Early Returns Show Traut and Shaw Leading in Orange County Supervisor Race
A well-funded challenger falls short as party endorsements and a contentious ballot dispute shape the open-seat primary for a pivotal supervisorial seat. Connor Traut Mayor, City of Buena Park Democratic endorsement Raised ~$225,000 in […]
Public Hearing Scheduled for New Restaurant at 1925 West Malvern Avenue
The City of Fullerton’s Community and Economic Development Department is set to hold a public hearing regarding an Administrative Restaurant Use Permit for a proposed restaurant located at 1925 West Malvern Avenue. […]
Fullerton City Council to Hold Public Hearing on Hermosa Drive Development Appeal
The Fullerton City Council is preparing to hold a public hearing regarding the appeal of a Planning Commission decision that denied a major site plan and a vesting tentative tract map for […]
Day of Music: The best Father’s Day celebration
One might ask, what human experience brings people together across the world? The answer is music. While cultures vary in their musical expressions, music is present in every culture studied, from hunter-gatherers […]
Cleanup Activities Continue at GKN Aerospace, May Cause Temporary Odors; Continuous Air Monitoring is in Place
Cleanup activities related to the GKN Aerospace facility incident in Garden Grove are continuing under the oversight of Unified Command, including the OC Health Care Agency, South Coast AQMD and GKN Aerospace. […]
Webinar: Inside Iran and Global Tensions Unveiled
The World Affairs Council of Orange County invites you to Inside Iran: Context for Today’s Global Tensions, a timely and in-depth webinar examining the historical, political, and geopolitical dynamics shaping the current tensions […]
Be You Pride Fest 2026: A Celebration of Community and Inclusivity
Be You Pride Fest 2026: A Celebration of Community and Inclusivity The Fullerton Museum Center, located at 301 N. Pomona Ave, Fullerton, is set to host Orange County’s largest Pride Month celebration […]
First West Nile Virus Positive Mosquitoes Confirmed in Orange County
The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) has confirmed that mosquitoes collected in the City of Newport Beach have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNv). These are the first […]
The Orange County FY 2026–27 Budget Open House is on June 3
The County Executive Office’s Budget and Finance team invites residents to participate in an interactive community event designed to provide insights into the County’s plans for the upcoming year. Attendees will have […]
Airport Day 2026 on June 6
The City of Fullerton enthusiastically invites the community to the highly anticipated Airport Day, set to take place on Saturday, June 6, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. This free event honors […]
Higher Ground Youth and Family Services
When successful businessman Joe Baldo looked around his community, he wanted to do more than simply succeed in business; he wanted to give back. Like the idea behind the movie Pay It […]
Read the Early June 2026 Fullerton Observer
Click here to read the Early June 2026 Fullerton Observer. There is no paywall, no tracking, and it is in color. We have been an all-volunteer community newspaper since 1978. Your support, […]
Fullerton City Council to Consider Brown Act Compliance Measures Ahead of July Deadline
The Fullerton City Council is scheduled to consider several actions at its June 2 meeting to comply with new state open-meeting requirements enacted under Senate Bill 707, legislation that significantly expands public […]
Your Voice Matters – Tu Voz Importa – 여러분의 목소리가 중요합니다
Your Voice Matters, Fullerton! The City of Fullerton is working to protect the health and well-being of every resident — especially those most impacted by pollution and environmental hazards. We’re developing our […]
Fullerton City Council to Consider Adoption of Road Safety Action Plan Tied to Federal Grant Funding
The Fullerton City Council is scheduled to consider adopting the city’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan during its June 2 meeting, a step required to preserve federal […]
Fullerton Set to Award $2.63 Million Contract for Sunny Hills Area Street Rehabilitation Project
The Fullerton City Council is scheduled to award a $2.63 million construction contract for a major street rehabilitation project in the Sunny Hills, Twilight, and East Las Palmas neighborhoods during its June […]
Fullerton to Spend $163.26K Converting 42 Streetlights to Solar Power Following Extended Outages
On the consent calendar for the June 2 Fullerton City Council meeting is an item to approve $163.26K in purchase orders to convert 42 aging streetlights in northeast Fullerton from a decades-old […]
Fullerton Considers Leaving Longtime Municipal Insurance Pool Amid Declining Membership
The Fullerton City Council is scheduled to consider a resolution on its June 2 consent calendar that would begin the process of withdrawing from the Independent Cities Risk Management Authority (ICRMA), a […]
Caring for Loved Ones: Educational Classes Offered by Caregiver Resource Center OC
As the demands of caregiving continue to grow, many find themselves in challenging situations while caring for their loved ones. To alleviate some of these challenges, the Caregiver Resource Center OC is […]
State Board of Food and Agriculture to hear updates on ag economy, pest prevention and California water plan on June 2
The California State Board of Food and Agriculture will hear updates on the agricultural economy, pest prevention programs and the California Water Plan at its upcoming meeting on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. […]
Fullerton Commemorates Memorial Day with Special Ceremony Honoring USA’s 250th Birthday
In a heartfelt tribute to the sacrifices of veterans and in celebration of the United States’ 250th Birthday, the city of Fullerton held a special Memorial Day ceremony at Loma Vista Memorial […]
Orange County Fire Authority Seek Public Input to Update Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
The County of Orange and Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) today announced the availability of an online survey and informational workshops to gather public input to help update a new Local Hazard […]
Saving Shakespeare: The Curtis Theatre and Begins and Ends With ‘A’ Productions Present The Book of Will
The Curtis Theatre, in partnership with Begins and Ends With ‘A’ Productions, is proud to announce the upcoming production of Lauren Gunderson’s critically acclaimed, award-winning play The Book of Will, running from […]
Fullerton Airport Celebrates Rich History with Annual Airport Day 2026
The City of Fullerton enthusiastically invites the community to the highly anticipated Airport Day, set to take place on Saturday, June 6, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. This free event honors […]
Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County Launches Annual Summer Meals Program to Combat Child Food Insecurity
The program provides nutritious meals to vulnerable children while schools are closed for the summer. The Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County announced on May 27 the return of its annual […]
The Race to Raise $7,500 for the Special Olympics of Southern California
On Friday, May 29, 2026, the Cal State Fullerton Police Department will participate in the annual Law Enforcement Torch Run to support the Special Olympics. They welcome your support and invite you […]
Public Workshop for the Draft CARB 2026 Annual Monitoring Network Plan
Public Workshop via Webinar The California Air Resources Board (CARB) invites you to participate in a virtual public workshop to provide an overview of the CARB 2026 Annual Monitoring Network Plan (ANP). […]
Fullerton School District Celebrates Completion of Third Student-Built Tiny Home
Fullerton School District students, staff and community partners gathered at Nicolas Junior High School on May 22 to cut the ribbon on the District’s third student-built Tiny Home, celebrating a project that […]
Evacuation Orders Lifted Following Chemical Leak at GKN Aerospace Facility
The Orange County Fire Authority announced on May 26 that all evacuation orders related to the chemical leak incident at the GKN Aerospace facility have been lifted. As of 7:30 pm, approximately […]
Del Taco Supports First Responders Amid Garden Grove Chemical Tank Emergency
As emergency crews respond to an ongoing chemical tank incident affecting parts of Orange County, local restaurant Del Taco is stepping in to support those on the front lines. The chain has […]
The Rob Rio Band on Jun 11 @7:30pm
Rob Rio Band Known by some as the “Boss of the Boogie”, pianoman/vocalist Rob Rio plays the boogie-woogie and jump blues of the 40’s and 50’s with a virtuosity and elan that […]
Chapman U Student Body President Speaks Out After Commencement Speech Is Canceled
The sounds of a mariachi band filled the air on May 22 as Chapman University graduates, their families, faculty, and supporters filed into the First Presbyterian Church in Orange. The vibrant music […]
Public Health Offers Guidance After East LA Oil Spill Contained
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is providing guidance after a ruptured pipeline released approximately 2,400 gallons of crude oil in East Los Angeles near Cesar Chavez and Eastern Ave, […]
Emergency Officials Announce Positive Developments in Garden Grove Chemical Tank Crisis
Emergency officials have confirmed that the worst-case scenario (explosion) concerning the malfunctioning chemical tank at GNK Aerospace has been narrowly avoided, following the discovery of a crack in the tank and a […]
Fullerton College Plans Major STEM Vocational Center in the Horticulture Department Area
For generations, the gardens and greenhouses tucked along the north side of Fullerton College have served as more than just classrooms. They have been living laboratories, community gathering spaces, and carefully cultivated landscapes […]
