Celebrating the 4th When going to a car show, bring another car guy. And so it was that 90-plus-year-old neighbor and friend Jim Weiks got a knock on his door. “What are […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: August 2025
Grocery Union Strikes Against Stater Bros. Amid Contract Dispute
Approximately 12,000 Stater Bros. workers in Southern California have initiated a strike, accusing the company of unfair labor practices during ongoing contract negotiations. The workers, represented by UFCW Local 324, have […]
Should Fullerton Sign on to Lawsuit Against Illegal ICE Tactics?
Fullerton City Council is set to consider joining a multi-city and state lawsuit against the federal government for authorizing unlawful actions taking place in local jurisdictions by masked, unidentified ICE agents without […]
Banner Drop in Fullerton to Stop the Genocide in Palestine
Horns blared in support for Palestine over the roar of traffic along the 57 Freeway at Yorba Linda Blvd on Sunday, August 3, in Fullerton. The OC Banner Drop for Palestine covered […]
Video Observer: Muckenthaler Education Programs Make Arts Accessible for All Ages
Local residents may be familiar with the Muckenthaler Cultural Center’s historic mansion museum and seasonal live performances offered at their spacious outdoor amphitheater, but many may not be as familiar with the […]
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Opinion: The Council’s Budget Fix? Squeeze Small Business and Spare Political Donors
Photos show how lovely and inviting out door dining is in the City of Fullerton. Fullerton’s budget is in trouble. But instead of tackling the real culprits —mismanaged land, anti-growth policies, and […]
Fullerton School District Continues to Offer Free Meals for All Students through the 2025-26 School Year
Fullerton School District’s (FSD) Nutrition Services program will continue its participation in the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) under the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs for the 2025-2026 school year. Through this […]
Israel and Genocide
What is Genocide? Many scholars and progressives are reluctant to call Israel’s actions in Gaza genocide. They will agree that Israel’s behavior is abominable and atrocious but nevertheless falls below the threshold […]
Incident Involving Fullerton Police Advisory Board Member Raises Concerns Over Aggressive Behavior
A troubling incident involving Doug Bowen, a current member of the Fullerton Police Department’s Chief’s Advisory Board, has come to light through video evidence and a letter submitted to the Fullerton Observer. […]
