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California FAIR Plan Rate Hike Proposed for 2025
The California FAIR Plan rate hike proposal could soon increase insurance costs for hundreds of thousands of homeowners statewide. The state’s insurer of last resort has asked regulators to approve an average 35.8 percent rate increase beginning next spring, marking its largest requested jump in more than seven years. Sharp Increase Proposed for 2025 The…
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Home Purchase Sentiment Holds Steady
The national housing mood remained flat last month, according to the latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI) released by Fannie Mae. Despite easing mortgage rates early in September, consumer confidence around buying or selling a home showed little change from August. Consumer Confidence Stalls The HPSI held at 71.4 in September, unchanged from the previous…
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China Tariffs Spark Market Shifts, Business Opportunities
The China tariffs economic impact may be stirring volatility on Wall Street, but California economists and business leaders say the move could generate new openings for domestic producers and local industries. The tariffs, announced last week by President Trump, are prompting companies to rethink supply chains and strengthen U.S.-based manufacturing. Tariff Announcement Reshapes Global Outlook…
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MVSD Students, Families Join Walk to School Day
Students, families, and staff across the Mountain View School District took to the sidewalks on Friday, October 10, for the district’s annual Walk to School Day. The event, part of a national campaign promoting safe routes and healthy habits, brought together hundreds of participants from each MVSD campus in El Monte. Community Steps Toward Health…
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District to Host College and Career Conference
The El Monte Union High School District will host its annual College and Career Conference at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25, at the Pacific Palms Resort. Designed to help students and families plan for the future, the event will feature a full day of workshops, wellness resources, and guidance from educators and industry professionals.…
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Consumer Financial Expectations Remain Steady in September
A new report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York suggests that while optimism about the labor market has softened, consumer financial expectations remain steady—a sign that households and businesses continue to adapt to evolving economic conditions. Job Market Confidence Mixed but Improving According to the latest Survey of Consumer Expectations, the likelihood of…
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El Monte Union Seeks Community Input on Campus Upgrades
The El Monte Union High School District is inviting community members to share their ideas on the future of school facilities at a series of town hall meetings this month. Since 2018, the district has invested more than $275 million in modernization projects, but leaders say additional upgrades are needed to ensure safe, high-quality campuses…
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Mountain View School District Celebrates Teacher of the Year
Monte Vista School teacher Ana Victoria Rodriguez has been honored as the Mountain View School District’s 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year. Rodriguez, who teaches a third through sixth grade Special Day Class, was recognized during the Los Angeles County Office of Education’s Teacher of the Year luncheon held September 19 at the Hilton Universal City.…
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EMUHSD Immigration Resources Support Families
The El Monte Union High School District (EMUHSD) continues to strengthen its commitment to student safety and family well-being through a comprehensive network of immigration resources. These resources are designed to support students and their families who may face uncertainty related to immigration enforcement, legal status, or access to essential services. Safe Schools and Inclusive…
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County Vehicle Donation Supports Local Nonprofits
he Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has approved a motion from Chair Pro Tem and First District Supervisor Hilda L. Solis to donate two County cargo vans to community organizations A New Way of Life and Water Drop LA, both serving residents facing homelessness, poverty, and reentry challenges. The motion authorizes the County’s Internal…