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South Pasadena News and Updates

FICTION. Effective July 13, Governor Newsom ordered the closure of all hair salons, barbershops and personal care services (including nails salons, esthetic salons, & electrology offices) within counties on the State’s monitoring list – which regrettably -includes LA County. This, to help control the increasing spread of COVID-19 in LA County. Because the State’s Business & …

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The Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association announced that, in accordance with Governor Newsom’s Phase IV re-opening schedule, and consideration of the restrictions and guidelines in place as a result of COVID-19, they are unable to host the 2021 Rose Parade. The Tournament of Roses has plans underway for a new kind of New Year celebration …

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On Monday, July 13, 2020, at approximately 3:12 a.m., a South Pasadena Police Officer conducted a traffic stop in the 1300 block of Monterey Road. During the investigation, the officer notices several items (within the vehicle) that appeared to be suspicious and possibly stolen. Further investigation was conducted, which led to the discovery of 35 …

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LA County has approved an urgency ordinance to strengthen protections for County consumers and small businesses, and to crack down on price gouging during the COVID-19 pandemic and other emergencies. Effective immediately, the ordinance authorizes the filing of civil actions against price gougers and imposes a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per violation. If …

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  On June 12, 2020, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health released guidelines to allow film productions to resume. While the guidelines contains specific health protocols as a requirement of a film permit, local film offices may provide additional protocols that extend beyond the County guidelines. After much consideration, the City of South Pasadena will resume processing film …

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Effective today, Los Angeles County will stop certain sector operations as ordered by the State. Closures in South Pasadena include: all personal care services – including nail salons; massage & tattoo parlors; hair salons & barbershops; places of worship; gyms and fitness centers; offices of non-critical sectors; indoor malls and all indoor protests until further …

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There’s still time for FREE tax preparation before the July 15 deadline! LA County, Free Tax Prep LA and the United Ways of California have teamed up to help you learn about new refundable tax credits, calculate returns, and connect to free tax preparation services. Text “TAXCREDITS” to 211-211 to get started. One available tax service …

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