Recap Series
AB 1537 awaits Newsom’s signature as Santa Ana moves further with citywide ICE work ban
Santa Ana’s new ordinance would apply to all city employees, while a statewide restriction on peace officers awaits Gov. Gavin Newsom’s decision.
Daniel Diaz
Santanero born and raised, lived in every single ward, Daniel is the man of many hats as editor, publisher and everything in between for The Santanero.
Press Release
Statement from Founder Daniel Diaz
For Release on Friday, September 4, 2026
Sports
Arte Moreno agrees to sell Angels to Rams owner Stan Kroenke
ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Arte Moreno era with the Los Angeles Angels is nearing its end. Moreno, who has owned the Angels since 2003, has agreed to sell a controlling interest in the franchise to Stan Kroenke, owner of the Los Angeles Rams, the organizations announced Tuesday morning. The blockbuster transaction
Newsroom
An update from us.
After several quiet weeks, The Santanero is returning with a new look, a renewed sense of purpose, and plans for what comes next.
Local Eye
State report concludes investigation into fatal Santa Ana police shooting of Noe Rodriguez
Two Santa Ana police officers involved in the fatal 2024 shooting of Noe Rodriguez Martinez will not face criminal charges, the California Department of Justice found.
Local Eye
Sidewalk chalk or vandalism? Arrest of local ICE watcher raises questions
Police confirmed an alleged vandalism citation but not the underlying conduct. ICE watchers say it involved sidewalk chalk, calling the arrest an overreach intended to discourage community members from monitoring ICE activity.
ElectioNite
Rapid Response Director Sandra De Anda announces Ward 4 candidacy
Sandra De Anda, an immigration advocate and one of the directors of the Orange County Rapid Response Network, announced her campaign for Santa Ana City Council's Ward 4 seat in a Thursday social media post. "Santa Ana deserves leadership that will stand up for its people, not
Recap Series
City Council Recap: Jul. 7, 2026
From spending of office spaces for city services to asking voters on Measure X's future, here's what happened at Tuesday's city council meeting.
Recap Series
Appointment of Ward 6 candidate sparks ethics debate
What began as a routine appointment quickly evolved into a debate over ethics, elections and public service.
ElectioNite
How to run for elected office in Santa Ana
A step-by-step (unofficial) guide on running for office in Santa Ana.
Local Eye
Thousands celebrate in Santa Ana as México ends a 40-year World Cup knockout drought
Fans took over Downtown and Bristol well into Tuesday evening.
National Eye
Supreme Court rejects Trump's bid to end birthright citizenship in landmark ruling
CORRECTION: An earlier version of this post incorrectly stated that the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Trump v. Barbara was decided by a 5-4 vote. We regret the error and have since corrected the article. WASHINGTON, D.C. — In one of the most consequential constitutional decisions