Message from the Editor: What Whittier 360 News Network Covers

As Whittier 360 News Network continues to grow, it is important to clarify exactly what areas we cover and the communities we serve.

While the name “Whittier 360” centers on the City of Whittier, our coverage has always extended beyond city limits. From the beginning, the mission has been to provide accurate, fact-based reporting for the broader Whittier area—reflecting how residents actually live, work, and interact across city boundaries.

Our Coverage Area

Whittier 360 News Network covers:

• City of Whittier

• Santa Fe Springs

• Pico Rivera

• La Mirada

• La Habra

• La Habra Heights

• South El Monte (portions relevant to the Whittier area)

In addition, we provide coverage for unincorporated communities that are closely tied to Whittier:

• South Whittier

• West Whittier–Los Nietos

• East Whittier

• North Whittier

• Avocado Heights

• Hacienda Heights

These communities are often overlooked or inconsistently covered by larger media outlets, despite facing many of the same issues—public safety concerns, infrastructure challenges, development decisions, and regional politics.

Why This Matters

The Whittier area does not function in isolation. Residents routinely cross city lines for work, school, shopping, and daily life. Decisions made in one city can—and often do—affect neighboring communities.

By covering the entire region, Whittier 360 News Network aims to provide:

• Context, not just isolated headlines

• Accountability, across multiple jurisdictions

• Clarity, especially on issues that impact more than one city

Moving Forward

As coverage expands, readers can expect to see more reporting from across this broader region, including:

• City council activity in neighboring cities

• Regional elections and campaign finance

• Public safety trends

• Infrastructure and development projects

Whittier 360 News Network remains committed to delivering accurate, transparent, and community-focused reporting—wherever it affects the people of the Whittier area.