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In the news
12 articlesRecent coverage of Fullerton from local and regional media.
Video Observer: Traversing Union Pacific Trail from Park to Park - Fullerton Observer
Much has been written about the city’s extended Union Pacific Trail in South Fullerton over the last year. The city’s expensive Phase Two project transformed the formerly neglected Union Pacific Railroad right-of-way […]
Nov 2, 2026Fullerton Residents Urged to Support Active Transportation Committee Amid Concerns Over Cancelled Meetings - Fullerton Observer
Community Voices Fullerton Residents Urged to Support Active Transportation Committee Amid Concerns Over Cancelled Meetings Fullerton’s City Council made a deliberate choice in January 2025. After hearing fro...
Oct 30, 2026Seven Cities Will Decide Who Represents North Orange County on OCTA - Fullerton Observer
Fullerton Mayor Fred Jung faces a challenge from Buena Park Councilmember Carlos Franco for a seat on Orange County’s transportation board, as the agency confronts difficult decisions over public transit funding.
Oct 30, 2026GKN outlines $100 million compensation program at Garden Grove town hall - Fullerton Observer
Health GKN outlines $100 million compensation program at Garden Grove town hall Hundreds lined up and passed through security screening devices before entering a meeting where they could learn about the compe...
Oct 29, 2026The City of Fullerton will Honor Veterans with its Annual Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on November 11 - Fullerton Observer
Local Events The City of Fullerton will Honor Veterans with its Annual Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on November 11 The City of Fullerton invites residents and community members to honor the service and sa...
Oct 29, 2026Who Pulls Fullerton's Illegal Campaign Signs — and Who Pays? - Fullerton Observer
Election Who Pulls Fullerton’s Illegal Campaign Signs — and Who Pays? With the November 3 election approaching, campaign signs are popping up everywhere in Fullerton. They’re fastened to street trees, tied to ...
Oct 29, 2026Interview with Jeffrey Brown - Candidate for NOCCCD Trustee Area 6 - Fullerton Observer
Fullerton College Student Volunteer: Please state your name, occupation and the office you currently hold. Jeffrey Brown: My name is Jeffrey, or Jeff, Brown. In my day job, I am an engineer, and I am also the c...
Oct 27, 2026Teamsters Threatening Renewed Landfill Disruptions Over Rejected Contract - Fullerton Observer
Health Teamsters Threatening Renewed Landfill Disruptions Over Rejected Contract According to Orange County Teamsters, the union has overwhelmingly rejected the county’s latest contract offer and said they are...
Oct 27, 2026Interview: Jordan Abushawish, Candidate for Fullerton School District, Trustee Area 3 - Fullerton Observer
Education Interview: Jordan Abushawish, Candidate for Fullerton School District, Trustee Area 3 Student Volunteer: Could you state your name and what you’re running for? Jordan Abushawish: Hi, my name is Jorda...
Oct 26, 2026It's over. No charges filed against Santa Ana ICE observers as arrests draw protests - Fullerton Observer
Election It’s over. No charges filed against Santa Ana ICE observers as arrests draw protests The arrests last week of ICE observers Madison Crabill, 25, and Adilene Tonoco, 33, by Santa Ana Police triggered ...
Oct 25, 2026Fullerton Council Advances Ban on Watering "Nonfunctional" Grass - Fullerton Observer
Local Business Fullerton Council Advances Ban on Watering “Nonfunctional” Grass The Fullerton City Council voted 5-0 on October 20 to approve Ordinance No. 3360, which amends the city’s municipal code to put i...
Oct 24, 2026Fullerton Council Votes to Rename Administrative Services Department "Finance" - Fullerton Observer
Local Government Fullerton Council Votes to Rename Administrative Services Department “Finance” The Fullerton City Council voted 5-0 on October 20 to rename the city’s Administrative Services Department as the...
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