Not long after the Trump administration took office, my son noticed several empty seats in his sixth-grade classroom. At first, he didn’t understand why his Hispanic classmates were missing. Later, when my […]
Are We Fine with Empty Seats?
Patrick T. Hiller
Young Observers: mid-March 2025
How to Build Confidence When Speaking in Public by Alicia, 7th grade Public speaking can be intimidating, whether giving a presentation at work, making a toast at a wedding, or addressing a […]
Senate Judiciary Chair Tom Umberg Responds to 2025 State of the Judiciary
Senator Thomas J. Umberg (D-Santa Ana), Chair of the California Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the statement below in response to today’s State of the Judiciary. “It was a real pleasure to participate […]
Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Comment on Entitlement of Costa Mesa Senior Center Affordable Housing Development
In Costa Mesa, Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley joined the City of Costa Mesa’s City Council meeting to advocate for a housing development she has worked on since […]
Local Citizenship Clinic Set to Empower Families Seeking American Dream on April 4
In an effort to support hardworking families in the community, a Citizenship Clinic is being organized to assist those seeking to navigate the citizenship application process. Scheduled for Friday, April 4th, from […]
Opinion: AT HOME WITH THE HOMELESS: Shelters are “a bridge to nowhere” and new horrors from DC
I’m beating a dead horse here, but until the state of California can bring about some real reform in addressing homelessness, that deceased equine will continue to get whipped. The trigger (pun […]
Applications Open for Orange County Board of Supervisors’ District 4 Future Leaders Program
The Orange County Board of Supervisors has announced the opening of applications for its Future Leaders Program, aimed at empowering local high school students. This initiative targets sophomores and juniors who reside […]
Saying Farewell to Laura Perez 1933-2025
Laura Perez, 91, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, in Remington, Virginia. Born on September 4, 1933, in Talafofo, Guam, she was the daughter of Jose San Nicholas Diego and Rosa […]
When Your Child Makes a Life-Changing Mistake: Finding Hope From Parents Who Have Been There
It’s the call every parent dreads: Your child has been taken into police custody for shoplifting. Your stomach drops. A million thoughts race through your mind. How did this happen? What does […]
Read the mid-March 2025 Fullerton Observer
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New Tariffs on Newsprint Will Reduce Access to News
Industry experts predict that the tariffs will lead to significant price increases for newsprint. These financial burdens come as print advertising revenue continues to plummet. Many newspapers have already announced layoffs and […]
Fullerton Police Involved in Fatal Shooting After Responding to Armed Threat
A 9-1-1 call led to a tragic officer-involved shooting in Fullerton on March 15, 2025, when police encountered a 19-year-old male reportedly armed with a knife and threatening a family member. Emergency […]
Fatal Motorcycle Collision in Fullerton Claims Life of Rider
A tragic motorcycle accident on Saturday night resulted in the death of an adult male rider. The incident occurred at approximately 10:03 PM on March 15, 2025, near the intersection of N. […]
On the Fullerton City Council agenda for March 18, 2025
Item #14 is a report, as required by AB 2561, about City employee positions, vacancies, and recruitment. Details about all positions are in the agenda packet and can be found here: https://fullerton.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx If […]
From Service to Classroom – Launch Your Career in Education Today
Governor’s Office of Service and Community Engagement (GO-Serve) Director Josh Fryday and San José Mayor Matt Mahan announced California seeks 10,000 people to join the California Service Corps. Members gain meaningful work […]
Del Servicio a la Educación: Da el Primer Paso en Tu Carrera Hoy
El director de GO-Serve Josh Fryday y el alcalde Matt Mahan anunciaron que California busca 10,000 personas para unirse al California Service Corps. Los miembros obtienen experiencia laboral significativa mientras ayudan a […]
NOCROP Empolyee of the Year Spotlight: Chef Bob Moonswami
The art of cooking is more than just preparing meals—it’s a blend of skill, creativity, and dedication. A great chef not only masters flavors and techniques but also shares their passion, inspiring […]
Fatal Traffic Collision in Fullerton Claims Life of Pedestrian in Wheelchair
A tragic traffic collision occurred on Thursday night, March 13, 2025, resulting in the death of a male pedestrian in a wheelchair. Fullerton Police Officers responded to the incident at approximately 10:52 […]
On the City Council Agenda for March 18, 2025
City Council will convene on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 Fullerton City Council / Successor Agency meeting at 5:30 pm. Council Chamber, 303 West Commonwealth Avenue, Fullerton https://fullerton.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx PUBLIC HEARINGS (Items 13 – […]
Fullerton College Theater Productions 2025
CABARET Campus Theatre Musical Contemporary Piece Series PERFORMANCES AND TICKETS: Thursday, March 20th, 2025 at 7:30pmFriday, March 21st, 2025 at 7:30pmSaturday, March 22nd, 2025 at 7:30pm ADMISSION: Door $24.00 and Presale $20.00 […]
Fullerton College Art Gallery is featuring the work of Armand Serrano until March 26
Fullerton College Art Gallery is featuring the work of Armand Serrano until March 26. This is the first time his work has been shown in one space since his career lives […]
The Downtown Report mid-March 2025
NOSTALGIA As the saying goes, nostalgia just ain’t what it used to be. The good ol’ days, when a cup of Joe was just a plug nickel at The Fullerton Café, 107 […]
Young Observers: Early March 2025
Featured Pet: Meet Summer by Jules, 7th grade Though it’s still winter, you can find a taste of summer at OC Animal Care with Summer, our delightful two-year-old Siberian Husky! Currently in […]
Opinion: Out of My Mind: Who Will Lead? Rudderless ships of State in Stormy Seas
There is a clear crisis of leadership in the West. When we look around our nation (the USA) and our world (the only one we have), we can easily determine who leads […]
Women March for Women’s Rights and Against Fascism in Santa Ana
On International Women’s Day, around 110 women congregated for a march, passionately opposing what many describe as a “fascist takeover” of women’s rights. The event served not only as a commemoration of […]
IRS: Don’t overlook free options for preparing and filing taxes in 2025; Direct File available in 25 states
The Internal Revenue Service encouraged taxpayers who have yet to prepare and file their tax returns to consider taking advantage of the many free options available – including Direct File, a free, […]
Joint Effort by Orange County Water District and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Increases Water Supply for Orange County
The Orange County Water District (OCWD), in collaboration with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), announces the approval of a minor deviation to the Water Control Plan at Prado Dam, effective […]
CSUF hosts a free movie “Counted Out” on March 14
The Math/Science Teacher Initiative will be sponsoring a screening of the documentary Counted Out. Information about the film is below. This is a great opportunity for students to think about the role […]
“When I was a Child” speech by Helena Donato-Sapp at the Women’s Festival 2025
“When I was a Child” speech by Helena Donato-Sapp at the Women’s Festival 2025 hosted by the Fullerton Museum Center on March 8. (2009) In the year that I was born, Michelle Obama […]
Health: Early March 2025
Health: Self Harm Awareness Month by Taliha, 10th grade Can you believe it is already March? March is truly one of the busiest months, particularly with the mental health campaign going on […]
Opinion: AT HOME WITH THE HOMELESS: Fullerton is going along to get along
I love college towns. There’s always a positive vibe there, one that you feel just walking through town or on campus, that is inclusive and flowing with experimentation and innovation, an atmosphere […]
Fullerton Joint Union High School District: Mid-year LCAP
At the February 11 FJUHSD board meeting, Dr. Sylvia Kaufman, Assistant Superintendent of Education Services, and Dr. Josh Porter, Director of Education Services, presented the mid-year Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) update. […]
Fullerton School District: The Safe and Welcoming Schools Resolution
At the February 18 Fullerton School District board meeting trustees agreed on a bold resolution to address the daily fear that district children are feeling with concerns that Immigration Control Agents or […]
Fullerton Joint Union High School District Artists at the Muckenthaler
Walking through the Muckenthaler Cultural Center doors, visitors were greeted by a life-size handmade costume of a plant creature — a creation by Fullerton Union High School students Isabella Savage and Eadyn […]
Mystery and Sadness Linger After Deportation of Fullerton Couple
The recent detention and deportation of the parents of three young children here in Fullerton has raised significant concerns within the local community. The incident was reported in the Early February Fullerton […]
