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DRUGGING RACE HORSES
More race horses fail drug tests in California than any other state. Roger Cooper has the story based on an investigative series by the Orange County Register.
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WETLANDS RENEWED
For the first time in a 100 years, ocean water is flowing into the Bolsa Chica wetlands in Huntington Beach. Environmentalists cheered at the success of the historic project. But as Roger Cooper tells us, a last-minute setback dampened the celebration.
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THE FUTURE OF AN O.C. LANDMARK
The huge blimp hangars in Orange County were built during WWII, but are now in disrepair. Some say they should be torn down. Others want them saved. What do you do with two giant historical hangars? There are a couple interesting proposals. Roger Cooper looks at the respected past and uncertain future of the blimp hangars near Tustin.
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O.C.'S ART SHOWCASE
The Orange County Museum of Art presents new works by 31 artists. These young and innovative minds are the reason why many say California is the creative capital of the world. Roger Cooper takes a look at some of the 150 painting, sculptures, installations, videos and drawings that are part of the 2006 California Biennial. (On display through Dec. 31, 2007. ocma.net)
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SAY GOODBYE TO THE FUNZONE
The bumper cars on Balboa peninsula are getting bumped, along with some other old-fashioned amusements. In its place will be a new nautical museum. Is it an improvement? Orange County reporter Roger Cooper takes a look at a summer tradition whose days are over.
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ORANGE COUNTY'S NEW CONCERT JEWEL
Roger Cooper takes us behind the scenes to see what it took to build the stunning new Segerstrom Concert Hall in Costa Mesa, with a tour from one of key players the acoustician.
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MUSLIMS IN ORANGE COUNTY
Polls reveal that fewer than half of Americans believe Muslims are loyal to America. Orange County is home to 130,000 Muslims. Many feel their liberties can be snatched away for little reason. On the 5th anniversary of 9/11, Saul Gonzalez looks at the Muslim community and what's being done to overcome suspicions on both sides.
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WORLD'S LARGEST PHOTOGRAPH
A group of photographers thought it would be interesting to turn an empty airplane hanger at the now-closed El Toro Air Base into a giant camera. What kind of photo did "The Great Picture Project" produce? Orange County reporter Roger Cooper shows us the result.
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TRAIN NOISE
Thousands of residents of Orange County live near railroad crossing and are driven crazy by the loud train horns. Now residents are getting organized to get some relief. But what about safety concerns? Roger Cooper reports on possible solutions to this noisy problem.
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MORMON TEMPLE ANNIVERSARY
One year ago a new Mormon temple opened in Newport Beach. For a short time, non-Mormons were allowed to go inside. But no longer. On its one year anniversary we bring you a second chance to see the inside via Orange County reporter Roger Cooper's first story from the temple's opening last August.
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NABBING BURGLARS WITH DNA EVIDENCE
Orange County is moving beyond fingerprints. It will soon be using DNA evidence to solve burglaries and other property crimes. Will cracking down on burglars cut down on more serious crimes? And can it solve cold cases? Roger Cooper goes to Orange County's crime lab to find out.
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STING RAY CITY
Seal Beach is home to the highest concentrations of sting rays on the U.S. coast. Anywhere from 200 to 500 Seal Beach visitors get to feel the pain of a sting ray jab every year. Why does Seal Beach attract so many rays? Is there a way to reduce their numbers? Jim Hill hears from sting victims, and meets Cal State Long Beach researchers who have been trying to understand the sting ray colony for 6 years.
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A NEW MAIN STREET FOR HUNTINGTON BEACH?
Huntington Beach's two-lane main drag is a throw back to surfer culture. Some love it that way. Others say it's time to update and upgrade Main Street. Is closing off traffic and making a pedestrian-only zone the way to go? Orange County reporter Roger Cooper takes a look at Huntington Beach's possible future.
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LAGUNA BEACH MINUTEMEN
Those gutsy volunteers who head down to the Mexican border to stop illegal immigrants have a new target in their sights. Recently the Minutemen set their sights on a hiring center in Laguna Beach. Orange County reporter Roger Cooper has found it is not the first time these hiring centers have sparked a controversy.
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DISPUTE OVER DEPUTY SHERIFF
Controversies continue to surround O.C. Sheriff Mike Carona, even after his recent re-election. Carona has suspended a deputy sheriff who ran against him. Was it justified? Or just retaliation? Roger Cooper looks at both sides of the dispute.
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SEA LIONS
There's a crime wave in Newport Beach, perpetrated by slippery characters who have been known to attack swimmers, damage property and raid fishing boats. And on top of it all they're protected by federal law. Orange County reporter Roger Cooper looks at the unusual tactics officials are using to discourage a congregation of pesky sea lions.
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DANA POINT AT A TURNING POINT
Dana Point is changing. It's trying to draw some of the upscale tourists from Laguna Beach. But will the plans rob the town of its character? Orange County reporter Roger Cooper looks at three projects that are changing Dana Point's landscape.
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DRIVING DOWN GAS PRICES
Consumer frustration is going up as fast as gas prices. But did you know that 1400 large companies throughout southern California are required to offer ride-sharing or other gas-saving programs? Imagine - more than one person to a vehicle! Roger Cooper reports on the growing number of commuters who are getting to know their co-workers a little better these days.
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DESAL PLANT NEEDED?
The city of Huntington Beach has approved a water desalination plant. It would be the biggest one in the United States. But it's also created waves of opposition, especially from people who say that the city doesn't even need the extra water. So why are they moving forward? Orange County reporter, Roger Cooper, has the story.
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PROTECTION DELAYED
Rules governing restraining orders often undermine protection for the very people they are meant to serve. An investigation by the O.C. Register found that a third of restraining orders from family courts went unserved, leaving victims usually wives and mothers unprotected. Orange County reporter Roger Cooper partners with the Register to bring you the story on one woman whose 4-year-old was killed, in part because she had to notify the person she feared.
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HITTING NEW HEIGHTS
Orange County is quickly adding high rises to its profile. A massive project with two dozen residential towers is going up in Anaheim. Will "A-Town" give Orange County a "downtown"? And are fire officials prepared to protect high rises? Orange County reporter Roger Cooper, takes us to the 50-acre development now under construction.
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POLICE AS "LA MIGRA"?
"La migra" is shorthand in Spanish for INS agents. Now the city of Costa Mesa has instructed police to check the status of suspects who may be in the U.S. illegally. That has given rise to a heated debate over the duties of officers. Roger Cooper tells us, this is the second issue that has put Costa Mesa on the forefront of illegal immigration issues.
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SURFBOARD WIPEOUT
Until last December, Orange County-based Clark Foam supplied 90% of the world with the foam "blanks" used to make surfboards. When the company suddenly went out of business, the multi-billion dollar industry was caught off guard. Have the dire predictions of soaring prices and scarce supplies come true? O.C. correspondent Roger Cooper looks at how other local companies are riding out the crisis.
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TRAFFIC VS. PARKLAND
What would you choose? A faster commute? Or preserving the peace and beauty of open space? Toll Road officials in Orange County have just voted
to build a toll road through a state park. Orange County reporter, Roger
Cooper, looks at the emotional public debate that led up to that decision.
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STATE OF THE ARTS
Cal State Fullerton's brand new $48 million Performing Arts Center makes its debut this weekend. Orange County Reporter Roger Cooper previews this state-of-the-art student facility that would make even professional performers envious.
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BOLSA CHICA RESTORATION
It looks like a construction zone right now, but a huge restoration project is underway near Huntington Beach. The goal is to clean up the 600-acre former oil field and return them to the tidal wetlands of 116-years ago.
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NEW SCHOOL HEADQUARTERS SPARKS A RECALL
Orange County's District Attorney is investigating allegations of illegal acts within the San Juan Capistrano School District. The investigation began after outraged parents failed to recall all seven members of the school board last November.
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ROBOTIC VEHICLES FOR DEFENSE
Imagine getting in your car, sitting back with your hand off the wheel and letting the car do the driving. That future is taking shape with the help of an intense competition between robotic cars. There is a big monetary prize at the finish line, but the other reward may be saving lives.
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FUELING THE FUTURE
As we search for alternatives to the internal combustion engine, some engineers think hydrogen is the answer. Derived from water, it is cleaner and more efficient than gasoline-powered vehicles. Irvine is the center for hydrogen fuel cell research. O.C. reporter Roger Cooper tells us scientists there are determined to overcome the few remaining challenges.
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DIGGING THROUGH TRAFFIC
Is a 10-mile tunnel the answer to Orange County's freeway congestion on the 91? It's not as crazy at it sounds. Other tunnels like England's "chunnel" show it can be done. Orange County reporter, Roger Cooper, looks at the tunnel proposal being considered by Riverside and Orange County transportation authorities.
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GRAND NEW MUSIC HALL
The O.C. Center for the Performing Arts Center will celebrate its 20th anniversary with the opening in 2006 of the Renee and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, Samueli Theater and an education center. Orange County reporter Roger Cooper gives us a preview of this major expansion and talks with philanthropist Henry Segerstrom.
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