Family traditions and bread made with love are central to The Old Sasoon Bakery's success

One Syrian family has brought flavor to Pasadena palates for four decades

Hollywood Hydrant Blast Sends Geyser Over Rooftops, Driver's Fate Unclear

A fire hydrant burst open near North Vista Street and Willoughby Avenue in Hollywood on Friday morning, sending a geyser of water towering over the neighborhood and flooding the streets below. The water erupted just after 10 a.m., and by the time news helicopters reached the scene minutes later, fire crews were still arriving to deal with the flow.

Democratic Socialist-Backed Candidates Win Races Across L.A. County

A “blue wave” swept the midterm elections, as Democratic candidates secured victories across the country. In Los Angeles County, democratic socialists had a particularly successful run, ushering in a new era of progressive local government. Most notably, a candidate endorsed by the L.A. chapter of Democratic Socialists of...

Preview: Battle to determine 'The Real SC' is going down in Greenville

Continuing the season against yet another ranked opponent, No. 1 South Carolina women’s basketball will face off against the No. 3 University of Southern California to determine 'The Real SC.' The game will be held at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina, at 1 p.m. Sunday. South...

West Covina High School honors and remembers veterans

On Tuesday, Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) honored and remembered veterans by hosting a reception and ceremony in the new Performing Arts Center (PAC). Veterans Day is celebrated on Nov. 11 to honor American veterans who served the country. The event started off with a complimentary breakfast...

Police asking for public’s help solving L.A. hit-and-run that seriously injured pedestrian

The Los Angeles Police Department is asking for the public’s help solving an alleged hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a pedestrian in Los Angeles on Aug. 17. The 28-year-old man was hit by a white, 4-door sedan on 62nd Street near Grand Avenue at around 12:20 a.m. The car was heading east on 62nd Street […]

Los Angeles’ most expensive private schools give wealthy students privileges most public school kids can only dream of

Los Angeles’ most expensive private schools charge nearly ninety thousand dollars in annual tuition, surpassing even the cost of public universities. These elite schools provide astonishing privileges like on-campus paleontology museums, real investment portfolios and Hollywood mentors within their elite education. Celebrities like LeBron James and Arnold Schwarzenegger choose...

LA prepares temporary ban on cold storage warehousing in Boyle Heights

The Los Angeles City Council Friday requested the city attorney to prepare and present a draft ordinance to establish a temporary ban on large cold storage warehousing and distribution uses in industrial areas of the Boyle Heights Community Plan area. In a 10-0 vote, the City Council approved a motion...

Huntington Park cafe collabs with local businesses amidst ICE raids

Cruzita’s Deli and Cafe is situated in the heart of Huntington Park. Celina Cruz is often seen working front and center, alongside her mother, Maricruz, who fixes people’s orders. Not only do they serve iced coffees and deli sandwiches, according to Celina, they provide a third space for those who feel unwelcome by the current ICE raids.

Ugarte lead drops to 41 votes in LA Council District 9 race amid ballot-tampering allegations

Jose Ugarte's lead over Estuardo Mazariegos in the race to represent District 9 on the Los Angeles City Council dropped to 41 votes Friday, as allegations of ballot-tampering fly. Ugarte leads 50.05%-49.95%, or 19,434-19,393, according to the Friday's figures from the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk. County officials estimate 15,000...

Rainbow Housing Buys Norwalk Senior Tower for $41.9M

A 185-unit senior apartment tower in Norwalk has traded hands for $41.9 million, with Rainbow Housing picking up the age-restricted property at a price of $226,678 per unit. The building, known as Norwalk Tower Apartments, sits about 16 miles from downtown Los Angeles and is reserved for residents aged 62 and older earning at or below 50 percent of the area median income.

Land, ramp closures; parking restrictions begin Sunday on SR 2

Echo Park—Caltrans work was planned to prompt overnight lane closures and parking restrictions beginning Sunday for an ongoing pavement rehabilitation project along state Route 2 in West Los Angeles, Hollywood and Echo Park. Work on the $70.2 million improvement project will take place from Sunday through next Friday on...

Mike’s Red Tacos Celebrates Pasadena Debut with Largest Grand Opening in Company History and Expanded Taco Tuesday Deal

November 13, 2026 // Franchising.com // PASADENA, Calif. — The Birria Experience has officially landed in Los Angeles. Mike’s Red Tacos celebrated its largest grand opening to date with its Los Angeles-area debut in Pasadena in October. The new flagship will also serve as the company’s national training center and Pasadena will be the home of the company’s corporate headquarters. To celebrate the opening, the brand is giving Pasadena guests even more to look forward to with an exclusive FREE taco offer tied to its expanded Taco Tuesday promotion.

USC stuck in LA following FAA ground stop, many other women's basketball teams impacted

One of the biggest women’s college basketball games of the season is in jeopardy. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday, Nov. 13 issued a nationwide ground stop for all U.S. airports following a "communication issue impacting all Air Route Traffic Control Centers," according to Sean Duffy, the transportation secretary. This Sunday, No. 3 USC is set to face No. 1 South Carolina at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina, in a nationally televised game, set for 1 p.m. ET on ABC. For Dawn Staley’s Gamecocks, Greenville is just a quick bus ride away. For Lindsay Gottlieb’s Trojans, the trip requires a cross-country flight. In a statement posted to social media on Friday evening, USC said, “We have been grounded in Los Angeles following the nationwide ground stop, per the FAA. Will provide updates as we have them.” According to a person with direct knowledge of the situation, the Trojans were on the tarmac at Los Angeles International Airport and about 10 minutes away from takeoff when the FAA order came down. The Trojans went back to the Galen Center, their home arena. After nearly four hours, the ground stop was lifted around 8:35 p.m. ET on Friday

Stags complete comeback, look to SCIAC championship game

Claremont-Mudd-Scripps (CMS) football overcame an early 10-point deficit to defeat the Azusa Pacific University (APU) Cougars 31-10 on Nov. 7 at the newly-built Patrick G. Rogan Stadium. With the win, the Stags sent their 21 seniors off with one final home victory before heading into the SCIAC championship game. Alongside...

A rivalry back on the court

Wrapping up the home opener of the 2026-27 season, Biola’s women’s basketball team clinched a victory against longtime rivals, Azusa Pacific University (APU). While this game was defensive heavy for both sides, the Eagles were able to come out on top in a close 59-42 victory over the Cougars.

Pasadena Humane seeks Thanksgiving foster homes for shelter dogs

Pasadena Humane is seeking temporary homes for large shelter dogs through its Thanksgiving Foster Sleepover program. Online registration is required by Nov. 22, or until spots fill. No fostering experience is needed; the shelter matches participants with dogs and provides supplies, guidance and support. Registered participants can pick up dogs...

LA Metrolink approves budget averting service cuts

LOS ANGELES — The Metrolink board of directors voted today (Friday, Nov. 13) to approve a fiscal 2027 budget that will maintain the commuter rail operator’s current service, thanks to a $20 million funding infusion from the California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA). The budget of $508.8 million approved by the board is an increase of [...] Read More...

Downtown LA Drenched: Thunderstorms Crash Friday Commute, Surf Turns Treacherous

Downtown Los Angeles is heading into a stormy Friday, with showers and a slight chance of thunderstorms through the morning, a second burst of rain late in the day, and a high near 74. The wet stretch is expected to continue into early Saturday, when temperatures will fall to around 57 overnight before skies clear.

Ty Dieffenbach finds Semaj Morgan for 26-yard TD, extending UCLA's lead over Illinois