Derek Tran Beats Rep. Michelle Steel in 45th Congressional District Race
Republican Congresswoman Michelle Steel conceded the race to Democratic challenger Derek Tran on Wednesday after losing her lead earlier this month in the 45th Congressional District.
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Free Things To Do This Weekend Across OC
Art activities, seasonal celebrations and scenic hikes: These are just a few of many free, family-friendly events offered through OC Parks and public libraries.
Orange County Confronts Homelessness Ahead of Thanksgiving
Stanton became the latest OC city to focus efforts addressing homelessness by declaring a state of emergency two days before Thanksgiving.
Derek Tran’s Lead Over Rep. Michelle Steel Keeps Growing in 45th Congressional District
On Tuesday evening, Democrat Derek Tran was ahead of Republican incumbent Rep. Michelle Steel by 613 votes in the 45th Congressional District race.
Republican Steven Choi Beats Incumbent Democrat Josh Newman in OC’s State Senate Race
Democratic State Senator Josh Newman conceded the election to Republican Steven Choi in the 37th California Senate District race on Monday.
Hunger is on a Sharp and Silent Rise in Orange County This Thanksgiving
Food banks leaders are warning that the need for food in Orange County is skyrocketing at an alarming rate to demand levels they haven’t seen since the onset of the pandemic. And they’re struggling to keep up.
All Eyes Are on Orange County’s Dead Heat Race in 45th Congressional District
Democratic challenger Derek Tran saw his narrow lead over Republican Congresswoman Michelle Steel expand once again on Monday evening in a race that could determine how much of a majority Republicans have in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Irvine Removes Hotel Worker Protections, Repealing Maximum Workload Thresholds
Irvine City Council members voted to repeal hotel worker protections that outlined increased compensation for heavy workloads.
Placentia Treasurer Says Former City Manager Didn’t Improperly Spend Tax Money
After Placentia officials agreed to separate with former top city executive Damien Arrula amid allegations of misspent tax dollars, his former colleagues are coming to his defense and the elected city treasurer is back tracking calls for an audit.
Los Alamitos-Rossmoor Library Reopens
A renovated facility with a new 1,188-square-foot community room and programming was unveiled this week following over a yearlong closure.
These Pets at OC Animal Care Are Looking for a Home
As of Nov. 20, there are 213 dogs and 66 cats currently housed at OC Animal Care in Tustin waiting to be adopted.
Derek Tran’s Lead Over Rep. Michelle Steel Continues Climbing in 45th Congressional District
Results as of Thursday showed Democrat Derek Tran 480 votes ahead of Republican incumbent Congresswoman Michelle Steel in the 45th Congressional District race.
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