A new chapter in supportive housing began in El Monte on May 14, when Linc Housing, joined by California Senator Susan Rubio, Los Angeles County leaders, and City of El Monte officials, celebrated the grand opening of Willow Way. The 39-home development offers stable housing to individuals and families transitioning out of homelessness. Located in…

California housing inventory is on the rise, giving buyers across the state more choices and prompting sellers to adjust their pricing expectations. For the week ending May 24, 2025, new listings averaged 791 per day, according to the California Association of REALTORS®. This increase reflects a shift toward a more balanced market, where demand remains…

In celebration of Older Americans Month and senior community service, the City of Baldwin Park hosted an Older American Recognition Ceremony to honor Rosalinda “Sally” G. Ong for her years of dedication and impact. The event took place at the Julia McNeill Senior Center, located at 4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard, and brought together local leaders,…

El Monte Union High School District is calling on students, staff, and families to support wildfire relief at the One Million Meal Packing Event, beginning at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, June 27, at the Queen Mary in Long Beach. The meal packing event is part of a large-scale effort to assist food banks and communities…

Builder confidence drops in the U.S. housing market to its lowest level since December 2022, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI). The six-point decline in May lowered the index to 34, down from 40 the previous month. This marks a sharp setback as homebuilders navigate persistently high…

While new tariff effects have raised concerns about future price increases, the latest economic data suggests that their impact has not yet reached U.S. consumers. According to April’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) report, inflation remained relatively stable—offering a positive sign for households and the broader economy. Economists had anticipated upward pressure from tariff-related costs, but…

South El Monte High School, part of the El Monte Union High School District, has garnered recognition for its strong student engagement and favorable student-teacher ratios, according to data from U.S. News & World Report. These metrics highlight the school’s commitment to fostering a supportive and effective learning environment. Student-Teacher Ratio Enhances Learning The school…

El Monte Union High School District will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 5 p.m. on Monday, June 2, to celebrate the grand opening of El Monte High School’s upgraded track and field facility. The event will take place at 3048 Tyler Ave., El Monte, and will highlight the District’s investment in athletic and wellness infrastructure…

Residents across the San Gabriel Valley are getting some encouraging economic news this spring: inflation has cooled nationwide, and that’s bringing price relief for families helping ease pressure on household budgets in communities like El Monte, South El Monte, Baldwin Park, Rosemead, and Irwindale. According to the latest report from the U.S. Bureau of Labor…

El Monte High staff hit the road—figuratively—on May 9 for a festive “Road Trippin’” Day, part of the school’s weeklong celebration of Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week. The event brought together faculty and staff for a morning of refreshments, games, and gratitude on campus. Local businesses Cyber Yogurt and Tierra Mia Coffee contributed to the…