In a historic step to expand green space in District 5, both the Mountain View School District and the City of El Monte voted this week to approve a Joint Use Agreement to transform part of the former Prescott F. Cogswell Elementary School site into a long-awaited park and green space; demonstrating both agencies’ commitment…

The Corazón Del Valle event will bring the community together on Sunday, November 2, turning five miles of streets in El Monte and South El Monte into a car-free festival of art, movement, and culture. Hosted by Metro, the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments (SGVCOG), and Active San Gabriel Valley (ActiveSGV), the free event…

The Good Fight Foundation will host a free Harvest Festival on Saturday, Oct. 25, at La Madera Community Garden, inviting residents to enjoy an afternoon of crafts, garden workshops, and cultural celebration. The family-friendly event runs from noon to 4 p.m. at 3805 La Madera Ave. Pumpkins and craft supplies will be distributed on a…

California State Senator Susan Rubio visited Arroyo High School in El Monte on Oct. 10 as part of her Government Class Teaching Tour, where she met with students, parents, and staff to promote civic engagement and community connection. Rubio, who represents California’s 22nd Senate District, spent time with government students to share insight into her…

Mountain View High School will host a free community workshop on Tuesday, October 28, aimed at helping families prepare for one of the most important milestones in a teen’s life—learning to drive. The event, titled “Dare to Prepare,” is presented by Streets, Art, SAFE in collaboration with the Auto Club of Southern California (AAA). Open…

El Monte High School history teacher Sara Quezada, a 37-year educator known for her innovative teaching and steadfast dedication to students, has been named El Monte Union High School District’s 2025-26 Teacher of the Year. Quezada, who has spent the last decade inspiring learners at El Monte High, was honored during a Board meeting on…

San Gabriel Valley home improvement activity is climbing as more residents choose to remodel rather than relocate. With home prices and mortgage rates still high, homeowners across El Monte, Temple City, and Baldwin Park are investing in upgrades to increase comfort and property value. The rise in San Gabriel Valley home improvement projects reflects shifting…

The California housing market report for mid-October reveals steady activity and cautious optimism among Realtors across the state. The data, released by the California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.) for the week ending October 18, 2025, highlights small but positive changes in sales, listings, and market sentiment. According to the California housing market report, an average…

California’s housing market showed slight improvement in September as home sales rebounded from both the previous month and last year’s levels, according to the latest monthly sales and price report from the California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.). Sales of existing single-family homes rose 6.6 percent from a revised annualized pace of 260,340 units recorded in…

The builder confidence economic impact is gaining attention after confidence among U.S. home builders rose sharply in October, signaling a potential boost for the national economy. According to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI), builder sentiment climbed five points to 37, its highest level since April. The increase…