ALPHA, the Fullerton Chapter of the Assistance League Professional Humanitarian Auxiliary, celebrated thirty-three years of the organization’s annual “A Day of Authors” fundraiser on Saturday, March 28, 2026, which brought about […]
April marks Stress Awareness Month, aimed at raising public understanding of stress and its effects on health. Chronic stress poses severe risks, particularly to mental health, and is linked to suicidal thoughts […]
Orange County Waste & Recycling (OCWR) has announced the extension of the application deadline for its Regional Recycling and Edible Food Recovery Grant Program to May 15, 2026, at 4:59 pm. The […]
Across the United States, over 3,300 organized protests took place on March 28, 2026, as part of the “No Kings Day of Nonviolent Action,” marking one of the largest coordinated demonstrations […]
Politics is a battlefield with disputes winding up in court before voters ever see a ballot. That’s what happened in the case of Fullerton Mayor Fred Jung, who is running in a […]
Vice Chair of the Orange County Board of Supervisors, Katrina Foley, has sent a letter to federal aviation officials following a near miss involving United Flight 589 and a California Army National […]
U.S. Congress Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) announced on March 25, 2026, that he led a coalition of 80 colleagues in sending a letter to the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, […]
The City of Fullerton is pleased to announce the appointment of Anita O’Keefe Torres as the new Library Director, effective March 23, 2026. With nearly 25 years of experience in public libraries […]
Click Here to Find No Kings Event Near You 3/28/2026 When our families are under attack, and costs are pushing people to the brink, silence is not an option. We will defend […]
Residents of Senator Tom Umberg’s district are being encouraged to share their experiences with homeowners’ insurance, as the Senate Judiciary Committee gears up to discuss Senate Bill 982 (SB 982). This legislation, […]
The Orange County Climate Coalition convened on March 25, 2026, for an engaging meeting featuring insightful speakers and urgent calls to action. For those who were unable to attend, a recording of […]
Staff presented Fullerton’s 2025 Annual Housing Element Progress Report to the City Council on March 17, 2026, noting that all California jurisdictions are required to submit an update to the state by […]
The Fullerton City Council on March 17 approved a new agreement with OC Animal Care, ensuring continued animal control and shelter services while reducing long-term costs to the city. The action follows […]
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, a new nationwide initiative is inviting young people to do something rarely asked of them at this scale: define what America should become. Submissions […]
The Orange County Board of Supervisors has received the first phase of a forensic audit examining how billions in county contracts were awarded from 2019 to 2024. Conducted by Weaver and Tidwell […]
During a public address at the Fullerton City Council meeting on March 17, Brea Councilmember Christine Marick discussed a new report released by the Orange County Commission, where she serves as a […]
Fullerton Mayor Fred Jung was served with a lawsuit ahead of Thursday’s OCPA meeting, marking a significant development in the race for Orange County Supervisor. The lawsuit, filed in Orange County Superior […]
The Woman’s Club of Fullerton (WCOF) recently donated $1,500 to the new Fullerton campus of Higher Ground Youth & Family Services to help furnish the center with a ping pong table and […]
At its core, “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You” confronts the unspeakable: maternal ambivalence. When a mother feels she can’t take it anymore, when the sacrifices demanded by motherhood feel unbearable, when the desire […]
In a recent discussion, Saskia Kennedy spoke with Fullerton City Council Member Ahmad Zahra about his role and responsibilities. We engaged in a Q&A session that delved into the challenges and rewards […]
The Fullerton Police Department (FPD) had an eventful week. The FPD and the federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) seized 110 pounds of methamphetamine and two firearms. They also announced on March 6 […]
At the March 17, 2026, City Council meeting, City staff presented an agenda item titled “Second Quarter Financial Report for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025–26 and Mid-Year Budget Adjustments.” The purpose of this […]
Reagan, a talented third grader from Fisler Elementary School, is stepping into the spotlight as she competes in Colossal’s America’s Most Artistic Kid competition. This nationwide initiative not only aims to showcase […]
Senior citizens at Ivy Park Assisted Living have stepped up to support their local homeless community by crafting hand-tied blankets. The residents gathered to tie the edges of each blanket, which were […]
“Tree watching” by Alicia, 8th Grade I watch the tree because he teaches without ever speaking. Rooted in lessons I have yet to learn, He does not wander, does not waver. And […]
On the morning of March 18, the grounds of Muckenthaler Cultural Center—known to locals simply as “The Muck”—buzzed with a different kind of energy. It wasn’t just the hum of conversation or the […]
Recently, residents of Fullerton came together for a training program aimed at preparing them for emergencies. They participated in the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training, which teaches community members how to […]
Recent articles and community opinions shed light on troubling issues at Orange County Animal Care (OC Animal Care) and other municipal animal shelters across California, highlighting concerns around data integrity, negligence, and […]
At its regular meeting on March 3, the Fullerton City Council appointed Eddie Manfro as City Manager. Mr. Manfro brings more than three decades of municipal government experience to the position, including […]
Fullerton College has one of the few community college art departments in the country that offers an Artist-in-Residence (AiR) program. After talking with Seija Rohkea, Art Gallery Technician at the College, I […]
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The agenda for the upcoming meeting on March 17 is brief, featuring a single action item to receive and file the second quarter financial report and mid-year budget adjustments. Further details can […]
The spirit of St. Patrick’s Day came alive on March 15 at the Fullerton Elks Lodge, where members hosted a festive lunch for children with special needs and their families. Elks volunteers […]
In a recent press conference held in Buena Park, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08), alongside U.S. Representatives Derek Tran (CA-45) and Lou Correa (CA-46), announced significant progress on the Orange County […]
Fullerton College President Dr. Cynthia Olivo has been named the 67th Assembly District’s 2026 Woman of the Year. An honor recognized by Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva, this accolade speaks to Dr. Olivo’s exemplary leadership as she guides Fullerton College into growth, innovation and more. “I’m truly honored,” […]
