The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has announced that it is accepting applications for the Assembly Bill (AB) 32 Environmental Justice Advisory Committee (EJAC) for the term 2026-2029. The deadline to apply […]
Orange County Sanitation District Board to Consider Nearly $9 Million in Infrastructure Contracts The Orange County Sanitation District (OC San) Board of Directors will consider approving nearly $9 million in infrastructure and […]
As communities across the nation confront the realities of aging populations, transportation has emerged as a pressing—and often overlooked—public policy challenge. For many older adults, the ability to navigate their neighborhoods is […]
Review the Draft 2025 LHMP document below to see the proposed risk reduction strategies. Then make your public comments at the bottom of this page. https://www.cityoffullerton.com/government/departments/fire/prevention/fire-hazard-mitigation/2025-local-hazard-mitigation-plan-public-comment
A strike by 31,000 nurses and health care professionals at Kaiser Permanente entered its fourth week on Friday, as union leaders pointed to newly disclosed financial filings showing the nonprofit health system […]
On a warm, blue-skied Southern California morning, community leaders and environmental advocates gathered at Ralph B. Clark Regional Park in Buena Park to celebrate the planting of 40 new trees—an […]
The meeting will begin with a presentation on a Behavioral Health Clinician program. Followed by a robust consent calendar. Notably absent from open discussions on regular business items is the Fiscal Year […]
Statement from LA Waterkeeper: Metropolitan Water District board votes to move Pure Water So. Calif. wastewater recycling plan forward Board-approved environmental review document; next step is budget appropriation in April. The board […]
Community urged to ensure immunity The Orange County Health Care Agency (HCA) received notification of a confirmed case of measles who visited Orange County (OC). While infectious, this individual visited the following […]
The Fullerton City Council has taken steps towards implementing new regulations for e-bikes and electric scooters, following the release of the 2023-2024 Orange County Grand Jury report, titled *E-Bikes: Friend or Foe*. […]
Adventures are some of my favorite things! Not all adventures have to be large and expensive. Yes, those are fun. I love adventures where I get to explore a part of the […]
Even though medicine shapes nearly every part of our lives, the complicated workings behind the science of life remain hidden behind simplified and often misdirected assumptions that discredit its meticulous nature. News […]
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The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) received confirmation today of a measles case in a toddler. At this time, there is no evidence of public exposure linked to this case. Health officials […]
Hundreds of Fullerton Joint Union High School District students from La Habra and Sonora high schools left classes and marched to La Habra City Hall on January 30, joining the National Shutdown […]
Residents of Fullerton, your voice matters! On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 5:30 pm, the City Council will hold a crucial meeting at Fullerton City Hall, located at 303 W. Commonwealth Ave. […]
Following the successful completion of the Union Pacific Park and Trail projects, the City of Fullerton has announced a significant investment to revitalize Independence Park. The City Council formally approved the Independence […]
The Groundwater Replenishment System (GWRS) has reached a major production milestone of half a trillion gallons of purified water as it marks 18 years of service this month. A joint project of the Orange County Water District (OCWD) and the Orange County […]
Over 30,000 nurses went on strike January 26, 2026 at 21 Kaiser Permanente locations in California. Kaiser nurses strike statement Profits Over Patients: Read Our New Report The report (CLICK HERE) documents […]
Hundreds of caregivers at Kindred hospitals in Brea and Westminster will embark on a 3-day Unfair Labor Practice Strike starting Tuesday, as they seek a contract that addresses low wages that have […]
The American Cancer Society (ACS) has published its annual report, “Cancer Statistics, 2026,” revealing that the five-year relative survival rate for all cancers combined has reached an impressive 70% for patients diagnosed […]
The ongoing debate over the privatization of public parks raises significant concerns about the impact on local communities and the accessibility of natural spaces. Many argue that allowing out-of-state organizations to manage […]
About 50 residents attended the January 22 US Environmental Protection Agency (USEPA) meeting at the Fullerton Community Center. The presentation by EPA Remedial Project Manager Amanda Cruz updated the 6.4-mile North Orange County Plume and the […]
Staying healthy isn’t just workouts and veggies. It’s about reliable wastewater services that keep our community and environment healthy. For more than 70 years OCSan have safely collected, treated and recycled the […]
Self-collection testing for human papillomavirus (HPV), the most common cause of cervical cancer, is FDA-approved and does not require a pelvic exam. Patients and providers have hailed the practice as a better option […]
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) will host its next training class starting on February 17, 2026, offering residents an interactive, hands-on approach to emergency preparedness. Designed to empower individuals and families, […]
The Free Discussion Society is set to host an engaging community event inviting residents of Fullerton to share their thoughts and insights on the theme, “What does Fullerton mean to you?” Participants […]
“Plans are worthless, but planning is everything.” – Dwight D. Eisenhower I hadn’t commented before on the lack of planning for extreme weather shelters in Orange County because the Observer and the Orange County Register seemed to […]
As a teenager, Jason Wilson, now a history teacher, set out on a hiking trip with his father and brother. What began as a day of adventure quickly turned into a test […]
The other day, while walking through Craig Park, I passed a woman wearing a T-shirt that read, “I have an attitude.” This made me stop and think—what exactly did she mean by […]
After the holidays, there’s always an abundance of e-waste, whether that’s used or aging cell phones, old TVs and radios that people never thought to throw out, or old printers that […]
For more than six decades, the Fullerton Recreational Riders (FRR) have been a cornerstone of the local equestrian community, bringing riders, families, and horse enthusiasts together through gymkhana events, volunteerism, and a shared love of horses. […]
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is set to host a public meeting in Fullerton on January 22, 2026, to discuss its proposed plan for cleaning up contaminated groundwater at the Orange […]
Governor’s budget continues to put immigrant communities, Covered California enrollees, and the whole health system at risk by delaying action. CA lawmakers must act now to prevent coverage losses and shore up […]
Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) voted on January 8, 2026, for a Democratic measure to return previous ACA subsidies and hold health care costs down for hard-working American taxpayers and released the following […]
