Fullerton voters may wait days or weeks to learn the winners of several races, including a tight City Council contest and a county supervisor race separated by fewer than 1,000 votes, according […]
Fullerton Mayor Fred Jung faces a challenge from Buena Park Councilmember Carlos Franco for a seat on Orange County’s transportation board, as the agency confronts difficult decisions over public transit funding. On […]
With the November 3 election approaching, campaign signs are popping up everywhere in Fullerton. They’re fastened to street trees, tied to park fences, and stuck in medians. However, many of these signs […]
With a lengthy ballot and millions of dollars being spent to influence voters, understanding California’s 2026 ballot propositions requires more than reading the short descriptions on the ballot, Fullerton College political science […]
Fullerton College Student Volunteer: Please state your name, occupation and the office you currently hold. Jeffrey Brown: My name is Jeffrey, or Jeff, Brown. In my day job, I am an engineer, […]
Fullerton College Student Volunteer: Please state your name and the office you are running for. Larry Andre: My name is Larry Andre, and I am a candidate for North Orange County Community […]
Fullerton College Student Volunteer: Please state your name, occupation and the office you are running for. Chloe Serrano: My name is Chloe Serrano. I am an education policy adviser, and I am […]
Fullerton College Student Volunteer: Please state your name and the office you are running for. Jesus Silva: My name is Jesus Silva, and I am running for North Orange County Community College […]
Fullerton College Student Volunteer: Please state your name, occupation and the office you are running for. Paulette Chaffee: My name is Paulette Chaffee, and I am an educator. I am running for […]
As California voters prepare for the November 3 election, a record 14 statewide propositions are creating confusion for many. To help navigate this complex ballot, Fullerton College Political Science Professor Jodi Balma […]
Student Volunteer: Could you state your name and what you’re running for? Marilyn Buchi: My name is Marilyn Buchi. I’m running for Trustee Area 5 in the Fullerton Joint Union High School […]
Student Volunteer: Could you state your name and what you’re running for? Amy Dudich: Hi, my name is Amy Dudich. I’m running for Fullerton Joint Union High School District, Area 5. Student […]
Student Volunteer: Could you state your name and what you’re running for? Jordan Abushawish: Hi, my name is Jordan Abushawish. I’m a Fullerton resident and a proud parent, and I’m running […]
Amy Choi Won, a PhD chemist and Korean-English bilingual parent, is running for the Fullerton School District Board of Trustees in Area 3. Fullerton College student Payton sat down with her to […]
Student Volunteer: Could you state your name and what you’re running for? Regina Cuadra: Hi, I’m Regina Cuadra. I’m running for Fullerton Joint Union High School District, Trustee, Area 1. Student Volunteer: […]
Source: required financial disclosures posted on the CA Secretary of State website https://cal-access.sos.ca.gov/Campaign/Measures/Detail.aspx?id=1492880&session=2025 Below are the financial figures behind the Yes and No sides of Prop 40, 41, & 42. Because of tricky […]
The arrests last week of ICE observers Madison Crabill, 25, and Adilene Tonoco, 33, by Santa Ana Police triggered community protests as well as rebukes from City Council members. The Orange County […]
An advertisement for Oscar Valadez, apparently directed at Democratic voters, accuses his opponent, Jozef Maldonado, of making “false, misleading claims.” Yet the advertisement itself makes statements about the outcome of Valadez’s lawsuit […]
Fullerton residents who receive calls or messages asking for donations in the name of local police organizations should verify the requests before giving money, according to warnings from the Fullerton Police Department […]
Fullerton Taxpayers for Reform (FTFR) – finally submitted (several months late) its required Form 460 financial filing covering the beginning of 2026, from January to June 2026. The Political Action Committee calling itself “Fullerton Taxpayers For Reform” […]
The arrests of two women monitoring federal immigration agents in Santa Ana have sparked criticism from elected officials and community organizations, raising questions about constitutional protections for civilian observers and the relationship […]
Audio above is unedited per the League of Women Voters requirements. The transcript and any errors are by Saskia Kennedy. MODERATOR (JODI BALMA): I teach political science here at Fullerton College, and […]
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The protest planned for Monday, October 5, by Indivisible CA-45 in Brea has been postponed, as weather forecasts indicate temperatures are set to exceed 90 degrees. Described by organizers as one of […]
Did you know that Fullerton voters may be increasing the risk of electing an extremist to the North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) Board? This seat is Trustee Area 6, which includes much […]
California votes on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The state will choose a new governor to replace Gavin Newsom, who is out of office this year, with Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve […]
The October 17 events are part of a nationwide “No Kings: Vote Early” action organized by the No Kings coalition. According to the organizers, this round of events is focused not only […]
This video is unedited per League of Women Voters requirements. Below is the transcript – any errors in the transcript are due to Saskia Kennedy. Transcript lightly edited for readability: filler words, […]
Meet the Candidates: Your Presence Matters Voters in District 4 (Brea, Buena Park, Fullerton, La Habra, Placentia, Stanton and part of Anaheim) will choose between Republican Tim Shaw, an Orange County Board […]
Audio is unedited per League of Women Voters requirements. Below is the transcript – any errors in the transcript are due to Saskia Kennedy. See unedited video below. Fullerton City Council Candidate […]
Listen to Bob Page, Orange County Registrar of Voters speaking to the League of Women Voters at their luncheon at Coyote Hills Golf Course in Fullerton on Saturday, September 19, 2026 At […]
What does the future of public education look like in California? Richard Barrera, a San Diego school board member and candidate for California superintendent of public instruction, outlined his education priorities […]
Who is paying for the District 3 and District 5 races, the Jung recall fight, and the groups trying to sway Fullerton voters? How to Read This: Sources: Campaign filings (FPPC Forms […]
Click here to read the mid-September 2026 Fullerton Observer.
Meet the people who want your vote. The League of Women Voters of North Orange County is hosting a series of free, nonpartisan candidate forums this September and October, giving voters a […]
