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Incumbent Mayor Valerie Amezcua, Attorney Dan Shimell, and Commissioner Dwayne Shipp Present Distinct Platforms Focusing on Public Safety, Housing, and Community Engagement Ahead of the 2026 Election.

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Advocates Call for a Transparent A, B, C Rating System, Citing Surrounding Counties' Success and Historical Issues with Transparency.

Oct 7

A Significant Public Safety Response Was Launched After an Individual Reported a Deadly Gaboon Viper Sighting, Later Admitting the Photographic Evidence Was Created by Artificial Intelligence.

Sep 30

Governor Newsom Signed AB 46, Granting Judges Expanded Authority to Deny Mental Health Diversion to Defendants Considered a Public Safety Risk, a Move Supported by Local Prosecutors.

Sep 22

The 'Know Your Limit' Campaign Aims to Raise Awareness About the Dangers of Impaired Driving Through Interactive Demonstrations.

Sep 21

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.

33 views·Sep 16

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

Sep 15

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

Sep 15

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.

Sep 14

Governor Gavin Newsom Signed AB 46, Empowering Judges to Better Assess Public Safety Risks and Treatment Plans in Mental Health Diversion Decisions.

Aug 28

Concerns Emerge Regarding Potential Effects on State Fiscal Health, Local Businesses, and Community Safety Under One Candidate's Proposals.

Aug 23

Governor Newsom's Signing of AB 46 Empowers Courts to Deny Diversion in Cases Where Defendants Pose an Undue Risk to Community Safety, a Move Lauded by Orange County Officials.

Aug 21

Tom Steyer's Policy Proposals for California Raise Questions Regarding Energy Costs, Criminal Justice, and the Business Environment.

Aug 9

Voters Reaffirm Support for Current Leadership in the 2026 County Sheriff's Race, Ensuring Continuity for Law Enforcement Services.

Jul 25