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DUI Enforcement Operation Targets Impaired Drivers
Irwindale Police Department officers were out in full force last night as part of a focused DUI enforcement operation funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS). The patrols targeted impaired drivers across the city with the goal of promoting safe and responsible driving. OTS Grant Supports Safety Efforts The DUI…
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Local Students Meet Leading STEM Professionals
Although women make up about 50% of the global population, they represent only 28% of the workforce in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) -related occupations worldwide. Efforts are increasing to close this gap and encourage more women to pursue these careers. Thanks to events such as Engaging Girls in STEM, made available to female…
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California Median Home Price Hit New Record
The California housing market set a new benchmark in April with a statewide median home price of $910,160. This marks the 22nd consecutive month of year-over-year price gains, according to data released by the California Association of Realtors. The increase, while continuing the upward trend, was modest—just 0.7% compared to the same time last year.…
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Supervisors Support Affordable Housing at MacLaren Site
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors voted this week to move forward with bond financing for two major affordable housing developments, including the transformative Esperanza Village project in El Monte. The development will repurpose the long-vacant MacLaren Hall site at 4024 Durfee Avenue into a 202-unit affordable housing community serving seniors, families, and Transitional…
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Inflation Cools to Four-Year Low in April
U.S. inflation cools to its lowest annual rate in more than four years in April, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The April inflation report showed that the CPI rose 2.3% year-over-year, falling just below the 2.4% predicted by economists and marking the smallest annual…
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California Housing Market Sees Surge in New Listings
The California housing market saw a strong influx of new listings in mid-May, with REALTORS® across the state reporting significant activity. According to data from the California Association of REALTORS®, the average number of new listings per day climbed to 873 for the week ending May 17, 2025—a robust signal of inventory growth statewide. Closed…
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Housing Starts Rebound in April
Despite persistent headwinds facing the construction industry, U.S. housing starts rebound in a modest sign of resilience in April. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, housing starts rose 1.6% month-over-month after a sharp 10.1% decline in March. While still slightly down from a year ago, the April uptick in new construction activity offered some relief…
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Belinda Mora Honored As Classified Employee of Year
Mountain View High School Office Clerk III Belinda Mora has been honored as El Monte Union High School District’s 2025 Classified Employee of the Year. Known for her professionalism and quiet leadership, Mora was recognized during a special presentation at the May 7 Board of Trustees meeting. Mora has worked in the District for nearly…
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Positive Economic News For Local Communities
Recent indicators suggest a more optimistic outlook for the U.S. economy, with positive economic news emerging across various sectors. Inflation Hits Four-Year Low In April 2025, inflation dropped to 2.3% annually—the lowest rate since February 2021. The decline was driven by lower food and fuel oil prices and a dip in crude oil below $60…
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This Week in California Real Estate Trends
California Real Estate trends in the housing market showed steady activity during the first week of May 2025, with notable increases in new listings and closed sales. According to the California Association of REALTORS®, an average of 879 new listings were posted each day for the week ending May 3, a 10% increase over the…