In a decisive move to bolster local green spaces, the Fullerton City Council approved the Union Pacific Trail Phase II project in a 4 to 1 vote during a meeting on May […]
Union Pacific Trail Phase II Project Breaks Ground on July 2
12th Annual Downtown Fullerton 4th of July Bike Parade Set for July 4th
The 12th Annual Downtown Fullerton 4th of July Bike Parade is set to take place on Friday, July 4th. Starting at 9:50 am at the intersection of Wilshire Avenue and Woods Avenue, […]
The threat of CA Public Lands Sales Continues, New Proposal Put Forth in Senate
Californians from across the state are voicing their opposition on June 27 to a revised proposal that would mandate the sale of millions of acres of public lands. Despite immense public backlash […]
Victory for Park Access: State Library Parks Pass Funding Restored in Final California Budget
California State Parks Foundation celebrated on June 27, the restoration of $6.75 million in funding for the California State Library Parks Pass program. The Governor signed the budget bill shortly after legislative […]
Asian Law Caucus Statement on Supreme Court Ruling Creating Patchwork System of Citizenship
The Asian Law Caucus, the nation’s first Asian American legal and civil rights organization, released a statement on June 27 following the Supreme Court’s decision limiting the power of federal courts to issue […]
OC Grand Jury Report: Hate: What is Orange County Doing About it?
Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere… –Martin Luther King, Jr. The Grand Jury reviewed compliance with AB449, and gained an understanding of the local programs, initiatives, and interventions directed at […]
Immigration Enforcement Activity: Know Your Rights and Be Prepared
Dear Neighbor, Following recent immigration enforcement actions in Paramount, Huntington Park and nearby communities, I want to share important information to help you and your loved ones stay informed, protected, and prepared. […]
Notification Failures for Planning Commission Meeting
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 25, 2025, was canceled amid controversy over allegations of insufficient notification regarding proposed noise regulations. Critics, including local business owners and community advocates, argued that […]
Concerns Arise Over Lack of Transparency in Lease Amendment for Fullerton Transportation Center
At a recent city council meeting, Mayor Jung announced the postponement of a lease amendment for city-owned property at 120-140 East Santa Fe Avenue, originally hidden in the consent calendar as item […]
“Only Bad Guys Wear Masks!”: Correa Pushes Legislation to Make Masked ICE Agents Illegal
“Only bad guys wear masks. Knock it off!” Correa Lambasts On Social Media Text of Legislation (PDF) | View Video Remarks Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) joined his colleagues on June 26, Representative Dan Goldman […]
Support Fullerton School District Families This Summer
Open Letter to City Council
Dear City Council, I’m writing to express deep concern about the lease agreement approved for Mr. Tony Bushala. The terms are lopsided, irresponsible, and betray the values you claim to uphold: fiscal […]
Planning Commission is Set to Amend the Noise Regulation
In a move to address growing concerns over noise disturbances related to outdoor entertainment, the Fullerton Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing on June 25, 2025, at 6:30 pm. […]
Protests March From Fullerton City Hall to Downtown Against ICE
Protesters gathered at Fullerton’s City Hall Saturday afternoon in protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids across Southern California. Organizers led the crowd from Fullerton City Hall to the downtown district […]
Experience the Day of Music in Fullerton for FREE, Over 200 LIVE Bands for One Day Only on June 21, 2025
SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. PLEASE CHECK EVENT WEB SITE FOR UPDATED SCHEDULE! Find more venues at: DayOfMusicFullerton.com Shuttle Bus by Gold Coast Tours 301 N Pomona Thank you to our […]
Grand Jury Report 2025: Orange County Should Have More Respect for Its Elders!
The 2015/2016 Orange County Grand Jury published a report questioning, “Is the Office on Aging prepared to handle the demands placed on it by the rapidly expanding Orange County senior population?” Nine […]
Items Pulled from the Consent Calendar at the City Council Meeting on June 17
– Item #3: Monthly Committee Activity and Attendance Report – Item #7: Proposed Lease Amendment for City-Owned Real Property Located at 120-140 East Santa Fe Avenue – Fullerton Transportation Center to Bushala […]
Public Comments and City Council Reports from the City of Fullerton City Council meeting June 17th, 2025
City of Fullerton City Council meeting June 17th, 2025 Public Comments Todd Harrison: I want to revisit a topic I introduced in my earlier remarks regarding the endangered residents of Rancho La […]
Rep. Derek Tran and Orange County labor leader Gloria Alvarado denounced the Trump Administration’s chaotic deportation tactics
Rep. Tran and Alvarado denounced the Trump Administration’s chaotic deportation tactics. Rep. Tran called for ICE deportation actions to focus on violent criminals, instead of recklessly detaining workers and families with […]
Recap: Unpacking Fullerton College’s Charter City Workshop
Fullerton City Council is pushing to become a charter city. What is a charter city? What does that look like and what will that mean for Fullerton residents? Fullerton College’s Professor of […]
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On the Fullerton City Council Agenda for June 17, 2025
The agenda consists of two main items. Item 9 involves the approval of a master schedule of fees and charges, which is conducted annually in conjunction with the city budget. The Fire […]
Elected Officials Call for End to ICE Operations in Orange County
Orange County officials gathered on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, to denounce the ongoing activities of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Department of Homeland Security in Orange County communities. The rally, […]
DPOC Chair Florice Hoffman Issues Statement Regarding ICE Terrorizing communities and U.S Military Deployment into Southern California
“The Democratic Party of Orange County strongly condemns the actions of President Donald Trump and ICE, whose tactics of intimidation and violence have terrorized communities. The arrest and targeting of immigrants without […]
Protest in Santa Ana Turns Chaotic Despite Peaceful Intentions
Updated June 11, 2025: A peaceful protest organized by the Orange County Rapid Response Network in Santa Ana on June 9, 2025, aimed to uphold First Amendment rights and address concerns about […]
Correa Issues Statement in Response to Reports of Ice Raids in Santa Ana
Representative Lou Correa (D-CA) issued the following statement on June 9, 2025. Upon landing in Washington, I was shocked to hear of ICE raids being conducted across Orange County—where it appears agents […]
Jackbooted ICE Thugs are Domestic Terrorists
“We have met the enemy and he is us” –Pogo by Walt Kelley The head of ICE, Tom Homan, hates being accused of leading an American version of the Gestapo. However, if […]
City Council Approves Mills Act Contracts for Historic Properties
At the City Council meeting on June 3, 2025, Mayor Fred Jung and the remainder of the council unanimously voted in favor of approving two Mills Act contracts between the owners of […]
Founder of Nonprofit Charged in COVID-19 Fund Bribery Scheme
The founder of a now-shuttered nonprofit organization has been indicted on federal charges alleging that he bribed then-Orange County Supervisor Andrew Hoang Do to obtain approximately $12 million in COVID-19 pandemic-related funds, […]
OC Vice Chair Katrina Foley Releases Statement on Indictment of Peter Pham, Founder of OC-Based Non-Profit at the Center of the Andrew Do Scandal
Orange County Supervisor Vice Chair Katrina Foley released the following statement on June 6, 2025, in response to the federal indictment against Peter Anh Pham, founder of Viet America Society. Pham was […]
Public Comments and Council Reports from June 3, 2025 Fullerton City Council Meeting
City Attorney Dick Jones: The closed session involved West Park Investments and included a report on the case title. For the record, the case is West Park Investments LLC versus TA Partners […]
A Fullerton Resident’s Open Letter to Councilmember Dunlap
Councilmember Dunlap, At the first meeting discussing a potential charter city, you defended the proposal by stating: “I think there’s a lot of people who really have no vision for our city.” […]
Fullerton City Council to Hold Special Meeting on June 5
Update 2: A press release from the city of San Bernardino announced that Eric Levitt has been selected as the city’s new City Manager and will begin on August 4, 2025. https://www.sanbernardino.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=515 […]
Opinion: Make Polluters Pay: Pass the Climate Superfund Act
We can no longer count on consistent support from the federal government when disaster strikes. FEMA funding can now be delayed or denied on a whim. President Trump has already blocked California’s […]
Fullerton Collaborative General Meeting and State of the Community with Mayor Fred Jung
The Fullerton Collaborative, in partnership with the City of Fullerton, is set to hold a General Meeting on Monday, June 9, 2025, at 2:30 pm. The event will take place in the […]
