Compton proudly celebrates 138 years since its incorporation on May 11, 1888. Join the City of Compton on May 11, 2026, for a special Founders Day Celebration at City Hall featuring an Open House, guided tours, and a birthday dessert celebration. Together, we honor Compton’s history, resilience, community spirit, and bright future while celebrating the people who continue shaping the city every day.

LA28 will rely on existing venues, avoiding new permanent stadiums, while accelerating major transit upgrades under Metro’s “Twenty-Eight by ’28,” including rail extensions, bus rapid transit, and improved LAX connections. Los Angeles County is coordinating with all 88 cities on planning and contracting. Compton is included through regional planning and economic opportunities but has no venues planned. The Compton 2028 Olympic Committee is yet to be formed—apply at the City C

California faces a tightening energy outlook in 2026 as refinery closures reduce gasoline supply while electrification, data centers, AI, and logistics steadily raise baseline electricity demand. Energy costs are likely to remain high and volatile, increasing the cost of doing business. Consumers—especially in underserved cities like Compton—face higher fuel, utility, and living costs with few practical alternatives, risking greater economic strain and inequality.