The National Weather Service has issued a high-risk alert for significant road flooding and burn scar debris flows in areas recently affected by fires. During storms, there is increased potential for flash floods, falling rocks and mud and debris flows. Everyo... More »
Light rain fell across most of the Southland Wednesday, but it was only a precursor to what forecasters are calling a potentially dangerous storm expected to arrive by late Thursday, raising fears of flooding, mudslides and debris flows, particularly in the re... More »
According to a PowerPoint presentation in Thursday’s police oversight agenda on Chief Gene Harris’ 2024 year in review report, the department made significantly fewer traffic stops last year. Pasadena police in 2024 reported 6,605 stops per the Racial and Iden... More »
The City of Pasadena has launched a recruitment campaign for its next General Manager of Water & Power, implementing a community-driven approach to selecting the utility’s new leader. The search process, announced by City Manager Miguel Márquez, includes publi... More »
Comedian Dave Chappelle will be honored with the NAACP President’s Award at the 56th NAACP Image Awards in Pasadena this month, organizers announced Tuesday. The President’s Award honors individuals for special achievement and distinguished public service. Pas... More »
In a move to bolster financial support for disaster victims, California state officials introduced legislation Monday that would require lenders to pay homeowners the interest earned when insurance settlements are held in escrow accounts. The measure, announce... More »
The Rose Bowl Institute’s Athletes in Schools program has joined forces with 2nd & 7’s Role Model Reading Program to expand literacy outreach and mentorship for children in need. The partnership aims to inspire young readers by connecting them with student-ath... More »
The American Red Cross will continue to run the shelter at the Convention Center, according to a statement released by the City on Thursday. The extension comes on heels of criticism by elected officials and local residents and an ongoing search by the nonprof... More »
Dia DuVernet has resigned as President and Chief Executive Officer of Pasadena Humane after a five-year tenure marked by significant program expansion and emergency response initiatives. The organization made significant strides in advancing its mission, expan... More »
On Friday, February 7, 2025, the Pasadena Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence (DUI)/Driver’s License Checkpoint at an undisclosed location within Pasadena city limits. DUI/Driver’s License checkpoint locations are determined based on d... More »
When evacuation alerts sounded due to the rapidly spreading wildfire in Eaton Canyon, local residents fled their homes, seeking safe haven. Understandably, in the heat—literally—of the moment, many of life’s daily essentials were left behind, only to be sorely... More »
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has officially begun Phase 2 of wildfire debris removal in Los Angeles County, marking a critical step in the region’s recovery efforts. The first sites to undergo clearing are two schools in the Pasadena Unified School Distric... More »
