Daniel Diaz

Santa Ana

Born and raised in Santa Ana, is the co-founder, editor, reporter, photographer, and everything else for The Santanero.

City Council Recap: Feb. 3, 2026

City Council Recap: Feb. 3, 2026

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Council approves police drone program in 4–3 vote

Council approves police drone program in 4–3 vote

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18 year-old shot, killed by police after short pursuit

18 year-old shot, killed by police after short pursuit

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City Council Recap: Jan. 20, 2026

City Council Recap: Jan. 20, 2026

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Audit dispute sparks clash between Vazquez and police union

Audit dispute sparks clash between Vazquez and police union

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Say hello to WAVE, the new OCTA bus pass coming October

Say hello to WAVE, the new OCTA bus pass coming October

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Supreme Court allows racially profiling immigration raids to continue in Southern California—for now

Supreme Court allows racially profiling immigration raids to continue in Southern California—for now

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SAUSD unknowingly almost rehired teacher accused of killing wife with dementia

SAUSD unknowingly almost rehired teacher accused of killing wife with dementia

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Bass signed an executive order. Here's why Amezcua can't do that—and what it would take to change it

Bass signed an executive order. Here's why Amezcua can't do that—and what it would take to change it

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OC Fair responds to ICE concerns

OC Fair responds to ICE concerns

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Santa Ana Police warn against illegal fireworks — but will the 4th still erupt like a warzone amid political tension?

Santa Ana Police warn against illegal fireworks — but will the 4th still erupt like a warzone amid political tension?

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Agenda Preview: July 1, 2025 City Council Meeting

Agenda Preview: July 1, 2025 City Council Meeting

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