Southern California cities including Los Angeles and Pasadena have stopped enforcing requirements that landlords pay relocation assistance to tenants facing large rent hikes. Recent court decisions determined these mandates are illegal, leading both cities to remove related guidance from their official websites after legal challenges from landlord advocacy groups. Court Rulings Nullify Rent-Hike Relocation Mandates … Read more
The South Pasadena Educational Foundation (SPEF) expects to provide more than $1 million in support to the South Pasadena Unified School District, marking a milestone for the nonprofit. SPEF President Rob Clyde said the achievement reflects decades of community investment in local public education. How does SPEF fund local schools? The foundation generates revenue through … Read more
Pasadena city officials announced Friday that a fireworks task force will increase enforcement efforts during the Fourth of July holiday. The city maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding the possession, sale, or discharge of all fireworks, including those categorized as “safe and sane.” Officials cited a national estimate of 30,000 fires and 10,000 injuries annually as … Read more
Families In Schools launched its Read LA! Bookmobile on Monday, a new mobile literacy hub designed to provide free books and bilingual Storytimes to children across Los Angeles County. The nonprofit organization debuted the vehicle at a kickoff event at Madison Elementary School in Pasadena, marking the latest expansion of a literacy campaign that began … Read more
A Texas woman was sentenced Wednesday in Los Angeles to 21 months in federal prison for orchestrating schemes to defraud government agencies of more than $82,000. Joyce Turner, 57, of Rosharon, Texas, pleaded guilty to mail fraud and fraud in connection with major disaster benefits after falsely claiming residency in a Pasadena property damaged by … Read more
Singer-songwriters Jessica Gerhardt and Christina Apostolopoulos will perform at the Wine & Song music series on Wednesday, June 17, at The Hive in South Pasadena. The event, hosted by Brad Colerick, features original music starting at 7 p.m. at 1118 Mission St., with doors opening to the public at 6 p.m. Who are the featured … Read more
The Dissolving Boundary: The Rise of Urban Wildlife Encroachment For decades, the line between the rugged wilderness of the Angeles National Forest and the manicured lawns of cities like Pasadena was clearly defined. But lately, that line is blurring. Recent sightings of mountain lions in heavily populated residential areas—ranging from the foothills of Pasadena to … Read more
Shaolin Wisdom in the Modern Age: A Pasadena Masterclass and the Rise of Mind-Body Integration This Saturday, Pasadena Presbyterian Church will host Shi Heng Yi, a 35th-generation Shaolin master and founder of Shaolin Temple Europe, for a discussion of his book, “Shaolin Spirit: The Way to Self-Mastery.” This event isn’t just a book signing. it … Read more
Healing Through Humor: The Rise of Community-Focused Resilience Events The upcoming comedy showcase at the Pasadena Senior Center, born from the aftermath of the devastating Eaton Fire, isn’t just a night of laughs. It’s a powerful example of a growing trend: communities intentionally leveraging arts and entertainment for healing and long-term recovery after trauma. One … Read more
Pasadena High Soccer: A Sign of Rising Trends in Local Sports The Pasadena High School Boys Varsity Soccer Team’s recent 1-0 victory over Burroughs isn’t just a win for the Bulldogs; it’s a microcosm of larger trends reshaping high school athletics. A focus on defensive strength, a single-goal difference becoming increasingly common, and the importance … Read more