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🌱 How will $2 million in upgrades change Compton College classrooms?

Good morning Compton! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will $2 million in upgrades change Compton College classrooms?
  • What investigators are examining after the Amazon warehouse fire in Compton
  • Compton-raised defensive back signs pro deal with B.C. Lions

Also on today's calendar: Tough Topics for Teens: Fentanyl and Opioid Abuse and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Sunny, with a high of 78 and low of 56 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 81, low: 54.
  • Sunday: Pleasant with clouds and sun, with a high of 79 and low of 52 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Compton College to receive $2 million in federal funding (ourweekly.com) — Compton College is set to receive more than $2 million in new federal funding to upgrade its Math and Science and Vocational Technology buildings, strengthening local learning and job-training spaces. Campus leaders say Rep. Maxine Waters’ support will modernize facilities, extend building life, and better prepare Compton students for both university transfer and regional workforce opportunities.
   

• Thread by @hyperflated on Thread Reader App (threadreaderapp.com) — Residents should know investigators are probing a suspected deliberate fire at an Amazon warehouse in Compton, reported shortly after a worker’s death and concerns about delayed aid. The incident is part of a wider pattern of warehouse and energy facility fires tracked worldwide this year.
   

• B.C. Lions sign defensive back Jhamell Blenman (bgmsportstrax.com) — A young defensive back from Compton is taking his next step as a pro after signing with the CFL’s B.C. Lions. The 22-year-old built his resume at Washington State, Cerritos College, and the University of Idaho, steadily increasing his tackles, interceptions, and impact on the field.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hi neighbors in Carson, Del Amo Mobile Estates, Dominguez Hills Mobile Home Park and all neighborhoods.
    SPROUTS is coming,to where the 99 Store was on University and Avalon. We all wanted a great Grocery Store,so it is finally on it's way!! Please use… (Nextdoor Del Amo Estates)
  • Please share & repost to help reunite this lost dog!
    Maggie was LOST on April 14, 2026 in Gardena, CA 90248 near Gardena Blvd and Broadway Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or to… (Nextdoor El 7)
  • Lifeline Education Charter School posted a job opening for 2026-27 SY - Dean of Students (High School) in Compton. Apply here.
  • Humina Resource posted a job opening for Freight Forwarding Operations in Compton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Compton here.

🗞 Nearby News

Lynwood

  • This One-Of-A-Kind Cultural Hub In Southern California Is Hosting A Massive Free Children's Festival With Piñatas, Magic, And A Red Carpet This April (secretlosangeles.com)

Paramount

  • Paramount-Skydance seeks to remain icon in American entertainment (freep.com)
  • Netflix shares dive as revenue barely beats expectations (wydc-tv.com)
  • 5 Actors Who Almost Played Star Trek's Kirk Before Chris Pine (looper.com)

Carson

Ok Compton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Compton

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Compton

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.