Orange Journey — Local News

City Projects Face Significant Budget Overruns and Bidding Difficulties Attributed to the Community Workforce Agreement Implemented Under Mayor Connor Traut's Leadership.

Policies Following a 2022 Board Election Have Raised Questions About District Oversight, Resource Allocation, and a Significant Exodus of Experienced Administrators.

The Incident, Which Killed a Local Car Enthusiast and a Visiting Model, Has Drawn Attention to Irvine's Ongoing Efforts to Curb Speeding and Street Racing.

Orange County's Megan Hodges Was Instrumental in the U.s. Women's U23 Volleyball Team's Gold Medal Victory and Recognized for Her Dominant Play at the Net.

A Proposal to Convert a Youth Guidance Center Into an Adult Reentry Facility in Santa Ana Has Ignited Outrage Among Residents and Business Owners, Who Cite a Lack of Transparency and Public Safety Concerns.

Orange County Business Council CEO Jeffrey Ball and Education Leaders Discussed the Critical Role of Student Preparation in Sustaining the Region's Economic Growth.

A Newly Filed Lawsuit Claims Critical Maintenance Deficiencies at the Regional Rail Service Have Endangered Passengers and Led to Multiple Incidents, While a Former Chief Operating Officer Alleges He Was Terminated for Raising Alarms.

An Economic Analysis Projects a Significant Surge in Economic Output and Jobs Across Five Counties, Though the Study's Authors and Local Stakeholders Also Highlight Financial Considerations and Potential Practical Impacts.

Tara Shor, Founder of Shorrbeauty, Emphasizes Personalized Corrective Treatments and Client Education as Foundations for Self-Assurance.

Officials Collected Nearly 1,000 Electric Vehicles in an Unprecedented Effort, but the Program's Cost and Effectiveness Garnered Significant Online Scrutiny.

Unlike Neighboring Counties, Orange County Currently Uses an Opaque System for Food Establishment Inspections, Prompting Calls for Change Amidst Public Health Concerns.

Policies Under Review Include Environmental Regulations, Criminal Justice Reforms, and Tax Proposals, with Potential Impacts on Local Residents and Businesses.

After Homes Were Flooded and Coasts Eroded From Recent Swells, Orange County Officials Prepare for a New, Powerful Kelvin Wave Poised to Raise Sea Levels.

New State Law Grants Judges Greater Power to Deny Mental Health Diversion to Defendants Deemed a Public Safety Risk, Drawing Praise From Law Enforcement and Orange County Prosecutors.

The Public Rebuke by Udw/afscme Local 3930 Signals a Significant Shift in California Labor Politics Regarding Accountability for High-Ranking Officials.

A Newly Released Video Spotlights the Debate on Transgender Participation in Girls' Athletics, as Statewide Polling Reveals Unease Among California Voters.

Residents Consider Value, Variety, and Atmosphere When Choosing Between the Vibrant Scenes of Downtown Santa Ana and the Sprawling Options of Long Beach for an Evening Out.

A Review of the Anaheim Union High School District's 2024 Teacher Reduction Process Highlights Community Concerns and District Financial Decisions.

Average Prices in Orange County and Los Angeles County Have Continued an Extended Climb, Reaching Their Highest Points in Months, with Experts Citing Middle East Conflict as a Primary Factor.

Following a Constituent Lawsuit, Three Candidates Vying for Seats on the Orange Unified School District Board Were Ordered to Amend or Remove False or Misleading Claims From Their Official Ballot Materials.

Gubernatorial Hopeful Steve Hilton Has Outlined a Proposal Aimed at Addressing Widespread Frustration with the Department of Motor Vehicles by Eliminating the Agency and Significantly Altering Vehicle Registration Processes and Costs.

The California Labor Commissioner’s Office Announced the Wage Will Climb by 2027, Raising Questions for Orange County Taxpayers and Employers About Inflation and Entry-Level Employment.

Ihsan Youssif Iskandar Was Convicted of Five Felony Counts Involving Two Young Girls He Met Through His Girlfriend in Westminster.

While Plant Owners Assure Near-Term Safety, Experts Warn of Long-Term Geological and Environmental Risks for Millions of Pounds of Radioactive Material with No Permanent Federal Solution.

Intense Waves Have Caused Widespread Destruction From Malibu to San Diego, Impacting Homes and Infrastructure, with Experts Warning of a Significantly Stronger Winter Ahead.