New Law Makes It Easier For To Build Granny Flats In Altadena

A new law that aims to ease the housing crisis by reducing the burden and cost of building "granny flats" is now in effect.

Plans for Gold Line Extension from Glendora to Montclair Approved

The Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority Board of Directors approved an updated plan for the 12.3-mile extension.

You Might Be Paying Too Much in Property Taxes, Altadena!

Los Angeles County Assessor Jeffrey Prang said nearly 400,000 homeowners are blowing off an easy tax exemption.

Altadena Congresswoman Hails Pentagon's Decision to Stop Trying to Make California Soldiers Repay Wartime Bonuses

Local lawmakers hail the Pentagon's decision to halt its controversial efforts to make California soldiers repay wartime enlistment bonuses.

Tight Race Race to Decide Altadena's First New County Supervisor in 36 Years

Kathryn Barger​, outgoing Supervisor Michael Antonovich's chief deputy, has a funding advantage over reform candidate Darrell Park​.

Regal Cinemas Near Altadena to Show the Presidential Debate Wednesday

The free showing of the live debate between Hillary Clinton and Donald will start at 6 p.m. ET Wednesday in Alhambra and at LA Live.

Check Your Mailbox, Altadena! Your Ballot's in the Mail

The end is near. That is, the end of this election season is finally upon us. County election officials are sending out the mail-in ballots.

Turn Down that AC, Altadena! 'Flex Alert' Issued for Broiling Heat Wave

The alert by the California Independent System Operator asks residents to cut back their power use, especially during the hours of 2 to 9 pm

Governor Denies Parole for Manson Girl, Altadena-Native Leslie Van Houten

A parole board had recommended in April that Leslie Van Houten finally be paroled after denying parole19 times for her role in the murders.

Ballot Measure Would Increase Altadena Property Taxes to Fund Parks Improvements

The Board of Supervisors voted to put a measure on the epic November ballot, asking voters to approve a 1.5 cent property tax increase.

In 5th District Supervisor Race, 8 Hopefuls Battle for Seat

The 5th District is considered to be more conservative than the rest of Los Angeles County districts.

County to Offer More Safe Havens for Exploited Children

The program will now explicitly serve victims of child sex trafficking.

County Supes Introduce Ordinance to Enforce New Minimum-Wage Law

The ordinance aims to stop 'wage theft" and was endorsed by the Los Angeles County Business Federation.

County Offers $20,000 for Information in Two Fatal SGV Shootings

Supervisor Michael Antonovich recommended the rewards, hoping to find the killers of Christopher Walker and Robert Calderon.

Early Quake Warning System for West Coast? Funding Bill Headed for Vote

The early warning system could give residents a few more seconds of notice of an impending earthquake.

Initiative Seeks to Tax Wealthy Homeowners to Fund Programs for the Poor

The Secretary of State approved a signature gathering process for a measure that would tax homes worth more than $3 million.

Senate Approves Vaccination Requirement for Day Care Workers

All day care workers in California would be required to get vaccinated if Gov. Brown signs a new law passed by the senate.

City Officials Buzzing Over Urban Beekeeping Proposal

Los Angeles beekeepers may soon be able to keep them in their backyards.

Study: 13,000 Slip into Homelessness in LA County Each Month

Families with children are often reluctant to seek assistance for fear of having their children taken away, a report concludes.

Drought Radio Station Will Help You Time Your Showers

The new “Water Lovers Station” on Pandora includes 100 five-minute songs to help you keep your showers short.

Push Underway To End Hazardous Chemical Use At CA Nail Salons

For employees' and customers' well-being, nail salons need to use safer products and improve ventilation, officials say.

State Offers Water-Saving Rebates For Lawns, Toilets

Will $2,000 entice you to get rid of terrible toilets and thirsty lawns? The state has announced a new rebate program.

County Preparing to Deal With 'Godzilla' El Nino

Wildfires this summer make mud and debris flows more likely when torrential rains hit.

Governor Signs Bill Banning Grand Jury Investigation of Police-Related Deaths

The governor said he signed the bill to bring the proceedings into the public eye.

Booze By Mail? It Could Happen

A Bay Area congresswoman is proposing the repeal of a Prohibition-era ban shipping alcohol through the mail.

EDD Launches New Service to Manage Unemployment Claims

UI Online will be available 24 hours and on also on smartphones and tablets.

Will Same-Sex Marriage be a Boost to the Wedding Business?

Did the Supreme Court save the livelihoods of wedding workers?

Dim the Lights, Altadena! Heat Triggers 2-Day Flex Alert

A flex alert calling people to cut back on electricity has been issued due to the hot weather.

Assembly Approves Nation's Strictest Mandatory Vaccination Bill

A bill requiring almost all California children to be vaccinated against diseases such as measles cleared a major hurdle Thursday.

Signature Gathering Approved for Immigrant Permit Initiative

The initiative is designed to help immigrants who are in California illegally.

Sick of the Cracked Sidewalks in Los Angeles?

The City is committing an incredible amount of money for repairing sidewalks.

Gov. Brown Orders Statewide Mandatory Water Use Reductions

The first-ever statewide mandatory restrictions call for a decrease in water use by 25 percent through February 2016.

Save Water--Win a Prius! (And Other Awesome Prizes)

The Mayor's Water Conservation Challenge begins April 1. You'll be in the driver's seat for a lower water bill--and maybe more!

Deadline Approaching to Pay Your Property Taxes

Miss the deadline and you'll have to pay even more. (Link for paying your Los Angeles County Property taxes)

California "Has Only About One Year of Water Supply Left in its Reservoirs"

Following dire warning by NASA water scientist, state imposes tougher restrictions.

Reservoir Repairs Prompt Call for Increased Conservation

Eagle Rock and Solano reservoirs are both receiving upgrades.

UCLA: Entertainment Industry an Economic Powerhouse

Forecast shows a continued decline in unemployment.

Bill to Reduce Cell Phone Robberies Signed into Law

The 'Cell Phone Kill Switch Bill' is meant to keep help keep smartphone owners from being mugged or robbed for their phones.

DWP Applauds State's Stance to Get Tough on Water Wasters

The drought regulations give local agencies the authority to fine those who waste water up to $500 a day. Los Angeles already has restrictions in place.

Complete ATC Candidate Info Available Online

Altadena Town Council Election Day is June 7.