By Brian Choi / The Korea Daily / koreadailyus.com / Tax fairness in the United States has long been understood as a simple principle: those who work hard, pay taxes, and contribute […]
Tax Fairness and the SBA: When Paying Into the System No Longer Counts
Fullerton Joins Anaheim in the 46th Annual Black History Parade and Unity Fair
Black History Month kicked off in downtown Anaheim Saturday with the 46th Annual Black History Parade and Unity Fair. Hundreds lined the streets along Anaheim Blvd. as the parade headed south from […]
Video Observer: Free Fullerton Fire Department Station Tours
I was scrolling through the City of Fullerton’s website when I discovered that local residents can see inside the Fullerton Fire Department’s historic Station 1, located at 312 East Commonwealth Avenue, […]
Confirmed Measles Case Visited Orange County While Infectious
Community urged to ensure immunity The Orange County Health Care Agency (HCA) received notification of a confirmed case of measles who visited Orange County (OC). While infectious, this individual visited the following […]
E-Bike Regulations Move Forward in Fullerton
The Fullerton City Council has taken steps towards implementing new regulations for e-bikes and electric scooters, following the release of the 2023-2024 Orange County Grand Jury report, titled *E-Bikes: Friend or Foe*. […]
Placentia High School Students Rally Against ICE
Students from El Dorado High School and Valencia High School gathered today in Placentia to protest against the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The rally, marked by enthusiastic participation […]
Suspect Arrested in Indecent Exposure Cases in Fullerton
The Fullerton Police Department has arrested Marshall Leonard, a 73-year-old from Anaheim, in connection with two incidents of indecent exposure in the parking lot of a shopping center on W. Malvern Ave. […]
Fullerton High School Students Rally Against ICE in Peaceful Protest
Hundreds of students from Fullerton High School took to the streets on February 6, marching down Lemon Avenue to Chapman Avenue, then Chapman Avenue to Harbor Boulevard, and Berkley Avenue in a […]
Balance & Change: The Joy of Adventure: Embracing Life’s Small and Big Experiences
Adventures are some of my favorite things! Not all adventures have to be large and expensive. Yes, those are fun. I love adventures where I get to explore a part of the […]
Opinion: AT HOME WITH THE HOMELESS: The War on Dissent is also a war on education, literacy and reality
Librarians are the custodians and the guardians of the word. A literate, educated populace is one that can think for itself, draw its own conclusions about local, national and world events from […]
A Case Against ICE Illegal Actions in Minneapolis
The following is an excerpt of the judge’s discourse and entire transcript from several lawsuits brought against ICE and DHS for arresting/detaining citizens in Minneapolis without cause, sending them to detention centers […]
The Science Behind It: Making Medicine Make Sense
Even though medicine shapes nearly every part of our lives, the complicated workings behind the science of life remain hidden behind simplified and often misdirected assumptions that discredit its meticulous nature. News […]
Opinion: Out of My Mind: Holocaust Remembrance Day and the Tragic Lessons of Xenophobia
Cynically Using Immigration and Intimidation to Lead Us to Despotism I write this on Holocaust Remembrance Day, a day dedicated to a sincere commitment to two slogans that must be more than […]
Movie Review: The Testament of Ann Lee FINAL is a Hit and a Miss
As conventional drama, The Testament of Ann Lee lacks the familiar pleasures of tension, conflict, and a clean narrative arc. But as a meditation on an extraordinary woman and the Shakerreligious sect […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Early February 2026
Good Vibes End The Year May as well use the exact words from longtime reader Steve. “I just got pulled over by the Fullerton Police for making a rolling stop through a […]
FPD Responds to Incident Involving Federal Agents and Armed Suspect
On January 22, officers from the Fullerton Police Department (FPD) responded to a call from a resident who reported seeing a male brandishing a handgun in her apartment complex. Upon arrival at […]
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Excitement Builds for A Day of Authors 2026 Event at Cal State Fullerton
Presented by ALPHA – an Auxiliary to the Assistance League of Fullerton The Assistance League Professional Humanitarian Auxiliary, known as ALPHA, is gearing up for its 33rd annual “A Day of Authors” […]
Community Rally and School Walkout Planned for February 6 in Placentia Against ICE and Controversial School Board Resolution
A community protest is set to take place outside the Placentia Police Department on February 6 at 10:30 am, coinciding with a school walkout organized by students from El Dorado and Valencia […]
Orange Community Arts Guild Presents “2%: A Celebration of Black Artistry.”
—Exhibit at Saddleback College and Pop-Up Exhibition in Placentia In honor of Black History Month, the Orange County Community Arts Guild (OCAG) proudly presents “2%: A Celebration of Black Artistry,” a compelling […]
Second Measles Case Confirmed in Orange County
The OC Health Care Agency (HCA) received confirmation today of a measles case in a toddler. At this time, there is no evidence of public exposure linked to this case. Health officials […]
Orange County Students Protest Against ICE Raids on National Day of Action
Hundreds of Fullerton Joint Union High School District students from La Habra and Sonora high schools left classes and marched to La Habra City Hall on January 30, joining the National Shutdown […]
EVENT: Poet Laureate Celebration at Fullerton Museum on Sunday, February 1
Join the Fullerton Museum for a special afternoon dedicated to poetry as they celebrate Orange County’s newly appointed Poet Laureate, Gustavo Hernandez, on Sunday, February 1, from 2 pm to 4 pm. […]
Fullerton City Council Delays Amicus Brief in ACLU Lawsuit Amid Court Developments
The Fullerton City Council expressed its intention to support the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) lawsuit, Perdomo v. Nome, by voting on August 19, 2025, to issue an amicus brief. This decision […]
CINA conference attendees gear up to fight for local news
An alliance of independent publishers from across California comes together to address local news sustainability. Battling Goliath, a group of representatives from 50 independent newspapers across California gathered on Saturday, January 24, […]
Community Alert: Join the Discussion at Fullerton City Council Meeting!
Residents of Fullerton, your voice matters! On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 5:30 pm, the City Council will hold a crucial meeting at Fullerton City Hall, located at 303 W. Commonwealth Ave. […]
Impromptu Protest Against ICE Draws Support on Harbor Blvd
A spontaneous protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) unfolded on the busy intersection of Harbor Boulevard and Chapman Avenue at 4 pm on January 30. Organized by a small group […]
Fullerton Joint Union High School District’s Annual Student Art Show at the Muckenthaler
The Fullerton Joint Union High School District launched its annual Student Art Show on January 29, showcasing the creative talents of 100 high school students from various local schools, including La Habra, […]
NOCCCD Appoints Dr. John Parker as Vice Chancellor, Administrative Services
The North Orange County Community College District (NOCCCD) has announced the appointment of Dr. John Parker as the new Vice Chancellor of Administrative Services, following Board of Trustees approval on January 27, […]
opinion: Fighting Against Fascism: What You Can Do in Troubling Times
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably […]
City Transportation Commission Addresses Traffic Safety Concerns February 2 at 4 pm
The Fullerton Transportation and Circulation Commission is set to meet on February 2, 2026, at 4:00 pm. Here are ways to participate: in person in the City Hall Council Chamber at 303 […]
City of Fullerton Allocates $3 Million for Independence Park Revitalization Project
Following the successful completion of the Union Pacific Park and Trail projects, the City of Fullerton has announced a significant investment to revitalize Independence Park. The City Council formally approved the Independence […]
West Fullerton Little League Announces Leadership Changes and Fundraising Success
West Fullerton Little League (WFLL) is embarking on an exciting new chapter, marked by fresh leadership and a reinvigorated board dedicated to enhancing the league’s future. With a new president at the […]
Groundwater Replenishment System Hits Milestone of Half a Trillion Gallons of Purified Water
The Groundwater Replenishment System (GWRS) has reached a major production milestone of half a trillion gallons of purified water as it marks 18 years of service this month. A joint project of the Orange County Water District (OCWD) and the Orange County […]
James Webb Space Telescope reveals new details about dark matter in the universe
Findings allow scientists to learn more about dark matter’s influence on stars, galaxies, and planets Using data from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), scientists, including astronomer Bahram Mobasher at UC Riverside, […]
