Measure ER Passes. Whittier's Sales Tax Rate Going Up To 11%
Measure ER brings Whittier's sales tax to 11% starting October 1, while directing $1 billion a year to the county's healthcare system.
June 13, 2026Eddie Cota
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605 Detours Aren't Going Away. Whittier Wants More Influence Over What Happens Next
Anyone who drives the 605 knows how freeway construction can spill onto city streets. Whittier wants a seat at the table when those decisions get made.
June 11, 2026
Three Budgets Passed Tuesday. One Raises Your Water Bill
Most residents only heard about the city budget. But two more budgets passed Tuesday night.
June 10, 2026
Whittier Approved The 2026-27 Budget. Here Is What Changed And What To Watch
The General Fund is projecting a $3.9 million shortfall. The city is using reserves to cover it, and those reserves are shrinking.
June 10, 2026
Three Artists Compete To Paint Guirado Park's New Mural
The Art in Public Places Committee is reviewing three finalist proposals for a $70,000 mural at Guirado Park. Here is what each artist brought back.
June 06, 2026
Whittier's New Congressional District Produces a Surprise in Early Primary Results
Republican Mitch Clemmons is leading Democratic incumbent Linda Sánchez in early returns from Tuesday's CA-41 primary — but ballots are still being counted.
June 05, 2026
The Rules for Speaking at Whittier City Council Just Changed
Whittier's new council dropped the speaker card requirement and set a flat two-minute limit for all speakers — changes that roll back policies put in place by the administration that was voted out in April.
May 29, 2026
Parking at The Groves Could Reach Maximum Capacity
Ever ended up parking by Stater Bros. to get to Rodeo 72? The city's own data explains why — and two new businesses could make it worse.
May 23, 2026
Metro Holding Public Hearings on Planned E Line Extension to Whittier
LA Metro is holding public hearings this month on a planned rail extension that would eventually bring the E Line to Whittier — making the city the final stop on the line. Here's what the project involves and how to weigh in.
May 20, 2026
