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El Monte QuestBridge Scholarships Awarded to Four Seniors
After four years of excellence both inside and outside the classroom, four El Monte Union High School District (EMUHSD) students earned coveted QuestBridge Match Scholarships, securing early admission to some of the nation’s most respected universities with combined award amounts totaling more than $1 million. Arroyo High School seniors Samuel Ye and Thomas Mach, along…
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Council Advances Plan to Restructure Offices
El Monte mayor election proposal could head to voters in 2026 after a divided City Council signaled support for structural changes to three elected offices. During its Jan. 14 meeting, the El Monte City Council voted 5-2 to begin community outreach on measures that would eliminate the city’s directly elected mayor, city clerk and city…
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Mountain View High School Academic Support Services Highlighted
Mountain View High School in El Monte continues to offer a range of academic support services designed to help students succeed in and out of the classroom. The services, outlined in a recent school flier, include a Learning Lab in Room 605, after-school prep tutoring in the media center and 24/7 online tutoring through Tutor.com.…
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LA County Emergency Rent Relief Opens
Los Angeles County has opened the LA County Emergency Rent Relief application window, offering short-term financial assistance to tenants and landlords across the San Gabriel Valley. The county began accepting applications at 9 a.m. Feb. 9. The window closes at 4:59 p.m. March 11, 2026. Eligible households in El Monte, South El Monte, Baldwin Park,…
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El Monte Adult School Offers GED And HiSET Testing
Residents seeking a high school equivalency credential can now register for El Monte GED HiSET testing through El Monte Rosemead Adult School, which offers both exams along with preparation support. El Monte GED HiSET programs provide adults with a second chance to earn a state-recognized high school equivalency certificate. The credential can open doors to…
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January Inflation Slows Across U.S.
Inflation eased at the start of 2026, offering cautious relief for households in the San Gabriel Valley who continue to navigate high living costs. The latest Consumer Price Index report shows headline inflation rose 0.2 percent in January from the prior month and 2.4 percent from a year earlier. Both figures came in below economists’…
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California Housing Affordability Index Improves
California housing affordability showed modest improvement at the end of 2025, offering cautious optimism for homebuyers across the San Gabriel Valley. According to fourth-quarter data, the statewide Housing Affordability Index rose to 18 percent in Q4 2025. That marks a one percentage point increase from the third quarter and a two-point gain compared with the…
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California Housing Market Data February 2026 Update
The California housing market data February 2026 report shows steady sales activity and growing inventory across the state, according to the California Association of REALTORS®. The report, reflecting a daily average for the week ending Feb. 14, 2026, offers a snapshot of closed sales, pending transactions and new listings. While the data represents statewide trends,…
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California Home Prices Fall To 23-Month Low
California home prices fell to their lowest level since February 2024, signaling cooler conditions as the 2026 housing market begins. The statewide median price for existing single-family homes dropped to $823,180 last month. That figure reflects a 3.2 percent decline from December and marks the largest year-over-year decrease since June 2023. The latest data indicates…
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Website Design Rules For Local Businesses
Small businesses across the San Gabriel Valley rely on their websites to attract customers, share information and build trust. From El Monte to Arcadia, a well-designed website can influence whether a visitor becomes a client or clicks away. Web design experts say simple, user-focused principles often matter more than flashy graphics. As more residents search…