It can be difficult to catch one’s breath and sift through reports to find accurate news – the list below includes links to both local and world news agencies known for accuracy. […]
Good Sources of US & World News
31st Annual Report of the Conditions of Children in Orange County Now Available
The 31st Annual Report on the Conditions of Children in Orange County is now available. The report details the conditions of health, economic well-being, education and safety of Orange County’s children, giving […]
Statement Applauding Extension of Discussions Regarding Possible Relocation of OLLI-CSUF Community
Cal State Fullerton President Ronald Rochon has accepted his OLLI Advisory Task Force’s initial recommendations, which provide a framework for addressing short-term issues associated with the university’s enrollment increase and the possible […]
Young Observers: mid-December 2025
Finals Week by Olive, 10th Grade Finals week is coming up and it is important to manage your stress and ace your tests. As a high school student, I’ve experienced test anxiety […]
Fullerton School District and High School District Hold Annual Organizational Meetings
Fullerton School District and Fullerton Joint Union High School District held their annual organizational board meetings on December 9. Organizational meetings determine new board officers, approve upcoming meeting dates, celebrate the past […]
Read the mid-December 2025 Fullerton Observer
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Art Alumna Georgette Collard Gives Back to Museum Community
For Georgette Collard, a career marked by cultural enrichment, preservation and community became possible thanks to the museum studies program at Fullerton College. After completing her associate’s degree in art history in 2019 and a museum studies certificate in 2024, Collard now gives back to her community as museum curator for the Fullerton Museum Center. […]
Administration of Justice Program Prepares Students for Prosperous Careers
The Administration of Justice Pathway Program (AJPP) at Fullerton College has been instrumental in helping its students secure careers in the field. Overseen by Professors Leticia Ramirez and Kelly Robertson, the program offers a robust combination of theoretical and […]
Fullerton School District Announces Open Enrollment Window for 2026–27 School Year
Fullerton School District (FSD), home to nationally recognized, award-winning schools, programs, and people, has announced its Open Enrollment period for the 2026–27 school year, which will take place between Jan. 12 to […]
opinion: Giving Autism A Voice
Note about the author: The author of this article is diagnosed with high-functioning autism, as well as so-called mild combined-presentation ADHD. He received his diagnosis in May of 2023 and acknowledges and […]
21st Annual Fullerton Women’s Leadership Forum Celebrates Trailblazing Women
The 21st annual Fullerton Women’s Leadership Forum (FWLF) took place on December 3, 2025, honoring six remarkable women for their contributions to the community. The event celebrated leaders from various sectors, […]
Young Observers: Early December 2025
About Snakes by Muireann, 2nd Grade Do you find snakes creepy? Don’t! There is nothing to be afraid of! You might be thinking, “But don’t they bite?” Snakes only bite for prey or if they […]
New California Education Legislation 2025
In October, Governor Newsom signed these new California education laws. (Resources: Fourth District PTA The Advocacy Communicator, November 2025, http://www.fourthdistrictpta.org, EdSource Legislation, September, and October, 2025, http://www.edsource.org, Cal Matters Digital Democracy, http://www.calmatters.digitaldemocracy.org.) AB […]
Fullerton School District Board Meeting November 18, 2025
The 5-hour Fullerton School District Board (FSD) meeting on November 18 began with the ceremonial swearing in of new Trustee Miguel Alverez. He was officially sworn in at the October 31 special […]
Fullerton Public Library Introduces New Autorenewal Feature for Patrons
Beginning December 3, the Fullerton Public Library will implement a new Autorenewal system designed to enhance convenience for its patrons. This innovative feature allows most library items to be automatically renewed up […]
Fullerton College Breaks Ground on State-of-Art Music & Drama Complex
The new performing arts facility unites music and theatre programs in collaborative spaces Ground was officially broken November 19, 2025, for Fullerton College’s new 76,000-square-foot Music & Drama Complex in Fullerton, […]
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Healthy Awareness: Critical Times for Education
I recently attended the 100th anniversary celebration of Claremont Graduate University (CGU), where interim president Dr. Michelle Bligh and CGU alumna Dr. Cynthia Olivo, now president of Fullerton College, spoke about the […]
Young Observers: mid-November 2025
Spreading the Holiday Spirit by Olive, 10th grade As the end-of-the-year celebrations approach, it is easy to forget that not everyone gets to experience holiday magic. According to the California Association of […]
November 4 Fullerton Joint Union High School District (FJUHSD) Board Meeting
Supplementing SNAP for FJUHSD students Superintendent Dr. Steve McLaughlin, mentioned that FJUHSD had extended nutritional services during the recent federal government shutdown that suspended Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) allocations for families. […]
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Multiple Bomb Threats Prompt Lockdowns at Fullerton Schools
Update 4:17 PM – the lockdown at Sunny Hills high school has been lifted. For all parents of Sunny Hills High School, students please refer to the districts notification system on pick […]
$78 Million Awarded to Replace 286 Polluting School Buses with Cleaner Models
The South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) Governing Board approved up to $78.2 million to replace 286 older, high-polluting school buses with new zero-emission models and to install supporting […]
Fullerton School District Launches Food Drive to Support Families Impacted by Federal Government Shutdown
True to its spirit of care and community, the Fullerton School District (FSD) is once again coming together to support families in need. From now through Thursday, Nov. 20, FSD is hosting […]
CSUF to Hold Candlelight Vigil in Memory of Lauren Turner
Cal State Fullerton’s Titans women’s soccer team and the Athletics Department are organizing a candlelight vigil to honor the life of Lauren Turner, a dedicated student-athlete who tragically passed away on November […]
Community Comes Together for “Sleep Matters” Event Focused on Student Success
The Parents Voice USA hosted a highly successful event, “Sleep Matters,” on October 16, 2025, in coordination with the Fullerton Public Library Conference Center. The event brought together parents, educators, and […]
Young Observer: David Wagner: From Fullerton to the US Open
Fullerton seems to be a hotspot for hardworking people who rise to the top. I recently found out that Gwen Stefani, the 2000s pop star who made so many songs I sing […]
Young Observers: Early November 2025
A Day in Paris by Tegan, 11th grade Kate Kaneko, beloved president of the National Charity League (NCL) Fullerton Chapter’s Class of 2027, is leading her class through one of the chapter’s […]
Human Migration Institute Celebrates 10 Years of Refugee Empowerment with Gala at The Cheech
The Human Migration Institute (HMI) will celebrate a decade of transformation and resilience at its 10th Anniversary Gala, held at the Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Art & Culture in Riverside, […]
Fullerton Union High School Moves to Replace 100-Year-Old Mascot
At the October 14 FJUHSD Board meeting, public comments addressed current FUHS efforts to replace the Indian/Tribe mascot instituted in 1925. Students and staff have discussed the mascot issue for over 20 […]
Joint Statement from CSUF and OLLI-CSUF Regarding Relocating OLLI
Cal State Fullerton and OLLI have reached a mutual and positive understanding that reflects their shared commitment to partnership and student success. In the spirit of collaboration, they will be forming an […]
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Millions of Americans Facing Loss of Food Assistance: How You Can Help
As millions of Americans brace for impending cuts to food assistance programs, local food pantries are gearing up to meet an increasing demand for support. With the potential for many families to […]
Fullerton’s Immigrant Families are Racially Diverse and Long-Settled, Not New Arrivals, New USC Data Shows
New data estimates, from USC Equity Research Institute, of undocumented Fullertonians and their U.S. citizen relatives tell a story of a racially diverse population that is deeply settled, connected to thousands of […]
Students at CSU Fullerton Prepare to Challenge Starbucks Over Union Negotiations
As Starbucks faces mounting pressure to reach a fair contract with its unionized baristas, college students across the nation, including those at California State University, Fullerton, are intensifying their efforts to sever […]
