OC Blog News Roundup - December 19, 2007
Posted by: Jubal | 12/19/2007 6:53 AM
Today's top stories from behind the Orange Curtain:
D.A. Seeks Computer, Other Records From Street (OCR)
Subpoenas are part of grand jury investigation into Street's office.
Board of Supes Balks At Curbing Treasurer's Power (LAT and DP)
Supervisors vote to hire a consultant to assess the risks to the county's investment portfolio.
Editorial: Street Status Quo (OCR)
The Reg thinks the Supes did the right thing by Treasurer Chriss Street.
Trung Nguyen Appeals Recount Case (OCR)
The state's 4th District Court of Appeal heard arguments Tuesday on whether the county's Registrar of Voters erred during a recount that resulted in Janet Nguyen winning a county supervisor seat.
OC Firms Owed $2.6 Million In Sales Tax Deposits (OCR)
Michelle Steel, who represents much of Southern California on the Board of Equalization, says the state's sales-tax agency has wrongly failed to return $2.6 million in security deposits put up by Orange County businesses.
Bus To The Border: New Video Follows Criminal Deportees To Mexico (OCR)
Norberto Santana Jr. followed the odyssey of criminal deportees as they are bused from local jails in Southern California to the border gates in San Ysidro.
Rain Prompts Flash-Flood Watch, But Canyon Evacuations Not Expected (OCR)
Forecasters expect light rains won't be enough to cause mudslides in burn area.
Carona Case Jury Search Set For January (LAT)
Thousands of Orange County residents will receive jury summonses next month as a federal judge begins the search for an impartial panel to decide the fate of Sheriff Michael S. Carona, his wife and his longtime mistress.
OC Woman Guilty Of Molesting Girl (LAT)
She and her husband were discovered when authorities found porn films in their house.
Jurors In Sex Abuse Case Get Counseling (OCR)
Many cried while staring at what the judge later described as "horrendous videos" in molestation case.
Vote Allows 1,200 Homes in Platinum Triangle (OCR)
Anaheim approves two developments as well as more housing and office space in the region.
Anaheim Denies SunCal's Request (OCR)
The developer asked the City Council to reconsider its repeal of a home plan near Disneyland.
Anaheim Council Denies Housing Plan Near Western High School (OCR)
One councilman who voted in favor of the plan said he wanted to give the developer another chance.
Anaheim Begins Steps To Hush Train Whistles (OCR)
The City Council votes unanimously to start Quiet Zone project.
Old Yost Theater Re-Opening For Free Shows, Concerts (OCR)
Group is working to bring 2 performances a month to Santa Ana theater, to buck up downtown business.
Live Grenade Found On Roof Of Little Saigon Store (OCR)
Police evacuate businesses on Moran Street in Westminster on Monday afternoon to remove weapon.
Hydromulching Starts Over Santiago Fire Area (OCR)
Biodegradable substance dropped by aircraft will help stabilize hillsides burned by recent fires.
Students Plan Rally For Capo Teacher Accused Of Anti-Christian Bias (OCR)
More than 100 students have pledged to attend rally Wednesday while backers of a student suing the teacher are to stage a prayer vigil.
Justice Clarence Thomas Reveals Personal Side At Chapman University (OCR)
Supreme Court jurist describes his upbringing and professional life during book signing.
Organization Helps Motel Families (OCR)
Project Dignity has helped 71 families move out of motels.
Cypress Man Quizzes Presidential Candidates (OCR)
Citizen journalist project aims to show primary contests through the eyes of regular folks.
Home Activists Demand Distance (DP)
Balboa Peninsula residents lobbied Newport Beach City Council Tuesday to strengthen a proposed ordinance aimed at curbing the spread of drug and alcohol rehabilitation homes in Newport Beach.
Costa Mesa Unplugged: ICE Does Job, But Only A Reprieve (DP)
Byron de Arakal opines on Costa Mesa's ICE program.
Candidate Runs For Council Again To Help Council Majority (DP)
Former Costa Mesa City Council candidate Jim Fisler has announced he intends to run again during the city's next elections.
Fullerton Behavioral Clinic Survives, For Now (OCR)
County administrators have 31 mental health positions pulled, at least temporarily, from a list of cuts.
Los Alamitos OKs Park Along Flood Channel (OCR)
$2.3 million, 4-acre park will be developed along Coyote Creek flood channel.
D.A. Seeks Computer, Other Records From Street (OCR)
Subpoenas are part of grand jury investigation into Street's office.
Board of Supes Balks At Curbing Treasurer's Power (LAT and DP)
Supervisors vote to hire a consultant to assess the risks to the county's investment portfolio.
Editorial: Street Status Quo (OCR)
The Reg thinks the Supes did the right thing by Treasurer Chriss Street.
Trung Nguyen Appeals Recount Case (OCR)
The state's 4th District Court of Appeal heard arguments Tuesday on whether the county's Registrar of Voters erred during a recount that resulted in Janet Nguyen winning a county supervisor seat.
OC Firms Owed $2.6 Million In Sales Tax Deposits (OCR)
Michelle Steel, who represents much of Southern California on the Board of Equalization, says the state's sales-tax agency has wrongly failed to return $2.6 million in security deposits put up by Orange County businesses.
Bus To The Border: New Video Follows Criminal Deportees To Mexico (OCR)
Norberto Santana Jr. followed the odyssey of criminal deportees as they are bused from local jails in Southern California to the border gates in San Ysidro.
Rain Prompts Flash-Flood Watch, But Canyon Evacuations Not Expected (OCR)
Forecasters expect light rains won't be enough to cause mudslides in burn area.
Carona Case Jury Search Set For January (LAT)
Thousands of Orange County residents will receive jury summonses next month as a federal judge begins the search for an impartial panel to decide the fate of Sheriff Michael S. Carona, his wife and his longtime mistress.
OC Woman Guilty Of Molesting Girl (LAT)
She and her husband were discovered when authorities found porn films in their house.
Jurors In Sex Abuse Case Get Counseling (OCR)
Many cried while staring at what the judge later described as "horrendous videos" in molestation case.
Vote Allows 1,200 Homes in Platinum Triangle (OCR)
Anaheim approves two developments as well as more housing and office space in the region.
Anaheim Denies SunCal's Request (OCR)
The developer asked the City Council to reconsider its repeal of a home plan near Disneyland.
Anaheim Council Denies Housing Plan Near Western High School (OCR)
One councilman who voted in favor of the plan said he wanted to give the developer another chance.
Anaheim Begins Steps To Hush Train Whistles (OCR)
The City Council votes unanimously to start Quiet Zone project.
Old Yost Theater Re-Opening For Free Shows, Concerts (OCR)
Group is working to bring 2 performances a month to Santa Ana theater, to buck up downtown business.
Live Grenade Found On Roof Of Little Saigon Store (OCR)
Police evacuate businesses on Moran Street in Westminster on Monday afternoon to remove weapon.
Hydromulching Starts Over Santiago Fire Area (OCR)
Biodegradable substance dropped by aircraft will help stabilize hillsides burned by recent fires.
Students Plan Rally For Capo Teacher Accused Of Anti-Christian Bias (OCR)
More than 100 students have pledged to attend rally Wednesday while backers of a student suing the teacher are to stage a prayer vigil.
Justice Clarence Thomas Reveals Personal Side At Chapman University (OCR)
Supreme Court jurist describes his upbringing and professional life during book signing.
Organization Helps Motel Families (OCR)
Project Dignity has helped 71 families move out of motels.
Cypress Man Quizzes Presidential Candidates (OCR)
Citizen journalist project aims to show primary contests through the eyes of regular folks.
Home Activists Demand Distance (DP)
Balboa Peninsula residents lobbied Newport Beach City Council Tuesday to strengthen a proposed ordinance aimed at curbing the spread of drug and alcohol rehabilitation homes in Newport Beach.
Costa Mesa Unplugged: ICE Does Job, But Only A Reprieve (DP)
Byron de Arakal opines on Costa Mesa's ICE program.
Candidate Runs For Council Again To Help Council Majority (DP)
Former Costa Mesa City Council candidate Jim Fisler has announced he intends to run again during the city's next elections.
Fullerton Behavioral Clinic Survives, For Now (OCR)
County administrators have 31 mental health positions pulled, at least temporarily, from a list of cuts.
Los Alamitos OKs Park Along Flood Channel (OCR)
$2.3 million, 4-acre park will be developed along Coyote Creek flood channel.
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