Record Number of School Districts in Financial Jeopardy
State Schools Chief Tom Torlakson Reports Record Number of School Districts in Financial Jeopardy State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson warned today that 2.6 million California children now attend schools in districts that are in financial jeopardy—the highest number of financially troubled districts in state history. “This is the kind of record no one [...]
San Gabriel settles pension reform deal with labor associations
San Gabriel settles pension reform deal with labor associations BY JIM E. WINBURN San Gabriel announced that it has formed a tentative agreement with the city’s police association and two other public employee groups after 13 months of tense labor negotiations. The City Council unanimously approved memorandums of understanding at Wednesday’s meeting that outline salary, [...]
If you want to Know about The State of Rosemead – You’re Required to Pay Between $15 -$20
By Terry Miller While ever other city in San Gabriel offers its residents free state of the city information and updates on an annual basis, the City of Rosemead wants you to cough up $15 for that privilage. You do, however, get lunch apparently. We asked the Chamber of Commerce if residents had to [...]
Coroner Says Kendrec McDade was Hit with Seven Bullets
Coroner Says Kendrec McDade was Hit with Seven Bullets but not in Back The Los Angels Coroner has released the findings of the Kendrec McDade autopsy which has been sealed for an extended period. The Coroner’s Report documented that McDade sustained seven gunshot wounds. Three of the wounds were fatal due to lacerated arteries, including [...]
Pasadena PD To Ceack Down on Red Light Violators
Red Light Program “Run a Red Light and You Will Be Cited” PASADENA – The Pasadena Police Department will be conducting a Red Light Enforcement Program on Friday May 11, 2012. This enforcement detail will be deployed throughout the City of Pasadena. The hours of operation will be from 6:00 A.M to 12:00 P.M. The [...]
Dr. Nazee Rofagha to Hold FREE Wellness Workshop May 17
Dr. Nazee Rofagha to Hold FREE Wellness Workshop May 17 The popular local chiropractor, Dr. Rofagha will help you discover a new approach to help treat unresolved pain or health conditions successfully at a special free workshop on Thursday, May 17. Next Thursday, Dr. Nazee Rofagha will reveal a new solution for alleviating conditions like [...]
Methodist Hospital Celebrates National Hospital Week
Nurse Wendy checks BMI (Body Mass Index) during Community Day at Metnodist Hospital on Monday. -Photos by Terry Miller Spotlights Nurses and Other Healthcare Professionals National Hospital Week dates back to 1921. Launched to promote trust and goodwill among community members, it began as a celebration of Florence Nightingale’s birthday, May 12. Known as the [...]
Voter Registration Deadline is May 21 for June 5 Primary
Whether your voting interest in the upcoming June 5 California Primary is the Pasadena Unified School District charter amendment creating sub-districts, races for the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the California Legislature, or the U.S. Senate and presidential contests, you first have to be registered to cast your ballot. With the June 5 [...]
Structure Fire on Live Oak Causes $150, 000 in Damages
On Friday, May 4, 2012, at 10:01 p.m. Arcadia Fire Department responded to a structure fire in the 500 block of West Live Oak Avenue in the City of Arcadia. Engine 105, Engine 106, Truck 105, Rescue Ambulance 106, and Battalion 105, along with fire apparatus from Monrovia and Los Angeles County Fire Departments responded [...]
Lawyer in McDade Case Amends Federal Lawsuit Against Pasadena
The initial lawsuit claims the Pasadena Police Department and its officers violated McDade’s civil rights and holds the city, Griffin and Newlen responsible for the teenager’s death. The amended lawsuit now details the accounts of unnamed witnesses, who said neither Newlen nor Griffin identified themselves as police officers prior to opening fire on McDade. “Witness [...]