The Kindness Matters Thanksgiving Morning Walk will take place on November 27, 2025, from 8 to 9 am at the Fullerton Courthouse Parking Lot, located at 1275 N. Berkeley Ave, Fullerton. Participants […]
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 […]
The most urgent task, to end genocide, requires truthful coverage about Israel’s war crimes. On Saturday, 8 November, 2025, Dan Perry wrote in The Jerusalem Post about Israel’s projected lifting of the media blockade on Gaza. Perry […]
Reserve funds will support food distributors and directly aid members as CalFresh benefits are delayed for low-income individuals. With the current issues facing CalFresh benefits, food security for 310,000 Orange County residents […]
In Fullerton, countless residents are currently facing frustrating delays in receiving their CalFresh benefits, a program that provides critical assistance to low-income families for purchasing food. It’s disheartening to see our neighbors […]
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 […]
Nestled in the canyons of South Orange County is O’Neill Regional Park, a surprisingly remote 4,000 acres of protected wilderness that happens to be open for both equestrian and group camping […]
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is alerting parents and caregivers about an ongoing multi-state outbreak of infant botulism linked to ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula. Parents and caregivers should […]
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 […]
California has begun issuing November CalFresh benefits, starting with recipients who normally receive their benefits between the first and seventh of the month. Recipients may already see their usual funds loaded onto […]
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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Update: The program has a New URL: foodsupporthub.en-html.org As millions of Americans brace for impending cuts to food assistance programs, local food pantries are gearing up to meet an increasing demand for […]
Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva invites seniors to a complimentary resource fair aimed at providing essential services and information. The event, held in partnership with Assemblymember Avelino Valencia, will feature a variety of offerings […]
New agreement will improve care coordination and case management for Orange County Medi-Cal members CalOptima Health will add its 10th health network by partnering with Providence, marking a significant step in strengthening […]
At the Fullerton City Council meeting on October 21, 2025, members of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) raised urgent concerns regarding the safety of senior citizens amid plans to relocate their […]
The Fullerton Aquatics Sports Team (FAST) officially kicked off its fall season with a spirited intrasquad meet, showcasing the talents of over 215 athletes. The event, which took place at the Janet […]
As the prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias continues to rise, planning for the future has become increasingly vital for affected individuals and their families. An upcoming program aims to provide […]
Police arrived to an apartment complex on W. Wilshire in Fullerton after a 911 call at 11am Tuesday, Oct 21, by a man who reported four of his friends (a woman, […]
The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) has detected elevated West Nile Virus (WNV) activity in North Central Orange County. OCMVCD routinely traps mosquitoes to test for the presence of […]
Kaiser Permanente nurses and healthcare professionals braved the rain on October 14 to demand safe staffing levels and fair contract negotiations. The protest, organized by members of the United Nurses Associations of […]
State tour of the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services’ simulator puts the spotlight on the Great California ShakeOut and earthquake preparedness The Cal State Fullerton Police Department, CSUF’s Office of Emergency […]
Family, friends, and residents of Gordon Lane Nursing Home staff gathered on October 12, 2025, to celebrate the remarkable life of Dahyabhai M. Patel, who marked his 107th birthday. Mr. Patel […]
Last July on a Friday at approximately 7:45 am, an experienced bicyclist riding westbound on Wilshire Ave. and crossing Harbor Blvd. in downtown Fullerton, and wearing a bright neon yellow helmet and […]
A troubling situation is alleged to have occurred at the Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham in Fullerton, California, on October 8, 2025, when a guest in a wheelchair faced significant […]
A free Mental Health Forum is set for Thursday, October 16, from 5:30 to 7 pm, to address the toll that continued actions by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have taken on […]
Looking to tackle the pressing issue of domestic violence within the community, Radiant Futures will host an important Safety Panel Discussion featuring prominent local leaders. The event aims to shed light on […]
The City of Fullerton is taking significant steps to enhance its resilience against natural disasters by updating its Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). This important initiative aims to address vulnerabilities to environmental […]
Nelson Mandela once said, “No one is born hating another person because of the color of his skin, or his background, or his religion. People must learn to hate, and if they […]
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In the wake of a tragic incident involving members of California State University, Fullerton’s women’s soccer team, two separate GoFundMe campaigns have been initiated to support the families of critically injured players […]
I love the fall. It is truly one of my favorite seasons, even in California, where we hardly see any change in the leaves. Fall just seems to be a time when […]
As ballots are mailed throughout California and voting centers open, Health Access California announces its endorsement of Proposition 50, the Election Rigging Response Act. The following is a statement from Health Access […]
This October, the Fullerton Firefighters Association (FFA) and the Fullerton Fire Department (FFD) are proud to “turn pink” in honor of Cancer Awareness Month. From October 1–31, 2025, the community is invited […]
The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District (OCMVCD) has confirmed mosquito samples infected with West Nile virus (WNV) in the City of Fullerton. The Orange County Mosquito and Vector Control District […]
