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Montebello City Council Advances $90M Budget as District 5's Ric Alonzo Settles In
Councilmembers pushed through a general-fund budget heavy on public safety and street resurfacing, with newly seated District 5 Councilmember Ric Alonzo joining close votes on water-rate and housing items.
By John D. Abravanel Berdugo · 2026-08-20
School BoardMUSD Sees Enrollment Stabilize Across Its 29 Schools as Board Weighs Facility Upgrades
After years of declining enrollment, Montebello Unified's roughly 20,000-student count is holding steady, prompting the board to revisit its facilities master plan.
By Editorial Desk · 2026-08-18
Whittier Boulevard Cruise Returns: Lowrider Community Reclaims the Boulevard for a Weekend
Hydraulics, chrome and generations of car culture filled Whittier Boulevard as the cruise drew hundreds — a rolling reminder that lowrider culture is Montebello's heritage.
By John D. Abravanel Berdugo · 2026-08-16
BusinessMontebello News Launches Business Directory — Free Listings Now Open
Local businesses can now claim a free listing, with featured placement available for shops that want to stand out across the directory and article pages.
By Editorial Desk · 2026-08-15
Sacramento & D.C.Who Represents Montebello in Sacramento and D.C.? Use the Live Lookup
Because California redistricting can shift which districts cover Montebello, we point readers to the official Find Your Representative tools rather than hardcoding names.
By Editorial Desk · 2026-08-14
Montebello Community Festival Draws Families to Grant Reeder Park
Food vendors, mariachi, and youth booths filled the park for the annual community festival — one of several events now listed in our community calendar.
By Editorial Desk · 2026-08-12
City Hall Renovation Plans Move Forward Amid Cost Questions
Civic-center improvements advanced through committee, but cost estimates drew scrutiny from residents and this newsroom's review of the staff report.
By John D. Abravanel Berdugo · 2026-08-10
SportsFall Sports Preview: Montebello High Oilers Gear Up for League Play
Football, cross country, and volleyball programs open fall schedules with new coaching staff and a wave of underclassmen.
By Editorial Desk · 2026-08-09