proposed November tax measure.

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Orange City Council members could institute a rebate for residents buying cars in the city if voters adopt a 0.5% sales tax increase. It comes as the local auto industry is poised to oppose a proposed November tax measure.

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Anaheim Publicly Introduces Ethics Officer https://voiceofoc.org/2024/09/anaheim-publicly-introduces-ethics-officer/ Wed, 25 Sep 2024 18:00:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3202229

After years of transparency concerns that culminated in the collapse of the Angel Stadium sale after revelations of an FBI corruption probe, Anaheim officials publicly introduce the city’s new ethics officer.

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After years of transparency concerns that culminated in the collapse of the Angel Stadium sale after revelations of an FBI corruption probe, Anaheim officials publicly introduce the city’s new ethics officer.

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Fullerton City Council Hopefuls Offer Different Ideas on Fixing Roads, Budget https://voiceofoc.org/2024/09/fullerton-city-council-hopefuls-offer-different-ideas-on-fixing-roads-budget/ Tue, 24 Sep 2024 21:00:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3202210

Seven candidates all offered up different approaches to repair Fullerton’s rundown roads, fix the rocky budget and build more affordable housing at a Monday night question and answer forum.

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Seven candidates all offered up different approaches to repair Fullerton’s rundown roads, fix the rocky budget and build more affordable housing at a Monday night question and answer forum.

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Orange County Firefighters Battle 8,500-Acre Wildfire in Trabuco https://voiceofoc.org/2024/09/orange-county-firefighters-battle-1900-acre-wildfire-in-trabuco/ Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:21:15 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3201663

OC Fire Authority officials say what started as a vegetation fire Monday has grown to roughly 8,500 acres Tuesday morning, forcing evacuations in the area of Trabuco Creek Road.

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OC Fire Authority officials say what started as a vegetation fire Monday has grown to roughly 8,500 acres Tuesday morning, forcing evacuations in the area of Trabuco Creek Road.

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Orange County Voter Guide: November 2024 General Election https://voiceofoc.org/2024/09/orange-county-voter-guide-november-2024-general-election/ Tue, 03 Sep 2024 12:56:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3201314

A rundown of the key races and sales tax increase measures in Orange County on the November ballot including the race to replace Supervisor Andrew Do – who is at the center of OC’s latest controversy.

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A rundown of the key races and sales tax increase measures in Orange County on the November ballot including the race to replace Supervisor Andrew Do – who is at the center of OC’s latest controversy.

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Orange County Grapples With Summer COVID Wave https://voiceofoc.org/2024/08/orange-county-grapples-with-summer-covid-wave/ Mon, 05 Aug 2024 12:58:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3200169

The positivity rate has jumped to over 18% and could keep climbing, according to infectious disease experts. But hospitalizations remain relatively low, largely attributed to vaccinations and previous infections.

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The positivity rate has jumped to over 18% and could keep climbing, according to infectious disease experts. But hospitalizations remain relatively low, largely attributed to vaccinations and previous infections.

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How Did a Huntington Beach Air Show Become Embroiled in Controversy and Politics?    https://voiceofoc.org/2024/07/how-did-a-huntington-beach-air-show-become-embroiled-in-controversy-and-politics/ Mon, 15 Jul 2024 12:58:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3199150

Recently released settlement documents show a majority of Surf City council members gave up thousands of parking spots and waived numerous fees in what critics call a politically motivated bad deal.

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Recently released settlement documents show a majority of Surf City council members gave up thousands of parking spots and waived numerous fees in what critics call a politically motivated bad deal.

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HB Leaders Give Up Thousands of Public Parking Spots to Airshow Operators, Settlement Shows https://voiceofoc.org/2024/07/hb-leaders-give-up-thousands-of-public-parking-spots-to-airshow-operators-settlement-shows/ Wed, 10 Jul 2024 22:58:02 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3199075

Settlement documents show Surf City officials guaranteeing Pacific Airshow operators exclusive event rights while handing over up to 4,100 public parking spaces and waiving public safety fees and costs for the show.

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Settlement documents show Surf City officials guaranteeing Pacific Airshow operators exclusive event rights while handing over up to 4,100 public parking spaces and waiving public safety fees and costs for the show.

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Orange Residents May Soon Vote on Effort to Raise Sales Tax to Keep City Budget Afloat https://voiceofoc.org/2024/06/orange-residents-may-soon-vote-on-effort-to-raise-sales-tax-to-keep-city-budget-afloat/ Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:00:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3198429

As city officials grapple with a multi-million dollar budget deficit, city council members are expected this week to ask voters to increase sales tax on themselves.

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As city officials grapple with a multi-million dollar budget deficit, city council members are expected this week to ask voters to increase sales tax on themselves.

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Anaheim Institutes Oversight of Controversial Tourism Bureau https://voiceofoc.org/2024/06/anaheim-institutes-oversight-of-controversial-tourism-bureau/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 17:00:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3198277

Anaheim City Council members are rolling out an oversight board on Visit Anaheim in an effort to make sure tourism tax dollars are being spent properly after a scathing state audit on the tourism bureau.

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Anaheim City Council members are rolling out an oversight board on Visit Anaheim in an effort to make sure tourism tax dollars are being spent properly after a scathing state audit on the tourism bureau.

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City of Orange Marches Closer to Sales Tax Increase to Patch Bleeding Budget https://voiceofoc.org/2024/06/city-of-orange-marches-closer-to-sales-tax-increase-to-patch-bleeding-budget/ Wed, 12 Jun 2024 20:00:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3198031

City officials are grappling with a multi-million dollar deficit and after slashing roughly $4 million in spending, city council members are moving forward to ask voters for a sales tax increase.

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City officials are grappling with a multi-million dollar deficit and after slashing roughly $4 million in spending, city council members are moving forward to ask voters for a sales tax increase.

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Anaheim Moves to Take Over Motel That Houses ‘Nefarious Activities’ https://voiceofoc.org/2024/05/anaheim-moves-to-take-over-motel-that-houses-nefarious-activities/ Wed, 22 May 2024 19:01:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3197395

City council members and staff said eminent domain is a last resort, but noted the owner of the Rainbow Inn hasn’t tried to address problems that’s made it a magnet for crime that gets a disproportionate police response.

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City council members and staff said eminent domain is a last resort, but noted the owner of the Rainbow Inn hasn’t tried to address problems that’s made it a magnet for crime that gets a disproportionate police response.

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Huntington Beach Threatens CA Auditor With Lawsuit Over Airshow Settlement Probe https://voiceofoc.org/2024/05/huntington-beach-threatens-ca-auditor-with-lawsuit-over-airshow-settlement-probe/ Wed, 22 May 2024 05:15:01 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3197393

Officials claim since Surf City is governed by a charter, the California Auditor doesn’t have jurisdiction to conduct a probe into their secret $5.4 million airshow settlement. A superior court judge recently tossed a similar claim in the city’s housing lawsuit.

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Officials claim since Surf City is governed by a charter, the California Auditor doesn’t have jurisdiction to conduct a probe into their secret $5.4 million airshow settlement. A superior court judge recently tossed a similar claim in the city’s housing lawsuit.

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Anaheim Considers Takeover of Beach Boulevard Motel https://voiceofoc.org/2024/05/anaheim-considers-takeover-of-beach-boulevard-motel/ Tue, 21 May 2024 19:01:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3197311

City officials could be looking to take over the Rainbow Inn through eminent domain and develop the property into affordable housing.

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City officials could be looking to take over the Rainbow Inn through eminent domain and develop the property into affordable housing.

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Does Prop 1 Mean More Group Homes for Orange County? https://voiceofoc.org/2024/04/does-prop-1-mean-more-group-homes-for-orange-county/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 12:58:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3196250

Proponents of the measure say it's a critical step to curb substance abuse and mental health issues while building more housing for homeless people. Critics say it exacerbates group homes and shifts funding from counties to the state.

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Proponents of the measure say it's a critical step to curb substance abuse and mental health issues while building more housing for homeless people. Critics say it exacerbates group homes and shifts funding from counties to the state.

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Orange School Board Gets New President in Wake of Recall https://voiceofoc.org/2024/04/orange-school-board-gets-new-president-in-wake-of-recall/ Fri, 12 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3196141

A slim majority of Orange Unified School Board members decided it was time for a new school board president following the recall of two members and claims the past president violated people’s First Amendment rights.

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A slim majority of Orange Unified School Board members decided it was time for a new school board president following the recall of two members and claims the past president violated people’s First Amendment rights.

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Huntington Beach Barred From Approving Any New Housing Developments https://voiceofoc.org/2024/04/huntington-beach-barred-from-approving-any-new-housing-developments/ Mon, 01 Apr 2024 12:58:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3195639

A San Diego Superior Court judge temporarily halted Surf City’s ability to approve new housing sites that don’t meet state density requirements.

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A San Diego Superior Court judge temporarily halted Surf City’s ability to approve new housing sites that don’t meet state density requirements.

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Third Orange County City Leaves CA League of Cities Over Prop 1 https://voiceofoc.org/2024/03/third-orange-county-city-leaves-ca-league-of-cities-over-prop-1/ Thu, 28 Mar 2024 17:00:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3195549

The City of Orange became OC’s third city to leave the state’s largest municipal advocacy organization over its support for a statewide measure officials fear could worsen the drug treatment home situation in neighborhoods.

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The City of Orange became OC’s third city to leave the state’s largest municipal advocacy organization over its support for a statewide measure officials fear could worsen the drug treatment home situation in neighborhoods.

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CA State Bill Looks to Give Cities Regulation Over Sober Living Homes https://voiceofoc.org/2024/03/ca-state-bill-looks-to-give-cities-regulation-over-sober-living-homes/ Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:00:00 +0000 https://voiceofoc.org/?p=3195482

It comes as cities throughout Orange County and California struggle with regulating sober living and other group homes that are a nuisance to neighborhoods – something local officials fear Prop 1 could worsen.

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It comes as cities throughout Orange County and California struggle with regulating sober living and other group homes that are a nuisance to neighborhoods – something local officials fear Prop 1 could worsen.

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