Costa Mesa’s Cannabis Compromise: Fewer Shops, Looser Restrictions
The City Council’s latest decision seems like a win for public safety, but may be a Trojan Horse that...
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Homekey Program Faces Criticism as a Financial Burden and Safety Concern for California Taxpayers
In a bid to tackle California’s longstanding homelessness crisis, Governor Gavin Newsom initiated the Homekey program with an ambitious...
Quid Pro Quo? Mayor Stephens’ Son Works in City’s First Cannabis Shop Father Publicly and Privately Supported
Questions of favoritism arise as mayor’s son secures job in dispensary the mayor supported. Mayor John Stephens has come...
Congressional Candidate Scott Baugh Takes a Stand Against California’s Housing Crisis
The candidate says California needs to make home-ownership more attainable, not less. Congressional candidate Scott Baugh has cast a...
Dave Min’s Absence on Crucial Homelessness Vote Sparks Outrage
Min refrains from voting on Critical Homelessness Prevention Act. The Senate Judiciary Committee’s September 14th session concluded with public...
Costa Mesa Faces Crime Surge: Local Group Takes Action
Community mobilizes to combat rising theft and violence. Costa Mesa, renowned for its thriving community spirit, finds itself grappling...
What Are Costa Mesa’s Homeless Housing Projects Costing You?
Taxpayers will pay $100 million to bring 166 permanent homelessness housing units to Costa Mesa under California’s Homekey program....
Tableau Kitchen and Bar: A Fusion of Flavors and Innovation at South Coast Plaza
Tableau Kitchen and Bar may often be overlooked amidst the bustling culinary scene at South Coast Plaza. The plaza...
Southern California Law Enforcement Agencies Receive $270M Grant to Combat Organized Retail Crime
Millions in grant money are being awarded to law enforcement agencies in Southern California to combat organized retail crime,...
Climate Policy Becoming Expensive for Costa Mesa
Costa Mesa braces for potential economic burdens amid state’s push for electric trucks. The clash between climate policy and...