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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 .
Stories by Jill Replogle
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At stake is a decades-old murder case and whether criminal defendants can be sure of a fair trial in Orange County.
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In his federal plea deal, Andrew Do admitted to funneling money through both his adult daughters. Not much has been written about "Relative #2" who received $100,000 in stolen taxpayer money, according to prosecutors,
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Orange County Board of Supervisors Chair Don Wagner said he shared the concerns regarding funds granted to the nonprofit Mind OC.
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Turnout was down, voting in person was up.
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County records obtained by LAist show officials failed to follow through on recommended precautions ahead of the costly fire, now topping $400 million in claims.
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Is O.C. a harbinger for the future of America?
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The Placentia-Yorba Linda School District has been a battleground for culture wars and budget clashes in recent years.
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The endangered species suffered steep declines during the winter of 2022-2023, but fared better this past year.
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The contracted work on mental health equity was supposed to be performed by the longtime partner — now wife — of a top aide to disgraced former county Supervisor Andrew Do. County officials cited LAist reporting in their demand for the money to be returned.
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Any potential future use for the hangar — maintaining it or even demolishing it — will require significant funds.
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The U.S. Navy is four months into a year-long plan to dismantle the hangar remains and haul away toxic debris.
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The Republican is beating out Democratic challenger Frances Marquez, who has conceded.
