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 Irvine City Council will discuss pulling out of the Orange County Power Authority at its Feb. 28 meeting. -
With one hikers still missing — the well-known actor Julian Sands — expert mountaineers say the usual scarcity of snow in the L.A.-area makes it especially hard to get enough experience to safely venture out in harsh conditions. -
A deep soaking rain in September helped germinate seeds at the state park in eastern San Diego County. -
Fatbergs, explained. And, yes, it’s as gross as it sounds. -
The nation's most common learning disorder is thought to affect somewhere between 5% and 20% of the population. -
The "hidden curriculum" of higher education, explained. -
College students with disabilities often have to be their own tireless advocates. -
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A deal struck among key stakeholders limits space for big corporate jets at John Wayne, reserving more space for smaller and quieter craft. -
Come 2020, there will be no more neighborhood polling places in Orange County. Instead, voters can mail in their ballot or cast it at a vote center.
