Street’s Risky Investments Sold at a $7.6 million loss
The Orange County Register’s Ronald Campbell reported yesterday that the County of Orange has sold off their holdings in the bankrupt Whistlejacket structured investment on […]
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A Milestone and an Accomplishment In Silver Lake
This weekend marks the 30th anniversary of the Sunset Junction Street Fair. Why would this matter to Orange County? Well, I’m glad you asked and […]
Correa’s Bill on Military Education Benefits Awaits Governor’s Signature
SACRAMENTO, CA—Today, the California State Senate unanimously voted on the passage out of the Legislature of Bill 1075 (SB 1075), authored by Senator Lou Correa(Orange County). This legislative measure requires academic institutions to reasonably accommodate and assist students who are called to active military duty so they can meet any and all coursework requirements missed due to military service.
Two Orange County School Districts Spent $15 Million on Lawsuits
On Wednesday, California Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse released a report entitled “Lessons in Lawsuits,” which details the litigation costs of 12 California school districts. Included is […]
Register editorial beats up Nelson on pensions
This editorial in today’s OC Register looks like a clear case of buyer’s remorse when if comes to backing a candidate for office — in […]
Vietnamese American Democratic PAC Celebrates Endorsements
We have received announcement from the Vietnamese American Democratic PAC that they are celebrating their endorsements of Congresswoman Loretta Sanchez, and Phu Nguyen with a fundraising luncheon on Friday, August 27th. The event will be held at At the offices of IBEW Local #441, 309 N Rampart, Suite M, Orange, CA 92868; Noon – 2:00PM.
Attorney General’s Office declines to take further action on Santa Ana Brown Act complaint
I received an email Wednesday from Senior Assistant Attorney General Gary Schons regarding the complaint I filed last week regarding the possible violation of the Brown […]
Sean Mill in his own words
Sean Mill has an interesting post on the Orange Juice blog last night calling for a return to civility at Santa Ana city council meetings. […]
City of Santa Ana response to the Grand Jury Street Car Report lacks “Truthiness”
The city of Santa Ana City Council leadership, their City Manager, and their City Attorney on Monday released a response to the Orange County Grand Jury […]