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Why Orange County Has Launched A New Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs

Orange County officials say the goal is to make the new office a central hub that can connect local immigrants and refugees with critical county and community services.

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Arts & Entertainment

Iconic 'Chicano Gothic' Mural In Orange County To Be Preserved

One of Santa Ana's iconic murals will be preserved as its place of residence gets a modern renovation.

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News

HB Airshow Saga: City Must Release Details Of $7 Million Deal

An Orange County Superior Court judge sided with taxpayers, ruling that the city must release details about the controversial legal settlement.

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Civics & Democracy

Why Huntington Beach's Beloved Airshow Has The City Locking Horns With The State — Yet Again

The state legislature has ordered an audit of the city's legal settlement over the Pacific Airshow, just the latest example of the state and the city at odds with each other.

Civics & Democracy

Why A Huntington Beach Taxpayer Is Demanding Details About The $7M Airshow Payout

The city settled a lawsuit with the annual airshow operator — and residents want to know details about what taxpayers are on the hook for.

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Viral Video In OC Sparked Fears Of Rise In Human Smuggling. But What Does The Data Say?

A viral video posted last week of suspected migrants rushing off a boat in Newport Beach elicited angry responses. But it was worth checking the data.

Food

6 Spots For Afternoon Tea And Scones — And Those Cute Little Finger Sandwiches

You need an excuse to unplug. And how does a freshly baked scone served with jam and cream sound? Here are some of our favorite places to enjoy a relaxing afternoon tea in L.A. and O.C. What's your go to for afternoon tea?

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Tustin Hangar Fire Contamination Results Are In: Here's What They Found

A newly released report says there's little evidence that residents were exposed to asbestos and lead in the wake of last year's Tustin hangar fire.

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Disney Expansion Effort Clears Final Hurdle

The $1.9 billion expansion plan goes into effect in 30 days.

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Food

The Michelin Guide Just Recommended 5 New Places To Dine In LA And OC

A new crop of restaurants in L.A. and O.C. just earned the "recommended" nod from the biggest name in food and dining — the Michelin Guide.

Food

LAist Is On The Hunt For SoCal's Best Cheeseburger: Nominate Your Fave Now

Do you have a favorite cheeseburger in Southern California? Don't keep it to yourself. Nominate your favorite cheeseburger in the LAist Tournament of Cheeseburgers, happening right now.

Food

What's Your Favorite Cheeseburger? LAist Wants To Crown The Best

We’re gearing up to crown L.A.’s favorite cheeseburger. But we need your help. What’s your favorite burger joint in Southern California?

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