Thousands gathered in Monterey Park, Calif. this weekend to celebrate the Lunar New Year, a year following a tragic mass shooting that claimed 11 lives during the same festivities. The shooter, identified as 72-year-old Huu Can Tran, was later found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot. Celebration and remembrance: In the spirit of resilience and unity, the city hosted its annual Lunar New Year Festival on Jan. 27-28, 2024.