The El Monte Union High School District (EMUHSD) is preparing the next phase of its facilities master plan, a roadmap for campus modernization, safety upgrades, and program support. District leaders are inviting families, staff, and community members to attend a series of town hall meetings throughout October to provide input. The master plan will guide…

Families in the Mid Valley will soon have the chance to connect with shelter pets through Read to Rover, a Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control initiative that combines literacy and animal adoption. The program, running from October 1 to October 31, invites visitors to bring a book to one of the…

Initial jobless claims in the United States dropped to their lowest level since mid-July, signaling some easing in layoffs nationwide. For the week ending September 20, the U.S. Department of Labor reported 218,000 claims, a decrease of 14,000 from the prior week. The total came in well below the 235,000 forecasted by economists. National Labor…

El Monte Rosemead Adult School welcomed students and families with a week of island-themed fun, trivia challenges, and community connections during its Aloha Meet & Greet Week, held Sept. 8–12. The celebration featured colorful Hawaiian décor across campus and daily activities designed to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for learners of all ages. Celebration…

U.S. new home sales surged in August 2025, reaching their highest level in more than three and a half years. The U.S. Census Bureau reported that sales jumped 20.5 percent from July, reaching a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 800,000 units. Compared to last year, sales were up 15.4 percent, marking the strongest monthly performance…

Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Pro Tem and First District Supervisor Hilda L. Solis was honored with the LAPD Hollenbeck Police Activities League (HPAL) Leadership Award during the 18th Annual HPAL Awards Gala on Thursday evening. The event was held at the Taglyan Complex in Los Angeles. In her acceptance, Solis spoke about…

Citrus College is expanding its Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program to increase access for students and address regional health care needs. The Glendora-based community college received official approval from the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) to quadruple annual enrollment, rising from 30 to 120 students. Program expansion meets workforce demand Dr. Greg Schulz,…

U.S. inflation inched higher in August but stayed within a range that economists say is unlikely to prompt immediate action from the Federal Reserve. The Department of Commerce reported that the personal consumption expenditures (PCE) price index, the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge, rose 0.3 percent from July and 2.7 percent compared to last year. Core…

El Monte’s Arroyo High School kicked off the school year with its annual Blue, Black and White rally, an event that brought together students, staff, and athletes for a spirited celebration. Held at B. L. Bergstrom Stadium, the assembly featured performances, games, and recognition of student athletes, marking the first major student body gathering of…