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South Pasadena Sheila Rossi at the press conference in South Pasadena with State Senator Sahsa Rene Perez announcing the audit legislation days before the trip up to Sacramento to testify. Caltrans-owned homes along the former 710 corridor were intended to be sold to tenants under an “Affordable Sales Program,” but residents across Pasadena, South Pasadena, and El Sereno say shifting rules, unclear pricing, and years of delays have left many unable to purchase—while concerns over maintenance, safety, and vacancies persist.

CalTrans Homes Sales South Pasadena: Mayor Sheila Rossi Heads to Sacramento for AB-2329 Hearing...

South Pasadena Mayor Sheila Rossi is traveling to Sacramento this week to testify before the Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee on AB-2329 (Fong),...
PHOTO: Office of Sen. Perez | Sen. Sasha Perez at the podium in South Pasadena announcing the audit legislation before the trip to Sacramento. The action by the Joint Legislative Audit Committee follows a coordinated push led by Pérez, who, alongside Assemblymember Mike Fong and local leaders, publicly called for the audit just days earlier after hearing extensive complaints from residents across the 710 corridor.

CALTRANS AUDIT PASSES: State Audit of 710 Homes Mismanagement Approved

SACRAMENTO / SOUTH PASADENA, Calif. EARLY BREAKING NEWS TUES 3/27/2026 — In a major turning point for the long-running 710 Freeway Fight, California lawmakers...
FILE PHOTO: senate.ca.gov | California State Senator Sasha Perez in the State Capital | Senator Pérez Represents Senate District 25 encompass Los Angeles and San Bernardino County. Cities that are found in this district include Claremont, East Pasadena, Glendale, Monterey Park, Pasadena, San Gabriel, Sierra Madre, Temple City, Rancho Cucamonga, San Antonio Heights, Uplands, and other cities in found in San Bernardino County.

Senator Pérez Audit Call – State Leaders Demand Oversight of CalTrans 710 Homes

Senator Sasha Renée Pérez (D-Pasadena), Assemblymember Mike Fong (D-Alhambra), and South Pasadena Mayor Sheila Rossi will join community leaders on Friday, March 20, 2026,...
Screencap: South Pasadena City Council Meeting November 19,2025 | Attorney Chris Sutton giving public comment

Broken Promises: CalTrans Tenants Go on the Record at City Council – Decades of...

The long-defeated CalTrans 710 Freeway Plans continue to grind-on in South Pasadena — not through pavement or freeway trenching, but through the State’s handling...
PHOTO: Kevin O'Sullivan | The South Pasadenan | Teal Titans Claim Minors Softball Championship

South Pasadena Little League | Teal Titans Claim Minors Softball Championship

Weeks of teamwork culminated in an unforgettable victory for the Teal Titans. Their championship win perfectly captured the spirit of local youth sports, bringing...
Arroyo Seco Little League Baseball Field Park | The South Pasadenan

SPLL Opening Night 2026 | Celebrating Over 70 Years of Community Baseball

On Friday, March 6, 2026, the South Pasadena Little League (SPLL) hosted its annual Opening Night celebration from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at...
PHOTO: SPHS Instagram | @southpashoops | South Pasadenan News | Rob Khollesi South Pasadena High School Varsity Basketball History Making Player. He leaves a national free-throw ranking, a state scoring mark, and a new single-game standard for the South Pasadena Tigers.

SPHS Tiger’s Basketball Record Books Updated: Rod Khollesi’s Fantastic Senior Season at South Pasadena...

Sometimes there are seasons that have a player that sets a new elevated standard. For the South Pasadena High School boys varsity basketball program, senior...

ALL CITY TRACK MEET 2026 | Register Now for April 24–25 South Pasadena Event

A cherished South Pasadena tradition since 1981, the All City Track Meet (ACTM) returns to South Pasadena High School on Friday and Saturday, April...

Throwback Thursday | Pasadena’s Historic Memorial Flagpole

Today, the 1927 War Memorial Flagpole stands at a pocket park on the northeast corner of Colorado and Orange Grove. Barely noticeable today as...

Throwback Thursday | First Passenger Air Service in America

Roy Knabenshue established the first passenger air service in America by taking guests of the Raymond Hotel in his “Knabenshue Airship” on regular flights...

Throwback Thursday | Feathers, Thrills & Spills!

Back in the day, ostriches were raised for their feathers. Not to eat. Instead, women flaunted feather plumes on their hats, boas, and hand-held...

Throwback Thursday | Oranges and Motorcycles

During the late 1800s, the scent of orange blossoms fills San Gabriel Valley – until Southern California’s first real estate boom. Shortly thereafter, original...
PHOTO: Wine and Song | The South Pasadenan | Paula Fong; Dave Tate Wednesday, July 29

Wine & Song July 29 | Summer Concert Series at The Daily Welcomes Folk...

While regular host Brad Colerick sets off on a five-week summer hiatus, long-time community mainstay David Plenn is stepping into the host role, ensuring...
Graphic: Marvel Entertainment | The South Pasadenan | Avengers Doomsday Movie Poster

El Capitan Theatre | Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Doomsday” in Infinity Vision Tickets On Sale...

Tickets are on sale now for Marvel Studios’ “Avengers: Doomsday” in Infinity Vision at the El Capitan Theatre! Guests can take a picture at...
Graphic: City of South Pasadena | The South Pasadenan | 2026 Concerts in the Park

South Pasadena Garfield Park | Sangria Brings Vibrant Latin Rhythms to Free Summer Concert...

The City of South Pasadena invites is proud to announce the return of its summer event series at Garfield Park, featuring a full season...
Screencap: City Council Meeting | The South Pasadenan | July 15, 2026 Meeting

South Pasadena City Council to Consider Delaying SB 79 Implementation for Historic & Downtown...

On Thursday, July 30, 2026, the South Pasadena City Council will hold an adjourned regular meeting to review proposed ordinances that could temporarily shield...

Breaking Hollywood: Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger – State Lawsuit Getting it Wrong, for the Wrong...

On Monday, July 20, a federal judge in Oakland stopped the largest merger in Hollywood history. U.S. District Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin granted a temporary...

SB 79 Community Meetings: Help South Pasadena Plan for New State Transit Housing Laws

Media Release The City of South Pasadena is hosting two community meetings to provide information about Senate Bill (SB) 79, discuss the City's obligations under...
PHOTO: California gubernatorial Candidate Steve Hilton campaign website image from previous Townhall meeting.

Cal. Gov. Candidate Steve Hilton Brings ‘Califordable’ Town Hall to South Pasadena

The Republican Running for Governor Will Take Audience Questions at 3 p.m. at a Fair Oaks Avenue Building With a Storied Place in California...
GRAPHIC: City of South Pasadena eighty million dollars streets repair bond plan. A plain-language guide to what the bond would fund, what it would cost you, the order the streets get fixed, and what's still unanswered — drawn from the city's answers and an interview with its finance chief

$80 Million Streets Bond Explained: What It Would Fund, What It Would Cost &...

The South Pasadena City Council will decide Wednesday night whether to ask voters for $80 million to rebuild the city's deteriorating streets and aging...

Schools | South Pasadena District

100+ Students Demonstrated Trade Skills & Networked with Employers at Pasadena City College

Over 100 high school students from the Pasadena area demonstrated new skills in construction readiness, industrial fabrication, welding, and building inspection at a student...
South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD)

SPUSD Board Meeting | Approving the 2026-2027 Budget & Enhancing Campus Safety Coming Up

Beyond the numbers of a new district budget, the upcoming school board meeting touches the very heart of our community. From funding vital student...

SPUSD June Board of Education Meeting | Budget Decisions & Smartphone Limits

As students look toward the summer break, district leaders are charting the future of our local classrooms. The upcoming board meeting will tackle crucial...
PHOTO: South Pasadena News | Mac Shropshire | Graduated seniors throw their caps in the air to signify the end of their high school journey.

GRADUATION SPHS 2026 | Congratulations to Our Outstanding Students & Community

There is a certain powerful-vibe of excitement that settles over South Pasadena in the first week of June every year. On Wednesday, June 3,...

Churches | South Pasadena News & Events

PHOOT: http://www.lakeave.org/ | The South Pasadenan | Philip Yancey to Speak at Pasadena Memorial Marking Eaton and Palisades Fire Anniversary

Eaton & Palisades Fire Anniversary: ‘SONGS OF REMEMBRANCE’ Pasadena Memorial Event

Senior Pastor Ger Jones, lead pastor of Vintage Church Los Angeles, will speak at Lake Avenue Church, Pasadena, on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at...
PHOTO: BG-RRT | The South Pasadenan | Billy Graham Rapid Response Team

Crisis Training in Pasadena | Billy Graham Rapid Response Team to Hold Special Program

Media Release | Billy Graham Rapid Response Team From personal tragedies like disease, death, and financial difficulties to catastrophes on a massive scale, such as...
PHOTO: Henk Friezer | The South Pasadenan | Two local landmarks are in the process of getting extensive makeovers

Holy Family Church Renovations Near Completion: Parish Prepares for Thanksgiving Celebration & Worship

After months of scaffolding, hard hats, and temporary worship in Connolly Parish Hall, parishioners at Holy Family Church are beginning to glimpse the finish...
PHOTO: Ever After Events & Bailey’s Place Open Door Foundation | The South Pasadenan | Together We Rebuild: Eaton Fire Recovery

‘Together We Rebuild’: Eaton Fire Recovery | Resource Event to be Held in Pasadena

Individuals and families impacted by the Eaton Fire are invited to attend the Eaton Fire Recovery Resource Event on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from...
PHOTO: City of South Pasadena | Memorial Day 2026. Left to Right: SPPD Officer Shannon Robledo, City Councilmember Jon Primuth, Mayor Sheila Rossi, City Councilmember Janet Braun, City Councilmember Michael Cacciotti, SPPD Chief Derek Elmore.

Memorial Day Ceremony South Pasadena | Reading, and honoring, the Names of All It’s...

For decades, the city's Memorial Day ceremony has followed a familiar and fitting rhythm: the colors posted, the anthem sung, a keynote, a moment...

Throwback Thursday | Pasadena’s Historic Memorial Flagpole

Today, the 1927 War Memorial Flagpole stands at a pocket park on the northeast corner of Colorado and Orange Grove. Barely noticeable today as...
Graphic: The South Pasadenan | Data Centers build rate and scale is growing beyond the electrical capacity of the entire country - are we next?

The Data Center Gold Rush Hits the San Gabriel Valley — The Concern is...

First — What Is a "Data Center," Anyway? Quick plain-English explainer, because this conversation falls apart if half the room isn't sure what we're talking...
Sacramento says SB 79 will deliver affordable housing. The math says it won't — not here. South Pasadena has a narrow window to push back through the only legal channels the bill left open, and the public is sleepwalking toward the deadline.

Trouble Ahead: SB 79 Comes for South Pasadena – What the New Statewide ‘Transit...

The 'Abundant and Affordable Homes Near Transit Act' (SB 79) takes effect July 1, 2026. Here is the picture for South Pasadena, Pasadena, and...
PHOTO: Steven Lawrence | The South Pasadenan News | South Pasadena Police Department (SPPD) Tesla Patrol Car

Police Patrol Leads to Arrest of Wanted Altadena Suspect | South Pasadena Pursuit

On Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at about 1:50 am, a South Pasadena Police Officer was in the area of Newtonia Street and Maycrest Avenue...
FILE PHOTO: Steven Lawrence | The South Pasadenan News | Structure Fire at Arroyo Park on Marmion Way 1:30pm Sunday. South Pasadena Fire, Los Angeles Fire Departments on scene.

Police Use-of-Force Review | Suspect Arrest at Monterey Road & Fair Oaks Avenue

On Sunday, July 19, 2026, at approximately 9:00 a.m., South Pasadena police officers responded to a trespassing call at a business located at Monterey...
PHOTO: Esteban Lopez | The South Pasadenan | South Pasadena Fire Department

Multi-Structure Fire in South Pasadena Causes Major Outages, No Injuries Reported

At approximately 2:40 p.m. on Saturday, July 25, 2026, the City of South Pasadena Fire Department, with assistance from Pasadena, Alhambra, and San Marino...
PHOTO: SPPD | The South Pasadenan | Tesla Police Car

Speeding Catches Up With You: South Pasadena PD Urges Drivers to “Slow the Fast...

Media Release This July and beyond, the South Pasadena Police Department encourages drivers to follow the speed limit and “slow the fast down.” During the month...
PHOTO: LAFD | The EPA and LA County Health HazMat are currently on scene monitoring the perimeter of the building fire for air toxics.

AIR QUALITY ADVISORY: UPDATED – Smoke From Massive Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire Warning

Latest Update: Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 11:30 a.m. Nearly a week after it began, the Boyle Heights warehouse fire appears to be nearing its end,...

LA AREA EMERGENCY Declared as Boyle Heights Warehouse Fire Burns Into a Fourth Day;...

Fire Situation Updated 10:30 p.m., Saturday, June 20, 2026 The warehouse fire that has been pushing smoke across South Pasadena, San Marino, Highland Park and...
Graphic: The South Pasadenan | Data Centers build rate and scale is growing beyond the electrical capacity of the entire country - are we next?

The Data Center Gold Rush Hits the San Gabriel Valley — The Concern is...

First — What Is a "Data Center," Anyway? Quick plain-English explainer, because this conversation falls apart if half the room isn't sure what we're talking...
PHOTO: Chris Bray | The South Pasadenan | Keys on the Counter - Point Reyes

“Keys on the Counter” by Chris Bray

The sign on the gate doesn’t say what you’ll find behind it, but it also doesn’t say to stay out. It isn’t locked anymore. If...