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Jill Replogle
What I cover
I cover the biggest issues facing Orange County, including public corruption, debates over our voting system, culture war battles and whatever else is bubbling to the surface of local conversations. (Occasionally they let me out to report on other things going on in SoCal.)
My background
I’ve lived in Orange County for nearly a decade and have been a journalist for close to 25 years, reporting up and down California, Mexico and Central America. Fun facts: I’m fluent in Spanish, and I’m currently fulfilling a lifelong dream of going to law school.
My goals
I want to help Orange County residents understand and navigate the big changes taking place here — cultural, political and in our built and natural environment. I want to hold our public officials accountable and help people build connections with their OC neighbors.
Best way to reach me
I love to hear from readers and listeners, whether it’s to pass me a story tip, gush about your favorite OC hike or take issue with something I wrote. You can reach me at jreplogle@LAist.com or, if you want more privacy, on Signal: @jillrep.79.
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The expected heavy rain and elevated seas could have mixed consequences for Trestles Beach south of San Clemente.
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Proposition 39 is the controversial voter ID initiative that could bring big changes to California's elections.
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Newport-Mesa Unified School District banned middle schoolers from bringing e-bikes to campus. Parents say the policy is misguided.
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Irvine voters will decide if they want to switch certain elections to ranked choice voting — but money could be a problem.
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The winner will have a prominent role in overseeing the Dana Point Harbor revitalization project and efforts to shore up the crumbling south Orange County coastline.
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Republicans are hoping to wrest control of the board from its current Democratic majority.
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The chief backer of Proposition 39 said it would boost confidence in elections "whether you think voter fraud is a big problem or a small problem."
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Unregulated electric bikes and motorcycles have caused a surge in crashes and a search for solutions.
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Prop. 39 would require California voters to provide a government-issued ID before casting a ballot.
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Councilwoman Amy Phan West was cleared of a misdemeanor charge, but still faces a city lawsuit and an election battle.
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Operations will be subject to an independently monitored, court-approved safety plan.
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The money will be available to residents and businesses that suffered damages associated with the evacuation around a Garden Grove chemical tank.
