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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Photographer Sicco Rood paddled two-thirds of the way around California's largest lake and says the dystopian narrative is wrong. -
The city also renewed its plea this week for state and federal disaster assistance. -
Wind gusts up to 60 mph in the valleys and along the costs; up to 80 mph in the mountains and foothills. -
Dave Gibbs has been taking daily photos of surfers at Bolsa Chica State Beach for more than a decade. -
The high surf could make the Southern California coast dangerous for boaters. -
Some debris from the fire was found to contain up to 37% asbestos, a material that can cause long-term health consequences if the fibers are inhaled. -
Heritage Elementary School and Legacy Magnet Academy are scheduled to reopen next week following asbestos testing at schools and the removal of hangar doors. -
We talked with officials and experts. Here’s a breakdown of answers to commonly asked questions following the Tustin hangar fire. -
The city is facing significant cleanup challenges: Hundreds of requests from residents to have fire debris tested for asbestos and removed from their yards remain unresolved. -
Northgate Market's 44th store aims to evoke a traditional mercado with a modern flair.
