A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has extended a temporary block on a controversial plan by the Trump administration to freeze federal funding on grants and loans that primarily fund nonprofits. The order blocks the Trump administration from locking up $3 t... More »
A homeless woman was arrested Sunday night after allegedly assaulting two police officers, according to authorities. Lieutenant Matt Campeau of the Pasadena Police Department reported that Amy Diperto, 40, was taken into custody on February 2 at approximately ... More »
Recently, there has been a surge of dialogue surrounding race and diversity as Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs are being rolled back. I firmly believe that we are all created equal; we share the same blood, and each of us has a heart, a mind, and love... More »
City staff is recommending the City Council continue an appeal of an Conditional Use Permit hearing that would allow the Western Justice Center to host up special events annually at the historic Maxwell House until Feb. 10. Located in a residential neighborho... More »
The Public Library system is reopening the three remaining branches that were temporarily closed due to the Eaton fire, according to a City announcement on Friday. The Hill Avenue Branch Library at 55 South Hill Avenue, which experienced minor tree damage duri... More »
Pasadena Water and Power has resumed the Grand Avenue Water Main Replacement Project to replace a 90-year-old water main, announced David M. Reyes, Interim General Manager of Water and Power. The project will upgrade the existing 6-to-4 inch line to a 12-to-8-... More »
The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Public Assistance program, which traditionally supports repair and replacement of publicly owned infrastructure damaged in disasters, is extending aid to private nonprofit organizations and houses of worship in Los Ang... More »
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger praised community response efforts following the Eaton Fire in an email to constituents over the weekend. Barger, who represents Pasadena, highlighted organizations and residents who provided immedia... More »
As residents continue returning to the Eaton burn areas, authorities are urging them Monday to be aware of potential health hazards and wear masks, gloves and other protective gear if they are digging through rubble, noting the toxic nature of wildfire ash and... More »
A four-hour disaster recovery program today featuring individualized SBA consultations will offer business owners affected or destroyed by the Eaton Fire personalized pathways to rebuild through federal assistance programs. The free event, sponsored by Congres... More »
A storm system is expected to bring widespread rain and gusty winds to Southern California beginning Tuesday, raising fears of possible debris flows in recent burn areas. The National Weather Service expressed “high confidence in widespread periods of rain in ... More »
With 2024 receding into the distance, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory is already deep into a busy 2025. Early in the new year, the Eaton Fire came close to JPL, destroying the homes of more than 200 employees, but work has continued apace to maintain mission ... More »
