Monday, June 29, 2015 | 1:34 pm
Again. Again and again, we face the tragedy of violence and the agony of racism in our national life. Charleston, an iconic American city, is the latest place of horror where racial hatred has spilled blood and ended precious life. The evil stench and destruct... More »
Friday, June 26, 2015 | 2:36 pm
Pasadena City Councilmember Victor Gordo last Monday attacked the proposal for an Independent Police Auditor (“IPA”) by claiming that Los Angeles Police Department officers are now afraid to do their job because LA’s Inspector General — the LA equivalent to an... More »
Monday, June 15, 2015 | 5:33 am
Like most technological advances, body cameras on police officers are a development that can be used for good or bad purposes. For example, the public good is served if bodycams protect officers against inaccurate accusations and document officer misconduct. B... More »
Wednesday, May 27, 2015 | 1:03 pm
A quick search for John Muir High School on the websites of local news outlets reveals a number of articles. Most are about football; many are related to teacher/coach/principal scandals; a few highlight Manuel Rustin, a 2012 Milken Educator Award winner; and ... More »
Sunday, May 10, 2015 | 3:26 pm
Monday, May 4 at City Council was a most interesting event during public comment. The CICOPP advocacy group and individuals articulated the need for community oversight of the Police Department and that its time was overdue. It was mentioned that three staff m... More »
Friday, May 1, 2015 | 9:10 am
Neighbors & Friends: I want to take this moment to say THANK YOU on behalf of my family and I for your contributions of time, money, prayers, and well wishes in my campaign for Mayor of the City of Pasadena. I am sure some of you join me in my profound disappo... More »
Wednesday, April 8, 2015 | 11:43 am
The future direction of the City of Pasadena is at a critical and pivotal junction. The runoff election will determine or undermine our continued pathway to success as a World Class city. With critical issues such as increased crime, city pension funding, fina... More »
Wednesday, April 8, 2015 | 11:43 am
No evidence has been presented to prove that Tyron Hampton had anything to do with damaging or removing the two dozen campaign signs that his city council election rival, Calvin Wells, had to replace the other weekend. Nor is there any evidence that Hampton ha... More »
Tuesday, March 24, 2015 | 2:05 pm
Councilman Steve Madison, recently re-elected to his fifth term as Councilman representing District 6 of the City of Pasadena, has added his name to the growing list of local leaders and organizations endorsing Jacque Robinson for Mayor. Madison says, “The upc... More »
Monday, March 16, 2015 | 12:47 pm
On behalf of the members of the Pasadena Police Officers Association, our Board of Directors is proud to announce that we have voted to endorse Jacque Robinson for Mayor of Pasadena. For question or additional information contact the Pasadena Police Officers A... More »
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 | 12:36 pm
[Editor’s Note: Pasadena Now does not endorse any political candidates, but is open to all candidates, and residents, as a platform for them to express their opinions and concerns without censorship or editing.] I’ve had the opportunity throughout this campa... More »
Wednesday, March 4, 2015 | 11:21 am
Did You Know (The political process) Election time is here and we are looking at a changing of the guard in Pasadena. We will have a new Mayor and a new representative for District 1. With numerous forums candidate’s constant response was: when will I have t... More »