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South Pasadena News and Updates

The South Pasadena Fire Department is assisting resources from the State and County with additional local wildfires. Engine 81, with four personnel, responded to the Lake Fire near Lake Hughes in Los Angeles County. They were assigned to structure defense, protecting homes in the area for 7 days. They were reassigned to the Holser Fire in Ventura …

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On 8-16-20, at about 1:20 AM, victim was sitting in her parked vehicle on her cellphone in the 1800 block of State Street, South Pasadena, CA when the above suspect walked up and started to hit her driver’s side window with his shirt wrapped around his fist. After a few attempts, the suspect walked away …

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This week the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) has declared an ALERT due to low power reserves and high demand for electricity on the California electric grid. The CAISO ALERT is expected to be in effect until 9:00 pm on 8/19/20. At this time, CAISO rotating outages have not been declared but could be later.   CAISO rotating outages may begin if the …

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Exciting new grant opportunity for small businesses located in both LA County and Orange County! Through the Neighborhood Business Grant Program, funded by our partner Lowe’s, LISC will award $20,000 grants to 75 businesses in LA and the OC. Designed to help small business owners meet their most immediate needs, grant funds may be used …

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Today the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) has declared a WARNING due to low power reserves and high demand for electricity on the California electric grid. At this time, CAISO rotating outages have not been declared but could be later. Rotating outages may begin if the CAISO declares a stage 3 emergency, most likely during peak hours from 6:00 pm to 8:00 …

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Through the Federal CARES Act, Los Angeles County is dedicating $100 million to assist renters and landlords. This effort aims to serve more than 9,000 households and will be one of the largest programs in the nation. Those who are currently at 30 percent of the median income can receive up to $10,000 and those …

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