I love the fall. It is truly one of my favorite seasons, even in California, where we hardly see any change in the leaves. Fall just seems to be a time when […]
Balance & Change: A Time to Slow Down and Reflect
Michelle Gottlieb, Psy.D., MFT, LPCC
Representative Derek Tran Calls on House Republicans to Get Back to Work to Pay U.S. Troops
Eight days into the government shutdown endangering health care and raising costs on Californians, U.S. Representatives Derek Tran (CA-45), a U.S. Army veteran, and Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) sent a letter to Speaker […]
Lunch with the League: Meeting the Challenges of Public Education in the 21st Century
The League of Women Voters North OC is set to host an informative luncheon featuring guest speaker Dr. Steve McLaughlin, Ed.D., the superintendent of the Fullerton Joint Union High School District. The […]
An Open Letter To Fullerton’s Council Majority
Dear City Council, What I witnessed tonight was deeply disheartening. The decision made by this Council Majority disregarded both the data presented and the overwhelming public opposition. For those who campaigned on […]
Opinion: How Comfort and Convenience Shape Housing Politics in Haiti and the U.S.
It’s 7 AM in Port-au-Prince, Haiti. I’m getting ready for school when my dad tells me classes are canceled again because of riots. People have flooded the streets, burning tires in protest […]
Health Access California is YES on Proposition 50
As ballots are mailed throughout California and voting centers open, Health Access California announces its endorsement of Proposition 50, the Election Rigging Response Act. The following is a statement from Health Access […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Early October 2025
No More Mania What is going on? We have many changes here all of a sudden. A fabled treasure is gone, as Modelmania is no more. Been there so long, maybe the […]
Video Observer: Remembering Artist Nixson Borah
Inside a glass display case outside Room 1004 at Fullerton College, candles of varying sizes sit in front of a small commemorative display memorializing multimedia artist and former Fullerton College faculty member, […]
Fullerton Firefighters Go Pink for Cancer Awareness Month
This October, the Fullerton Firefighters Association (FFA) and the Fullerton Fire Department (FFD) are proud to “turn pink” in honor of Cancer Awareness Month. From October 1–31, 2025, the community is invited […]
Jazz Vespers to Feature Ron Kobayashi Trio and Lola Kristine at Live Oak UCC
Live Oak United Church of Christ in Brea will host a special Jazz Vespers service, showcasing the talents of the Ron Kobayashi Trio alongside guest vocalist Lola Kristine. The event on Sunday, […]
Mosquitoes with West Nile virus detected in Fullerton
The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) has confirmed mosquito samples infected with West Nile virus (WNV) in the City of Fullerton. The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District […]
On the CITY COUNCIL agenda for October 7, 2025
Closed session begins at 5 pm, public may make comments The City Council will hold a closed session to discuss existing litigation related to Orange County Superior Court Cases No. 30-2024-01405276-CL-UD-CJC and […]
Community Forest Management Plan will be presented to the City Council on October 7
The City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 7, 2025, at 5:30 p.m., featuring a presentation on the implementation update of the Community Forest Management Plan. The City of Fullerton […]
City of Fullerton Awarded Over $3.1 Million in Federal Fire Service Grants
The City of Fullerton is proud to announce it has been awarded two highly competitive federal grants totaling over $3.1 million to enhance fire and emergency medical services for the community. The […]
Fullerton to Host Fair Housing Workshop on October 8
The city of Fullerton is hosting a Fair Housing Workshop on October 8 from 2 to 4 pm at the Fullerton Library, located at 353 W. Commonwealth Avenue. This free event aims […]
What Makes a Town Memorable? Locals Weigh in on Fullerton’s Future
The information below was gathered from 463 responses of the Fullerton Observer Survey titled “Re-imagining the Fullerton Community.” Residents interested in participating can still access the survey through this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScF4FCPgFd3l3WatMXZErG-kvQ3e5yiHFQPc71Xc7NWOEjGhA/viewform?usp=header, scan […]
Opinion: As the military occupies your town – give them flowers and a note
During some of the large anti-war demonstrations during the 1960s some of the protesters gave flowers to the troops faced off against them. In the 1967 March on the Pentagon it was the […]
Team Hope Walk – Los Angeles Set for October 11th at Johnny Carson Park
The Los Angeles Chapter of the Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) is gearing up for the 2025 Team Hope Walk, scheduled for Saturday, October 11th, at Johnny Carson Park, located at […]
Fast Fashion: A Growing Concern and the Shift Towards Sustainable Wardrobes
Fast food and fast fashion are a lot alike, and both have quite the effect on our health and the environment. These industries focus on getting things done quickly and cheaply, but […]
Local Collaborative Celebrates 10 Years of Changing Lives for Underserved Students
A transformative program in Los Angeles County is celebrating a significant milestone: the 10th anniversary of the ACES (Architecture, Construction, Engineering, Sustainability) initiative. Designed in partnership with L.A. County and SoCalREN, […]
Power In Nature Coalition Highlights Recent Funding for Habitat Conservation and Restoration Projects Across California
The Power in Nature Coalition on September 26, 2025, is spotlighting recent progress toward California’s goal of conserving 30% of its lands and waters by 2030 (30×30). In August, the Wildlife Conservation […]
TEDxFullerton 2025 “Building Bridges” Set for October 5 at Muckenthaler Cultural Center
The highly anticipated TEDxFullerton event is set to take place on Saturday, October 5, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM at the Muckenthaler Cultural Center. This year’s theme, “Building Bridges,” aims to unite […]
Measles Case In Orange County
The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) has confirmed a case of measles in a toddler who recently travelled domestically. The HCA is notifying individuals who were exposed to the child at a […]
Fire Prevention Week, October 5-11, 2025, to address lithium-ion battery risks and ways to minimize them
Most of the electronics in our homes — smartphones, tablets, power and lawn tools, laptops, e-cigarettes, headphones, and toys, to name just a few — are powered by lithium-ion batteries. However, if […]
Community Climate Action Day Brings LA County Volunteers Together to Rebuild and Strengthen Resilience after LA Fires
Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement (GO-Serve) Director Josh Fryday joined Senator Sasha Renée Pérez, Assemblymembers John Harabedian, Jacqui Irwin, Nick Schultz and Rick Chavez Zbur, Los Angeles County […]
Computers for Veterans: Congressman Correa Supports Patriots and Paws Initiative
Congressman Lou Correa recently delivered 10 mini-desktop computer systems to the Patriots and Paws facility in Anaheim. Accompanied by staff members, he toured the facility, which assists veterans transitioning to civilian life. […]
Serious Injuries Reported in Collision Between Box Truck and Scooter Riders in Fullerton
A traffic collision involving a box truck and two electric scooter riders left both riders with significant, life-threatening injuries on Saturday evening, September 27th. At around 7 pm, Fullerton Police Officers responded […]
Lunch with the League of Women Voters Hosts Talk on Immigration, Civil Rights, and Community Action
The League of Women Voters North Orange County invited Bethany Anderson and Jody Vallejo, PhD. to speak about Immigration, civil rights, and community action on September 27, 2025. Both speakers […]
An Immersive Experience 100 Years in the Making: Electric Company Theatre Presents The Centennial Project
Combining immersive theatre, original music, dance, and local history, the world premiere of The Centennial Project will be a different experience for each individual audience member and a celebration of our local history and […]
California State University Fullerton Considers Relocation of OLLI, Sparking Concerns Among Members
California State University Fullerton (CSUF) is reportedly considering a move for its Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI), raising concerns among members of the program, which has been a cornerstone for seniors in […]
League of Women Voters North Orange County Honors Fullerton Observer for Community Impact
Front row: Current Fullerton Observer editor Saskia Kennedy with two of the newspapers founders, Irene Kobayashi and Barbara Johnson, and former editor Sharon Kennedy. Family members of the founders stand behind. The […]
AI Could Redefine Education — If Implemented Thoughtfully
As a high school math teacher, I’ve spent 21 years with alternative education students—many navigating poverty, trauma, or systemic barriers—who have often felt pushed to the margins. I’ve learned that education isn’t […]
Former Orange County Sheriff’s Deputy Pleads Guilty to Sexually Assaulting Female Inmates
A former Orange County Sheriff’s Deputy has pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting two female inmates, including directing them to engage in sexual activity, while assigned to work at the Theo Lacy Facility […]
Opinion: Out of My Mind: Supreme Court Rips Lady Justice’s Mask Off
The Supreme Court yesterday (September 8, 2025) threatened to put a knife into the very heart of what gives this nation any claim even to aspire to exceptionalism by allowing race, ethnicity […]
Lunch with the League Community Impact 2025 Award Honorees
