Fullerton, and OC more broadly, have a rich history of a special kind of business: cooperatives. Cooperatives, also called worker’s cooperatives, are businesses where, instead of being owned by investors or a […]
Orange County’s History of Worker Ownership
Young Observers: Early December 2025
About Snakes by Muireann, 2nd Grade Do you find snakes creepy? Don’t! There is nothing to be afraid of! You might be thinking, “But don’t they bite?” Snakes only bite for prey or if they […]
AT HOME WITH THE HOMELESS: Another Thanksgiving. Another Meal.
And now we have had Thanksgiving, the least commercial of all the winter festivities. Can you name ten Christmas songs? Easy-peasy. But try naming even one Thanksgiving song. The only one you’ll […]
California High-Speed Rail Authority Releases Draft Environmental Document for Los Angeles to Anaheim Section
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW: The California High-Speed Rail Authority (Authority) has released the draft environmental document for a 30-mile segment in Southern California that clears the way to build from San […]
Santa Paws Adoption Event at OC Animal Care on December 6
OC Animal Care is sprinkling a little holiday magic over its Second Annual Santa Paws Adoption Event on Saturday, December 6. Dogs 25 pounds and over can go home for free, and […]
OC Waste & Recycling Free Compost Giveaway on December 6
Free STA- and OMRI-Certified Compost Available at Three County Landfill Locations OC Waste & Recycling (OCWR) invites Orange County residents to a countywide Community Compost Giveaway on Saturday, December 6, from 7:30 […]
Political Commentary: Fullerton’s Council Majority is Playing Public Safety
For years, Fullerton’s politics have been shaped by two major forces: the police and fire unions and local real estate speculator and activist Tony Bushala. These two blocs have often clashed, most […]
Public Comments From December 2 City Council Meeting
These statements have been transcribed and summarized. They are not exact quotes from the speakers. Watch the December 2 City Council meeting to hear full public comments here: https://fullerton.granicus.com/player/clip/2192 Entrepreneurship for High […]
Fullerton Police Department’s Behavioral Health Clinician Pilot Program Shows Promising Results Amid Funding Concerns
A presentation on the Fullerton Police Department’s Behavioral Health Clinician Pilot Program was given at the City Council meeting on December 02, 2025, by Lieutenant Perry Thayer, who oversees the homeless liaison […]
New California Education Legislation 2025
In October, Governor Newsom signed these new California education laws. (Resources: Fourth District PTA The Advocacy Communicator, November 2025, http://www.fourthdistrictpta.org, EdSource Legislation, September, and October, 2025, http://www.edsource.org, Cal Matters Digital Democracy, http://www.calmatters.digitaldemocracy.org.) AB […]
Fullerton School District Board Meeting November 18, 2025
The 5-hour Fullerton School District Board (FSD) meeting on November 18 began with the ceremonial swearing in of new Trustee Miguel Alverez. He was officially sworn in at the October 31 special […]
City Council Greenlights $173,301 Agreement For Police Building Renovation
The City Council approved on November 18, 2025, a $173,301 Professional Services Agreement with Dunbar Architecture to provide architectural services for the Police Department Building Renovation Project. Additionally, the council has authorized […]
Fullerton to Celebrate Women Leaders at Annual Leadership Forum
Community and civic leaders will gather on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, for the 21st Annual Fullerton Women’s Leadership Forum (FWLF)— one of the city’s most anticipated celebrations of women who make a […]
New Exhibit “Once Upon a Sketch” Opens at Hunt Library
The Hunt Library is hosting a vibrant new exhibit titled “Once Upon a Sketch,” running through February 12, 2026. Organized by the Fullerton Museum Center and curated by intern Brittney Cao, this […]
Fullerton Public Library Introduces New Autorenewal Feature for Patrons
Beginning December 3, the Fullerton Public Library will implement a new Autorenewal system designed to enhance convenience for its patrons. This innovative feature allows most library items to be automatically renewed up […]
Upcoming Budget & Books Workshop Set for Tustin
Free and open to the public Residents are invited to participate in the upcoming Budget & Books workshop, where attendees will gain insights into the workings […]
Holiday Toy Distribution Set for December 20 at Loara High School
ICNA Relief, United Across Borders Foundation, and Community Action Partnership of Orange County (CAP OC) are partnering to host a Holiday Toy Distribution event on Saturday, December 20, 2025. The event will […]
Placentia to Host 5th Annual Charity Car Show
The city of Placentia is gearing up for its 5th Annual Charity Car Show, scheduled for Saturday, December 13, from 1 to 4 PM. The event will take place at 126 Yorba […]
Fullerton College Breaks Ground on State-of-Art Music & Drama Complex
The new performing arts facility unites music and theatre programs in collaborative spaces Ground was officially broken November 19, 2025, for Fullerton College’s new 76,000-square-foot Music & Drama Complex in Fullerton, […]
Community Gathers for Aerial Photo Event to Raise Awareness of Housing Issues in Orange County
The United to End Homelessness initiative is inviting residents to participate in the rescheduled “Person in Front of You” community aerial photo event on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Originally planned for an […]
CSUF Arboretum to Host Enchanting Holiday Event
The California State University, Fullerton Arboretum is set to host a festive holiday afternoon on Sunday, December 7, 2025, from 3 to 5:00 pm. The event, organized by the Friends of the […]
The DOWNTOWN Report: Early December 2025
Newseum The staff, curators, artisans and many others have outdone themselves this time. To do the re-opening of our Museum Center justice, after a thorough renovation that revealed lost details of the space, and the immaculate […]
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Opinion: AT HOME WITH THE HOMELESS: Is Katrina Foley out of her mind?
Of all the people I ever thought to ask that rhetorical question about, Katrina Foley wasn’t even on the long list. Since her election to the Orange County Board of Supervisors (OC […]
Opinion: Out of My Mind: The Beginning of the End for Trump
“Is this the end of Little Caesar?” Trump’s Titanic ego hit an iceberg last night (November 4) in the off off-year election of 2025. It wasn’t gigantic as icebergs go but it […]
Celebrate the Holiday Season with Nouveau Chamber Ballet’s 32nd Annual Production of “The Nutcracker”
Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with Fullerton’s own ballet company, Nouveau Chamber Ballet, as they present their 32nd annual production of “The Nutcracker.” Performances will take place on Saturday, December […]
7th Annual Fourth District Kindness Awards Recognize Community Leaders
The 7th Annual Fourth District Kindness Awards were held at Fullerton Free Church on November 13, with Chair Doug Chaffee, Orange County Fourth District Supervisor, announcing the honorees. The event was emceed […]
Hits & Misses: Bugonia: Two Hits
The best way to experience Yorgos Lanthimos’s latest tour de force “Bugonia” is to go in blind—so if you haven’t seen it yet, stop reading and head straight to the theater. The […]
Fullerton College Theatre Arts to Present Anon(ymous) by Naomi Iizuka
Fullerton College Theatre Arts is set to stage the compelling production of *Anon(ymous)*, a play by Naomi Iizuka that offers a modern interpretation of Homer’s *The Odyssey*. Under the direction of Teddy […]
Fullerton Upgrades to Solar Streetlights for Enhanced Nighttime Safety (w/Cost Update)
Fullerton began installing 69 new solar streetlights in October 2025 from Fonroche Lighting America, marking a significant upgrade from its outdated series lighting system. The old system, known for frequent outages and […]
Kid Builders Event to Support Families with Young Children in Brea
A Kid Builders Event aimed at providing essential resources for families with children aged 0 to 5. The free event will take place on December 19, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 […]
Council Member Jamie Valencia Faces Backlash Over Vote Against Immigrant Support Fund
During the City Council meeting on November 18, 2025, attendees questioned Council Member Jaime Valencia about her vote on November 4 against funding local nonprofits that support immigrant families affected by ICE. […]
City of Fullerton Seeks Community Input on Reimagining City Hall Front Lawn
In accordance with California’s Assembly Bill 1572, the City of Fullerton is set to transform its City Hall front lawn, transitioning away from non-functional turf by 2027. This initiative aims to create […]
Fullerton’s Senior Mobility Program Faces Funding Challenges
The Senior Transportation Program in Fullerton is facing significant funding issues, prompting the Senior Advisory Committee to discuss potential changes in their upcoming December meeting. Attendance at the recent October meeting was […]
Assemblywoman Quirk-Silva Hosts State Hearing on Progress of the Orange County Veterans Cemetery at Gypsum Canyon
Assemblywoman Sharon Quirk-Silva (D-Fullerton), Chair of the California State Assembly Budget Subcommittee 5 on State Administration, hosted an official state hearing today to provide key updates on the progress of the […]
