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Whittier's New Congressional District Produces a Surprise in Early Primary Results
Elections

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
City Hall

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
Development

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
Community

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
What Is Measure ER? A Whittier Voter's Guide to the June 2 Sales Tax Measure
Elections

What Is Measure ER? A Whittier Voter's Guide to the June 2 Sales Tax Measure

Six L.A. County health clinics have already closed. Federal cuts to Medi-Cal are projected to cost the county $800 million a year. On June 2, voters will decide whether to fill part of that gap with a half-cent sales tax increase.

May 19, 2026
The Old Joann Fabrics on Whittier Blvd Is Being Split Into 3 Businesses
Development

The Old Joann Fabrics on Whittier Blvd Is Being Split Into 3 Businesses

This stretch of Whittier Blvd is now zoned for high-density housing. The redevelopment was approved just months before the change took effect.

May 15, 2026
The Councilman Who Fought to Bring a Train to Whittier Is Leaving Office
Community

The Councilman Who Fought to Bring a Train to Whittier Is Leaving Office

Fernando Dutra lost his Whittier City Council seat on April 14 — and under state law, that means he loses his Metro Board seat too. He's the current Board Chair, and the person most responsible for bringing the future light rail to Whittier. He's been fighting for it since 2008.

May 09, 2026
Whittier Has No Plans For Whittier Boulevard
City Hall

Whittier Has No Plans For Whittier Boulevard

In 2025, the state transferred ownership of Whittier Boulevard to the city along with $16.7 million to help cover future costs. But the city has no plan for the road. Will $16.7 million be enough?

May 09, 2026
2 Homes Built in the 1900s Are Coming Down. 9 Market-Rate Townhomes Are Going Up
Development

2 Homes Built in the 1900s Are Coming Down. 9 Market-Rate Townhomes Are Going Up

A development proposal that would demolish two single-family homes in Uptown Whittier and replace them with nine three-story market-rate townhomes is heading to its first official public hearing on May 14 at Whittier City Hall.

May 08, 2026
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