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CalMattersReportingBy Lynn La
Deals to watch as CA lawmakers make final sprint

State lawmakers are returning to Sacramento today for the final month of session, which ends on Aug. 31. In the next few weeks, Democratic legislative leaders will attempt to hammer out deals between themselves, Gov. Gavin Newsom and other stakeholders on bills related to climate policy, speeding up urban development, wildfires and more, write CalMatters’ […]

Voice of OCReportingBy Angelina Hicks, Hosam Elattar
Costco Is Coming to Brea As Concerns Grow Over Controversial Tax-Sharing Agreement

The proposed site of a new Costco along S. Kraemer Blvd. in Brea. Credit: JULIE LEOPO, Voice of OC " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/voiceofoc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Costco-Brea-Leopo-2026-8134.jpg?fit=771%2C514&ssl=1" /> Brea leaders approved a tax-sharing agreement with the land owner that paved the way for the big box store and gas station while some residents question if they are being swindled. Voice of OC is Orange County's nonprofit newsroom. We rely on donations from people like you to sustain our news agency. Please make a contribution today: https://voiceofoc.org/donate