Here are some tips for checking up on our elderly neighbors during the hot summer months.
A state senator is crafting legislation to allow Gold Line Construction Authority board members to serve simultaneously in other elected offices following a lawsuit, the San Gabriel Valley Tribune reports.
For the first time, scientists believe they found salty liquid water on the red planet.
Peter Scheer of the First Amendment Coalition tells Altadena Patch that the government's refusal to release the budget figures of legislative offices does not comply with California open records law.
If the plan released last week by a state redistricting commission is approved, one likely candidate is incumbent congresswoman Judy Chu, who would live in the newly-created district.
An analysis by the Los Angeles Times reveals that most cities in the state pay elected officials salaries below California mandated limits.
New state law requires local CRA's be eliminated or that cities pay a "ransom" to keep the programs going.
Staff proposal to add new document organization system approved in unanimous vote.
Blogger John Crawford proposes non-monetary settlement over 2010 water rate hike, city agrees.
The California Citizens Redistricting Commission voted on Friday to approve its final maps for proposed congressional and state legislative offices.
Staffers who work in local communities across the district may soon find themselves out of work over a bitter battle between local assembly Anthony Portantino and Speaker John Perez.
Despite some debate and disagreement, the vote was unanimous.
New online option is just one of many to come as part of newly implemented city website redesign.
The city must still sign off on the land deal, which paved the way for a $486 million design-build contract for the Gold Line Foothill Extension.
The local assemblyman and potential congressional candidate believes the cuts are payback for voting against party lines regarding the state budget.
The Gold Line Construction Authority agreed to terms of a deal with the city Friday after a long, contentious negotiation process.
Gov. Jerry Brown signed SB 48 into law last week, which allows contributions of LGBT individuals in school curricula. Local government representatives are strongly voicing their opposition to the bill.
Senior activities usually held at the location will me temporarily moved to the Community Recreation Center until the construction is completed.
Owner Billy Sullivan promises increased tax revenue for the city following expansion of his store.
Newly revived market will be held every Wednesday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Hermosa Avenue.
In a recent article on San Marino Patch, the Sierra Club's Kurt Newick said Sierra Madre is heading in the right direction, but that there is still a way to go before fees are set to proper levels.
In the months leading into a new election, Assemblyman Tim Donnelly says the American people are demanding a voice in their local government, much to the dismay of representatives.
Library Services Director Toni Buckner shows off the city's new website at a recent City Council meeting.
Redesigned site offers simpler, more user-friendly interface as well as some entirely new functionality not seen in the previous site.
Tim Donnelly, 59th District State Assemblyman, spoke to the Tea Patriots Thursday during the group’s monthly general meeting in Redlands.
The final flight of the space shuttle also means an end to JPL's 30-year relationship with NASA.
An attorney has filed another lawsuit against the Gold Line Transportation Authority and is accusing Monrovia city officials of being deceitful by retaining a "lobbying" firm for Gold Line issues.
The Senate Public Safety Committee on Tuesday passed Assemblyman Anthony Portantino (D-La Cañada Flintridge) bill that coud help catch sexual assault offenders.
Proposed “monopalm” cell tower would sit next to T-Mobile/AT&T co-location tower.
Story aired on KTLA Sunday evening following impromptu press conference in Memorial Park.
Expect some lanes on the eastbound 210 Freeway to be shut down on Tuesday and Wednesday nights as work gets underway this week on a bridge for the Gold Line in Arcadia.
Plans for surprise animal entry to annual Fourth of July Parade sparks outrage among residents and animal rights groups.
Council has not raised tax to maximum level due to one-time surpluses. But Mayor Buchanan says a vote on extension of the tax past 2014 will likely be necessary.
Portantino’s bill that would make it illegal to openly carry an unloaded gun in California will go before the Senate during late summer.
The plan includes cuts to state universities, courts, social service programs and parks.
Council Member directs city staff to add discussion on high commercial solar permit fees to a future city council agenda.
Council Member hopes change in Regional Housing Needs Assessment law is forthcoming.
Staff to develop flat fees for commercial solar projects following news coverage and concern from residents.
Prior to every meeting of the Sierra Madre City Council, Patch publishes the complete agenda packet including all staff reports, notes and minutes from previous meetings.
The Council and Redevelopment Agency allocated $75,000 for new equipment geared towards children 2-5 years old.