When Staff Knows More Than the Public: What Transparency Requires at Public Meetings
Public agencies depend on professional staff to research issues, prepare reports and advise elected officials and appointed directors. That expertise is an important part of government. But there is a difference between […]
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OCPA Board Increases Compensation for Directors
The Orange County Power Authority (OCPA) directors voted 4-1 to increase the maximum amount a director can earn in a month from $1,984.50 to $2,646 at their September 14, 2026 meeting. This […]
Journalism Industry Unifies in Support of AB-2222
California Assembly Bill 2222, known as the Community NEWS Act, is a legislative measure awaiting Governor Gavin Newsom’s signature that would provide refundable employment tax credits to local news organizations. Authored by […]
Over 16,700 Pounds of Trash Removed from Inland and Coastal OC for Coastal Cleanup Day
Over 2,300 volunteers flocked to 36 simultaneous beach and waterway cleanup events for this year’s Coastal Cleanup Day OC on Saturday, September 19 On Saturday, September 19, more than 2,300 volunteers assembled […]
Event Announcement: SIX: The Musical (Teen Edition)
Join Fullerton Union High School for an unforgettable theatrical experience! Dates: September 18, 19, 24, 25, and 26, 2026 Location: Fullerton Union High School Auditorium 201 E. Chapman Ave, Fullerton Get Your […]
Fullerton Council Delays Solid-Waste Contract Decision
The Fullerton City Council did not select a final solid-waste hauler at its September 15 meeting. Instead, council members voted 3–2 to continue negotiations with CR&R Environmental Services and Republic Services and […]
Fullerton Opens Public Comment on 2026-27 Housing and Community Development Plan
The City of Fullerton will release its draft Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Action Plan for public review and comment on September 19, 2026. The public comment period will remain open through October […]
The Ultimate Hypnotist Cindy Layne Vincent — In Memoriam
Cindy Layne Vincent, a longtime Fullerton resident, stage hypnotist and entertainer who performed professionally as “Cindy Layne: The Ultimate Hypnotist,” died at her Fullerton home on December 2, 2025, four days before […]
Flock cameras come under scrutiny at Fullerton City Council
Fullerton Police Chief Jonathan Radus told the City Council on September 15 that the city’s Flock license plate reader cameras “produce vehicle leads” and not personal profiles. Council members and residents pressed […]
New Changes to Federal Student Loans Impact Colleges and Enrollment
Starting July 1, 2026, major changes to federal student loans will affect how students borrow for college and repay their loans. These changes come from the 2025 law known as the One […]
AB 2494 would change how California manages 85,000 acres of state demonstration forests
A bill that would significantly change how California manages its Demonstration State Forests is now before Gov. Gavin Newsom after it cleared the Legislature last month, with supporters urging the governor to […]
Shows at CSUF Galleries College of the Arts for September through November 2026
Nicholas + Lee BEGOVICH GALLERY TOM LADUKE: Slowly, the song goes On view: September 26, 2026 – May 7, 2027 Public Reception: Saturday, September 26, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm FREE AND OPEN TO […]
City of Fullerton Accepting Proposals for 2026–2027 Community Development Block Grant Funding
The City of Fullerton is inviting proposals for the 2026–2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This grant program is aimed at supporting […]
Death Investigation Launched Following Untimely Passing of CSUF Student
An investigation is underway following the tragic death of an 18-year-old California State University, Fullerton student, identified as Anthony Joseph Blas. The young man was pronounced dead shortly after being dropped off […]
Santa Ana Celebrates Cultural Heritage at Annual Fiestas Patrias Parade
Downtown Santa Ana came alive with music, traditional dress and displays of cultural pride Sunday as the city’s annual Fiestas Patrias Parade traveled along Main Street. Families lined the route as colorful […]
Wicked Lit 2026: A Haunting Return to the Stage
Unbound Productions has officially unveiled the details for its much-anticipated Halloween Theater Festival, “Wicked Lit 2026: La Llorona and The Headless Horseman.” Running from October 29 to November 2, 2026, at the […]
Fullerton City Council Faces Crucial Decision on Solid-Waste Contract Amid Community Concerns on September 15 at 5:30 pm
Fullerton City Council is being asked on September 15, 2026, to provide direction on negotiations for the city’s next solid-waste services contract, with three companies remaining under consideration: the city’s current provider, […]
Fullerton Council to Hear Flock Camera Update Amid Growing Privacy Concerns
Fullerton’s use of Flock Safety license plate readers will return to the City Council Tuesday, September 15, 2026, following concerns raised by residents over the city’s growing use of automated vehicle surveillance. […]
Save the Date! SWAPTOBER is back!
Sunday October 4, 2026 from 12:00 to 3:00 pm at the Fullerton Museum Center at 301 N. Pomona Avenue, Fullerton Share great clothes, discover new favorites, and meet people who love giving […]
Press Release: County Invites Public Input on 2026 Strategic Financial Plan
The County Budget & Finance Office invites residents to provide input on the upcoming 2026 Strategic Financial Plan (SFP). The Five-Year Strategic Financial Plan is part of the County’s long-term financial planning […]
Packed House in Downtown Fullerton for Karen Stocker’s “Return to Storytelling”
Approximately 40 people filled Allison’s Goods in downtown Fullerton on Saturday afternoon, September 12, 2026, for the launch of Return to Storytelling: An Inverted Ethnography, the latest book by local author and […]
What is on the September 15 City Council Meeting Agenda?
The Fullerton City Council’s September 15, 2026, agenda may appear relatively short, with 12 consent-calendar items, one major regular agenda item concerning solid waste and three presentations. But two of those presentations […]
Cancer survivors meet with Rep. Derek Tran in Fullerton
Orange County cancer survivors met with Rep. Derek Tran on Thursday, September 10, at Classic Café in Fullerton, sharing their experiences with cancer and urging continued federal support for cancer research, affordable […]
Titans Show Up for Hunger Action Month at Second Harvest Food Bank
On National Food Bank Day, September 4, approximately 100 Cal State Fullerton students, staff and campus leaders rolled up their sleeves at Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County for a […]
Champions for Learning Strengthens Family Voice Across FSD
Fullerton School District parent ambassadors gathered at Rolling Hills Elementary School on September 4 for the first Champions for Learning event of the 2026-27 school year, continuing a Districtwide effort to strengthen family voice, […]
Local Author Celebrates Book Launch at Allison’s Goods
In an engaging afternoon event, local author and CSUF Anthropology Professor Karen Stocker will unveil her latest work, “Return to Storytelling: An Inverted Ethnography,” on Saturday, September 12, at 2:00 pm at […]
Fullerton Commemorates 25 Years Since September 11 Attacks with Community Memorial
A poignant memorial service was held on Friday, marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. Residents of Fullerton, alongside firefighters, police officers, and community leaders, gathered at the home […]
Council Picks a Trash Hauler on September 15
The Fullerton City Council meets September 15, and the night’s one substantial decision is the city’s first competitive solid waste award in seven decades. Note the time. The City Clerk moved the […]
A diverse coalition of media organizations is urging Governor Newsom to sign an important bill that supports local news
More than 130 organizations support AB 2222, which would give California newsrooms tax credits based on how many journalists they employ. A coalition of labor unions, press associations, publishers, and civic groups […]
How to Find the Truth in the Age of AI and Political Disinformation
We have entered an uncomfortable era in which two sources people traditionally rely upon for information—government leaders and search engines—can both produce information that is false, misleading or impossible to verify. A […]
That $900 Fullerton Apartment on TikTok Isn’t Real. The Application Fee Is.
A scam that has been working its way across the country has arrived in Fullerton’s rental market, and it is built for exactly the person who is most desperate to find a […]
League of Women Voters of North Orange County Announces 2026 Candidate Forums
Meet the people who want your vote. The League of Women Voters of North Orange County is hosting a series of free, nonpartisan candidate forums this September and October, giving voters a […]
Fullerton Elks Lodge Hosts Special Prom Event for Children with Special Need
The Fullerton Elks Lodge hosted a Prom Event for children with special needs and their families on August 29. This marked the first time the Lodge organized such a celebration, which […]
Former Sunny Hills High School Student Sues District Over Alleged Abuse Cover-Up
A former student of Sunny Hills High School has filed a lawsuit against the Fullerton Joint Union High School District, claiming district officials knew of, or should have known about, misconduct by […]
