The City of Glendale and other cities countywide have seen an increase in catalytic converter thefts. Since January 2015, the Glendale Police Dept. has investigated 28 catalytic converter thefts involving primarily Honda and Toyota sedans. The thefts are occurring mostly during the overnight hours in residential neighborhoods. Thieves typically steal this car part from vehicles […]
On Friday, July 17 detectives arrested 33-year-old Jose Callejas of Glendale for multiple counts of sexual assault on a minor, a 13-year-old female victim from Glendale. Callejas and the minor met in a chat forum online and engaged in conversations that were sexual in nature. The police investigation began on Thursday, July 16 when the […]
GYA Prepares for Annual Awards Ceremony The Glendale Youth Alliance will be holding its 22nd annual Employees of Tomorrow luncheon and awards ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Brandview Ballroom in Glendale. The following awardees will be recognized: Community Partnership Award recipient is Apryle Brodie, Path Ventures Corporate Partnership […]
By Brandon HENSLEY Drivers have no doubt seen by now the construction on the Foothill (210) Freeway, both east- and westbound. During the July 16 Crescenta Valley Town Council meeting, an engineer from Caltrans discussed the construction, which began in April and is scheduled to end in March 2018. Project manager Reza Fetah told the […]
By Jason KUROSU The Glendale Unified School District is exploring exchanging property with developers for a new administration building, an idea that board of education members believe will streamline district operations efficiently and prevent a more costly renovation process in the future. At the July 14 board of education meeting, GUSD board members discussed a […]
By Jason KUROSU The limbo state of Montrose’s Rockhaven Sanitarium received widespread attention this past week when the story of the former women’s sanctuary was covered by outlets like National Public Radio and L.A. Weekly magazine. Rockhaven’s history as a safe haven for women and its current state, a city-owned property that some hope will […]
July 15 2500 block of Upper Terrace in La Crescenta, a 38-year-old transient was arrested for trespassing and public intoxication. Deputies responded to a call concerning trespassing and found the suspect sitting on a block wall at the driveway of the residence. He reportedly told the deputy he was there to help his friend move. […]
By Charly SHELTON The need for blood donations always seems to be high, but it is even more so in the summer months. More cars on the road mean more accidents, more injuries and an increased need for donor blood to save the lives of those who might otherwise die. In response, the Crescenta Valley […]
After a cancellation due to lightning, Southern California’s most popular car show is returning for its 22nd year on Saturday, Aug. 29 in Downtown Glendale! Stroll down Brand Boulevard to see the over 350 classic pre-1980 cars. Display booths and activities for the kids will make this evening one of the best entertainment options of […]