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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Housing advocates, journalists and state officials have increasingly warned that Fullerton’s long-running housing shortage could reshape neighborhoods and strain homeowners if the city fails to expand affordable housing. Over the past several […]
Orange County officials have taken legal action against a nonprofit partner, alleging that the organization mismanaged tens of millions of dollars designated for mental health services. The complaint was filed in Superior […]
This March, the American Red Cross urges donors to help the national blood supply recover following a severe shortage and empower their health by making an appointment to give blood or platelets. […]
As communities continue to recover from the disruptions caused by severe winter weather in February, the American Red Cross is urging eligible donors to step forward and give blood or platelets during […]
The South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) hosted its Annual Technology Showcase on March 6, 2026, offering a glimpse into the future of clean transportation and air quality solutions. […]
As an undergraduate at CSU- Fullerton, I worked as a teacher’s assistant for Deanna Kuhn in her developmental and experimental psychology classes. The labs she directed centered on one theme: altruism. Like […]
By now, you’ve probably seen multitudes of headlines about artificial intelligence weaving its way into nearly everything, from self-driving cars to automated food deliveries. But AI hasn’t just entered consumer tech. It […]
Buried within the Fullerton Public Library’s website homepage, I noticed a digital flyer that read, “It’s not just for Summer! When you check out a State Parks Pass, you’ll get two weeks (per checkout) […]
My last column was about adventures. Well, I just got back from a big one! I was invited to present, along with a colleague, at Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Asia, […]
The Fullerton Collaborative will convene for a general meeting on Monday, March 9, that promises to foster connection and collaboration among community members dedicated to enhancing the well-being of Fullerton. The meeting, […]
The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) is reminding the public that it will be conducting a statewide Shoulder Tap Decoy Operation on Saturday, March 14, 2026, in conjunction with California […]
The City of Fullerton is updating its Open Space and Conservation Element within the General Plan. Just released is the Draft Open Space and Conservation Element for your review and comments. Your […]
A longtime member of the Fullerton Aquatics Sports Team (FAST) Masters program has earned national recognition for an extraordinary achievement in the pool. Bob Bergstrom, 85, placed first in the nation in […]
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California Attorney General Rob Bonta and Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and the CDC for removing […]
The Arboretum and Botanical Garden at Cal State Fullerton received a $2.35 million gift to support physical improvements, enhance the garden’s collections and ensure that it remains a top conservation resource in […]
The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fullerton, along with First Christian Church, hosted a panel presentation on Sunday, February 22, regarding local immigration concerns and ways to support our local immigrant community. The […]
As electric bicycles surge in popularity across Southern California, cities like Fullerton are confronting a pressing question: how to encourage sustainable transportation while addressing mounting safety concerns — particularly among young riders. […]
UNAC/UHCP nurses and health care workers are back on the job. After weeks on the picket line fighting for the patients and communities they serve, members of the United Nurses Associations of […]
The open-ended strike underway by UNAC/UHCP is unnecessary, disruptive to our members and patients, and counterproductive to reaching contract agreements. Fortunately, the number of employees choosing to return to work continues to […]
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 […]
