A Community in Shock: Pasadena Fire Captain Faces Child Abuse Charges In a city known for its historic charm and prestigious institutions, the community of Pasadena is currently grappling with a disturbing story involving one of its own first responders. This week, the Los Angeles…
I’m starting a new series, bringing some of our nation’s leading urban experts to City Talk on the first Tuesday of every month at 7PM! Each Zoom webinar will explore Pasadena’s place in a rapidly changing world. CLICK HERE TO PARTICIPATE IN WEBINAR! Our first guest…
In the 2026 State of the City address, Mayor Victor Gordo presented a detailed overview of Pasadena’s resilience and strategic growth following the catastrophic Eaton Fire of January 2025 and ongoing federal immigration challenges [21:48]. The primary theme, “Rising Together,” emphasized community unity and proactive…
The End of an Era (and a Tech Experiment): Amazon Shuts Down Fresh and Go Stores It’s official: the “Just Walk Out” era of Amazon’s physical grocery experiment is reaching its final checkout. Today, January 27, 2026, Amazon announced a massive shift in its retail…
Move over, Hass—there’s some new green on the block. While the Hass avocado has been the undisputed heavyweight champion of the produce aisle for decades, 2026 is shaping up to be the year of the “Alternative Avo.” Between climate shifts and the hunt for the…
COMMUNITY UPDATE – SAN RAFAEL ELEMENTARY Thank you for your continued patience as the District works closely with state environmental agencies to complete the remaining post-fire soil evaluation work at several school sites, including San Rafael Elementary. We would like to share an update on…
Pasadena’s Pastry Revolution: The Hottest New Bakeries You Need to Visit Pasadena’s culinary scene is experiencing a sweet renaissance, with a wave of innovative and delectable bakeries opening their doors. From viral TikTok sensations to artisanal sourdough masters and unique international treats, there’s a new…
Applying for the Pasadena Second Unit ADU Program (Round 3) is a great way to add value to your property while contributing to affordable housing. As of January 2026, the program has been expanded with increased loan amounts and streamlined project management. 🏗️ Program Highlights…
Arterials Speed Management Program FY 2021-2025 Construction Completion Greg de Vinck, Director of Public Works, announced completion of the installation of six new Speed Feedback Signs (“SFBS”) at four locations as part of the Arterials Speed Management Program (FY 2021–2025). The project improvements include: 1….
Police Department New Year’s Events Report The following report is contributed by Eugene Harris, Chief of Police. The Pasadena Police Department and the Tournament of Roses continue to improve security operations to ensure a safe Rose Parade and Rose Bowl Game for spectators and employees…