The Fullerton City Council is scheduled to consider adopting the city’s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Safety Action Plan during its June 2 meeting, a step required to preserve federal […]
The Fullerton City Council is scheduled to award a $2.63 million construction contract for a major street rehabilitation project in the Sunny Hills, Twilight, and East Las Palmas neighborhoods during its June […]
On the consent calendar for the June 2 Fullerton City Council meeting is an item to approve $163.26K in purchase orders to convert 42 aging streetlights in northeast Fullerton from a decades-old […]
The Fullerton City Council is scheduled to consider a resolution on its June 2 consent calendar that would begin the process of withdrawing from the Independent Cities Risk Management Authority (ICRMA), a […]
The California State Board of Food and Agriculture will hear updates on the agricultural economy, pest prevention programs and the California Water Plan at its upcoming meeting on Tuesday, June 2, 2026. […]
The County of Orange and Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) today announced the availability of an online survey and informational workshops to gather public input to help update a new Local Hazard […]
The City of Fullerton enthusiastically invites the community to the highly anticipated Airport Day, set to take place on Saturday, June 6, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. This free event honors […]
Public Workshop via Webinar The California Air Resources Board (CARB) invites you to participate in a virtual public workshop to provide an overview of the CARB 2026 Annual Monitoring Network Plan (ANP). […]
The Orange County Fire Authority announced on May 26 that all evacuation orders related to the chemical leak incident at the GKN Aerospace facility have been lifted. As of 7:30 pm, approximately […]
As emergency crews respond to an ongoing chemical tank incident affecting parts of Orange County, local restaurant Del Taco is stepping in to support those on the front lines. The chain has […]
The sounds of a mariachi band filled the air on May 22 as Chapman University graduates, their families, faculty, and supporters filed into the First Presbyterian Church in Orange. The vibrant music […]
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is providing guidance after a ruptured pipeline released approximately 2,400 gallons of crude oil in East Los Angeles near Cesar Chavez and Eastern Ave, […]
Emergency officials have confirmed that the worst-case scenario (explosion) concerning the malfunctioning chemical tank at GNK Aerospace has been narrowly avoided, following the discovery of a crack in the tank and a […]
Fullerton is in the midst of another election cycle, voters are once again debating what truly influences local elections in the city. While campaign signs and candidate forums remain visible parts of […]
Taking proactive steps to protect Californians, Governor Gavin Newsom on May 23 issued a state of emergency proclamation for Orange County as the state continues to assist in local response efforts following […]
A car accident can be a harrowing experience, leaving those involved shaken and uncertain about what to do next. In the immediate aftermath, the actions taken can greatly influence safety, health, and […]
Buena Park Mayor Connor Traut and Orange County Supervisor Katrina Foley, both directors of the Orange County Fire Authority, have issued a stark warning to residents following a hazardous materials incident at […]
A tragic traffic incident occurred on Friday, May 22, 2026, at approximately 3:27 pm, when police responded to a report of a motorcyclist down at the intersection of W. Orangethorpe Ave. and […]
Commissioners Present: Talavera, Maldonado, Chair McKendry, and Vice Chair Freeman Department Updates April was a busy month at the Tennis Center, 110 E Valencia Mesa Dr, Fullerton, with over 1,000 reservations. The […]
The City of Fullerton Planning Commission has officially canceled its meeting scheduled for May 27, 2026. This marks the 17th cancellation of a city meeting in Fullerton this year, escalating residents’ concerns […]
Orange County Board of Supervisors Vice Chair Katrina Foley joined John Wayne Airport and United Airlines on May 21 to welcome the arrival of a United Airlines Airbus A321neo at John Wayne […]
“Who are we? UDW! And what do we want? Invest in care!” This was the chant outside the building where the Orange County Board of Supervisors met on Tuesday. County officials and […]
An inspiring evening of jazz filled Live Oak Church on May 17 as guests attended a special Jazz Vespers performance benefiting the Fullerton Observer Newspaper. Though admission was free, attendees were […]
The City Council has announced the cancellation of its upcoming meeting scheduled for May 19. This marks an additional setback for the Council, which has already been operating under a reduced meeting […]
Fullerton’s Fiscal Sustainability Ad Hoc Committee was supposed to help the city confront an immediate budget crisis. Instead, the committee’s majority rejected tax options, declined to identify the cuts needed to close […]
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Neighbors and volunteers were disheartened to find that a Fullerton City Landscape Crew had removed multiple trees at a beloved community garden on May 5. This was the first instance […]
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is investigating a confirmed case of measles in a resident who recently traveled internationally. This is the fifth case of measles reported by Public […]
As electricity bills continue climbing across California, consumer advocates and climate organizations are increasing pressure on major utility companies and state lawmakers to address affordability concerns that many families say are becoming […]
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is providing this notice to make California communities aware of new information regarding air toxic contaminants. The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) released documents […]
In honor of the United States’ 250th birthday, the city of Fullerton is set to commemorate Memorial Day with a special ceremony at Loma Vista Memorial Park. The event will take place […]
The Orange County Transportation Authority and the City of Mission Viejo are moving forward with an idea many residents in Fullerton have been asking for years: safer, more connected streets designed for […]
Following months of community outcry, OC Public Works announced a pause on herbicide spraying across Orange County Flood Control District channels. During the pause, OC Public Works will stop spraying countywide and instead observe the growth […]
Crews from the Fullerton Fire Department recently responded to a garage fire on Malden Avenue, between Malvern and Brookdale Place, on May 13, demonstrating just how critical fast action can be in […]
The Fullerton City Council unanimously adopted two ordinances during its May 5, 2026, meeting, including a sweeping update to the city’s municipal code and new restrictions on the sale and distribution of kratom products. […]
