As an almost 30-year member and advocate for our beloved communities of Pasadena and Altadena, I write these words with a heavy heart. The recent disaster has left extraordinary devastation in its wake—homes, institutions, and cherished memories reduced to ash... More »
In the wake of the devastating Eaton Fire that has left tens of thousands of Pasadena area residents displaced and over 7,000 structures damaged or destroyed, one might expect all segments of our community to work together toward solutions. Instead, those of u... More »
Dear First District Neighbors & Friends: As Martin Luther King Jr. Day approaches, I find myself reflecting on the immense love that this remarkable man embodied. His dedication to understanding diverse perspectives was profound; he never hastily formed judgme... More »
This year’s observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day falls on Monday, nearly two weeks after one of the worst disasters in the history of Los Angeles County, and my beloved home of Pasadena, where I live, have raised my family, and where I serve as preside... More »
There is no need to rehash what has happened. Truth to tell, I’m tired of seeing videos of Altadena in ruins. It’s time to talk about what happens next. The Altadena Strong movement has started, as local residents begin the long process of rebuilding a communi... More »
Over the past two weeks we have seen beautiful examples of neighbors and local organizations acting and organizing to assist and support the victims of the Eaton Fire. Sadly, we have also seen the exact opposite. Over 1,300 cases of price gouging have been doc... More »
I live in Pasadena but thankfully wasn’t in an evacuation zone. However, since last week I’ve been getting requests to rent or even buy my house, from both friends and strangers. People are desperate for housing. Even those whose homes are still standing can’t... More »
The City’s Water and Power Department (PWP) could temporarily pause and adjust utility billing processes for customers affected by the wind and fire disaster, based on a City staff report. At a special meeting on Friday, in response to the devastating Eaton wi... More »
To Our Beloved Southern California Community, As the winds settle and the fires subside in Altadena and Pacific Palisades, we find ourselves reflecting on the deep impact this disaster has had on all of us. For those of us who grew up in this city, these stree... More »
When I woke up on Jan. 7 to get the day’s edition of Pasadena Now out I had everything. One day later, all I had was one pair of shoes, one pair of socks, one pair of pants, one shirt and one pair of underwear. I didn’t even own a toothbrush. I lost my home i... More »
Dear Neighbors and Friends: Strong winds have begun and will continue through Wednesday, January 8. Winds are expected to range from 30–50 mph, with widespread gusts of 60–80 mph and isolated gusts up to 100 mph. Combined with dry conditions, these winds incre... More »
A little-known but critical election will be held this February. Most Californians have never heard of the Assembly Delegate Election Meeting (ADEM). Elected delegates in each California State Assembly district often win by only a few hundred votes! Every two ... More »
