Greater El Monte Community Hospital will receive $1 million in Measure B funding to sustain its emergency department and protect essential medical services for residents across the San Gabriel Valley. The allocation, announced by Los Angeles County Chair Pro Tem and First District Supervisor Hilda L. Solis, is aimed at helping the hospital continue delivering…

The El Monte Union High School District (EMUHSD) has modernized how students and alumni access their academic transcripts, shifting to a secure online request process that makes it faster and easier to obtain official records. Through a partnership with Parchment, a national digital credentialing platform, the district now offers electronic transcript delivery for all five…

California’s housing market held steady through late October with slight gains in closed sales but continued cooling in new escrows, according to the California Association of REALTORS®. The statewide report, covering data through October 25, shows REALTORS® managing an average of 540 closed sales per day, up slightly from earlier in the month. Pending sales…

El Monte City School District, along with five of its schools, were named Honor Roll recipients by the Educational Results Partnership (ERP). This non-profit organization applies data science to help improve student outcomes within the educational system. Using analytical data and scores, the ERP awarded 2025 Honor Roll status to Cleminson, Durfee, Gidley, LeGore, and…

Students and staff across the El Monte Union High School District joined millions of Californians on October 16 for the annual Great ShakeOut earthquake drill, a statewide event focused on earthquake preparedness and safety. The Districtwide exercise helped students and employees practice the “Drop, Cover, and Hold On” procedure, a proven method to protect lives…

As natural disasters continue to grow in frequency and cost, a new national survey shows many homeowners lack confidence in their insurance protection. The study from Kin Insurance found that one in five homeowners believe they are underinsured and may not have enough coverage to rebuild their home after a major loss. The findings arrive…

The pharmacy technician program at El Monte-Rosemead Adult School (EMRAS) took center stage during National Pharmacy Technician Week, recognizing students and professionals who support vital health services across the San Gabriel Valley. The program trains adult learners to become essential members of the health care team by providing accurate, safe, and compassionate pharmacy support. As…

Selling homes with an agent remains the top choice for homeowners, according to a new national survey from Clever Offers. The study found that sellers who worked with a licensed real estate professional were more satisfied and earned higher profits than those who sold their homes independently. Nearly nine in ten sellers who used an…

Families across the San Gabriel Valley can look forward to a spirited celebration this Halloween as the 45th annual Los Angeles Fall Fair returns to South El Monte. Running Fridays through Sundays from October 24 to November 2 at Whittier Narrows Recreation Park, the event promises a full lineup of rides, games, and seasonal treats…

Government shutdown jobless claims rose modestly in mid-October, but California’s labor market—and particularly the San Gabriel Valley—remains strong and stable. New estimates from Citigroup, JP Morgan, Nationwide, and Goldman Sachs suggest that unemployment filings ticked higher last week, yet the broader economic picture shows continued resilience. Initial government shutdown jobless claims climbed to roughly 232,000…