With just days left before the election, Measure PL has garnered support from a diverse array of community leaders, local educators, authors, and passionate residents, all united in their belief that passing Measure PL is vital to Pasadena’s future. These endo... More »
In the 1950s our family would have identified as being Mexican American and Catholic. My grandparents were from Mexico. We were proud of our roots and proud of where we lived. We lived in a tiny house, but in a bedroom corner my mom had a tiny shrine with arti... More »
As a Pasadena Unified School District Trustee, I humbly ask for your vote YES on Measure R and Measure EE to prioritize our public schools this November 2024. Investing in today’s children means many generations return on our investment. This month we witnesse... More »
Public education nationwide has suffered from underfunding for decades, often due to policies that, whether intentional or not, have deprived students of the resources they need. This defunding impacts not just education—it affects the health of our democracy.... More »
With the upcoming election on the horizon for leadership within the Pasadena Branch of the NAACP, I am honored to announce my candidacy for branch president. My name is Ronald Matthews, and for more than 30 years, I have dedicated myself to serving this commun... More »
Dear Editor, I am writing to raise awareness and celebrate the amazing work that is being done by the One Arroyo Foundation in the Upper and Lower Arroyo in Pasadena. One Arroyo’s mission is to preserve, restore and celebrate the Arroyo Seco. The trail work is... More »
At Collaborate PASadena, we are dedicated to eliminating disparities in outcomes for children by partnering with the community and advocating for equity. As we look to the November ballot, we face choices that will significantly impact the future of education ... More »
As the Pasadena Unified School District enters a challenging era marked by fiscal constraints and declining enrollment… there’s a bright light shining on the horizon, illuminating the path of our public schools in new and innovative ways. PUSD is embarking on ... More »
Every great civilization, society and city has had or still has a great library. Our city which we love was founded first with a library. This center of our city is now in need of our help. The Central Library will remain closed until it can be seismically ret... More »
As California voters, we are often asked to weigh in on legislation that shapes the future of our communities. Proposition 36, which allows felony charges and increases sentences for certain drug and theft crimes, claims to protect public safety. However, bene... More »
As we approach another critical election season, it is vital for our community to reflect on the principles that ensure fair representation and justice for all. In Pasadena, a city with a rich history of civil rights activism and community involvement, the imp... More »
There is a lot at stake on Nov. 5. From the White House to Measure PL which would fix the local library, local residents have a lot of choices to make. Yes I get it, a lot of us are tired, and for good reason. There used to be an election season that worked so... More »
