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    Limited beach access and big budget problems come to Orange County

    As businesses slowly start reopening under phase two of Governor Gavin Newsom’s plan, beaches in Los Angeles County are still closed.

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    Person smiling broadly wearing glasses and plaid shirt against ivy-covered wall background.By Steve Chiotakis • May 12, 2020 • 1 min read

    As businesses slowly start reopening under phase two of Governor Gavin Newsom’s plan, beaches in Los Angeles County are still closed. In Orange County, a compromise resolved issues surrounding beach access by limiting hours and requiring active use. And, like communities around the state, cities in Orange County brace for big budget shortfalls due to the coronavirus pandemic.

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      Steve Chiotakis

      Afternoon News Anchor

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      Christian Bordal

      Managing Producer, Greater LA

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      Jenna Kagel

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      Rebecca Mooney

      Producer, The Treatment

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      Gustavo Arellano

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