Talking Downey

Great show. Worth watching. Glen Bell really changed the landscape of Sourthern California and beyond and yes, Taco Bell was started right here in Downey. But watch to hear where his inspiration came from.

Taco Bell's Fast Food Origin Story | Lost LA | KCET An unassuming Mexican restaurant in San Bernardino, Mitla Café, planted the seeds for two tortilla-based empires: Taco Bell and Del Taco. In this clip, Lost ...

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Downey sports bar fined thousands for revealing uniforms Ojos Locos in Downey has been fined thousands of dollars for their revealing uniforms.

Today we say thank you and recognize our law enforcement professionals that risk so much to protect us. We appreciate you and are grateful for your service to our community and country.

Ojos Locos is not happy about getting fined for their violation of the cities dress code ordinance. It will be discussed in closed session (possible litigation is always in closed session) tomorrow night at council meeting.

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Talking Dodgers: Championship or Bust Mario Guerra and Eric Pierce talk about the upcoming Dodger season 2024.

The Downey Rose Float Association's 2024 Rose Parade float has been awarded the Wrigley Legacy award for "most outstanding display of floral presentation, float design and entertainment." Awesome way to start 2024. Congrats to all who worked so hard to make it beautiful.

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What's Coming to Downey in 2024 Mario Guerra and Eric Pierce discuss all the upcoming things coming to Downey 2024.

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Merry Christmas from Talking Downey Mario Guerra and Eric Pierce wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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Controversy: Who will be Downey's next Mayor? Mario Guerra and Eric Pierce talk on the new Mayor of Downey, Mario Trujillo.

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Scott Loughner has been named interim police chief of the Downey Police Department effective Dec. 15.

Loughner, currently a captain, will serve as chief until the city hires a permanent replacement for Leslie Murray, who retired this week after 32 years with Downey.

“This appointment is an important step towards maintaining the Downey Police Department’s operational integrity and the safety of the public that will allow for a smooth transition to a permanent chief,” said city manager Roger Bradley.

Loughner was hired by the Downey Police Department in 2000 and served as a sergeant and lieutenant prior to his promotion to captain in 2021.

We teased about this earlier. Great for Downey. Stay tuned, a few more things coming !!

Sprouts Farmers Market submitted plans today to open a grocery store at the former Bed, Bath & Beyond location at the Downey Landing.

The store is anticipated to open by October 2024, city officials said.

“This is a significant milestone and economic development project that has been in the making for several months,” said Mayor Claudia Frometa. “I want our residents to know we heard them, I heard them. I want to extend our gratitude to our amazing city staff and city manager for their incredible work on this great new addition to our Downey business community.”

Frometa hinted that other major economic development news will be announced soon.

“I have been really advocating for Sprouts in our community, along with other really important economic development projects that will also be announced shortly,” said Frometa.

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What's the Future Of Downey's Stay Gallery Mario Guerra and Eric Pierce talk about the latest news with Stay Gallery in Downey.

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City Council Recap: Parking Structure Upgrades, Money for Non-Profits Mario Guerra and Eric Pierce recap the city council meeting regarding non-profits.

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Election Results: Winners, Losers & Looking forward to 2024 Mario Guerra and Eric Pierce recap the 2023 Downey election.

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City Council Recap: Stay Gallery Needs Financial Help (Again)

Wreaths across America. Sponsor a veteran at Downey Cemetary.

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Help the Downey Cemetery remember and honor our local heroes by sponsoring a wreath to be placed on a veteran’s grave this December. The Downey Cemetery District will be partnering with Wreaths Across America to honor all of our fallen veterans buried at the Downey Cemetery on December 16, 2023. Wreaths are $17 and can be ordered by scanning the QR code or by visiting www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/CA0777. You can also stop by the City of Downey Parks and Recreations Department to sponsor a wreath or to sign-up as a volunteer to help place wreaths on our veteran’s graves on December 16th. All orders for wreath sponsorships must be placed by Friday, November 17th.

For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at 562-904-7238.
Thank you for supporting the Downey Cemetery and Wreaths Across America!

Our newest show was posted today. Every Friday we have a new show.

City Council Recap: Stay Gallery Needs Financial Help (Again)

Election results were just updated by County. Dorothy Pemberton and Horacio Ortiz increased their leads and have won both Downey city Council seats. Ms. Pemberton won by 16% and Mr. Ortiz won by 13%. Congratulations to both.

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Celebrating 50 years of our all-volunteer Army — The Downey Patriot On this Veterans Day in 2023 we recognize all who have served our nation with honor and distinction. Veterans have earned our undying gratitude, and the American people must never forget their sacrifices. Veterans Day is a reminder that the Army’s people are its greatest strength and taking care o...

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Touring The Whole Child and an interview with it's Executive Director Mario Guerra and Eric Pierce sit down with Whole Child's executive director Constanza Pachon.

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Downey's Local Election - Opinion Piece 2023 Mario Guerra gives his opinion piece on Downey's local election coming up in Tuesday November 7th, 2023 for City Council District 1 and 3.

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State of the City Recap: What We Liked And Didn't Like Mario Guerra and Eric Pierce share their thoughts of the State of the City, Downey 2023.

This is a recap of the donations and contributions obtain by the candidates in District 1 (Southeast Downey). We feel it is important for Downey residents to know where the money is coming from and make conclusions before voting.

Follow The Money Mario Guerra shares the insides scoop of where the candidates received their money for the candidates running in Downey, District 1.

In our effort to give information on all the candidates running for Council we have done a recap of the donations each candidate has received. This episode gives a rundown on all three candidates running in District 3 (Northwest Downey).

Follow The Money, Whose Giving Money to Who? (District 3) Mario Guerra goes over the candidates endorsements for District 3 of Downey for the 2023 election.

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Downey Launching 'Shop Local' Campaign Mario and Eric talk about the new campaign launching in Downey to stimulate the local economy.

I loved former Downey Mayor Dave Gafin. We worked well together for many years and I considered him a dear friend.

With his wife Brenda, Ann and I spent a lot of fun times together. He represented District 1 with character and ethics.

It is fitting that his widow would also endorse Horacio Ortiz for Downey City Council.

"I have confidence that Horacio Ortiz will serve District 1 well (Southeast Downey). I believe that he will be the one to follow my husband's legacy.
I will be voting for Horacio Ortiz. "

Mrs. Brenda Gafin
(Widow of former Downey Mayor Dave Gafin who represented District 1for 8 years).

Thank you Brenda for always wanting the best for our city.