Yearly Archives: 2025

Ninety Minutes Later Explores the Fatal Police Shooting of Actress Vanessa Marquez, Now Available...

The powerful and award-winning documentary Ninety Minutes Later is now streaming on multiple platforms, shedding new light on the 2018 police shooting of actress...
Photo: City of South Pasadena | The South Pasadenan | South Pasadena City Council to Hold Public Hearing on Zoning Amendments for Housing Development

South Pasadena City Council to Hold Public Hearing on Zoning Amendments for Housing Development

The City of South Pasadena will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers to...
PHOTO: South Pasadena News | Public Comment Before the "Closed Session City Council Meeting" September 4, 2024. SPPF Museum Renewed Lease, or Evict. The eviction notice was delivered about six weeks prior to this meeting, which may not have occurred at all without the prompt attention from an expert City Staff Director.

South Pasadena City Council to Address Housing, Public Safety, and Community Projects on July...

The South Pasadena City Council is set to convene on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, for a series of meetings that will address critical issues...
Photo: City of South Pasadena | The South Pasadenan | South Pasadena Welcomes Nick Kimball as Assistant City Manager and Chief Financial Officer

New Assistant City Manager | Chief Financial Officer Nick Kimball Welcomed by Staff &...

The City of South Pasadena is pleased to announce the newest addition to its leadership team: Nick Kimball, who joins as Assistant City Manager...
Photo: SPPL | The South Pasadenan | Sunshine Storyteller Ina Buckner-Barnette to Perform at South Pasadena Public Library

South Pasadena Library | Sunshine Storyteller Ina Buckner-Barnette to Perform

Emmy-winning storyteller Ina Buckner-Barnette, known as the “Sunshine Storyteller,” will take center stage at the South Pasadena Public Library on Tuesday, July 16 at...
Photos by Scot Lam | The South Pasadenan | Dawn Tull, who taught for 39 years, including 25 in the South Pasadena Unified School District, concluded her teaching career as current and former students came out to honor her during a recent celebration at Monterey Elementary School. Among those in the crowd were her daughter Frannie and son Henry

Dawn Tull Will Be Missed | 39 Years of Teaching Our Best & Brightest

A proud and well earned retirement after 39 years of teaching, including 25 in room 10 at Monterey Hills Elementary School in South Pasadena,...
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Japanese Designers Take the Spotlight at Hotbox Vintage

Hotbox Vintage is circling back to its roots with a curated collection that celebrates three of Japan's distinct fashion designers: mercibeaucoup, Yoshie Inaba, and...
PHOTO: Metro | The South Pasadenan | Board of Directors Chair Fernando Dutra

METRO ‘State of the Agency’ | Accomplishments & Priorities 2024–25

The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) will host its annual “State of the Agency” address this Wednesday at Union Station, celebrating key...
PHOTO: Hodis Learning & Music | The South Pasadenan | Art Development Portfolio Tips

Art Portfolio Development Tips for Students

Creating an art portfolio can feel intimidating, but it’s one of the most rewarding parts of an artist’s journey! Whether you’re applying to art...

Weekly Crime Report | July 1 – 7, 2025 – South Pasadena Police Dept....

Provided by The South Pasadena Police Department July 1 - 7, 2025 (Hundred block given in place of exact address) The Weekly Crime Summary is a list...
PHOTO: CBSNews | Search and rescue personnel look for missing people along the Guadalupe River on July 7, 2025 in Hunt, Texas.

L.A. County Fire Department Deploys Canine Teams to Texas Following Devastating Floods

In response to catastrophic flooding in central Texas, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has activated Los Angeles County Fire Department...
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Traffic Stop Reveals Loaded Firearm | Convicted Felon Arrested in South Pasadena

On July 2, 2025, South Pasadena Police arrested 36-year-old Jared Wilson of Los Angeles for multiple firearm-related offenses after a late-night traffic stop revealed...
PHOTO: SPPL | The South Pasadenan | Bubblemania

Bubblemania Brings Science and Spectacle to South Pasadena Library’s Wonderful Wednesday

The South Pasadena Public Library continues its Wonderful Wednesday series with a can’t-miss performance of Bubblemania on Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 6:00 p.m....
PHOTO: Hodis Learning & Music | The South Pasadenan | Musical Milestones

Hodis Learning & Music | Musical Milestones: Celebrating Progress

Learning music is a journey filled with highs, lows, and everything in between. Oftentimes, aspiring musicians focus on perfection: hitting every note just right...
Screenshot TV NEWS INTERVIEW WITH KAREN BASS | Photo Essay: Los Angeles City Government is a Sanctimonious Death Cult Led by a Sociopath

Editorial: Photo Essay ‘Los Angeles City Government is a Sanctimonious Death Cult Led by...

BY CHRIS BRAY | “Tell Me How This Ends” | on substack I walked and drove around MacArthur Park, late last night and then again this...
PHOTO: Esteban Lopez | South Pasadenan News | 4th of July Parade 2025 'Festival of Balloons' “Unity in Community: One Nation, One Neighborhood”

4th of July Parade South Pasadena | Heads high, Feet steady, & Hearts Committed...

Special Dispatch – The South Pasadenan NewsJuly 4, 2025 – SOUTH PASADENA, CALIF. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ With flags flying and the sun shining over Mission Street, the proud...
PHOTO: CBP | The South Pasadenan | 128 Pounds of Fentanyl Seized by San Diego Border Patrol

128 Pounds of Fentanyl Seized by San Diego Border Patrol in Major Smuggling Interception

PINE VALLEY, CA – July 3, 2025 – U.S. Border Patrol agents from the San Diego Sector’s Campo Station intercepted a significant narcotics smuggling...
PHOTO: City of South Pasadena | The South Pasadenan | South Pasadena's Festival of Balloons Returns July 4, Celebrating "Unity in Community"

South Pasadena July 2025 Community Events and Services Guide

4th of July Festival of Balloons: Unity in Community Celebrate Independence Day at the beloved Festival of Balloons in South Pasadena. This year’s theme, Unity...
PHOTO: YSTA | The South Pasadenan | YSTA’s Matilda Jr. Delights South Pasadena Audiences; Mary Poppins Jr. Almost Sold Out, Newsies Jr. Set for Fall

South Pasadena’s Young Stars Theatre Academy Wraps Matilda Jr., Prepares for Mary Poppins Jr....

Young Stars Theatre Academy (YSTA) is capping off its summer with a triumphant close to Matilda Jr. Sessions 1 and 2, which finish this...
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Suspect Arrested for ‘Negligent Discharge of a Firearm’ Inside South Pasadena Home

A 33-year-old South Pasadena woman was arrested for negligent discharge of a firearm inside a dwelling after local authorities responded to a hospital report...

Fireworks Win Out in South Pasadena – No on Drone Shows This Year

As the City of South Pasadena prepares for America’s 249th birthday on Friday, a longtime tradition remains intact as the nighttime skies will be...
PHOTO: USPS | The South Pasadenan | USPS Celebrates 250 Years of Service With Commemorative Stamps and Booklet

USPS Celebrates 250 Years of Service With Commemorative Stamps and Booklet

The United States Postal Service (USPS) will commemorate 250 years of continuous service with the release of special Forever stamps and a new prestige...

There’s a New Bill That Could Have Grave Consequences for Our City

The California State Legislature is currently considering Senate Bill 79 (SB 79), a proposal that could significantly alter zoning laws around transit hubs across...
PHOTO: Boston Court Pasadena | The South Pasadena | Unusual Suspects Youth Theatre Conservatory Launches at Boston Court Pasadena This Fall

Unusual Suspects Youth Theatre Conservatory Launches at Boston Court Pasadena This Fall

This fall, the Unusual Suspects Theatre Company and Boston Court Pasadena are launching an exciting new opportunity for high school students across the Greater...
PHOTO: Summer of Angels | The South Pasadenan | Summer of Angels Chamber Music Festival Returns to The Huntington

Summer of Angels Chamber Music Festival Set for July 10–13 at The Huntington

The New Hollywood String Quartet (NHSQ) returns with its acclaimed Summer of Angels Chamber Music Festival, held from July 10–13, 2025, at Rothenberg Hall...
Photo credit: Courtesy of Artist | The South Pasadenan | Jagan Ramamoorthy to Perform at Sierra Madre Playhouse on August 3

Jagan Ramamoorthy to Perform at Sierra Madre Playhouse on August 3

The Sierra Madre Playhouse presents a captivating evening of music with Jagan Ramamoorthy, an award-winning violinist, vocalist, and composer, on Sunday, August 3, 2025,...
Wine & Song | Wed. Jul 2 - Rob Laufer; Christina Apostolopoulos

Wine & Song Bids Farewell to The Daily on July 2

After nearly a year of memorable performances, the Wednesday Wine & Song series will host its final show at The Daily in South Pasadena...
PHOTO: Hodis Learning & Music | The South Pasadenan | Homeschooling

Hodis Learning & Music | Is Homeschooling Right for Your Family?

As more families explore personalized education options, homeschooling has become an increasingly popular choice. But is it the right fit for your family? Like...
PHOTO: California Science Theater | The South Pasadenan | No More Homework—Just Hands-On Science This Summer at California Science Center

No More Homework—Just Hands-On Science This Summer at California Science Center

If you're searching for fun, educational, and budget-friendly ways to spend summer in Los Angeles, look no further than the California Science Center. With...
PHOTO: Geffen Playhouse | The South Pasadenan | The Reservoir

First Look: The Reservoir World Premiere at Geffen Playhouse

The Geffen Playhouse proudly presents the world premiere of The Reservoir, a deeply personal and riotously funny new play written by Jake Brasch and...
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