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18 hours ago · DOWNEY — Hundreds of students poured out of Warren and Downey High School and marched to city hall at noon on Thursday to protest the mass deportation of immigrants lacking permanent legal status. The demonstration was organized by Rally The Youth Organization, a group led by seniors at the two high schools. The co-presidents of the group, Daniel Arias and London Blanco, from Warren High ...

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Dec 30, 2024 · At the end of every year, I try to sit back and reflect on how Downey has changed, progressed (or regressed), and adapted over the last twelve months, and then I try to think about how that momentum could carry us into the future. I started this article as I always do: by reading last year’s instal

1 day ago · DOWNEY — In a hard-fought championship match, Downey High School emerged victorious in the Seventh Annual Downey Unified Esports High School Championship, securing a crucial win over longtime rival Warren High School.. The triumph gives Downey High the series lead in the competition’s history and underscores the growing impact of esports within the Downey Unified School District.

Jan 30, 2025 · Happy New Year, Downey! As we begin 2025, our community has much to look forward to. Each year brings new opportunities, and we will continue focusing on priorities such as enhancing City services, supporting local businesses, and ensuring our neighborhoods remain safe and welcoming. Community E

Dec 7, 2023 · Dearest Downey, As the year comes to a close, I want to wish you and your families a safe and healthy Christmas and Happy Holidays. It has been my honor to serve as your Mayor Pro Tem for 2023. During my past three years as your Citywide Councilmember for District 5, the Downey City Council has b

Jan 30, 2025 · DOWNEY — The decision to transition the Downey election system from a mixed system to a five-district election system was unanimously affirmed by the city council Tuesday night.. Under the current mixed system, the city is split into four districts and one at-large district. Each council candidate must live in the district they …

Nov 11, 2024 · DOWNEY — The Downey City Council will meet Tuesday to decide whether to adopt a new election system in response to a legal challenge.. The city is currently facing pressure to comply with the California Voting Rights Act (CVRA), following a demand letter from Sarega Law, APC, which claims Downey’s election method violates state law.

Oct 22, 2024 · DOWNEY — City officials gathered at a town hall meeting at Stonewood Center last week to rally support for Measure D, a local sales tax proposal aimed at strengthening public safety in Downey.. Key speakers included City Manager Roger Bradley, Police Chief Scott Loughner, Fire Chief Dan Hurlock, Mayor Pro Tem Hector Sosa, former Mayor Mario Guerra, and Nader Moghaddam, CEO of Financial ...