Council Approves $428,000 Armored Vehicle for Whittier Police
From search warrants to active shooter scenes, here's when and why Whittier police actually use an armored vehicle.
July 24, 2026
Council Approves Police Drone Program as Part of Larger $3.4 Million Axon Deal
Drones will soon launch from fixed locations around the city and reach some calls before officers do, piloted remotely from the police station.
July 20, 2026
Whittier's Frontline Workers Are Fighting Back
While city executives received raises totaling roughly 27% over three years, frontline workers say they're being left behind.
June 30, 2026
LA Fitness Whittier Is Becoming Club Studio. Here's What That Means
Same building, same owner — but a very different price tag.
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Council Rejects Police Software Contract Over Privacy and Bidding Concerns
A sole-source contract, vague data-use terms, and no competing bids left three council members unconvinced. Two others voted yes.
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Whittier Aims to Cut DUI Crashes by 10% With Cannabis Tax Grant
The $130,000 grant covers overtime for a year of DUI patrols and a device that lets officers confirm suspected drugs on the spot.
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A Proposed 5-Story Storage Project Pitches a Parking Solution for The Groves
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Whittier's New Disaster Plan Shows Who Faces the Greatest Risk
From a $7 billion earthquake threat to year-round wildfire risk, the new hazard plan spells out what a major disaster could cost.
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