Covering Compton and Beyond
Local and statewide governance
District 4 Councilwoman Lillie P. Darden and her office have provided some updates surrounding the work around the Artesia Bridge project. For sure, there is still plenty of work to do before the historic bridge, shut down due to a Read more
California State Sen. Steven Bradford, 64, who represents Compton, Carson, Inglewood, and other local jurisdictions, says the “time is right” and he is “up to the challenge” of becoming the next Lieutenant Governor of California. Bradford, who serves as the Read more
The Compton City Council voted unanimously to allow the city to use funding allocated from the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (or SB 1) to help stabilize and improve roads in the city. In a 5-0 vote during Read more
Local leaders and residents unite to honor the city’s history and culture in a milestone celebration On Tuesday, May 7, the City of Compton marked its 136th year since incorporation with a special celebration. Residents and community leaders came together Read more
Lillie P. Darden is holding a slight lead in the city’s Fourth District race. As of 6 a..m on March 6, Darden was in front with 37 percent of the vote. Joel Estrada is second with 27 percent of the Read more
The First District race is tight with current City Councilwoman Deidra Duhart holding a slim lead over Jasper Jackson. As of 6 a.m. on March 6, the day after the Presidential Primary Election took place, Duhart had captured 41.5 percent Read more
The City Clerk race figured to be a tough one and it has developed into a fierce two-woman race between incumbent Vernell McDaniel and Satra Zurita. McDaniel, the current City Clerk, is looking up at Zurita in the hotly contested Read more
The March 5 election will say a lot about the direction the city of Compton is headed. If residents of Compton want change from the status quo they need to vote. It’s that simple. There is no magic wand to Read more
In a city known for its resilience, Councilwoman Deidre M. Duhart emerges as a beacon of progress and positive change. With a rich history of service and a vision for a thriving Compton, she brings a fresh perspective to local Read more
Compton, CA – With 21 years of dedicated service Vernell McDaniel, the current City Clerk of Compton, is seeking to maintain her role and continue the momentum of positive change. Appointed Jan. 17, 2023, with the support of Compton City Read more