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First of several streetcars arrive in Santa Ana
As OCTA's Streetcar project nears completion, the first car was delivered early in the morning Wednesday, with more coming this month.
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SAUSD's transparency questioned as dual crises on staff cuts, CIF fallout ensue
— First published Apr. 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – Updated Apr. 22, 2025, 1:29 PM — The Santa Ana Unified School District is battling two major problems: its budget deficit that has resulted in nearly 400 pink slips to certificates staff and fallout of Segerstrom’s CIF sanctions. As frustration grows
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SAPD celebrates Easter with annual road closures for 'unpermitted' enforcement
For decades, police have shut down streets to deter Easter Sunday lowrider cruisers, but with cruising now legal and the culture evolving, critics call it a waste of taxpayer money and a hassle for residents trying to attend mass and celebrate.
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Segerstrom principal, baseball coach removed after CIF violations confirmed; students fire back with petitions
An alleged 'pay-for-play' scandal has barred the Jaguars varsity baseball team from playoffs until next spring, but students say that's not cause for removal of their principal.
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Five lives, one grieving city
How the deaths of five young Santaneros have left an entire city grieving, shocked, and starting a tough conversation on responsibility.
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How to support the families of the car crash victims
A list of GoFundMe's, kermeses, and fundraisers for the Santa Ana families of victims who passed away in last Saturday's car accident.
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SAUSD issues pink slips; layoff hearing set for late April
SAUSD has issued layoff notices to hundreds of certificated staff as the District faces an $187 million deficit.
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CalOptima expands street medicine program to Santa Ana
Outscoring three other Orange County cities, the program is expected to launch later this year to help homeless individuals with healthcare and start a path to securing housing.
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Santa Ana recognized for innovation in development & housing
SANTA ANA, Calif. — The City of Santa Ana was honored at the Orange County Business Council’s 14th Annual Turning Red Tape into Red Carpet Awards, winning recognition for three projects that streamline development and expand affordable housing, according to a press release. The city received an honorable mention for
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No, Mayor Amezcua is not working with ICE
Protests erupt as a misleading editorial spreads disinformation.
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SAUSD Board votes 4-1 to layoff hundreds of educators, makes cuts to supplies and services
An estimated 280 teachers, counselors, and socials workers are among those affected.
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School Board Recap - Jan. 28, 2025
Review of this week's SAUSD school board meeting.