Judges Rule Government Must Provide Bond Hearings For Non-Citizens

A federal appeals panel in Pasadena rules certain non-citizens may be provided with individualized bond hearings before an immigration judge.

Tax Day Deadline: Pasadena Post Office Offers Extended Hours

Still need to file taxes? Several Southland post offices will have extended hours for Tax Day.

Pasadena Received $6M to Renovate Robinson Park

Among the improvements are a new gym and 10,000 more square feet.

Number of Pasadena’s Homeless Population Hits Record Low

Economic recovery and new city strategies in addressing homelessness are credited for the declining numbers.

County to Offer More Than $350K for Pasadena Dental Clinic

The clinic focuses on the uninsured, including the homeless, seniors and those living with HIV/AIDS.

Pasadena Resident Named to California High Speed Rail Authority

Katherine Aguilar Perez-Estolano was once the city's deputy mayor.

Budget Cuts: JPL Outreach Programs to be Reviewed

Jet Propulsion Laboratory is handling the impact of a roughly $1M budget cut.

Pasadena Church Awaiting Supreme Court Ruling on Same-Sex Marriage

All Saints Church, a staunch backer of same-sex marriage, held a vigil over the weekend as it awaits a ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court on the constitutionality of Proposition 8, the California ballot measure that banned gay marriage.

‘Way-Finding’ Signs to Help With Navigating Key Pasadena Destinations

The 378 signs—a $2.2 million project—are designed to help tourists, motorists, bicyclists and others find their way to major Pasadena landmarks and institutions.

Author of ‘The Age of Miracles’ to Speak at Pasadena’s One City, One Story

Karen Thompson Walker’s coming-of-age science fiction novel will take center stage in a Q&A Thursday.

Election Results: Pasadena City Council, PUSD Board of Education

All the races had clear winners except for one, which will result in an April 16 run-off election.

Live Election Results: Pasadena School Board, City Council

Live coverage from the Pasadena City Council Chamber begins at 7:30 p.m. and polls close at 8 p.m.

Public Safety Meeting Set in Wake of Mar Vista Homicide

Police will tell residents what action they are taking and what residents can do to keep themselves and their family safe.

PUSD Gathers Donations For Fire Victims

Donations are being collected for 25 families affected by a Feb. 24 apartment complex fire.

Pasadena Student Picked as Media Festival Finalist

La Salle High School senior Stephanie Delazeri moves to the final round of judging in the third annual Los Angeles Student Film Festival. Two of her animated films are selected.

RELEASE: Tuesday is Deadline to Register for March 5 Elections

Registration forms are available at the post office, the city's public counters and community centers.

JPL 'Mohawk Guy' to Sit With First Lady at State of Union

Jet Propulsion Laboratory engineer Bobak Ferdowsi will apparently be referred to in President Barack Obama’s address Tuesday night, the Daily Bulletin reports.

Road Closures, Race Day Information For Pasadena Rock ‘N’ Roll Half Marathon

Here’s what you need to know if you’ll be in Pasadena during Sunday’s half marathon.

Top 5 SGV-Area Stories: Gold Line Litigation, Altadena Arrest, Health Violations, South Pas Police, In-N-Out Heiress

In a crazy news week, here's a recap of other Patch stories you may have missed.

Pasadena Presidents Day Closures

The following is a rundown of what's opened and closed for the Presidents Day holidays in Pasadena.

Fire Station 39 to Get Complete Overhaul

A groundbreaking ceremony is scheduled for March 2.

Postal Service: No More Saturday Mail Delivery by Aug. 1

The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1. Speak out: How will this affect you?

Legislative Update: Holden Bill Puts CA Farmers First

The San Gabriel Valley assemblyman has introduced a measure under which state-owned or state-run institutions would be required to choose California farm products.

Pasadena City Council Declares Water Shortage Emergency

The Level 4 emergency ban, due to water facility repairs in Eagle Rock and La Verne, will last from Feb. 21-28.

FasTrak Express Lanes on I-10 Freeway to Debut Feb. 23

Metro encourages San Gabriel Valley commuters to get their FasTrak transponders to be ready to enjoy all the benefits.

Senator Proposes Earthquake-Warning System

A Caltech researcher says the $80 million system could save lives.

Metro Boosts Gold Line Service on Weekends

Construction to extend the northeast line is also underway.

Pasadena’s ‘Bicycle Boulevard’ Aims to Create Safer Cycling

The boulevard was created to provide a low-traffic area for cyclists.

Top 5 SGV-Area Stories: School Lockdown, Burglaries, Councilman Resigns, Furlong's Arrest, Politics

Here's a recap of the Top 5 SGV Patch stories from Jan. 13-19.

American Lung Association Gives Pasadena 'A' for Tobacco Policies

The city is ahead of the state, which received failing grades in several areas.

Curiosity Ready to Begin Drilling on Mars

The rover's target area is believed to have once held water, according to scientists at JPL.

JPL, Mars Rover to be Featured in State of the City Event

A full-scale replica of the Mars Curiosity Rover will be on display for attendees of the Thursday, Jan. 24 event.

Supervisors Vote to Rework Clean Water Tax Measure

"What is clear is that this is not ready for prime time," says L.A. County Supervisor Yaroslavsky after representatives of cities, schools and businesses voice opposition.

Top 5 SGV-Area Stories: House Fire, Bomb Threat, Sarah Alarid, 210 Fatality, Huell Howser

Here's a recap of the SGV's Top 5 Patch stories from Jan. 6-12.

Gov. Brown to Shift Money to Poorer Schools

His proposed state budget for 2013-14 features a revolutionary change in the way education is financed.

Council Looking to Fill District 3 Vacancy

Five candidates are looking to fill the position left open by newly elected Assemblymember Chris Holden.

Huell Howser Memorial Set for Tuesday at Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles

The office of Los Angeles councilman Tom LaBonge is organizing the event.

Gov. Brown Moves to End Cap on Prison Population

Brown has moved to end a federal court order capping the state's prison population and another that requires intensive oversight of prison mental-health care.

FDA Proposes New Food Safety Rules

About 130,000 people are hospitalized each year due to foodborne illnesses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

AQMD to Address Salton Sea Stench Issue

The board will consider using nearly $200,000 to establish a hydrogen sulfide monitoring network near the Salton Sea. Last year odors from the area spread around Southern California.