Graduating As a Mom
Michelle Story’s kids will see their mom recognized at UCI’s graduation this summer —one of 2.6 million moms across America in school.
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Longtime Anaheim Union High School District Trustee Anna Piercy Dies
Anna Piercy, also a former Cypress mayor, passed away Monday after a battle with cancer, leaving behind a vacant seat on the Anaheim Union High School District Board of Trustees.
Huntington Beach Leaders Shoot Down Putting Library Outsourcing on the Ballot
City leaders have routinely engaged in a series of debates over the past year on library policies, with both sides accusing the other of moving the city in the wrong direction.
Free Things To Do This Weekend Across OC
Gardening talks, paint programs, hikes and children’s events: These are just a few of many free, family-friendly events offered through OC Parks and public libraries.
Orange County Homeless Population Continues Growing
According to a federally mandated biennial headcount, Orange County’s homeless population grew by 28%.
Huntington Beach Becomes Latest OC City Hit With Voting Rights Lawsuit
The lawsuit – coming from Victor Valladares, a member of the OC Democratic Party – alleges the current system disenfranchises minority voters and city council candidates.
Raiders to Train in Costa Mesa, Officials Expect $1.3 Million Tax Revenue Boost
The NFL team will hold a summer preseason training camp at the Jack Hammett Sports Complex and make $600,000 in improvements to two of the fields.
How Deep Does OC District Attorney Todd Spitzer Look Into His Own Office?
While the Conviction Integrity Unit gives the DA’s office a clean bill of health, there are questions circulating around multiple high-profile cases that were thrown out due to misconduct.
Orange County Gears Up For Juneteenth Celebrations
Cities across Orange County and local organizations are planning how to celebrate Juneteenth and commemorate the day the last enslaved people in the U.S. were freed.
Placentia Officials Raise Concerns About ‘Blank Check’ to Construction Consultants
Council members are concerned that a $3 million contract could be a “blank check” to a couple of construction management companies they had issues with over projects in the past.
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Voice of OC Announces New Board Member Anaheim Businessman Bill Taormina
Local Anaheim business leader and community activist Bill Taormina is joining the Voice of OC Board of Directors.
Voice of OC Welcomes New Interns
California State University, Fullerton, Seniors Gigi Gradillas and Hugo Rios join the newsroom as interns covering local cities
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