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Altadena Election Alert: Why Your Vote Matters Tomorrow! 🗳️

Altadena residents, the clock is ticking! ⏳ The Town Council election ends tomorrow. Make sure your voice is heard in your tract. Visit the ATC website, research your local candidates, and get your vote in before the deadline. Local elections shape our community's future! #Altadena #LocalPolitics #VoteLocal #CommunityFirst #ATC #California #CivicDuty Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUmeKlK-wtg

Wildfire Recovery: Essential Help & Mental Health Resources in Altadena

If you've been affected by the 2025 wildfires, essential support is available now. Get in-person help with services, mental health counseling, and crisis stabilization. Plus, a critical warning about SCE scams! 📍 730 E Altadena Dr | 📍 540 W Woodbury Rd. #wildfire #recovery #mentalhealth #altadena #community #firehelp #staysafe #emergencyinfo Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23sA3uH15o8

Supervisor Barger Drops $1.2M for LA County Parks! 🌳💰

Supervisor Kathryn Barger just closed the funding gap with a massive $1.2 million check for Farnsworth Park! 🏞️ Watch how local leadership is 'doing the dang thing' to rebuild our community spaces. #LACounty #CommunityWins #FarnsworthPark #SupervisorBarger #ParkFunding #LocalGovernment #LosAngeles Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUmeKlK-wtg

35-Year Friendship RUINED Over $1,000 💸

Is a thousand dollars worth losing a lifelong friend? 🧐 People's true colors come out when money is involved. Here is why I’m careful about lending and why integrity matters. Would you cut off a friend over money? Let me know in the comments! 👇 #friendship #moneytips #lifelessons #financialintegrity #boundaries #relationships Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPXuXe0GmUw

The Power of $25: How LA Parks Raised $68 Million! 🌳

Think your small donation doesn't matter? Think again! 🤯 The Parks Foundation raised a staggering $68 MILLION for LA County parks through grassroots crowdfunding. From $25 checks to community support, see how Altadena is restoring green spaces. Every dollar counts! #LAParks #CommunityPower #Crowdfunding #GivingBack #Altadena #NonProfit #NatureConservation Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUmeKlK-wtg

Meeting the CEO of the LA Dodgers Foundation! ⚾️ Networking Like a Pro

Confidence is everything! Watch how a bold introduction led to a meeting with Nicole Whiteman, CEO of the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation. You never know who you're going to meet when you just say hello! #LADodgers #Networking #NicoleWhiteman #DodgersFoundation #BusinessTips #Confidence #LosAngeles Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUmeKlK-wtg

Democrats Sweep House & Senate! 🗳️ Election Landslide Update

The election results are in and it's a Democratic landslide! 🌊 Both the House and Senate have shifted. We're breaking down what this means for the coming weeks leading up to the inauguration. #ElectionResults #Politics #Democrats #BreakingNews #HouseAndSenate Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23sA3uH15o8

Shooting Suspect Died in Pasadena of Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound, Coroner Reports

A 20-year-old man suspected of fatally shooting a girl he had been dating in Arcadia died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound in Pasadena, the Los Angeles County medical examiner’s office said. Pasadena police located Cruz in the 800 block of South Arroyo Parkway about an hour after the Arcadia shooting on October 22, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department said in a news release. Officers saw him shoot himself, Pasadena police Lt. Thomas Blanchard said. An officer began lifesaving measures, [

City Asks Residents to Map Walking and Biking Priorities at Nov. 16 Workshop

Pasadena residents can help set priorities for the city’s Active Transportation Plan, a long-range plan for walking, biking and rolling, at a community workshop Monday, Nov. 16, at Robinson Park Recreation Center. At the 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. session, participants will rotate through stations where they mark up maps and cast votes that will inform the plan, organizers said. The workshop will also cover existing transportation conditions to help inform that feedback. The plan is meant to create

Pasadena City Council, Supervisor Barger to Discuss Homelessness and Measure ER Funding Monday

The Pasadena City Council will meet with Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger on Monday, Nov. 9, to discuss homelessness, coordinated efforts to address homeless encampments and the city’s share of revenue from Measure ER, a countywide sales tax approved by voters in June. The special joint meeting is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber at Pasadena City Hall, 100 N. Garfield Ave. According to the agenda issued by the City Clerk’s Office on Nov. 5, councilmembers an

Altadena Library’s Centennial Celebration Saturday Will Bring Together Community Memories, History and Families

The Altadena Library District will celebrate its 100th anniversary as an independent special district Saturday, Nov. 7, with a community gathering featuring stories about the library’s history, a ceremonial birthday cake cutting and activities for families at the Bob Lucas Memorial Library and Literacy Center. The celebration, scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2659 Lincoln Ave. in Altadena, will commemorate a century of locally governed library service. Library officials are inviting com

Altadena Clinic to Connect Fire-Displaced Renters With Housing and Legal Help Saturday

Renters displaced by the Eaton Fire and other Los Angeles County wildfires can seek housing, legal and financial assistance at a free resource clinic Saturday, Nov. 7, at Loma Alta Park in Altadena.  The four-hour event, called Renter Recharge, comes nearly a month after the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s rental assistance period for displaced renters ended Oct. 9. Organized through Day One’s DENA CARES program, the clinic will bring housing organizations, legal aid groups, co

Guest Essay | William Paparian: Pasadena’s Ghost Platoon: 43 Homeless Veterans, Two Days Before Veterans Day

On Monday, November 9, the Pasadena City Council will hold a special joint meeting with Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger to discuss homelessness, housing collaboration, and joint encampment mitigation. Two days later, on Veterans Day, the City will hold a public ceremony in front of City Hall to honor those who served. The proximity of these two events makes a simple fact impossible to ignore. Pasadena’s 2026 Point-in-Time Count found 43 Veterans experiencing homelessness—7.5 percent

Postal Worker Suspected in Pasadena Peacock Attack Pleads Not Guilty

A U.S. Postal Service worker pleaded not guilty Friday to a misdemeanor animal-cruelty charge in connection with the alleged attack on a white peacock that used to roam a Pasadena neighborhood. The postal worker, Charanjit Singh, was charged Oct. 1. Prosecutors allege that the white peafowl, nicknamed Sugar, was attacked Aug. 18 on Mohawk Street. Video of the incident upset many residents in the Pasadena neighborhood where the bird had long lived. The Pasadena Humane Society treated Sugar’

Where are the locals? 📸 Calling out official photos! #CommunityFirst

Ever notice how official events forget the people they're actually for? I had to speak up and ask why the local kids weren't in the frame. These fields are for the community, not just the dignitaries! #CommunityVoice #LocalHeroes #KeepItReal #RepresentationMatters #YouthSports #SpeakUp Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUmeKlK-wtg

Leadership Pasadena Honors Community Changemakers as Fire Survivors Continue Their Fight to Rebuild

What began as a group chat among pickleball players became a lifeline on the night of the Eaton Fire, and eventually grew into the nation’s largest disaster survivor network. For Joy Chen, executive director of the Eaton Fire Survivors Network, that unlikely transformation illustrates how ordinary people can become extraordinary advocates when their communities face catastrophe. Chen recounted that journey Friday afternoon as she accepted the Claire and Bill Bogaard Community Leadership Aw

Why I Sent a "What The Hell" Email to Officials 📧 #Leadership

Ever feel like your work is being overlooked or recreated by bureaucracy? I had to set the record straight with a 'what the hell' email and call. We aren't letting them ignore the impact of Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Stand your ground and protect your platform! #Advocacy #CommunityLeadership #StandYourGround #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #CommunicationTips Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUmeKlK-wtg

How to Get FREE Permits & SBA Help in LA County 🏠

Rebuilding after a disaster? LA County is WAIVING permit fees and offering refunds! 🏛️ Plus, get the inside scoop on SBA loan assistance and one-stop permit center hours. Don't leave money on the table. #LACounty #Rebuilding #SBALoans #DisasterRecovery #HomeOwners #California #PermitFees #FinancialAid Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23sA3uH15o8

The Terrifying Reality of Public Speaking Training 😂

Ever seen someone smiling so hard it looks painful? 😬 That's the 'Rotary Training' effect! When public speaking coaches tell you to 'smile more' and it goes horribly wrong. Have you ever had to take a public speaking class? #publicspeaking #funny #storytime #communicationtips #bodylanguage #relatable #publicspeakingtips Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUmeKlK-wtg

Altadena Talks - S10:E343: Kathryn Barger’s $1.2M Surprise for Farnsworth Park Rebuild

Join us for Episode 473 as we celebrate a major milestone for Altadena with the official groundbreaking at Farnsworth Park. We are diving into the details of the million dollar restoration project and how community voices are shaping the future of our local spaces. In this episode, Toni recaps her experience at the Farnsworth Park event, where Supervisor Kathryn Barger presented a 1.2 million dollar check to help bridge the funding gap for park improvements. We also discuss the incredible support from the LA Dodgers Foundation and the presence of Dodgers players who met with local youth. A major highlight is how community members successfully advocated for the inclusion of a snack bar and better drainage in the new park designs, proving that your voice matters in local planning. We also cover the critical Altadena Town Council elections happening this weekend. We walk you through the different census tracks, introduce the candidates, and explain where and when you can cast your vote. Additionally, we share exciting news about the Altadena Talks Foundation, including new grant applications and meetings with county officials to scale our efforts in fire resiliency and community support. The video wraps up with a comprehensive list of community announcements, from wildfire recovery resources and permit assistance to local events like the Thanksgiving giveaway and Cars and Coffee. Stay tuned to get all the resources you need to help our neighborhood thrive. Chapters 0:00 Wel

How One Question Saved Our Local Park's Snack Bar! 🌭

Think your voice doesn't matter? Watch how a simple question at a city planning meeting saved a local baseball tradition and fixed a decade-long drainage issue at Farnsworth Park. Real change starts with local knowledge! #CommunityAction #CityPlanning #LocalParks #CivicEngagement #FarnsworthPark #BaseballLife #LocalHeroes Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUmeKlK-wtg

The 'Murder Slide' Was Built Different 💀 #Nostalgia

Remember the 80-degree burns from that old metal slide? 🥵 We used to call it the 'murder slide' but we still loved it! Seeing the old rocket ship gone and the new playground coming in brings back so many memories. Who else survived these playground 'death traps'? 🛝✨ #nostalgia #playground #childhoodmemories #90skids #millennial #parkrenovation #storytime Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iUmeKlK-wtg

Empowering Altadena: Celebrating the Women Leading Our Future 🏠✨

Join us in celebrating the remarkable women of Altadena, Pasadena, and Sierra Madre! 🌟 From community wellness to fire recovery and soil science, discover how we are rebuilding together. Don't miss 'The Matriarch' event on Nov 10th and 'Rent A Recharge' on Nov 7th. Register today and take your seat at the table! #Altadena #CommunityLeaders #WomenEmpowerment #LocalEvents #RebuildTogether #Pasadena #CommunityResilience Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=23sA3uH15o8

CORRECTION – Los Angeles County Public Safety Agencies Urge Residents to Prepare for Strong Winds, Elevated Fire Risk

The Los Angeles County Fire Department, Sheriff’s Department and Office of Emergency Management are alerting the public to higher fire risk as the County prepares for strong Santa Ana winds and an elevated fire weather forecast for Saturday, November 7.

Honoring National Veterans and Military Families Month

This November, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) proudly observes National Veterans and Military Families Month, proudly honoring the courage, sacrifice, and contributions of veterans, active-duty service members, and military families. To show our appreciation, LACoFD uniformed personnel wear a special camouflage-adorned Department patch throughout the month. To all LACoFD veterans, active-duty service […] The post Honoring National Veterans and Military Families Month fi

Honoring Local Heroes at the 48th Annual Lakewood Award of Valor Luncheon

On Wednesday, November 4, 2026, the City of Lakewood hosted its 48th annual Award of Valor Luncheon at The Centre, bringing together hundreds of community members to celebrate local first responders and civilians. The County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) Division 4 team proudly joined the celebration. Among this year’s honorees: Fire Captain Christopher […] The post Honoring Local Heroes at the 48th Annual Lakewood Award of Valor Luncheon first appeared on Fire Department.

Loop Fire 60th Anniversary

On Sunday, November 1, 2026, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) stood alongside the Angeles National Forest, Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD), CAL FIRE, and families to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the tragic Loop Fire. The solemn gathering in Sylmar honored the 12 El Cariso Hotshot crewmembers who lost their lives […] The post Loop Fire 60th Anniversary first appeared on Fire Department.

LACoFD Reaffirms Commitment to Equity at Annual ARDI Event

The County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) Equity Action Team (EAT) participated in the annual Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) event on Wednesday, November 4, 2026. Hosted at the Natural History Museum, this year’s event themed “Accelerating Equity: Continued Commitment” served as a collaborative hub for EATs from departments across Los Angeles County. The […] The post LACoFD Reaffirms Commitment to Equity at Annual ARDI Event first appeared on Fire Department.

Welcoming 12 New Forestry Assistants!

On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a recognition ceremony to celebrate 12 new forestry assistants who successfully completed their orientation. Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone, Chief Deputy of Business Operations Theresa Barrera, Acting Deputy Fire Chief Pat Sprengel, and Forestry Division Chief Ronald Durbin joined family, friends, […] The post Welcoming 12 New Forestry Assistants! first appeared on Fire Department.

Empowering Carson Seniors for El Niño

On October 23, 2026, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department (LACoFD) hosted a Senior Safety Seminar at the Carson Community Center. The seminar focused on preparing older adults for El Niño-related weather conditions. Community Services Liaison Leandra Peter and Public Information Assistant Kaelyn Floyd partnered together to deliver an in-depth safety presentation on weather […] The post Empowering Carson Seniors for El Niño first appeared on Fire Department.

McNamara Concedes Pasadena Unified District 7 Race, Congratulates Torres

Dennis McNamara has conceded the race for the Pasadena Unified School District Board of Education District 7 seat to Cynthia Torres, saying he called her Thursday morning to congratulate her on her victory. “I called Cynthia Torres … and gave her my congratulations on winning the D7 seat and for running a great campaign. I told her she will have my full support and that I will root hard for her and the entire Board’s success,” McNamara said in an […]

Death Sentences in Pasadena Halloween Murders Included in Newsom’s Sweeping Clemency Order

The three men sentenced to death for the 1993 Halloween night murders of three teenage boys in Pasadena are among 548 condemned prisoners whose sentences Gov. Gavin Newsom moved Thursday to commute to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Karl Darnell Holmes, Herbert Charles McClain Jr. and Lorenzo Alex Newborn were convicted of murdering Edgar Evans, 13, Stephen Coats, 14, and Reggie Crawford, 14, in a gang-related ambush that shocked Pasadena and became one of the city’s most

Pasadena ReStore Recognized for Community Partnership with The Roland Center

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Pasadena ReStore Fire Survivor Event Supports Over 150 Attendees Impacted by Eaton Fire

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Stories of Resilience: Rebuilding Altadena Together

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Be Like Henry.

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LA County Coordinated Joint Information Center Update – 11/4/2026

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Vote Centers and Ballot Drop Boxes Are Closed for the 2026 General Election

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced that Vote Centers and official Ballot Drop Boxes have closed for the November 3, 2026 General Election.

LACoFD Launches Community Sandbag Events in Preparation for El Niño

Storm season is on the way to Los Angeles County.

L.A. County Registrar to Host Election Day Media Briefing at Ballot Processing Center

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan will host an Election Day press conference at the Ballot Processing Center on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.

All Election Day Vote Centers Open for 2026 General Election

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced that Vote Centers are open for the last day of voting in the November 3, 2026 General Election.

Four Guitars. One Mission. The Power of Partnership.

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Rancho Research Institute Awarded Five-Year, $3 Million Federal Grant to Advance Spinal Cord Injury Research

Rancho Research Institute (RRI) has received a five-year, $3,044,450 award from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) to continue the Southern California Spinal Cord Injury Model System (SoCal-SCIMS) at Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center (Rancho).

Boyfriend Charged With 2025 Murder of 38-Year-Old Woman

A 41-year-old man and a 34-year-old woman were charged today in connection with the murder of a woman who disappeared last September and has never been found.

Inaugural LA MEHKO Week Celebrates Los Angeles County’s Home-Based Food Entrepreneurs

This November, diners are invited to discover some of Los Angeles County’s most unique local food businesses during the first-ever LA MEHKO Week, a countywide celebration of home-based culinary entrepreneurs taking place November 9–15, 2026.

All 646 Vote Centers Open This Weekend for the November 3 General Election

Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk (RR/CC) Dean C. Logan announced that 523 additional Vote Centers will open on Saturday, October 31, bringing the total to 646 Vote Centers open countywide every day through Election Day, November 3.

Field Animal Licensing Efforts in Unincorporated Acton, Agua Dulce, Rowland Heights, Walnut, and West Covina

Officers from the County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) will be conducting field animal licensing efforts in the unincorporated areas of Acton (93510), Agua Dulce (91390), Rowland Heights (91748), Walnut (91789), and West Covina (91791, 91792) beginning Thursday, November 12, 2026.

Honoring the Legacy of Retired Fire Chief John W. Englund

It is with heavy hearts that the County of Los Angeles Fire Department announces the passing of our seventh Fire Chief, John W. Englund. Chief Englund passed away on October 8, 2026, at the age of 95. Chief Englund’s legendary 33-year career with the Department began in 1955 following his service in the U.S. Air […] The post Honoring the Legacy of Retired Fire Chief John W. Englund first appeared on Fire Department.

USA-02 Panama Deployment

On Saturday, October 10, 2026, the County of Los Angeles Fire Department’s (LACoFD) urban search and rescue (USAR) team, known internationally as USA-02, was activated by the U.S. State Department to assist with the aftermath of the devastating 7.6 magnitude earthquake that hit Panama. Comprised of six Fire Department personnel, three Department of Public Works […] The post USA-02 Panama Deployment first appeared on Fire Department.