The annual Rose Parade began at 8 am on Wednesday, Jan. 1, as the streets were crowded with spectators watching the floats roll down Colorado Blvd.
SPUSD experienced a district-wide three-day closure due to power outages from strong winds and dangerous air quality levels.
Newly elected city council members Omari Ferguson and Sheila Rossi were sworn in alongside the returning Jon Primuth. The council also elected Janet Braun and Rossi to be the mayor and mayor pro tem for 2025 respectively.
High school and middle school students united to captivate their audience in the 2024 Winter Concert.
The Tigers, ranked 88 in California, have an overall season record of 21-11.
The council decided to push the consideration of an affordable housing in-lieu fee to an unspecified date in February next year due to concerns about a lack of community involvement.
In the game the Tigers’ entire season had been building toward, South Pasadena came up from behind to take hold of the prized State Championship title.
South Pasadena dominated the CIF Southern Section Finals, with the girls’ team securing their first-ever championship title and the boys’ securing a strong second-place finish. The Tigers now have their sights set on State Championships in Fresno.
Football’s season abruptly ended after a 58-7 loss against Silverado.
South Pasadena’s cross country teams raced to victory at the CIF Prelims, showcasing their determination and teamwork on the way to CIF Finals.
Girls’ water polo steamrolled St. Lucy’s 16-4 on Tuesday, Nov. 19.
The mayor detailed the city’s accomplishments in the last year and the city’s goals moving forward.
South Pasadena will play in the State Championship Southern Section Final on Tuesday, Nov. 19.
Football came on top in an uncertain Quarter Final match against Valley View, winning 34-31 and advancing to the Semi Final.
The Tigers took the win against High Tech Mesa, easily winning in three sets. They move on to the Regional Semi Final.