Politics & Government

New Legislation, Championed by Auto Enthusiast Jay Leno, Expands Exemptions for Certain Vintage Vehicles Not Used for Everyday Transport.

The New Legislation, Sponsored by Jay Leno and the Specialty Equipment Market Association, Reshapes Regulations for Collector-Use Vehicles in California.

Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara Has Reversed a Decades-Old Policy, Which Could Lead to Discounts for Unmarried California Drivers.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

County Officials Are Divided on the Necessity of a County-Wide Emergency Declaration, Despite Activated Operations and Local City Declarations Following Recent Storm Impacts.

New Legislation and a Broader Definition of 'Flavored' Products Are Reshaping the Nicotine and Tobacco Market Across the State, Impacting Local Sales and Online Access.

A Policy Advocated by Mayor Connor Traut Is Under Scrutiny Following City Staff Reports of Project Cost Overruns and Significant Bidding Challenges.

Authored by Senator Catherine Blakespear, SB 954 Moves to the Assembly, Seeking to Revise a Previous Law That Allowed Heavy Manufacturing Plants to Bypass Safety Reviews.

A County Plan to Convert a Youth Center on Hesperian Way Into a Transitional Housing Facility Has Ignited Strong Opposition From Local Residents and Business Owners, Drawing Scrutiny to Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento's Role.

A One-Year Pilot Program for San Juan and Trabuco Creeks Has Exposed Differing Views on Policy Authority and Transparency Between Supervisors Don Wagner and Katrina Foley.

The California Avocado Commission Warns of an Unlevel Playing Field and Risks to Domestic Agriculture, Calling for Tariffs on Mexican Imports During Peak Harvest Season.

A Recent Survey, Reportedly From the Anaheim Police Association, Explored Potential Campaign Messages for Incumbent Councilwoman Natalie Rubalcava and Challenger Elia Renteria.

New Statewide Statutes, Including 21 Additional Bills Signed by Governor Newsom, Are Set to Impact Local Schools, Businesses, and Daily Commutes Across Orange County.

Legislation Authored by Senator Catherine Blakespear Aims to End Broad Industrial Exemptions Following a Significant Chemical Incident That Prompted Mass Evacuations in Orange County.

Community Members and Business Owners Express Fury Over a Proposed Adult Reentry Center on Hesperian Way, While County Records Indicate Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento Repeatedly Voted on Its Funding Framework.

The Decision to Halt Routine Spraying in San Juan and Trabuco Creeks Has Intensified a Debate Between Supervisors Don Wagner and Katrina Foley Over Policy Ownership and Transparency.

A Look at the Former HHS Secretary's Record Reveals Concerns Regarding Campaign Finance, Corporate Influence, and Oversight of Federal Programs.

The Democratic Party of Orange County Faces a Challenging Decision Regarding a Candidate's Past Social Media Post, Weighing Progressive Support Against Deep Community Sensitivities.

Domestic Producers Call for Seasonal Tariffs on Mexican Imports, Citing Risks of a “culinary Disaster” and Compromised Supply Chains.