Yusra Farzan
Local news in Orange County has my heart: All those long meetings — city council, school boards, power authorities, housing commissions, planning departments — play a huge role in our everyday lives. So I take the time to synthesize how decisions in Orange County’s 34 cities affect your electricity bill, how your taxes are funding the next big project and the resources available at your child's school.
Even though I got my break in entertainment reporting, the pieces I am most proud of spotlight everyday people: teachers in Orange County, the duo who started a school for Ukrainian refugees, the women behind Ramadan markets and the teenager who invented a cancer-detecting toothbrush.
Ask me about the small liquor store in Garden Grove that also carries Sri Lankan snacks, the best places to get Arab food in Anaheim and why the drive to Laguna Beach is worth it for those warm, summer days.
I grew up in the Middle East, but I am of Sri Lankan descent. I used to live in Irvine, and I still have one foot in O.C. But now I also call Rancho Palos Verdes home — it’s also why I am so invested in covering the land movement here.
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Funding allocated toward public works programs and infrastructure will likely take a big hit. -
Eaglets hatched in Orange County and Catalina Island after a the pair of famous bald eagles in Big Bear had a disappointing outcome. -
The land has moved up to 3.5 feet in some places. -
An appeals process will be in place for people who are banned, otherwise, they could face a misdemeanor charge for repeat violations. -
One influencer says around 90% of her income comes from TikTok. -
This is the first time the parasite has been discovered this far west. -
Next, it’ll come up in front of the Anaheim City Council for a vote. -
‘Ramadan Kareem’ or ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ are phrases you can use to wish your Muslim colleague or friend. -
Opponents of Measure B say it makes it impossible to flay the pride flag on city property. -
Where does everyone hang out in Southern California after they break their fast?
