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California Politicians Agree On School Money, But Poor Test Scores Need Attention

1 week ago | pasadenanow.com | Dan Walters

Historically, the annual process of writing a state budget has often stumbled over how much money California should spend on its public school system and its nearly 6 million students. However, as Gov. Gavin Newsom and legislative leaders negotiate a final budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year, dealing with a multi-billion-dollar deficit, they have only small disagreements on school finance.
Councilmember Cole to Step Down as L.A. Chief Deputy Controller

1 week ago | pasadenanow.com | Andre Coleman

Pasadena City Councilmember Rick Cole announced he will step down from his role as Chief Deputy Controller for the City of Los Angeles, effective July 11, concluding a tenure that began in December 2022 and championed transparency and early budget warnings under Controller Kenneth Mejia.
City Seeking Clarification on Wednesday’s Immigration Enforcement Events in Pasadena

1 week ago | pasadenanow.com | Andre Coleman |Eddie Rivera

Hours after six people in Pasadena were apparently detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Wednesday, City officials said in a statement they are aware of several locations of enforcement activity in the city this morning and are reviewing media posts, photos and video to get further clarification on the events.City officials are also seeking confirmation on which agency is conducting the enforcement activity.
Public Safety Committee Meeting Canceled Amid Federal Immigration Fallout

1 week ago | pasadenanow.com | Andre Coleman

A scheduled meeting of the Pasadena City Council’s Public Safety Committee was canceled Wednesday after city officials cited a lack of quorum stemming from the day’s response to federal immigration enforcement actions. The regular meeting, originally set for 4 p.m., was officially called off earlier in the day. City officials attributed the cancellation to the need for committee members and staff to address unfolding impacts related to immigration operations taking place in Pasadena.
City Council Increases Vehicle Lease Contract by $200,000 for Police Department’s Non-Enforcement Fleet

1 week ago | pasadenanow.com | Andre Coleman

As part of Monday’s consent calendar, the City Council approved a $200,000 increase to an existing contract with Enterprise Fleet Management, bringing the total not-to-exceed amount to $1.42 million for the lease of 25 non-enforcement vehicles used by the Pasadena Police Department. According to city documents, the extension is necessary to cover an additional six months of leasing costs due to delays in replacing the outgoing vehicles.
Pasadena At Home Store Among 26 Set to Close as Retailer Files for Bankruptcy

1 week ago | pasadenanow.com | Andre Coleman

The At Home store on East Foothill Boulevard in Pasadena is among 26 locations slated to close nationwide as the home décor and furniture chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection this week. The Texas-based retailer, known for its expansive warehouse-style outlets selling furniture, rugs, and home goods, announced Monday it is entering bankruptcy proceedings in Delaware in a move to restructure $2 billion in debt.
Pool, Street Sweeping, and Development Fees Could Rise After Council Vote Monday

1 week ago | pasadenanow.com | Andre Coleman

The City Council on Monday will vote on adopting the Fiscal Year 2026 General Fee Schedule, approving new and revised charges for a wide range of city services — including public health inspections, street sweeping for special events, and development-related permits — in an effort to align fees with the true cost of providing services. The updated schedule, which takes effect July 1, includes three new fees, 114 fee adjustments, and the elimination of 15 outdated charges.
City Council Scheduled to Vote on Budget at Monday’s Meeting

1 week ago | pasadenanow.com | Andre Coleman

The City Council will close the public hearing on the City’s budget on Monday and deliberate on the City’s sweeping $1.5 billion Fiscal Year 2026 budget, concluding its annual review and public hearing process. In California, City Councils are required to pass a budget before June 30 for the fiscal year beginning on July 1. The proposed budget outlines funding priorities for every city department, major capital improvement projects, and affiliated agencies.
Police Release New Details in 2021 Homicide of 13-Year-Old Iran Moreno, Seek Public’s Help

1 week ago | pasadenanow.com | Andre Coleman

Authorities on Monday released a partial license plate number, suspect description, and new surveillance images in the unsolved 2021 killing of 13-year-old Iran Moreno, who was fatally shot by a stray bullet while playing video games inside his Pasadena home.
City Council: We Will Not Allow Pasadena to be a City Under Siege

2 weeks ago | pasadenanow.com | Andre Coleman

In an explicit joint statement released Thursday evening, members of the City Council said they will not allow Pasadena to be under siege by the Federal administration. “Our community is stronger than fear, stronger than intimidation, and stronger than any attempt to divide us,” the statement reads. “We will not be baited by fear-based tactics.