Government


Myths and Strategies Around Early Prisoner Release

Get in on the Town Hall meeting and Panel Discussion on Early Prisoner Release

Assembly Approves Portantino “911 Immunity” Legislation

AB 1999 encourages teens to seek emergency help for underage drinkers by offering limited immunity from prosecution.

Pet Responsibility Act Progress On “Paws”

Senate Bill 250, also known as the Pet Responsibility Act, has been moved to the suspense file and will not be up for a vote in the Assembly Appropriations Committee until August, said the bill’s sponsor Senator Dean Florez’ office Friday.

A Torturous Protest

When Judge Jay Bybee signed a legal memorandum seven years ago which justified harsh interrogation methods, he may have envisioned some protest. That's exactly what he faces now at Pasadena's Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Councilmember Madison Says 2010 State Budget is “a Mess”

Volunteers Brave Blazing Sun to Preach Health Care Reform

About two dozen volunteers spent Saturday, June 27 at a local Smart and Final store in Pasadena showing their support for President Obama's health reform package.

City To Consider Assistance Programs For PWP Rate Incrase

Following suggestions received at the June 22 City Council meeting, the City’s Municipal Services Committee will begin to look into finding a way to help low-income taxpayers adjust to the Pasadena Water & Power’s recently approved water rate increase.

The May Day March Through the Eyes of a Pasadenan

Under a blue cloudless sky, community members gathered together to support immigrants' rights in a peaceful demonstration

Schiff Secures Federal Funds for Arroyo Seco

The Energy and Water Appropriations Act, which included federal funds secured by Rep. Adam Schiff for the Arroyo Seco

Bicycle Trail at Hahamongna Sparks Debate

The Design Commission on Monday requested a public onsite visit of the Hahamongna Watershed Park to consider issues raised during review of Park's Master Plan.

Longer Parking Times Set for City Hall, Paseo Colorado Meters

Customers parking adjacent to Pasadena City Hall have twice as long to complete their errands (including paying for parking tickets) now that longer time limits have been established for parking meters.

PCC Concerned About Possible Cal Grant Elimination

The elimination of the state’s Cal Grants program could have a tremendous negative impact on students striving for higher education at Pasadena City College (PCC), PCC officials said Tuesday.

City Meetings For The Week Of June 29

A list of City commissions and committees meetings for the week of June 29.

APP Students Graduate From Program

Flintridge Operating Foundation and Councilmember Jacque Robinson hosted a graduation ceremony and reception on June 19 at Pasadena’s Jackie Robinson Center for 19 students graduating from the Pasadena/Altadena Apprenticeship Preparation Program.