South Pasadena News

Strings & Things offers a unique sanctuary for residents who seek to escape the isolation often found in hobbyist pursuits. Unlike structured classes that...

Young Stars Theatre Academy (YSTA) is excited to announce that auditions are now open for its fall production of Something Rotten Jr., inviting young...

On Wednesday, July 15, 2026, Mayor Sheila Rossi and the South Pasadena City Council will convene for a significant evening of municipal decisions. The night...

Media Release At approximately 1:33 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2026, the City of South Pasadena Fire Department, with assistance from Pasadena, San Marino, and...

The South Pasadena Arts Council presents The Creative Life, an exhibition featuring South Pasadena Senior Center Artists! The exhibit kicks off with an opening...

Join percussionist Chazz Ross for an interactive, community drumming session at the South Pasadena Library. Step away from your screens and connect with your...

On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, State Senator Sasha Renée Pérez (D-Pasadena) joined forces with Altadena municipal leaders and displaced residents at the Sacramento Swing...

The City of South Pasadena is pleased to announce the Fourth of July celebration. This year’s theme is From Sea to Shining Sea: Celebrating 250...

Explosion books are small personalized books that "explode" into a beautiful series of square and triangular patterns when opened. During this session, we will...

We celebrate our Plumeria Grove, the largest public collection in the western continental United States. The 100-plus trees bloom in summer, delighting visitors with...

UPDATE: All lane and ramp closures June 30-July 2 have been cancelled. Caltrans announces overnight lane and ramp closures the week of June 29 for...

Media Release The City of South Pasadena Community Services Department invites the community to attend a family-friendly International Soccer Watch Party on Monday, July 6,...

Caltrans announces overnight lane and ramp closures the week of June 22 for bridge work at U.S. 101 and State Route 2/Santa Monica Boulevard...

The path to recovery is paved with more than just concrete and permits; it is built on the strength of neighbors determined to return...

Public library story time is a fun-filled experience that promotes early literacy skills, engages young children in age-appropriate cognitive and physical developmental activities, and...

The City of South Pasadena invites is proud to announce the return of its summer event series at Garfield Park, featuring a full season...

A chorus of giggles and wide-eyed gasps will soon echo off the library walls as a fan-favorite performer returns to engage our youngest residents....

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approved the State of California’s request to extend financial assistance under the Individuals and Households Program (IHP) for...

The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) international urban search and rescue (USAR) team, known as USA-2, has been activated by the U.S....

Two June meetings of the South Pasadena City Council bookended the same question that has shadowed City Hall for decades: how to pay to...

As fire season approaches, our neighbors are gathering to learn how thoughtful plant choices can turn our yards into a vital line of defense....

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,...

The highlight of the evening features an address by South Pasadena City Manager Todd Hileman, who'll serve as the night's guest speaker. Hileman is slated...

The civic calendar kicks off immediately with joint efforts focused on local youth and broader town governance. The City of South Pasadena and SPUSD Ad...

The first half of the evening focuses directly on municipal collaboration and regional leadership. WISPPA members and local organizers will gather at 5:30 PM for...

The interactive educational program features two distinct afternoon showcases, scheduled for 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Designed to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards,...

The focus of this month’s exploration is the deeply influential Poems of Sappho, using the celebrated translation by J. M. Edmonds. Sappho’s fragments, which have...

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...

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council Regular Meeting scheduled for July 1, 2026, at 7:00 P.M., has been cancelled. The next City Council...

In observance of Juneteenth, all City facilities will be closed on Friday, June 19, 2026. Public safety remains a continuous priority for local officials throughout...