The City of Santa Ana earns a D grade for poor financial health
An analysis of the City of Santa Ana's overall finances, by Truth in Accounting (TIA), has revealed that the CIty owes more than it owns. To make matters worse, Santa…
Santa Ana child porn suspect arrested by the FBI
On July 21, 2023, the Santa Ana Police Department arrested Luis Anthony Vega (31) of Santa Ana on charges related to an ongoing criminal investigation. During the investigation, a search…
The City of Santa Ana’s Winter Village is set for Dec. 2 to 31
Ready for an un-brr-lievable celebration? The City of Santa Ana is proud to announce the third annual Santa Ana Winter Village, which will run from Dec. 2 to 31, at…
Name the new Santa Ana Parks and Recreation mascots
SANTA ANA, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana’s Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Agency is excited to introduce three new mascots who were selected to represent the agency, and…
Santa Ana has appointed an Interim City Manager
SANTA ANA, Calif. – The Santa Ana City Council has appointed veteran municipal executive Thomas R. Hatch to serve as Interim City Manager, overseeing operations of one of the largest…
No street sweeping in Santa Ana on Nov. 23 and 24
In observance of Thanksgiving, Santa Ana City Hall will be closed and there will be no street sweeping on Thursday, Nov. 23, and Friday Nov. 24. Trash pickup will be…
Santa Ana Public Works responded to over 100 calls due to high winds
Due to the current high winds with gusts exceeding 45 mph, the City’s Public Works Maintenance Services Division Team is actively responded to 100-plus calls for tree services, including removal…
O.C. carjackers are using Facebook help-wanted ads to steal cars from gullible victims
A sophisticated auto theft crime ring is targeting Spanish-speaking victims in Southern California, according to the Irvine Police Department. Over the past year, ten people who do not reside in…
Santa Ana street closures and permitted events for November 16 to 22
Here are the locations of upcoming permitted events and road closures in Santa Ana so you may plan accordingly. Several large events are planned in downtown Santa Ana on Saturday.…
Santa Ana Mayor Pro Tem Jessie Lopez speaks out about the failed attempt to recall her
Santa Ana, CA — Mayor Pro Tem Jessie Lopez stated, in reaction to her victory in yesterday's Recall election: “Yesterday, Ward 3 voters made their voices heard loud and clear:…
The SAPD is searching for two women who steal items by putting them under their skirts
https://youtu.be/G3llxzMakoQ?feature=shared On 11/11/2023, at approximately 7 p.m., two female suspects entered a local retail store and concealed several items under their skirts and in their handbags. When they were approached…
Apply now for the new Crossroads at Washington affordable housing community in Santa Ana
The City of Santa Ana approved $4.6 million in loan agreements for the development of the Crossroads at Washington apartments, opening in spring 2024. The project is being built on…
Man charged with the fatal gang-related shooting of Angel Fregoso, in Santa Ana
Jose Manuel Quiroz, a 35-year-old man, was charged on Monday with the fatal shooting of Angel Fregoso, 31-years-old, in Santa Ana in September. Quiroz is facing a murder charge as…
City of Santa Ana awarded a a $199,900 state grant for bicycle and pedestrian safety
Santa Ana, Calif. – The City of Santa Ana announced today that it has received a $199,900 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) to support its Bicycle…