SB 1160, introduced by Senator Anthony J. Portantino, is gaining momentum in the California legislature as it seeks to hold individuals accountable for carrying unregistered handguns and to increase responsibility in firearm ownership. The bill has passed the ... More »
The must-follow website this month among California’s politicians, bureaucrats and interest group lobbyists is the “California Personal Income Tax Daily Revenue Tracker” that’s updated daily by the state controller’s office. Last week was the deadline for fili... More »
In response to the persistent threat of hazing-related fatalities in higher education, State Assemblymember Chris Holden, who represents Pasadena and the 41st California Assembly District, has introduced AB 2193, a bill aimed at combating dangerous hazing prac... More »
The Charter Study Task Force will discuss campaign contribution limits. Currently, local residents can donate $5,500 to local campaigns, also the state limit, but some local residents believe that amount is too high. The Task Force considered contribution limi... More »
Visit Pasadena, the official destination marketing organization for the City of Pasadena, announced Wednesday the appointment of Mandi Prince as its new Communications Manager. In this role, Prince will be responsible for developing and executing the organizat... More »
Senator Anthony J. Portantino, who represents Pasadena, amplified the urgency for international recognition and intervention in response to the ongoing aggression faced by Armenians, marking the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. In a statement relea... More »
Supervisor Kathryn Barger, who represents Pasadena on the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, has praised the Los Angeles County Chief Executive Officer’s unveiling of a $45.4 billion budget for the upcoming fiscal year, particularly applauding the alloc... More »
[An earlier version of this story incorrectly reported the recent District 3 election cost LA County $892,000.] A special election held solely for the District 3 seat outside of statewide elections could have cost nearly $900,000, according to a presentation m... More »
The Charter Reform Task Force unanimously voted to recommend that no change be made to the timing of the Mayoral election. Currently, the Mayor is elected on the same cycle as Councilmembers from Districts 1, 2, 4, and 6. In order to challenge the Mayor for th... More »
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors gave final approval Tuesday to changes in the county’s rental housing inspection program and enforcement policies, mandating inspections every four years for all rental units in unincorporated areas. After tentativel... More »
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors got its first look at a proposed $45.5 billion budget proposal for fiscal year 2024- 25 Tuesday, noting the need to continue the fight against homelessness and find ways to help renters avoid losing their homes. Fesi... More »
This Wednesday, the City of Pasadena will participate in the 25th annual Denim Day, a campaign that encourages people to wear jeans in solidarity with survivors of sexual assault. The event, held on the last Wednesday of April as part of Sexual Assault Awaren... More »
