The Fullerton City Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 5:30 pm to discuss proposed amendments to the Fullerton Municipal Code affecting businesses that sell tobacco products. […]
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Fullerton School District Opens New Arts and Recreation Center at Parks Junior High
Fullerton School District celebrated the opening of the new Arts and Recreation Center (ARC) at D. Russell Parks Junior High School on May 7, introducing a vibrant new space for athletics, performances […]
UPDATE: CANCELED Fullerton City Council Public Hearing on Major Housing Development Appeal for 111 West Hermosa Drive
UPDATE: This meeting has been canceled due to three councilmembers being unavailable. The hearing has been rescheduled to June 2, also the last day for voters to vote. Residents of Fullerton will […]
Fullerton City Council Hearing Unraveled into Heated Debate Over Housing Development
At the Fullerton City Council meeting on May 5, a contentious debate emerged over a proposed residential development at 111 W. Hermosa Dr. This discussion highlighted significant divisions among council members and […]
Fullerton School District Teacher Surprised with $5,000 Award During Teacher Appreciation Week
In a moment filled with cheers, applause and surprise, Fullerton School District teacher Mike Shaffer was honored on May 6 at Richman Elementary School with $5,000 worth of physical education equipment and […]
Opinion: Fullerton Residents Deserve Better Than Jung’s Broken Promises
Correction: On the CA State business website, two non-profits operate from Jung’s home: Fullerton Jr All American and Garden Grove/Stanton Jr All American. Each is a kids’ sports organization that makes $50,000 […]
OC Bar Association Releases Ratings of Candidates Running for Judicial Office in Orange County
As a public service to assist the voters in Orange County, the Orange County Bar Association (“OCBA”) conducts an independent review and evaluation of candidates running for the position of Orange County […]
City of Fullerton Invites Bids for Street Rehabilitation Project
The City of Fullerton has announced the opening of bids for the ambitious SUNNY HILLS – TWILIGHT – E LAS PALMAS AREA STREET REHABILITATION project. This public infrastructure initiative aims to enhance […]
How “Pay-to-Play” Politics Can Affect Cities Like Fullerton
In local government, “pay-to-play” refers to situations where corporations, developers, contractors, or vendors make political donations, sponsor events, or provide financial support to elected officials while simultaneously seeking city contracts, permits, or […]
Sponsorship Ethics and Transparency Debates Dominate the May 5 Fullerton City Council Meeting
At the May 5, 2026, meeting of the Fullerton City Council, councilmembers engaged in a lengthy and at times contentious debate over ethics, sponsorships, transparency, and the future structure of the city’s […]
Fullerton Council Divided Over State of the City Sponsorships and Transparency
The Fullerton City Council spent significant time Tuesday, May 5, debating the ethics, transparency and structure of the city’s upcoming 2026 State of the City event, with disagreements emerging over corporate sponsorships, […]
Community Pilgrimage in Fullerton Honors Immigrant Lives
A pilgrimage of 25 community members took place across five locations in Fullerton on May 2, aimed at honoring the stories of immigrant neighbors who have been taken and disappeared by […]
Follow Money: CA Governor’s Race 2026
The California Primary takes place June 2 and includes 61 Candidates vying to become governor. The top two vote getters will move on to the general election in November (unless, in an […]
2026 Primary Election Information for Orange County Voters
Ballots Mailed to Orange County Voters Ahead of 2026 Primary Election Orange County voters are set to receive their ballots for the 2026 Statewide Direct Primary Election this week, if they haven’t […]
Orange County Older Adults Advisory Commission to Hold Meeting on May 8, 2026
The Orange County Older Adults Advisory Commission (OAAC) will convene for a critical meeting on Friday, May 8, 2026, at 9:30 am. The meeting will take place in the Main Conference Room […]
Orange County Executive Office to Host FY 2026-27 Budget Open House
The County Executive Office’s Budget and Finance team is set to host a Budget Open House on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. The event aims to provide residents with an in-depth understanding of […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Free Concert at Haster Basin Recreation Area on May 9
The community is invited to honor mothers and caregivers with a special Mother’s Day Concert in the Park on Saturday, May 9, from 4 to 7 pm at Haster Basin Recreation Area, […]
Read the Early May 2026 Fullerton Observer
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Over 250 Community Members Rally to Support OC Home Care Workers
UDW, the union representing 48,000 Orange County care workers, gathered in Westminster to educate the community on the importance of prioritizing care for workers, people with disabilities, and seniors In-home caregivers […]
Safety Protocol Update with Fullerton Police Department
Interim Superintendent Dr. Chad Hammit and Fullerton Police Chief John Radus reviewed Fullerton School District’s (FSD) partnership with the Fullerton Police Department and the policy protocols that prioritize student and staff safety. […]
Fullerton School District Art Awards and Celebrations
The Fullerton School District’s April 14 board meeting celebrated student projects and art accomplishments. The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Board presented their community service projects, ranging from making gifts and visiting with residents […]
Welcome Dr. Gretchen Janson the New FSD Superintendent
The board unanimously approved the $299,770 annual, 3-year contract hiring Dr. Gretchen Janson as the new FSD Superintendent. Dr. Janson comes from the Lynwood Unified School District (LUSD), where she served as […]
Fatal Traffic Collision in Fullerton Claims Life of Female Driver
A tragic traffic collision late Tuesday night claimed the life of a female driver in Fullerton. The incident occurred around 11:34 pm on April 30, when police officers responded to reports of […]
Art Brings More Good Vibes to the Community
Art Auction XXVII kicked off on April 25, as more than 150 local artists donated their work to benefit the All the Arts for All the Kids Foundation. Held at the Fullerton […]
Doggie Night Out
Doggie Night Out What would it take to unite a fractured planet? It starts at home—with community. For one evening, people gathered on the same page, or canvas, to support the […]
Teen Raised Over $2,200 for Challenger Little League Program
Henri Vasquez, age 14, of Parks Jr. High, raised over $2,200 in donations for the District 56 Challenger Little League Program. Challenger Little League is a program that provides Special Needs kids […]
Yorba Linda Father Charged After Son Critically Injured Riding Modified E-Motorcycle
A Yorba Linda father has been charged with felony child endangerment and abuse and misdemeanor contributing to the delinquency of a minor after his 12-year-old son was critically injured when he ran […]
Advancing Care for Multiple Sclerosis: UC Riverside Leaders Discuss Breakthroughs in Research and Treatment
An autoimmune disease of the central nervous system, Multiple Sclerosis (MS) affects nearly 1 million Americans, mostly people aged 20-40 and women. In MS, the immune system mistakenly attacks myelin, the insulation […]
View the Fiscal Sustainability Ad Hoc Committee’s April 28, 2026 Meeting Here
Privitizing the city water department is one idea put forth by two committee members. Is Fullerton for sale to highest bidder? Is privitizing city services a good or bad idea for residents? […]
Fullerton Ad Hoc Committee Part 1: $13.7 Million Budget Deficit
The Fullerton Fiscal Sustainability Ad Hoc Committee convened on April 28 to discuss the city’s challenging financial outlook, including an estimated $13.7 million budget deficit for the upcoming fiscal year. Intrim Accounting […]
Fiscal Sustainability Ad Hoc Committee Part 2: Fullerton Public Works Director Raises Alarm Over Budget Cuts Impacting Services
During a presentation to the Fiscal Sustainability Ad Hoc Committee on April 28, Fullerton’s Public Works Director, Steven Bise, warned that further budget cuts could severely impact the city’s core services. The […]
Central Library will present the third annual AAPI Joy festival on May 16 in Downtown Los Angeles
The Los Angeles Public Library (LAPL) is gearing up for the third annual AAPI Joy festival, a vibrant celebration in honor of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. The event will […]
STAGE Program Brings Seussical the Musical to Life at Pacific Drive Elementary
Students at Pacific Drive Elementary School took center stage in April, delivering a lively production of Seussical the Musical as part of the Fullerton School District’s STAGE program. Held at the Fullerton High School […]
Notice of Comment Period Extension for the Proposed Amendments to the Regulation for the California Cap on Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Market-Based Compliance
Public Hearing Date: May 28, 2026 Deadline for Public Comment: May 4, 2026 California regulators are giving people more time to comment on major climate rules that affect how companies report pollution […]
United Domestic Workers Orange County Home Care Rally to Urge County Board of Supervisors to Invest in Care
The union representing 48,000 Orange County care workers will gather in Westminster to educate the community on the importance of prioritizing care for workers, people with disabilities, and seniors Who: Orange County In-Home Supportive […]
