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Fullerton Observer
Published September 18Fullerton Council Delays Solid-Waste Contract Decision
The Fullerton City Council did not select a final solid-waste hauler at its September 15 meeting. Instead, council members voted 3–2 to continue negotiations with CR&R Environmental Services and Republic Services and […]
Fullerton Observer
Published September 18Fullerton Opens Public Comment on 2026-27 Housing and Community Development Plan
The City of Fullerton will release its draft Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Action Plan for public review and comment on September 19, 2026. The public comment period will remain open through October […]
Fullerton Observer
Published September 18The Ultimate Hypnotist Cindy Layne Vincent — In Memoriam
Cindy Layne Vincent, a longtime Fullerton resident, stage hypnotist and entertainer who performed professionally as “Cindy Layne: The Ultimate Hypnotist,” died at her Fullerton home on December 2, 2025, four days before […]
Fullerton Observer
Published September 17Flock cameras come under scrutiny at Fullerton City Council
Fullerton Police Chief Jonathan Radus told the City Council on September 15 that the city’s Flock license plate reader cameras “produce vehicle leads” and not personal profiles. Council members and residents pressed […]
Fullerton Observer
Published September 17New Changes to Federal Student Loans Impact Colleges and Enrollment
Starting July 1, 2026, major changes to federal student loans will affect how students borrow for college and repay their loans. These changes come from the 2025 law known as the One […]
Fullerton Observer
Published September 17AB 2494 would change how California manages 85,000 acres of state demonstration forests
A bill that would significantly change how California manages its Demonstration State Forests is now before Gov. Gavin Newsom after it cleared the Legislature last month, with supporters urging the governor to […]
Fullerton Observer
Published September 17Shows at CSUF Galleries College of the Arts for September through November 2026
Nicholas + Lee BEGOVICH GALLERY TOM LADUKE: Slowly, the song goes On view: September 26, 2026 – May 7, 2027 Public Reception: Saturday, September 26, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm FREE AND OPEN TO […]
Fullerton Observer
Published September 16City of Fullerton Accepting Proposals for 2026–2027 Community Development Block Grant Funding
The City of Fullerton is inviting proposals for the 2026–2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This grant program is aimed at supporting […]
New Santa Ana
Published September 16CSUF student Anthony Joseph Blas dies after fraternity event; alcohol suspected
An 18‑year‑old Cal State Fullerton student, Anthony Joseph Blas, died early September 13, 2026, after...
Fullerton Observer
Published September 16Death Investigation Launched Following Untimely Passing of CSUF Student
An investigation is underway following the tragic death of an 18-year-old California State University, Fullerton student, identified as Anthony Joseph Blas. The young man was pronounced dead shortly after being dropped off […]
Fullerton Observer
Published September 15Wicked Lit 2026: A Haunting Return to the Stage
Unbound Productions has officially unveiled the details for its much-anticipated Halloween Theater Festival, “Wicked Lit 2026: La Llorona and The Headless Horseman.” Running from October 29 to November 2, 2026, at the […]
Fullerton Observer
Published September 15Fullerton City Council Faces Crucial Decision on Solid-Waste Contract Amid Community Concerns on September 15 at 5:30 pm
Fullerton City Council is being asked on September 15, 2026, to provide direction on negotiations for the city’s next solid-waste services contract, with three companies remaining under consideration: the city’s current provider, […]