Is South Pasadena Ready to Become Pasadena? | It Starts with Building Height Limits...
By Joanne Nuckols
Two years ago and in recent months, the issue of South Pasadena's 45' height limit is being discussed and the possibility of...
Back to School Safety Tips | South Pasadena Police Department
As students head back to the classroom, the South Pasadena Police Department reminds parents and residents to follow the speed limit and be extra...
Welcome New SPUSD Educators | SPUSD Snapshot
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On Tuesday, August 9, 2022, South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) welcomed 25 new certificated staff members during a New Educator...
South Pasadena Public Library Celebrates Ray Bradbury
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On Saturday, August 20th, at 7:00 p.m. in the Library Community Room, join local artist Tim Carey and...
South Pasadena Little League Softball Teams Play in Sectional 3 Playoffs
It’s no secret to those around the program that South Pasadena Little League is riding high these days after winning seven District 18 titles,...
New Exhibition Featuring NFT Show by Daniel Farnam | Baldwin Avenue Gallery
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Gritty street sculpture artist, Daniel Farnam, is dropping his first NFT collection on SolSea on August 13, 2022. On the...
SPHS Students Complete Metro’s 2022 Transportation Career Academy Program | SPUSD Snapshot
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Congratulations to SPHS 12th grader, Katherine Nam, and SPHS 2022 graduate, Isaac Chang, who completed Metro’s 2022 Transportation Career Academy Program...
Vin Scully | L.A. Dodgers Historian Mark Langill Shares His Memories With Us
One word came to mind Tuesday night as Mark Langill adjusted to the reality that Dodgers icon broadcaster Vin Scully – many labeling him...
Welcome Back to School Letter | SPUSD Superintendent Geoff Yantz
Dear SPUSD Families,
I am thrilled to welcome you and your students to the 2022-2023 school year! Thank you for your support as we greet...
SPHS Annual Registration Days | SPUSD Snapshot
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SPHS juniors and seniors returned to campus on Thursday, August 4, 2022 for the first of two annual registration days. Freshmen...
New Pavilions South Pasadena | Grand Re-Opening
With much fanfare, Pavilions celebrated its Grand Reopening on Wednesday, August 3.
The mayor and council members, fire department, and members of the community were...
New Assistant Principal Hired | Vanessa Blackwood to Serve at SPHS
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South Pasadena Unified School District (SPUSD) has hired Vanessa Blackwood to serve as Assistant Principal at South Pasadena High School.
For the...
Monkeypox in Pasadena | Public Health Confirms First Cases
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Pasadena Public Health Department (PPHD) has received reports of the first cases of monkeypox infection in four (4) Pasadena residents. All cases being...
Obituary | Martin “Marty” Parkinson Jr.
With family, friends and admirers gathered, a final tribute was paid to longtime resident and community activist, Martin Parkinson Jr. He passed away last...
SPPD Weekly Crime Summary | July 26 – August 1, 2022
(Hundred block given in place of exact address)
The Weekly Crime Summary is a list of reported auto thefts, burglaries, robberies and other activities occurring...
2023 Royal Court Applications Available | Pasadena Tournament of Roses
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Applications for the 2023 Pasadena Tournament of Roses® Royal Court presented by Citizens Business Bank are now...
Tragic Loss | Support Tam’s Family after a Senseless Tragedy
Provided on behalf of the Tam family
On July 27, 2022 at approximately 8:30 PM, my aunt and uncle, Connie and Tam Nguyen, were out...
Special Event: A Rare Opportunity to Tour an Iconic Architectural Gem in South Pasadena
Architecture and modernism lovers take note: an exceptional example of South Pasadena’s rich architectural diversity and sprawling gardens will serve as a setting for...
Pavilions Grand Re-Opening Scheduled
For those of you who haven’t been by Pavilions in South Pasadena lately – there’s a LOT going on over there. Our familiar local...
South Pasadena Police Department | Fatal Pedestrian Traffic Collision
On July 27, 2022, at 8:25 PM, officers from the South Pasadena Police Department responded to a report of a major injury traffic collision...
Library Director Cathy Billings Honored as 2022 Woman of Distinction
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South Pasadena Library Director Cathy Billings received a certificate last week from Assemblymember Chris Holden,...
South Pasadena Public Library | Survey Seeks Community Input
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The Library has embarked on a strategic planning process that will guide library programs and services over...
Bloom Report | July Blooming Flowers in South Pasadena
Stroll and drive along the streets of South Pasadena and you will be amazed at the wide variety of plants and trees that grow...
USC Pacific Asia Museum | Women of Color Shaping Social Change in ‘Off Kilter:...
Nestled in the heart of Pasadena, the USC Pacific Asia Museum creates inspiring exhibitions to promote the understanding of art, history and culture of...
South Pasadena Police Department | Commercial Burglary Suspect Arrested
On Sunday, July 24, 2022, at 2:50 a.m., South Pasadena police officers were patrolling the 900 block of Fair Oaks when they heard an...
Hodis Learning & Music Continues Tutoring in 2022-2023 School Year
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Drew M. Hodis, president and founder of Hodis Learning & Music (HLM) will be starting a PhD program...
City of South Pasadena | City Council and Treasurer Nomination Period Opens
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The filing period for residents interested in running in the 2022 South Pasadena General Municipal Election will open...
City of South Pasadena | Camp Med After School Program Registration Open
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The City of South Pasadena Community Services Department will be hosting an after school program at Orange Grove...
South Pasadena Public Library | Fall 2022 Teen Advisory Board Applications Available
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The South Pasadena Public Library is currently recruiting for the Fall 2022 Teen Advisory Board (TAB). TAB...
South Pasadena Police Department | Swatting Incident
On Monday, July 18, 2022, several South Pasadena City employees received an email from an individual claiming to be a violent criminal with intent...
