🌱 Why did Fullerton suddenly cancel its May 19 council meeting?
Fullerton, California Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning to you Fullerton! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Why did Fullerton suddenly cancel its May 19 council meeting?
- How one Cal State Fullerton student is turning light into new chemistry
- How two Cal State Fullerton leaders just earned national recognition
Also on today's calendar: 30th Crawfish Festival - May 15-17, 2026 - FREE PARKING! and 7 more events.
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, with a high of 74 and low of 58 degrees.
- Thursday: Areas of low clouds, then sun, temps: high: 76, low: 58.
- Friday: Pleasant with some sun, with a high of 75 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Fullerton City Council Cancels May 19 Meeting, Delaying Discussion on Audit Findings and Housing Issues (fullertonobserver.com) — Fullerton residents should know the May 19 City Council meeting has been canceled, delaying action on a $13.7 million budget deficit, audit findings, and a controversial housing proposal at 111 West Hermosa Drive. Planned discussion of new tobacco regulations and potential litigation tied to the housing project will also be pushed back, as recent commission and council cancellations continue across the city. 
2. Student Researches Light-Driven Chemistry to Create Everyday Products (fullerton.edu) — A Cal State Fullerton chemistry major from the Class of 2026 is staying on campus for a master’s program, using the Titan Supercomputing Center to study light-driven chemistry for everyday products. His story spotlights CSUF’s McNair Scholars, SPARK research program, and new Black chemists organization, showing local students how campus resources can launch advanced scientific careers.
3. Two Titan Leaders Selected for Higher Education Leadership Institute (fullerton.edu) — Two Cal State Fullerton leaders, business dean Sridhar Sundaram and ASI executive director Dave Edwards, have been selected for a prestigious national leadership institute in higher education. Their recognition highlights CSUF’s growing influence, from new business programs and Landmark Hall construction to expanded student wellness, food pantry services, and the Titan Student Union’s growth that directly benefit Fullerton students and families.
4. Illini Finish Day 2 of NCAA Stanford Regional With Under-Par Team Round (illiniguys.com) — Cal State Fullerton women’s golf is tied for seventh with Illinois at the NCAA Stanford Regional, with Titan standout Davina Xanh firing a record-setting 63 to sit three shots out of an individual NCAA Championships spot. The team remains in contention just outside the top five advancing positions heading into the final round.
5. A 2021 Trail Dispute, a Political Donor, and a Police Report (fullertonobserver.com) — Fullerton readers are getting new details about a 2021 clash between councilmembers over a state-funded trail project bordering a local donor’s properties. A newly obtained police report outlines a heated hallway confrontation, shows multiple councilmembers largely agreeing on what happened, and contradicts claims on a local political blog that the incident was fabricated or misdated.
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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30th Crawfish Festival - May 15-17, 2026 - FREE PARKING! →
16400 Brookhurst St, Fountain Valley
2:00 pm
Saturday May 16
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Other local events
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FT AVID to Biola
Fullerton Union High School Fullerton, CA 92833
8:45 am -
DP/ADV Dance Tryouts
Sonora High School Fullerton, CA 92833
4:00 pm -
Colorguard Try-outs
Sonora High School Fullerton, CA 92833
4:00 pm -
Swim Banquet (Pool Deck)
Buena Park High School Fullerton, CA 92833
5:30 pm -
Pleiades Yearbook Banquet
Fullerton Union High School Fullerton, CA 92833
6:00 pm -
COFA Laureate Awards
Sunny Hills High School Fullerton, CA 92833
6:00 pm -
FFA Chapter Awards Banquet
Sonora High School Fullerton, CA 92833
6:30 pm -
FUHS Choral and Vocal Music Program Spring Choral Concert
Fullerton Union High School Fullerton, CA 92833
7:00 pm -
Annual Memorial Day Mass →
Queen of Heaven Cemetery & Mortuary, 2161 Fullerton Rd, Rowland Heights
10:00 am
Thursday May 14
Monday May 25
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Haven celebration of learning- Barnes
La Serna High School cafeteria
8:00 am -
Signing Day
Sonora High School Fullerton, CA 92833
8:30 am -
Walk-In Tutoring With Cheri
Playa Vista Branch Library
10:00 am -
Walk-In Tutoring With Bo-Gay
Playa Vista Branch Library
10:00 am
Wednesday May 13
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