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Santa Ana School Board Considers Laying Off 280 Teachers, Other Staff

2 months ago | voiceofoc.org | Hosam Elattar |Noriko Ostroy

Santa Ana Unified school board members could lay off almost 300 teachers, counselors, coaches and social workers at the end of the school year as district officials wrestle with a roughly $180 million budget deficit. The potential layoffs in one of Orange County’s largest school districts comes as public education leaders struggle with dwindling federal COVID bailout funds and declining enrollment at public schools across OC and the country.
How to Help Los Angeles Fire Victims

Jan 14, 2025 | voiceofoc.org | Erika Taylor |Isabel Torres |Noriko Ostroy |Emily Wilson

Two major fires – the Eaton and Palisades fires – have burned more than 12,000 structures and continue to rip through Los Angeles county amidst containment efforts. At least 25 individuals have died in the blazes and more than have been displaced as of Monday morning. Orange County is currently under a red flag fire warning and wind advisory from the National Weather Service until Wednesday night.
Xzbt aims to boost art scene in downtown Fullerton

May 15, 2024 | fullertonobserver.com | Noriko Ostroy

The bustling scene of downtown Fullerton showed promise on April 27 of its streets becoming more lively with the relocation of Xzbt, an art exhibit that aims to use its platform alongside collaborations with local businesses and organizations to cultivate community engagement for artists and art enthusiasts.
Opinion: Psychological disorders are not figures of speech

Jan 29, 2024 | dailytitan.com | Noriko Ostroy

Mercedes Alvarenga, a third-year child development major, was having a conversation with a friend. The dull exchange was going effortlessly, shifting from one banal topic to another. In the midst of this discussion, a comment dropped like stone in a tranquil pond. “You’re so crazy, you're acting bipolar,” Alvarenga’s friend said. Alvarenga, who is diagnosed with bipolar disorder, felt a pang of discomfort hearing that from a friend, since her diagnosis wasn’t unbeknownst to them.
Fullerton city council votes 3-2 for new mayor and mayor pro tem

Dec 11, 2023 | dailytitan.com | Noriko Ostroy

In a tumultuous session amid audience outbursts on Tuesday, Fullerton City Council elected Nick Dunlap as mayor and Fred Jung as mayor pro tem. It is Dunlap’s first time serving as mayor and Jung’s first time serving as mayor pro tem. “I realize, while this is a largely ceremonial role and responsibility, I want to thank Fullerton voters and members of the city council for their trust and confidence in putting me here because it’s an honor to serve,” Dunlap said.
Fullerton City Council approves renovations towards Union Pacific Park

Nov 27, 2023 | dailytitan.com | Noriko Ostroy

Following the announcement of the Union Pacific Park demolition in October, Fullerton City Council approved a proposed design for the park’s renovation in a 4-0 vote last Tuesday. Mayor Pro Tem Bruce Whitaker, who abstained from the vote, said he has concerns about the park’s past safety issues regarding soil contamination.
City survey reveals younger residents support possible sales tax

Nov 13, 2023 | dailytitan.com | Noriko Ostroy

As Fullerton braces for rising cost-of-living standards amid a budget deficit, city leaders addressed a survey filled by its residents on key issues the city faces. Responding to a survey filled by 461 Fullerton residents, who are likely to vote in November 2024 based on participation in previous elections and voter registration, Fullerton city council voted 3-2 last Tuesday on continuing to solicit feedback from the community.
New campus shop to potentially open in Spring 2024

Nov 8, 2023 | dailytitan.com | Noriko Ostroy

Titans may soon have a new store to shop at in the Student Recreation Center next January, the Division of Administration and Finance discussed in last Tuesday’s Associated Students board meeting. The store will be called the Pro Shop. The store will be located on the first floor of SRC under the stairwell and will be run by Auxiliary Service Corporations, stated Alexander Porter, vice president of the Division of Administration and Finance, in an email to Daily Titan.
Fullerton City Council extends deliberation on park dwelling fee ordinance

Oct 23, 2023 | dailytitan.com | Noriko Ostroy

Following a lengthy meeting regarding a potential amendment to the city’s park dwelling fee ordinance, the Fullerton City Council voted unanimously to continue the discussion in November last Tuesday. According to the agenda report, funds from the fees can be used toward park improvements, projects and acquisition but cannot be used towards maintenance. Currently, the dwelling unit fee is $12,020 and has not changed since 2019.
Free speech encouraged on CSUF campus, safety emphasized

Sep 11, 2023 | dailytitan.com | Noriko Ostroy

Cal State Fullerton officials are trying to encourage free speech on campus while ensuring everyone who attends on campus is safe, said Alisa Flowers, director of Student Life and Leadership at last week’s Associated Students meeting. Flowers led a presentation in the Titan Student Union on Tuesday about the importance of free speech and related university policies. They also discussed possible strategies to ensure Titans’ safety during events.