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08/29/2025

“What I think we are seeing right now is Trump is attempting to build his own paramilitary force. They want people whose first, ultimate loyalty in this job is going to be to the president.” says Radly Balko, author of “Rise of the Warrior Cop: The Militarization of America’s Police Forces.”

Balko’s been tracking the changes at ICE and the Trump administration’s escalating law-and-order tactics on his excellent newsletter, The Watch.

Brace yourself, and watch/listen to this terrifying episode:

ICE now has the biggest budget of any law enforcement agency in America.“ICE and Customs and Border Protection have long been the most rogue, kind of renegad...

08/05/2025

Trump’s reckless financial leadership drags world markets into deep murky waters. Why does congress allow this?!

Renowned economist Jeffrey Sachs tore into Donald Trump’s latest tariff threats, branding them “Mickey Mouse economics” and accusing the former president of ...

08/01/2025

Tragic outcome to a catastrophic US federal implosion.

Access to the news link below is free because of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, which funnels federal money to public media stations, says it's winding down operations after President Trump signed a law rescinding all funding.

07/27/2025

A fair economy means everyone contributes their share. Even millionaires agree. When wealth soars, so should responsibility.
True prosperity is shared. Let equity rise.

Published: 17th January 2024 Polling comes as 260 millionaires and billionaires sign new letter, directed at political leaders attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, saying they would be “Proud To Pay More” in taxes. A staggering new poll has revealed that support for higher taxes on wealt...

07/17/2025

Why don’t affluent individuals volunteer to pay more in taxes? If the wealthy adopted Eno's philosophy, human beings might be a more equitable and kinder species.

'If they want to leave the UK, then... off'This week we met the musician and record producer Brian Eno who told us that super rich people should be happy to...

07/17/2025

It’s time to address the casual brutality withering the American heart.

Larry Summers, fmr. Secretary of the Treasury under President Clinton, says the cuts to Medicaid in Pres. Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill display “casual brutalit...

06/24/2025

“Repair the Air” DIY Air Filter Workshop
Wednesday, June 25, from 2-4 p.m.

Altadena Public Library
600 E Mariposa St Altadena CA 91001
Community Room

This workshop will guide you as you make EPA-endorsed Air Filters effective against many fire-related toxins now in your home or workspace (https://www.epa.gov/air-research/research-diy-air-cleaners-reduce-wildfire-smoke-indoors).

Provided: Instruction and all supplies (20” x 20” fan; 4” MERV 13 filter; air-tight cover), so you can make more later and teach others!

This environmental justice action will repair the air for decades, with occasional replacement of detachable MERV 13 filters.

Space is limited, so register below!
Teens are welcome.

RSVP HERE: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/repair-the-air-tickets-1407790532379

In partnership with IKAR Green Action Environmental Justice minyan tzedek

02/01/2025

Poet RON KOERTGE discusses WHAT SHE WANTS: POEMS ON OBSESSION, DESIRE, DESPAIR, EUPHORIA with author KIM DOWER at Vroman’s Pasadena today at 4-5pm

Kim Dower, in conversation with Ron Koertge, discusses What She Wants: Poems on Obsession, Desire, Despair, Euphoria Obsessive love has never been so much fun! What She Wants: Poems on Obsession, Desire, Despair, Euphoria is a powerful tribute to the intensity of obsessive love, told through the tra...

01/24/2025

💓 WHEN HELPERS NEED HELP
My dear friend Jen Seifert, who has given so much to others, now needs us. After being evacuated during the Altadena fires, she and her family are facing the overwhelming task of rebuilding what was lost. These are the people who quietly show up for others in times of need—friends whose love and generosity are deeply felt in our community. Helping them now means that kindness will keep flowing to others, as it always has.
• Donate funds to help them rebuild—every dollar helps.
• Offer meals, gift cards, or supplies to ease their day-to-day burdens.
• Share their story—spreading the word is powerful.

I’m attaching a link to their online fundraiser. Thank you for being the amazing community you are 💓

Please help support my friend Jen Seifert and her family with fire relief … Shelley Honigbaum needs your support for Support Jen Seifert's Fire Relief Journey

01/17/2025

LOCAL RESOURCE for families impacted by the Eaton Fire can sign up youth and teens for FREE LA County Parks’ Care Camps, which are Monday - Friday through the end of January. Altadena Library staff will be on site helping at the camps as the library remains closed.

Register at parks.lacounty.gov/care-camps; LA County Parks & Recreation will contact you with more information.

01/13/2025

LAist 89.3 is LIVE 24/7 and a valuable resource for all Angelenos. In addition to the radio station and the app, their website features a comprehensive list of shelters, childcare support, pet animal resources, and balanced science-focused content. (Pasadena's KPCC 🥰)

Here’s where to find shelter, food, childcare, and more.

01/12/2025

Hello neighbors! LA County recently hosted a community meeting at PCC on January 12, 2025, with valuable information on safety, local resources, and utility updates. See the link below. Stay safe, and stay connected.