PHOTO: Bill Glazier | The South Pasadenan | City Councilmember Michael Cacciotti took his the message of South Pasadena becoming the first law enforcement agency in America to go all-electric with its police vehicle fleet to the National League of Cities Centennial City Summit in Tampa, Florida. Cacciotti also serves as the vice chair of the South Coast Air Quality Management District.

Electric Police Cars Pushed Across America

Michael Cacciotti is in Tampa, Florida this week talking cars, specifically the electrical models that in an historical first now patrol South Pasadena streets...
PHOTO: Dan Rider | The South Pasadenan | It took South Pasadena High nearly 50 years to celebrate its first outright Rio Hondo League football championship Friday night, as the Tigers turned away La Cañada 28-10 on the road.

CIF Football Finals South Pasadena | The Tigers Set for Quarterfinal Football Playoff Away...

From here it only gets tougher as South Pasadena High looks for a quarterfinal victory Friday night when it travels to play Valley View...
PHOTO: Teolindo | South Pasadenan News | Gemma Pedersen, Adam Kaokept, Nina Kasuya, Kit DeZolt, Gedde Watanabe, Kerry K. Carnahan, Kavin Panmeechao, and Scott Keiji Takeda in Pacific Overtures at East West Players.

Pacific Overtures Bears Witness to History

UPDATE: Now extended through December 8 East West Players opened it’s third production of Stephen Sondheim’s “Pacific Overtures”, directed by Tim Dang, on Sunday and...
PHOTO: Emiko Esmiller | South Pasadenan News | The cast of Midsummer Night's Dream at South Pasadena High School.

An Enchanting Midsummer Night’s Dream Awaits You

“It's been around for 500 years for a reason,” says director Nick Hoffa about Shakespeare’s Midsummer Night’s Dream. “The plot is incredibly intricate and...
CIF-Southern Section Playoffs: The Tigers win, beating Jurupa Valley of San Bernardino County 35-28 in first round CIF-Southern Section Division 10 football action at home Friday night. Round two is coming up next week as South Pasadena sets its sights on a CIF title.

WIN – CIF Playoffs Game 1: South Pasadena Tigers Football Outmatches Patriot High...

Step one of four in its quest to reach its ultimate goal was made by South Pasadena High Friday night. Showing why it was the...
PHOTO: Omari Ferguson (LFT) and Sheila Rossi (RT) with Omari's family (middle) during the 2024 City Council Election Campaign.

Elections South Pasadena | Fresh Leadership For City Council: Omari Ferguson & Sheila Rossi...

Next month, the South Pasadena City Council will swear in two new council members—the winners of this weeks elections. Both Sheila Rossi and Omari...
PHOTO: Steven Lawrence | The South Pasadenan News | Fatality accident: person hit by car on Marmion Way Thursday night.

Fatality Accident Thursday Night | Woman Struck by Car on Marmion Way

According to authorities, a fatal pedestrian accident occurred on Marmion Way on the Los Angeles side of the South Pasadena/Los Angeles border at approximately...

A Wild, Romantic, Fun-Filled Dream! Midsummer Comes to SPHS November 8-17

It is one of the most famous and adored plays in history - one that has inspired three operas, four musicals, at least eight...
PHOTO: USMC Cpl. Kyle Chan. HMLA-367 supports helicopter rope suspension training.

Marine Corps Birthday 2024 | Celebrating 249 Years of Honor, Valor, & Enduring Strength

On November 10, 2024, the United States Marine Corps celebrates its 249th birthday—a day that resonates not just with the few who have earned...
PHOTO: Bill Glazier | South Pasadenan News | Patriot High School in Jurupa Valley will take on South Pasadena Friday night in a first round CIF football game. The Tigers are coming off a 28-10 victory over La Cañada last Friday to win their first Rio Hondo League championship in five decades.

SPHS FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS | South Pasadena Tigers Face Patriot High School Friday Nov 8

South Pasadena High, coming off a 28-10 victory over La Cañada to claim its first Rio Hondo League football championship in nearly 50 years,...
Caltrans homes South Pasadena

CalTrans Homes South Pasadena Report: Historic – First Batch of Home Purchase Offers on...

In a major historical milestone, the South Pasadena City Council during a closed session  Wednesday night is set to consider offers for five historic...
PHOTO: Omari Ferguson South Pasadena District 1 candidate: | Currently, he serves as the Chair of the South Pasadena Public Works Commission, demonstrating his commitment to civic engagement and community development - and most of all: results.

Omari Ferguson Asks For Your Vote | South Pasadena City Council Candidate Dist. 1

Omari Ferguson, a dedicated community advocate and experienced engineer, is running for the District 1 seat on the South Pasadena City Council in the...

Evelyn Zneimer: A Committed Leader with a Vision for South Pasadena’s Future

As the current Mayor and District 1 Councilmember, Evelyn Zneimer stands as a dedicated and seasoned advocate for the South Pasadena community. With a...
PHOTO: J.Ruiz | The South Pasadenan | It took South Pasadena High nearly 50 years to celebrate its first outright Rio Hondo League football championship Friday night, as the Tigers turned away La Cañada 28-10 on the road.

FOOTBALL SOUTH PASADENA | WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS: SPHS TIGERS WIN RIO HONDO LEAGUE...

At long last, history has been made, glory restored, the Tigers have finally won it all! Forty-eight years had passed since the last time South...
Earthquake South Pasadena Update

EARTHQUAKE TODAY | Magnitude 2.9 Shakes South Pasadena

Southern California Earthquake Data Center reports the quake occurred about 4pm Thursday October 31, adjacent to the South Pasadena border in the Elephant Hills...
PHOTO CREDIT: © LA DODGERS | MLB WORLD SERIES PRESS RELEASE | LA Dodgers 2024 World Series Champions

LA DODGERS WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS | Game 5 Comeback First Time Ever

“Oh my World Series Champions!” exclaimed Dodger Manager Dave Roberts. In dramatic comeback fashion, the Dodgers won it for the eighth time in club history,...

Football Title on the Line | SPHS Football Will Be Tested

One win away. That’s where South Pasadena High finds itself, on the doorstep of its first outright Rio Hondo League football championship since 1976. A season...
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Shelia Rossi Makes a Big Splash in the City Council Race: Know Why She’s...

With the upcoming election for South Pasadena City Council on November 5, 2024, local resident and long-time community leader Sheila Rossi has made a...
PHOTO: 'Hodis Learning' staff tutors bring some popular creative magic to this year's 'Spooktacular' hosted by the City of South Pasadena at Orange Grove Park, Friday October 25, 2024.

Spooktacular South Pasadena! Hodis Learning & Music Tutoring Adds Extra Magic to Halloween...

The annual Halloween Spooktacular event hosted by the South Pasadena Community Services Department brought a delightful evening of costumes, candy, and community spirit to...
PHOTO Matt Beard | The South Pasadenan | The cast of Cirque du Soleil's KOOZA

KOOZA! Cirque du Soleil Makes Triumphant Return to Santa Monica Pier

The roar from the crowd was thunderous as Cirque du Soleil’s KOOZA premiered at Santa Monica Pier Thursday night. The audience was filled with...

FABULOUS! THE REVIEWS ARE IN: THE REBECCA CREWS FASHION LINE DELIVERS

Gala-goers and fashion insiders gathered on October 11th to celebrate the launch of the REBECCA CREWS flagship boutique, nestled stylishly within Bokaos Salon at...
Measure SP South Pasadena. Yes on SP. No on SP

Op-Ed: NO on Measure SP – Keep Your Right to Vote on Development in...

This is a call to action in response to a crucial situation many may not fully see yet. South Pasadena voters are being led...

Adult Softball League | D.U.D.E.S. Make It Happen

Hi Dudes Baseball/Softball Fans, Are you ready to play some coed softball? We are very excited to introduce The South Pasadena Dudes Softball League! Details: Regular Season: November 17th,...

Mental Health Week | South Pasadena Middle School

  Join us this week during lunch in the SPMS Quad for a variety of activities selected to encourage mental health awareness and provide real...

Join Charley Lu for “Coffee with Charley” – South Pasadena City Council Candidate Hosts...

Come meet South Pasadena City Council candidate Charley Lu for a casual conversation over coffee at Heirloom Bakery (807 Meridian Ave.) on Friday October...
PHOTO: Provided by Mark Langill/Los Angeles Dodgers | Fernando Valenzuela’s uniform number 34 was retired by the Dodgers in 2023

LA Dodgers Royalty Fernando Valenzuela Remembered by Historian Mark Langill

Fernando Valenzuela’s impact went far beyond Southern California and his native Mexico. The former National League Cy Young Award winner, a rookie of the year...
PHOTO: Dan Rider | The South Pasadenan News | SPHS/South Pasadena Football Homecoming Win over La Canada Oct. 20, 2023.

FOOTBALL | SPHS Tigers Two Wins Away from Football Title

Two wins and they’re in is the message this week from South Pasadena High football coach Jeff Chi as his team looks to claim...
PHOTO: provided by Troop 7 | The South Pasadenan | Troop 7 fundraising by selling holiday greenery in South Pasadena.

Holiday Greenery Sales Support local Boy Scouts

The Boy Scout greenery sale has been a tradition in South Pasadena for over 70 years. Last year Troop 342 invited Troop 7 to...

Pedestrian Safety Starts with You | Stay Alert to Protect People Walking

Pedestrian Safety Starts with You: Stay Alert to Protect People Walking October is National Pedestrian Safety Month City of South Pasadena: October is National Pedestrian Safety Month....

City of South Pasadena | Be Safe This Halloween

Be Safe, Not Spooky This Halloween: Drivers Be Alert for Little Ghosts and Goblins on the Go South Pasadena (Calif.) – As Halloween approaches, ghosts and...
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