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Santa Ana to consider regulating self-checkout in drug, retail stores
The Santa Ana City Council is considering a proposed ordinance that would establish staffing and operational requirements for self-checkout systems in grocery and drug retail stores. According to the staff report, the measure is intended to address concerns related to retail theft, employee workload, and access to staffed checkout
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Two killed, one wounded in suspected gang-related shooting in Mid-City
Authorities say the shooting occurred Sunday evening, where three men were found with gunshot wounds, two of whom died from their injuries.
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Local nonprofit distributes naloxone at Bacerra’s office hours as overdose deaths trend downward
The Asian American Senior Citizens Service Center partnered with Councilmember Phil Bacerra to distribute naloxone during office hours Saturday, as opioid-related overdoses show a countywide decline.
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18 year-old shot, killed by police after short pursuit
(THE SANTANERO — Santa Ana, Calif.) Santa Ana Police issued a press release at approximately 4:30 PM Thursday providing additional details about a deadly officer-involved shooting that occurred Wednesday night. According to the Santa Ana Police Department, the shooting occurred on around 10:29 PM Wednesday, when an officer
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Bass signed an executive order. Here's why Amezcua can't do that—and what it would take to change it
Amezcua faced public criticism for not demanding the removal of ICE and the National Guard from Santa Ana. However, according to the City Attorney's office, the City Charter does not grant the authority to issue such an order.
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OC Fair responds to ICE concerns
The Orange County Fair opens Friday, but ICE concerns may deter some visitors, especially immigrants. Fair officials assure it's a safe fair for everyone and ICE doesn’t have free access.
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Landscaper with three Marine sons violently detained in Santa Ana; DHS alleges assault without evidence
A Tustin landscaper has been identified by his eldest Marine vet son after he was violently detained by immigration agents in Santa Ana.
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Santa Ana Police redact ICE tip disclosures after Essayli letter
Santa Ana Police redacted all ICE courtesy notifications following a June 6 letter from U.S. Attorney Essayli warning the city that disclosing them could violate federal law.
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Ten days, 87 questions, little answers
Transparency has been the key to keeping equilibrium between Santaneros and local officials. It is what keeps the relationship trustworthy when times get tough. Over the past ten days, The Santanero has taken the necessary steps to engage with public officials, submitting a total of 87 questions meant to inform
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Recap: June 17, 2025 City Council Meeting
CITY HALL — After a week of federal immigration enforcement actions in Santa Ana — which sparked mostly peaceful protests across the city — residents are expressing outrage over Mayor Valerie Amezcua’s apparent three-day silence and her eventual decision to side with law enforcement. Frustrated Santaneros are showing up in large
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Sprouts to replace former 99 Cents Only Store at Bristol Warner Village
It has been over a year since the former 99 Cents Only Store closed permanently at the corner of Bristol and Warner. After sitting vacant for more than 12 months, the property's longtime owner, NewMark Merrill, announced Thursday that a lease has been signed with Sprouts Farmers Market.