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Fleeing violence in their homeland, Mary and Joseph became refugees with their infant son. They escaped the fate decreed by the cruel despot, King Herod. Fearing the birth of the Messiah, Herod decreed death to all male infants in and around the town of Bethle... More »
Nearly a year after the Eaton Fire destroyed thousands of homes across the San Gabriel Valley, a historic coalition has demanded that Southern California Edison keep families housed until they can get back home. The Eaton Fire Action Network’s proposal address... More »
Dear Editor, My name’s Eddie “The Banjo” Marks, and I reckon I just wanted to say a few words about Pasadena, a place that’s worked its way right into my bones. I ain’t from here originally. I grew up in Kentucky where summers stick to your skin and folks wa... More »
As we approach the one-year anniversary of the Eaton Fire, many families in our community are still living with its consequences, myself included, having lost my home of 16 years in Altadena. Many are navigating displacement, uncertainty, and the emotional tol... More »
UCLA’s departure from the Rose Bowl Stadium would represent far more than a change in venue—it would represent a significant economic disruption for Pasadena’s working families. For decades, game days generated substantial wages for stadium personnel, security... More »
Our client, Luis Cazares, thought he was lucky. When the Eaton Fire tore through the foothills of Altadena, his home—unlike many of his neighbors—was still standing. But relief didn’t last. The air inside was thick with chemicals, ash, and toxins. Within minut... More »
Pasadena Water and Power’s (PWP’s) new Electric Rate Study amounts to a subsidy for the city’s largest commercial users, funded by steep hikes on Pasadena’s residents and attacks on rooftop solar. On Tuesday at 4:00 p.m., PWP will present its Electric Rate Stu... More »
This year as Board President of the Pasadena Unified School District has been one I will carry with me for a long time. I began the year with deep respect for our students, families, and staff. I end it with admiration for their resilience and determination. S... More »
UCLA got molly whopped by the Washington Huskies in what some say could be the Bruins’ last game in the Rose Bowl. It’s well documented by now, the Bruins want to take their ball and run to SoFi for suite revenue and closer proximity to campus, for some reason... More »
Since I was a teenager—and at times homeless—I learned early that the ability to sleep safely, even without a home, is essential for human survival. It is the fragile line between moving toward the American Dream and falling into despair. I worked my way throu... More »
This December marks my one year anniversary as the newest member of the Pasadena Unified Board of Education. As we know, a lot has happened in that time. We’ve experienced unspeakable tragedy in the wake of the Eaton Fires. We’ve had to relocate many of our st... More »
I was disappointed to read that the city council, during its November 18th meeting, stalled the proposal for All-Saints Church to open a safe parking program with 25 spots. As Friends In Deed currently runs the only safe parking in Pasadena, I wanted to share ... More »
