During the month of May, Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) joins utilities across the nation in celebrating Water Awareness Month, an annual outreach campaign to raise awareness about the value of one of Southern California’s most precious natural resources: water. Throughout the month, PWP is highlighting water sustainability and resilience in the community with educational events, tours, and worksh... More »
Beginning Thursday, May 2 the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association will open its doors to the public for guided tours at no cost. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover hidden treasures and fascinating facts about the Tournament House, the Rose Parade, and the Rose Bowl Game. Led by volunteer docents, the one-and-a-half to two-hour tours are offered every Thursday at 2 p.m. through Aug... More »
A suspected gang member was arrested after police allegedly found drugs, cash and firearms in his vehicle and home during a traffic stop and subsequent search, authorities said Thursday. Roddie Cobb, 45, of Pasadena, was pulled over by members of the Pasadena Police Department’s Street Crime Unit on Wednesday at 10:28 p.m. on Oak Knoll Avenue and Del Mar Boulevard for a vehicle code violation, acc... More »
Cooler-than-normal temperatures are expected to persist in Pasadena through Friday due to a deep marine layer and strong onshore winds, according to the National Weather Service. Temperatures on Thursday are forecast to be 6 to 12 degrees below average, with cloudy skies gradually becoming mostly sunny in Pasadena. The city can expect a high near 63 degrees and south-southwest winds of 5 to 10 mph... More »
Robert Vargas, an internationally renowned muralist from Los Angeles, will receive an honorary doctorate degree from ArtCenter College of Design on Saturday, April 27. Vargas will deliver the commencement address at the college’s spring graduation ceremony, to be held at 10:00 a.m. in the Pasadena Convention Center’s Grand Ballroom. “This is a huge honor for me,” said Vargas, who attended the Los ... More »
SB 1160, introduced by Senator Anthony J. Portantino, is gaining momentum in the California legislature as it seeks to hold individuals accountable for carrying unregistered handguns and to increase responsibility in firearm ownership. The bill has passed the Senate Public Safety Committee. Portantino explained SB 1160 builds on previous gun reform measures to enhance public safety and curb illega... More »
Two court hearings are scheduled for today at the Pasadena Courthouse in significant local cases involving murder and manslaughter charges. At 8:30 a.m., a hearing is set for Guary Lonnie Shuford III, 32, of Los Angeles, who is charged with murder and possession of a firearm by a felon in connection with the shooting death of Jamila Elysse Moss, 34, at her apartment complex at Del Mar Boulevard an... More »
Discover the profound impact of literature on neighborhood identity at LitFest in the Dena 2024, where the theme “Books that made the Neighborhood” takes center stage. Through discussions and readings, attendees will delve into the ways in which neighborhoods shape narratives and perceptions, fostering a deeper understanding of community dynamics. Against the backdrop of the historic Mountain View... More »
The must-follow website this month among California’s politicians, bureaucrats and interest group lobbyists is the “California Personal Income Tax Daily Revenue Tracker” that’s updated daily by the state controller’s office. Last week was the deadline for filing personal income tax returns, and income taxes are by far the most important source of state revenue. What’s collected this month will hav... More »
In honor of National Older Americans Month, Metro’s On the Move Riders Program is hosting its 8th Annual Older Adult Transportation Expo at the Pasadena Convention Center on Tuesday, May 7, offering seniors a comprehensive toolkit for navigating public transportation and fostering community bonds. The expo, a cornerstone of Metro’s commitment to empowering older adults with transit knowledge and r... More »
