There’s more to Fullerton than meets the eye once you begin reading books about the city. Here are a few hand-selected books: Fullerton: The Boom Years by Mudrick, Richey & Thomas (2015) […]
3 Books About Fullerton You Need to Read
La Habra Sinkhole Follow-Up
In August of this year, the La Habra Storm Channel Sinkhole Repair Project (click here to read story) at the Coyote Village Condominiums officially began, securing $8.5 million in funds from the […]
Governor Newsom’s New Plan to Get Californians in Crisis Off the Streets and into Housing, Treatment, and Care
CARE Court connects a person struggling with untreated mental illness – and often also substance use challenges – with a court-ordered Care Plan for up to 24 months. Each plan is managed […]
Gavin Newsom’s Miscalculation on the Unhoused Issue
When the Supreme Court handed down its decision in the Grants Pass case earlier this year, governors in red and blue states heaved a sigh of relief. Why? Because the Court had […]
Follow the Money: Ballot Measures Elections 2024
FOLLOW THE MONEY: Groups Backing the Statewide Ballot Measures Candidates in any given election get much media attention, but the ballot measures often go unnoticed. “A ballot measure is a piece of proposed […]
Your Ballot Explained by a Political Science Professor
In addition to the Presidential Election, many other offices and ballot measures will be decided in the November 2024 Election. Fullerton is split into different districts for Congress, the California State Senate, […]
What’s On Your Ballot? A Presentation by Jodi Balma
Professor Jodi Balma presented to a packed audience at the Democrats of North Orange County (DNOC) meeting on September 5th. The political science professor from Fullerton College covered North Orange County’s […]
An Interview with a Troy Alumni Who Built ‘MathGPT’ at Cornell
Yanni Kouloumbis, a Fullerton resident who graduated from Parks Junior High and Troy High School, is now an AI innovator. Having been involved in robotics since junior high, thanks to his […]
Fullerton Collaborative’s Candidate Forum – A Summary
A question regarding the licensed sale of cannabis in Fullerton drew disagreement among the five candidates for city council who answered questions at the Collaborative meeting on September 9: “If elected, would […]
Video Observer: Boys & Girls Club of Fullerton Helps Youth in Community
The Boys & Girls Club of Fullerton has been around since 1952 and is still keeping the community engaged today. I recently had a chance to interview Brett Ackerman, Chief Executive […]
Rest in Peace George Octavio Barrera, Sr. and Linda (Mucha) Schultz
George Octavio Barrera, Sr. 1935–2024 George was born to Juan and Guadalupe Ramos Barrera on February 22, 1935, in Fullerton, California. He passed away on August 20, 2024, in Lakeside, Arizona. George […]
Balance & Change: Pronouns & Choices
Pronouns have become a very hot topic. People can be offended by being asked to use something different than the traditional pronouns in the traditional ways. I have had an issue using […]
Quirk-Silva Bill Increasing Transparency of Public Funds Signed by Governor
Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva (D—Fullerton) announced that Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 3130 into law, enhancing transparency and accountability in the use of public funds by requiring county Boards of Supervisors […]
Fullerton College Celebrates Over a Century with New Book Legends and Legacies
Fullerton College is proud to announce the release of Legends and Legacies: Over 100 Years of Fullerton College, a beautifully crafted book capturing the institution’s rich history and enduring legacy. Co-authored by […]
It’s Time to Fulfill the Promise of 1 Million Affordable Homes
Dozens of Struggling Renters to Host Housing Crisis Town Hall with OC Elected Officials In 2022, the State of California released its plan – A Home for Every Californian – that Includes […]
Es hora de cumplir la promesa de 1 millón de viviendas asequibles
Es hora de cumplir la promesa: 1 millón de viviendas asequibles: Docenas de inquilinos en dificultades organizan reunión comunitaria sobre la crisis de la falta de vivienda económica con sus representantes electos, […]
REAGAN: a Hit & a Miss
Ardent fans of Ronald Reagan and his political career both as Governor of California and as President of the United States will enjoy this film. Director Sean McNamara and screenwriter Howard Klausner […]
UNRWA Situation Report no. 138 on the situation in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem
All information from 17- 19 September 2024, valid as of 19 September 2024 at 22:30 – Days 348-350 of Hostilities Key Points The Gaza Strip Ongoing strikes by Israeli Security Forces (ISF) […]
County Health Officer Reissues Local Health Emergency Declaration in Response to Airport Fire
The County of Orange (County) Health Officer has reissued the Local Health Emergency Declaration for areas of Orange County (OC) impacted by the Airport Fire. The declaration has been reissued to assist […]
Fullerton’s Measure L & N Explained
Fullerton elementary and high school districts have new school facilities bonds on November’s election ballot. Facilities bonds allow local school districts to quickly raise large amounts of money needed to build long-lasting, […]
Parks & Recreation Report: September 9, 2024
Commissioners Present: Susan Rhie, Oscar Valadez, Erik Wehn, Angela Lindstrom, Jozef Maldonado Absent: Adrian Meza, Doug McKendry Chair Lindstrom began with a request for the nomination of a third member to join […]
Rep. Young Kim joined Reps. Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Robert Garcia, and Brittany Pettersen introduced the Transitional Housing Protection for the Homeless Act
U.S. Rep. Young Kim (CA-40) joined Reps. Lori Chavez-DeRemer (OR-05), Robert Garcia (CA-42), and Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) introduced the Transitional Housing Protection for the Homeless Act. The bipartisan proposal redefines the […]
Ribbon-Cutting for Nation’s First Cybersecurity K-12 Educational Facility at Magnolia High School in Anaheim
Magnolia High School in Anaheim hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on September 5, 2024, in partnership with Erickson-Hall Construction Co., to celebrate the completion of the new Center of Excellence classroom building, […]
U.S. Postal Service Dedicates Hanukkah Stamp
The U.S. Postal Service celebrates the joyous annual holiday of Hanukkah with a new stamp in 2024. The holiday, also called the Festival of Lights, spans eight days and nights and is […]
Healthy Awareness: Depression & Suicide [Suicide Awareness Month]
I recently read Matt Haig’s book, The Midnight Library, in which the main character, Nora Seed, feels that death would be a relief because of all her disappointments and regrets. She did […]
Juliette Wang: Fullerton’s Baking Star
13-year-old business owner Juliette Wang recently won several awards for her baked goods at the Orange County Fair. The Fullerton Observer formerly covered Wang’s online business, jhwsweets88, and now she is propelling […]
Downtown Report: Mid-September 2024
Telling This Guy’s Story in the Hope that it Saves a Life A favor, if you will. This is not the typical “what’s up, downtown” story. Whether or not there is a […]
CSUF Students Advance the Palestinian Divestment Fight Statewide
From Cal Poly Humboldt to UC San Diego, students across the state—and across the country—have been fighting for their universities and local governments to stop funding the ongoing genocide in Gaza. While […]
Commentary: Fullerton Collaborative’s Candidate Forum
The Fullerton Collaborative’s candidate forum is available for viewing on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbt-s-MxsZk (click here) The Fullerton Collaborative’s candidate forum on September 9th was not a useful way to learn much about the […]
The Debate Debacle: A Swiftian Analysis
Halloween came very early this year with a living orange Jaco-lantern trying to frighten Americans with the specter of roving Haitians petnapping and eating the dogs and cats of Springfield, Ohio’s lonely […]
Read the Mid-September 2024 issue of the Fullerton Observer
Click here to read the Mid-September 2024 issue of the Fullerton Observer
Follow the Money 2024: Who’s Funding School Board Candidates?
Fullerton School District Candidates – Follow the Money Information accurate as of September 12, 2024 from candidate-required filings available on the OC Registrar of Voters website https://ocvote.gov/ The Fullerton Observer is compiling campaign finance information, candidate […]
Candidate Endorsements – Fullerton City Council
The elections are coming up, and with them are the many digital advertisements, mailers, yard signs, campaign events, and candidate forums. Yet, one of the most important ways voters find out and […]
Over 100 Artists Participate in Brewery Artwork Open Studios on October 5th & 6th
October 5 & 6 from 11 am – 6 pm 621 S. Avenue 21, Los Angeles The Brewery Artwalk at 621 S Avenue 21 LA CA 90031 celebrates over 40 years of […]
Mosquitoes infected with West Nile virus detected in the City of Fullerton
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 West Nile Virus can cause serious symptoms […]
