In Compton’s Nov 2024 election, turnout was strikingly low—just 16.8% voted for City Clerk and 16.4% on Measure CA. With 45,379 registered voters, over 83% didn’t vote. In Districts 1 and 4, only 2,219 and 1,807 ballots were cast. These numbers highlight a critical need for greater civic engagement.

On April 16, 2025, Compton City Council suspended fireworks sales for July 4th, citing safety and environmental concerns. The Citizens' Coalition is neutral regarding this decision, yet acknowledges its potential benefits to public health and safety.

Long Beach, Lynwood, and Compton officials have launched a joint plan to combat sex and human trafficking along Long Beach Blvd. The initiative aims to target high-risk areas, hold motel owners accountable, and support victims through survivor-centered services. Backed by the Citizens' Coalition for Change, the plan emphasizes regional cooperation to restore safety and dignity to affected neighborhoods.

A Crisis You Can’t Ignore Since May 2022, the Chiquita Canyon Landfill —located near Val Verde , a community with deep roots as a safe...

Citizens Coalition for Change urges the City of Compton to strongly consider a city-wide ban on the sale and use of fireworks in Compton.

Restoration Diversion Services (RDS) is a nonprofit organization based in Compton, California, dedicated to helping victims of human sex...

If Newsom aims for a political reinvention ahead of a presidential run, we doubt his podcast will help him build bipartisan credibility.

Residents in Compton deserve immediate air monitoring, transparency, and action to protect their communities from long-term harm.

Major corporations operate on quarterly/annual revenue cycles, meaning a single day of lower sales will not register in their bottom lines.

Aunque Compton no está en una zona de alto riesgo de incendios, todos los propietarios en CA se verán afectados por la crisis del seguro.

California's FAIR Plan , the state's insurer of last resort, is facing significant financial challenges due to the devastating Los...

A partir del 12 de febrero de 2025, la Ciudad de Compton no ha anunciado ningún tema sobre las próximas Reuniones Comunitarias del...

As of February 12, 2025, the City of Compton has not announced any topics on the upcoming Community Budget Meetings. The most recent...

In the recent days, we have been observing strong emotional reaction to the astronomical rent hikes on social media from residents in the...

The Compton Pledge was introduced by Compton Mayor Aja Brown on October 16, 2020. This initiative, in partnership with the Fund for...

Street takeovers have become a dangerous and disruptive trend in many cities, posing significant risks to public safety and property. The...

Dear Supporters and Advocates, As we welcome 2025, we reflect on the challenges we’ve faced, the victories we’ve achieved, and the...

In July 2024, operators of two former oil recycling facilities in Compton, an area historically overburdened by the impacts of pollution,...

Street takeovers have been a growing issue in Compton for years. These events are planned and coordinated by participants and spectators...

Compton's Legacy of Influence Compton has a rich history of notable individuals who were either born or resided there. Among them are...