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E-Commerce Sales Grow in May
E-Commerce sales continued to grow in May despite a broader decline in consumer spending, signaling a growing shift toward online shopping as households respond to economic uncertainty. Retail Sales Slip, But E-Commerce Sales Grow Consumer spending fell sharply in May, marking a 0.9% month-over-month decline in retail sales, according to new federal data. This comes…
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LA County Park Closures Begin June 30
LA County park closures will begin June 30, affecting six major regional parks that will now close every Monday and Tuesday due to a $22.2 million departmental budget cut. The move is part of a countywide effort to reduce spending amid fiscal shortfalls and rising operational costs. The closures affect Castaic Lake, Frank G.…
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This Week In Real Estate: Market Activity Rises
The California housing market showed strong momentum in June 2025, with new listings and stable sales pointing to increased buyer-seller engagement. According to the California Association of REALTORS® (C.A.R.), for the week ending June 21, market activity rises across key metrics, signaling a productive summer season. New Listings Surge as Market Activity Rises Statewide,…
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Foothill Gold Line Brings New Era of Transit
Four new Metro A Line stations in Glendora, San Dimas, La Verne, and Pomona were officially dedicated on June 21, marking the completion of the Foothill Gold Line extension and signaling a major leap forward in public transportation for the San Gabriel Valley. New Rail Stations Set to Transform Region The San Gabriel Valley marked…
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Consumer Financial Confidence Keeps Improving
Consumer financial confidence showed modest improvement in May, according to the latest Survey of Consumer Expectations released by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The data indicates growing optimism among Americans regarding their employment prospects and household finances, offering a more encouraging picture of economic sentiment heading into summer. The perceived likelihood of losing…
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Career Technical Education Prepare Students for Success
El Monte Union High School District is strengthening student futures through its growing career technical education programs. Designed to prepare students for college and in-demand careers, these programs provide hands-on learning, industry certifications, and pathways to higher education or immediate employment. Multiple Pathways to Real-World Skills Career technical education is available across all EMUHSD high…
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Housing For All Scholarship Awards $8,700 to Local Students
The Rio Hondo Community Development Corporation awarded $8,700 to local students through its new Housing For All Scholarship, supporting youth from low-income households in their pursuit of higher education and career training. Baldwin Park Students Honored by Housing For All Scholarship The Rio Hondo Community Development Corporation (RHCDC) awarded $8,700 in scholarships and…
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EMUHSD Website Update Brings Easier Access
The El Monte Union High School District (EMUHSD) has launched a redesigned website that centralizes key services and improves access to school and district resources. The EMUHSD website update supports students, families, and staff by making it easier to find tools, programs, and information across all district campuses. New Tools for Families and Students The…
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El Monte Launches ‘El Monte Cares’ Program
In response to increased immigration enforcement across Los Angeles County, El Monte city officials have launched the El Monte Cares program, a rapid-response initiative designed to support families affected by recent raids in the San Gabriel Valley. The program was announced Thursday during a press conference at the Mountain View Family Center, where Los Angeles…
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EMUHSD Students Can Now Order High School Transcripts Online
El Monte Union High School District (EMUHSD) students and alumni can now order high school transcripts online through Parchment, a secure digital platform designed to simplify transcript and credential requests. Streamlined Transcript Requests Current students, graduates, and third-party organizations can access EMUHSD transcripts electronically without needing to visit school offices. The district has partnered with…