Voice of OC
@voiceofoc.bsky.social
Reporting the decisions shaping OC — in real time.
Nonprofit. No ads. Just the truth, funded by readers like you.
✍️ Give today: https://bit.ly/4pioa8T
📰 Get our free newsletter: http://bit.ly/4nnA2V9
Nonprofit. No ads. Just the truth, funded by readers like you.
✍️ Give today: https://bit.ly/4pioa8T
📰 Get our free newsletter: http://bit.ly/4nnA2V9
OC veterans and county officials call on Sacramento to begin building the county’s first veterans cemetery, Fullerton backs away from an immigrant aid proposal – these are just some of the county’s biggest headlines this week.
Orange County’s Biggest Headlines of Veterans Day Week
OC veterans and county officials call on Sacramento to begin building the county’s first veterans cemetery, Fullerton backs away from an immigrant aid proposal – these are just some of the county’s biggest headlines this week.
voiceofoc.org
November 14, 2025 at 7:01 PM
OC veterans and county officials call on Sacramento to begin building the county’s first veterans cemetery, Fullerton backs away from an immigrant aid proposal – these are just some of the county’s biggest headlines this week.
Leaders from Orange County Animal Care are encouraging U.S. military veterans to adopt a free pet under the Pets for Vets Act.
Pets for Vets: Orange County Animal Shelter Adoption Fees Waived for Veterans
Leaders from Orange County Animal Care are encouraging U.S. military veterans to adopt a free pet under the Pets for Vets Act.
voiceofoc.org
November 14, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Leaders from Orange County Animal Care are encouraging U.S. military veterans to adopt a free pet under the Pets for Vets Act.
Councilmembers increased the budget from $250,000 to $600,000 due to the need for additional staffing, shuttles, vendors, and planning after this year’s traffic nightmare during the Fourth of July celebration at the Great Park.
Irvine Doubles Fourth of July Budget After Great Park Traffic Nightmare
Councilmembers increased the budget from $250,000 to $600,000 due to the need for additional staffing, shuttles, vendors, and planning after this year’s traffic nightmare during the Fourth of July celebration at the Great Park.
voiceofoc.org
November 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Councilmembers increased the budget from $250,000 to $600,000 due to the need for additional staffing, shuttles, vendors, and planning after this year’s traffic nightmare during the Fourth of July celebration at the Great Park.
Garden Grove will join a host of Orange County cities that have launched an online resource hub for immigrant families on their municipal websites.
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/immigration-resource-hub-garden-grove/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/immigration-resource-hub-garden-grove/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
November 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Garden Grove will join a host of Orange County cities that have launched an online resource hub for immigrant families on their municipal websites.
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/immigration-resource-hub-garden-grove/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/immigration-resource-hub-garden-grove/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
A dinosaur-themed event and a sewing machine workshop are among many free events offered through public libraries, OC Parks and museums this weekend.
Free Things to Do: Creative Workshops and Kid’s Activities
A dinosaur-themed event and a sewing machine workshop are among many free events offered through public libraries, OC Parks and museums this weekend.
voiceofoc.org
November 13, 2025 at 1:58 PM
A dinosaur-themed event and a sewing machine workshop are among many free events offered through public libraries, OC Parks and museums this weekend.
Last week, Costa Mesa city councilmembers respond to employee calls for improved staffing following Long Beach’s lead requiring employees to be on-hand at self-check out stands.
Costa Mesa Might Require Staffing at Self-Checkout Stands
Last week, Costa Mesa city councilmembers respond to employee calls for improved staffing following Long Beach’s lead requiring employees to be on-hand at self-check out stands.
voiceofoc.org
November 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Last week, Costa Mesa city councilmembers respond to employee calls for improved staffing following Long Beach’s lead requiring employees to be on-hand at self-check out stands.
The push to become a charter city began earlier this year after city officials voiced concerns about state housing quotas and said a charter would allow the city to sidestep several state-level…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/fountain-valley-charter-city/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/fountain-valley-charter-city/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
November 12, 2025 at 1:58 PM
The push to become a charter city began earlier this year after city officials voiced concerns about state housing quotas and said a charter would allow the city to sidestep several state-level…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/fountain-valley-charter-city/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/fountain-valley-charter-city/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
When Will Orange County Veterans See Ground Breaking on a Cemetery?
While federal leaders put the project on a list for possible funding at the beginning of the government shutdown, it’s unclear when construction could begin.
While federal leaders put the project on a list for possible funding at the beginning of the government shutdown, it’s unclear when construction could begin.
When Will Orange County Veterans See Ground Breaking on a Cemetery?
While federal leaders put the project on a list for possible funding at the beginning of the government shutdown, it’s unclear when construction could begin.
voiceofoc.org
November 11, 2025 at 6:00 PM
When Will Orange County Veterans See Ground Breaking on a Cemetery?
While federal leaders put the project on a list for possible funding at the beginning of the government shutdown, it’s unclear when construction could begin.
While federal leaders put the project on a list for possible funding at the beginning of the government shutdown, it’s unclear when construction could begin.
Ceremonies, parades and flag displays are among many free events offered in honor of military men and women this Veterans Day.
Where to Celebrate Veterans Across OC
Ceremonies, parades and flag displays are among many free events offered in honor of military men and women this Veterans Day.
voiceofoc.org
November 11, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Ceremonies, parades and flag displays are among many free events offered in honor of military men and women this Veterans Day.
Resnick: Santiago Canyon College Faculty Take a Stand Against a Culture of Mistrust
In an unprecedented move, the Academic Senate representing the faculty of Santiago Canyon College voted near unanimously on a Vote of No Confidence for President Jeannie Kim. Citing violations of numerous state…
In an unprecedented move, the Academic Senate representing the faculty of Santiago Canyon College voted near unanimously on a Vote of No Confidence for President Jeannie Kim. Citing violations of numerous state…
Resnick: Santiago Canyon College Faculty Take a Stand Against a Culture of Mistrust
In an unprecedented move, the Academic Senate representing the faculty of Santiago Canyon College voted near unanimously on a Vote of No Confidence for President Jeannie Kim. Citing violations of numerous state policies and documented grievances, the Academic Senate outlined ethical failures and mistrust that has resulted in low morale at the east Orange campus.
voiceofoc.org
November 11, 2025 at 7:13 AM
Resnick: Santiago Canyon College Faculty Take a Stand Against a Culture of Mistrust
In an unprecedented move, the Academic Senate representing the faculty of Santiago Canyon College voted near unanimously on a Vote of No Confidence for President Jeannie Kim. Citing violations of numerous state…
In an unprecedented move, the Academic Senate representing the faculty of Santiago Canyon College voted near unanimously on a Vote of No Confidence for President Jeannie Kim. Citing violations of numerous state…
Today and every day, our nonprofit newsroom is ready to cover the stories that need to be told.
If you rely on our local journalism, will you contribute to Voice of OC during our NewsMatch campaign?
Thank you! Donate here: bit.ly/3Xa7gMB
If you rely on our local journalism, will you contribute to Voice of OC during our NewsMatch campaign?
Thank you! Donate here: bit.ly/3Xa7gMB
November 10, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Today and every day, our nonprofit newsroom is ready to cover the stories that need to be told.
If you rely on our local journalism, will you contribute to Voice of OC during our NewsMatch campaign?
Thank you! Donate here: bit.ly/3Xa7gMB
If you rely on our local journalism, will you contribute to Voice of OC during our NewsMatch campaign?
Thank you! Donate here: bit.ly/3Xa7gMB
New developments in Anaheim Hills will have to pay 36% more on sewer impact fees after officials put a proposed gate tax measure on Disneyland on ice that could…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/sewer-fees-for-new-developments-in-anaheim-hills-are-going-up/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/sewer-fees-for-new-developments-in-anaheim-hills-are-going-up/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
November 10, 2025 at 6:00 PM
New developments in Anaheim Hills will have to pay 36% more on sewer impact fees after officials put a proposed gate tax measure on Disneyland on ice that could…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/sewer-fees-for-new-developments-in-anaheim-hills-are-going-up/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/sewer-fees-for-new-developments-in-anaheim-hills-are-going-up/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
Real journalism costs time. Access. Persistence.
Now, your gift can go 2x as far to keep local news free and fearless.
Support watchdog reporting before Dec. 31, all donations matched up to $1,000. bit.ly/3Xa7gMB
Now, your gift can go 2x as far to keep local news free and fearless.
Support watchdog reporting before Dec. 31, all donations matched up to $1,000. bit.ly/3Xa7gMB
November 10, 2025 at 5:41 PM
Real journalism costs time. Access. Persistence.
Now, your gift can go 2x as far to keep local news free and fearless.
Support watchdog reporting before Dec. 31, all donations matched up to $1,000. bit.ly/3Xa7gMB
Now, your gift can go 2x as far to keep local news free and fearless.
Support watchdog reporting before Dec. 31, all donations matched up to $1,000. bit.ly/3Xa7gMB
A majority of Fullerton City Council members voted to table proposed aid funds to help protect immigrants in court from deportation and to help out with rent and…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/fullerton-officials-back-away-from-aiding-immigrants-for-now/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/fullerton-officials-back-away-from-aiding-immigrants-for-now/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
November 10, 2025 at 1:58 PM
A majority of Fullerton City Council members voted to table proposed aid funds to help protect immigrants in court from deportation and to help out with rent and…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/fullerton-officials-back-away-from-aiding-immigrants-for-now/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/fullerton-officials-back-away-from-aiding-immigrants-for-now/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
At least two Republican Congress members are eying the same House seat in Orange County as county officials grapple with a sudden loss of federal food and housing benefits – these are just some of OC’s biggest headlines.
Orange County’s Biggest Civic News in the Aftermath of Prop. 50
At least two Republican Congress members are eying the same House seat in Orange County as county officials grapple with a sudden loss of federal food and housing benefits – these are just some of OC’s biggest headlines.
voiceofoc.org
November 7, 2025 at 7:01 PM
At least two Republican Congress members are eying the same House seat in Orange County as county officials grapple with a sudden loss of federal food and housing benefits – these are just some of OC’s biggest headlines.
As of Nov. 4, there are 154 dogs and 51 cats at OC Animal Care in Tustin waiting to be adopted.
A Look At More Adoptable Pets From Orange County’s Animal Shelter
As of Nov. 4, there are 154 dogs and 51 cats at OC Animal Care in Tustin waiting to be adopted.
voiceofoc.org
November 7, 2025 at 1:59 PM
As of Nov. 4, there are 154 dogs and 51 cats at OC Animal Care in Tustin waiting to be adopted.
OC Supervisors Ban Homeless Encampments in Parks and Flood Channels
The new rules allow law enforcement officers to clear out homeless camps in county parks and storm drains.
The new rules allow law enforcement officers to clear out homeless camps in county parks and storm drains.
OC Supervisors Ban Homeless Encampments in Parks and Flood Channels
The new rules allow law enforcement officers to clear out homeless camps in county parks and storm drains.
voiceofoc.org
November 6, 2025 at 9:01 PM
OC Supervisors Ban Homeless Encampments in Parks and Flood Channels
The new rules allow law enforcement officers to clear out homeless camps in county parks and storm drains.
The new rules allow law enforcement officers to clear out homeless camps in county parks and storm drains.
Councilmembers directed city staff to explore potential programming and nonprofit partnerships to provide resources for LGBTQIA+ residents and youth in Irvine.
Irvine Considers Creating LGBTQIA+ Resource Center
Councilmembers directed city staff to explore potential programming and nonprofit partnerships to provide resources for LGBTQIA+ residents and youth in Irvine.
voiceofoc.org
November 6, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Councilmembers directed city staff to explore potential programming and nonprofit partnerships to provide resources for LGBTQIA+ residents and youth in Irvine.
A demo on playing the ukulele and a family-friendly poetry workshop are among many free events offered through public libraries and OC Parks this weekend.
Free Things to Do: Children’s Events and Music Lessons
A demo on playing the ukulele and a family-friendly poetry workshop are among many free events offered through public libraries and OC Parks this weekend.
voiceofoc.org
November 6, 2025 at 1:58 PM
A demo on playing the ukulele and a family-friendly poetry workshop are among many free events offered through public libraries and OC Parks this weekend.
What Lies Ahead For Surf City Under a New Congressman From Long Beach?
Huntington Beach city leaders worry whether their new congressman is the right fit.
Huntington Beach city leaders worry whether their new congressman is the right fit.
What Lies Ahead For Surf City Under a New Congressman From Long Beach?
Huntington Beach city leaders worry whether their new congressman is the right fit.
voiceofoc.org
November 5, 2025 at 10:33 PM
What Lies Ahead For Surf City Under a New Congressman From Long Beach?
Huntington Beach city leaders worry whether their new congressman is the right fit.
Huntington Beach city leaders worry whether their new congressman is the right fit.
In the aftermath of Prop. 50, the new 40th Congressional District is set to give an edge to Republican candidates, and there are three potential challengers within the party’s own ranks.
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/prop-50-victory-reshapes-district/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/prop-50-victory-reshapes-district/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
November 5, 2025 at 8:47 PM
In the aftermath of Prop. 50, the new 40th Congressional District is set to give an edge to Republican candidates, and there are three potential challengers within the party’s own ranks.
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/prop-50-victory-reshapes-district/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/prop-50-victory-reshapes-district/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
Neal: Huntington Beach is Standing Up For You
Middle class people are being driven out of the state to create a neo-feudal society of a few very rich people renting to a very large lower class, a dependent class with no hope of upward mobility or economic independence.”
Middle class people are being driven out of the state to create a neo-feudal society of a few very rich people renting to a very large lower class, a dependent class with no hope of upward mobility or economic independence.”
Neal: Huntington Beach is Standing Up For You
Middle class people are being driven out of the state to create a neo-feudal society of a few very rich people renting to a very large lower class, a dependent class with no hope of upward mobility or economic independence.”
voiceofoc.org
November 5, 2025 at 8:47 AM
Neal: Huntington Beach is Standing Up For You
Middle class people are being driven out of the state to create a neo-feudal society of a few very rich people renting to a very large lower class, a dependent class with no hope of upward mobility or economic independence.”
Middle class people are being driven out of the state to create a neo-feudal society of a few very rich people renting to a very large lower class, a dependent class with no hope of upward mobility or economic independence.”
Two high-profile Republicans could be running against each other for a chunk of Orange County voters, while one of the county’s largest MAGA strongholds will now be represented by a…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/california-prop-50-redistricting-map/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/california-prop-50-redistricting-map/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
November 5, 2025 at 6:43 AM
Two high-profile Republicans could be running against each other for a chunk of Orange County voters, while one of the county’s largest MAGA strongholds will now be represented by a…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/california-prop-50-redistricting-map/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/california-prop-50-redistricting-map/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
The vote could mean Rep. Young Kim (R-Anaheim) runs against Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Corona), while Huntington Beach – a MAGA stronghold – could be in a…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/californias-prop-50-election-night-results-and-potential-impact-on-oc/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/californias-prop-50-election-night-results-and-potential-impact-on-oc/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
November 5, 2025 at 4:15 AM
The vote could mean Rep. Young Kim (R-Anaheim) runs against Rep. Ken Calvert (R-Corona), while Huntington Beach – a MAGA stronghold – could be in a…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/californias-prop-50-election-night-results-and-potential-impact-on-oc/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/californias-prop-50-election-night-results-and-potential-impact-on-oc/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
Orange County is beginning to feel the impact of what could be the longest government shutdown in history as local leaders warn of a sharp rise in hunger and cuts to a federal…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/government-shutdown-impact-orange-county/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/government-shutdown-impact-orange-county/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
November 4, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Orange County is beginning to feel the impact of what could be the longest government shutdown in history as local leaders warn of a sharp rise in hunger and cuts to a federal…
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/government-shutdown-impact-orange-county/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
https://voiceofoc.org/2025/11/government-shutdown-impact-orange-county/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social