Learn Dungeons & Dragons at the Library, Jan. 31
Teen Activity Hour at the Library, Feb. 2
Chamber Awards Gala themed 'Old Hollywood', Feb. 6
Pet Valentine and photo event at Sierra Subaru, Feb. 7
State of the City event at LOOK Cinemas, Feb. 10
Valentine's Day carriage rides from Library Park Feb. 14
Hum Out Loud poetry reading Feb. 24
- Brad Haugaard
The city closed the year with a net position of $74.79 million (total assets minus what it owes). That’s up $26.90 million from the prior year. Total assets alone increased $25.90 million, or 9.6 percent. The General Fund, the city’s main operating fund, ended the year with a $24.84 million balance.
Property tax revenue rose by $1.07 million and hotel occupancy tax increased by $0.97 million.
Further, the amount of money the city owes for pensions declined.
And Monrovia’s auditors, Lance Soll & Lunghard, LLP, has issued an unmodified (“clean”) opinion on the city’s financial statements, meaning they believe the statements are accurate and follow accounting standards.
- Brad Haugaard
After voting on Jan. 21 to do further study on whether to close Santa Fe Middle School - which would delay closure of the school for at least a year - the Monrovia School Board has decided to hold a special meeting to consider rescinding that vote for further study, which would again mean Santa Fe will be closed for the coming school year.
The staff reports (here and here) say that delaying the closure of Santa Fe would "undermine the District’s Fiscal Stabilization Plan that was developed to address the expenditure reductions required by the Los Angeles County Office of Education in June 2024."
- Brad Haugaard
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
At 2:01 a.m., officers patrolling the 600 block of S. Myrtle saw two suspicious subjects and made contact with them. Both subjects displayed signs and symptoms of intoxication. An investigation revealed they were both too intoxicated to care for themselves. They were arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Grand Theft
At 2:02 a.m. a caller in the 1100 block of Sesmas reported the theft of a catalytic converter. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting – Suspects Arrested
At 4:49 p.m., a caller in a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington reported a theft in progress. Officers responded and detained the suspects as they were leaving the business. They were arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft – Suspect Arrested
At 7:52 p.m., officers were dispatched to a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington regarding a theft. The subject vehicle was located a short distance away. A traffic stop was conducted and the suspect was contacted. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
At 8:04 p.m., a disturbance was reported in the 600 block of E. Olive. Officers arrived and located a male subject on a sidewalk. An investigation revealed he was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Weapon Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 10:23 p.m., while patrolling the area of Mountain and Royal Oaks and officer saw a bicyclist commit a traffic violation. A traffic stop was conducted and the bicyclist was contacted. An investigation revealed he was in possession of a loaded firearm. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft
At 10:51 a.m., a victim in the 400 block of Park Rose reported his vehicle's catalytic converter stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
At 1:27 p.m., multiple callers in the area of Foothill and Magnolia reported an intoxicated male subject walking in and out of traffic. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject who was in possession of an open container. An investigation confirmed that he was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Shoplifting
At 4:47 p.m., an employee for a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported a theft. The suspect was gone prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
At 8:08 p.m., an employee from a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported a theft. Officers arrived and located the suspect a short distance way. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Shoplifting – Suspects Arrested
At 9:52 p.m., an employee from a business in the 900 block of W. Foothill reported a theft. Officers arrived and located the suspects a short distance away. They were arrested and taken into custody.
Theft
At 4:06 p.m., a resident in the 300 block of W. Huntington reported his bicycle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 2:33 a.m., while patrolling the area of Magnolia and an officer conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of Magnolia and Evergreen after observing a vehicle commit a traffic violation. During the investigation, a vehicle search was conducted and a controlled substance was located. The subject was arrested.
Grand Theft
At 3:14 a.m., a resident in the 500 block of E. Walnut reported the catalytic converter to his vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
At 10:41 a.m., a victim in the 1000 block of S. Ivy reported fraudulent activity on her credit card. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting
At 1:25 p.m., an employee from a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported a female subject concealed merchandise and left without paying. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
At 5:06 p.m., an employee from a business in the 700 block of E. Huntington reported a male had just stolen items from the location and was walking away. A description was given and the officers located him. A short foot pursuit ensued and the officers’ were able to detain him and get him into custody without incident. A field show up was completed and he was positively identified. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Commercial Burglary
At 1:47 a.m., a business owner 1136 S Myrtle reported that two suspects were inside her shop after receiving notification from her alarm company. Officers responded within minutes; however, the suspects had fled prior to their arrival. Preliminary investigation indicated the suspects pried open the front door to gain entry and removed tools from the business. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
At 11:41 a.m., a caller in a business reported a male subject concealed items and left the business without paying. Officers arrived and located the subject attempting to flee in a vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted and the subject was contacted. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
At 2:03 p.m., a caller in a store in the 900 block of W. Foothill reported a theft. Officers located the subject as he was fleeing the store and attempted to make contact with him. The subject fled on foot, jumping over a fence and ending up in Monrovia High School. The school was notified. The subject was quickly apprehended, arrested and taken into custody.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
At 6:24 p.m., a domestic disturbance between a male and female subject was reported in the 1700 block of Encino. Officers arrived and made contact with the male subject. An investigation revealed the female subject was the aggressor, but she had fled prior to officers’ arrival. She later turned herself in. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Battery – Suspect Arrested
At 8:27 p.m., officers responded to the area of Pomona and Primrose regarding a battery in progress. Officers arrived and located the victim restraining the suspect from fleeing. An investigation revealed that the victim was walking when the unknown suspect approached him and punched him. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 1:40 a.m., an officer patrolling the 1500 block of S. Myrtle saw a vehicle commit multiple violations. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was contacted. An investigation revealed she was in possession of drug paraphernalia. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Illegal Dumping / Battery – Suspects Arrested
At 9:04 a.m., a battery was reported in the 400 block of Royal Oaks. Officers arrived and determined the female subject was illegally dumping furniture on private property when a resident confronted the female subject and pushed the furniture onto the female subject, causing an injury. Both subjects desired a private person’s arrest. They were both arrested, cited, and released at the scene.
Indecent Exposure – Suspect Arrested
At 10:44 a.m., a caller in the 200 block of W. Pomona reported a male subject climbing a fence with no clothes on. Officers arrived and located the subject a short distance away. He had stolen clothing from a nearby location. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Shoplifting
At 12:12 p.m., a loss prevention officer for a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain reported a subject stole merchandise and fled. This investigation is continuing.
Battery (Elder Abuse)
At 1:12 p.m., a resident in the 700 block of Foothill reported her son assaulted her, causing her injuries and left the location. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 2:17 p.m. a caller in the 1110 block of Fifth reported a subject in a tent. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. An investigation revealed he was in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Child Endangerment – Suspect Arrested
At 2:22 p.m., a passerby in the 500 block of W. Olive reported a female subject acting suspiciously. Officers arrived and made contact with the female subject. She was inside her vehicle acting erratically. An investigation revealed she had her child with her. She was found to be in possession of a controlled subjects and displaying sings of intoxication. A relative took custody of the child. She was arrested and taken into custody. Department of Children Family Services was notified.
Grand Theft Auto – Suspect Arrested
At 10:13 p.m., a caller in the 1400 S. Shamrock reported a suspicious vehicle to the rear of a business. Officers arrived and located the vehicle with a female subject inside. An investigation revealed she had stolen the vehicle and was also found to be in possession of DMV with her forged signature. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft / Possession of Burglary Tools / Resisting Arrest – Suspects Arrested
At 1:56 a.m., a caller in the 3300 block of Peck reported two male subjects were taking property from the callers business. Officers arrived and located both subject who fled on foot when they saw the officers. Both subjects were eventually apprehended. They were both arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft
At 7:56 a.m., a victim in the 1000 block of S. Mountain reported the theft of his vehicle’s catalytic converter. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
At 9:06 a.m., a caller in the 1400 block of S. Magnolia reported the theft of his vehicle’s catalytic converter. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
At 2:27 p.m., a resident in the 700 block of block of E. Lime reported the theft of his vehicle’s catalytic converter. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting – Suspects Arrested
At 4:40 p.m., a loss prevention officer for a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain reported a male and female subject concealed merchandise and exited the business without paying. Officers arrived and located the subjects outside the business. They were arrested and taken into custody.
Theft
At 5:11 p.m., a victim shopping in a store in the 700 block of E. Huntington reported a male subject reached into her purse and removed her wallet and cell phone. She confronted him and demanded her property back. He hesitated but gave it back to her. This investigation is continuing.
Theft / Pursuit
At 5:18 p.m., a theft was reported at a store in the 700 block of E. Huntington. An investigation revealed two female subjects stole merchandise and fled without paying. A short pursuit took place, but was terminated when the vehicle entered the freeway for public safety concerns. This investigation is continuing.
Robbery
At approximately 9:05 p.m., officers responded to a robbery in the area of Mayflower and Huntington. The victim stated he met a suspect at a smoke shop to sell a piece of jewelry. A verbal argument ensued, during which the suspect struck the victim with a glass bottle, stole the victim’s phone, and fled the area. The victim sustained minor injuries, was treated by the Monrovia Fire Department, and declined hospital transport. The investigation is ongoing
His foster family happily reported that Spackle walks nicely on leash, enjoys sniffing and exploring, and especially enjoys soaking up praise and pets. He’s very polite, seems to get along well with other dogs, and is generally calm. He’s also crate trained, mild-mannered, and very affectionate - perfect for someone looking for a loving, steady companion.
Although Spackle has had a rough start, he’s proving every day that he’s ready for a fresh chapter. If you’re looking for a gentle, loyal buddy to share your couch (and your heart), consider adopting Spackle and giving him the forever home he deserves!
The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
Walk-in adoptions are available every day from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org.
New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet.
Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
Helen Lisk Keller Baker, the mother of former City Historian Steve Baker. Helen married Robert Munson Baker in 1938 and they had three children: Stephen Robert Baker, Susan Keller and Sherry Lynn, who died very young. From the Steve Baker collection. See full details here.
To our loyal customers,
We have important news to share.
After 49 years, our landlord has decided not to renew our lease. Gene’s Grinders at 800 S Myrtle Ave will close on February 18, 2026.
This is not how we imagined this chapter ending. Over the years, this shop has been part of our everyday lives, and so many of yours. We’ve watched customers come in as kids, then, years later, walk through the door with their own children.
Every sandwich made, every lunch rush, every familiar face at the counter has meant more to us than we can put into words. So many of you started as customers and became friends.
We’re taking some time to reflect on what the future of Gene’s Grinders could look like. Our hope is that this is a “see you later,” not a “goodbye forever.”
Until then, we’ll be here, doing what we’ve always done: making grinders, catching up with our regulars, and enjoying every opportunity to see your familiar faces one more time.
If you’re able to stop by before we close, we’d truly love to see you and say thank you in person.
We’ll be open daily from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM through February 18.
Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts, for 49 years of support. Serving Monrovia has been an honor.
With love and gratitude,
- The Gene’s Grinders Family
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
According to Monrovia birder David Campbell, who has taken several photos of the bird, he has met bird watchers from Pomona, Riverside, Covina and Glendale trying to spot the elusive bird, which was seen in North Monrovia. He said bird watchers discover the location of the bird through various birding websites.
Campbell said the zone tail hawk mostly hangs out in Mexico and points south, so it is a bit unusual to spot them as far north as Monrovia.
The distinctives of a zone tail hawk, as opposed to other hawks, is its yellow beak, and a stripe across its tail, Campbell said.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Bullis began her time with Monrovia in 2003 as accounting supervisor and advancing to director in 2017. She strengthened the city's finances; increased its net position, reduced debt, secured Measure K revenue; guided operations through the pandemic, the Bobcat Fire, and Canyon Park storm recovery. her successor, Rae Bowman, has more than 13 years of finance experience, having served with the City of Huntington Beach and in the private sector. She holds economics and accounting degrees, a master’s in public administration, and CPA credentials.
- Brad Haugaard
Santa Fe Middle School to remain open at least one more year.
The Monrovia School Board voted 3 to 1 to delay consolidating Santa Fe and Clifton middle schools (closing Santa Fe) for further study. The additional study means the consolidation will not be possible for the 2026-27 school year and the district will not be able to meet its Fiscal Stabilization Plan and will need to consult with the Los Angeles County Office of Education on how to proceed.Board member Selene Lockerbie made the motion for further study. Here is her motion:
I move to amend the motion on this item to defer Board action on the superintendent’s recommendation, as follows: to direct the Superintendent to convene a Consolidation Committee, with diverse representation including parents, students, educators, labor representatives, community members, representatives from the City of Monrovia government, and appropriate Cabinet representation.
The Committee shall meet regularly and shall examine the middle school consolidation options previously presented, as well as a broader range of additional consolidation scenarios. The Committee’s work will be facilitated by an independent expert consultancy.
The Committee shall return a formal recommendation no later than the penultimate regular Board meeting at which the current Board conducts business, or earlier if its work is complete, in order for this Board to take final action at its last regular business meeting.
Low-fee dogs at Pasadena Humane Jan. 16-25
Vocal lesson for adults and teens at Library Jan. 17
Two garden workshops planned for Jan. 17 and 22
First Lutheran Church celebrates 100th birthday Jan. 18
Yarn and Fabric Hangout at the Library on Jan. 20
Volunteers wanted for homeless count, Jan. 21
Job fair at Monrovia Community Adult School Jan. 22
Jewish Federation plans holocaust remembrance event for Jan. 24-25
Garden Club meeting - Bugs and Composting, Jan. 26
Paint a picture of your pet, free class, Jan. 28
Chamber Awards Gala themed 'Old Hollywood', Feb. 6
Pet Valentine and photo event at Sierra Subaru, Feb. 7
State of the City event at LOOK Cinemas, Feb. 10
Valentine's Day carriage rides from Library Park Feb. 14
Hum Out Loud poetry reading Feb. 24
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Vandalism
At 8:43 a.m., a business in the 800 block of W. Chestnut reported their gate had been ran into by a golf cart. This investigation is continuing.
Domestic Battery – Suspect Arrested
At 10:18 a.m., a disturbance between a male and female subject was reported in the 200 block of Valle Vista. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. An investigation revealed the female subject was the aggressor. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Theft – Suspect Arrested
At 7:47 p.m., a caller in a business in the 500 block of W. Foothill reported a theft. Officers arrived and located a male subject in possession of stolen merchandise. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 1:04 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Mountain and Evergreen saw a bicyclist in violation of a vehicle code. A traffic stop was conducted and the bicyclist was contacted. He was found to be in possession of a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 4:54 a.m., a caller in an apartment complex in the 1600 block of S. Magnolia reported a male subject trespassing. Officers arrived, located the subject and made contact with him. An investigation revealed he was in possession of a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Vandalism
At 7:48 p.m., a caller in the 200 block of W. Foothill reported that his vehicle was vandalized. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Arrest – Suspect Arrested
At 1:45 a.m., while patrolling the 600 block of W. Huntington an officer saw a suspicious subject to the rear of a closed businesses. The officer made contact with the subject and discovered that the subject was in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
At 2:32 a.m., several callers in the 800 block of S. Magnolia reported a fight inside a business. Officers arrived and determined that all the parties involved were intoxicated. One male subject was determined to be too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 6:43 p.m., a caller in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported a male subject using a controlled substance. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject who was found to be in possession of the controlled substance. He was arrested and taken into custody. Later that night, the same subject was found in possession of a controlled substance again. He was again arrested and taken into custody.
Runaway Juvenile
At 9:03 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 100 block of N. Ivy regarding a juvenile who ran away. Officers conducted area checks but were unable to locate the juvenile. This investigation is continuing.
Commercial Burglary
At 9:42 p.m., a commercial burglary was reported in the 900 block of W. Huntington. Officers arrived and found a glass door broken and the interior ransacked. The suspect was gone prior to officers arriving. This investigation is continuing.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
At 12:59 a.m., a caller in the 100 block of E. Lime reported a female subject was intoxicated and refusing to leave his vehicle. Officers arrived and made contact with the female subject who was found to be too intoxicated to care for herself. She was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 1:24 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Peck and Longden saw a bicyclist in violation of a vehicle code. A traffic stop was conducted and bicyclist was contacted. The bicyclist was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 2:02 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop in the 700 block of S. Myrtle after seeing a vehicle in violation of a vehicle code. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was contacted. An investigation revealed the subject was in possession of drug paraphernalia. The driver was arrested and taken into custody.
Commercial Burglary
At 3:41 a.m., officers were dispatched to a business in the 200 block of W. Foothill for a burglary alarm activation. Officers arrived and found a broken glass door and the interior ransacked. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud / Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 6:51 p.m., officers were dispatched to a car dealership in the 700 block of E. Central regarding suspicious circumstances involving multiple subjects. Officers arrived and located a vehicle with two occupants inside. An investigation revealed the vehicle had stolen registration tabs along with tools associated with identity theft and fraud. One of the occupants was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. They were arrested and taken into custody.
No significant incidents to report.
Shoplifting
At 9:44 a.m., a loss prevention officer for a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain reported a theft. An investigation revealed a male subject fled when he noticed the loss prevention officer saw him. The subject was gone prior to officers’ arrival. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
At 11:50 a.m., a victim walked into the MPD lobby to report that unknown subjects were using his residence address to apply for credit and/or services. This investigation is continuing.
Shoplifting
At 2:29 p.m., a caller in a business in the 600 block of W. Huntington reported a female subject concealed merchandise and left without paying. Employees from the business detained her outside the business. Officers arrived and made contact with the suspect. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Fraud
At 4:46 p.m., a victim in the 200 block of S. Ivy reported that a check she placed in the mailbox was stolen and cashed by an unknown subject. This investigation is continuing.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
At 7:19 p.m., a family disturbance was reported in the 100 block of Montana. Officers arrived and made contact with the parties involved. One of the subject’s was found to be heavily intoxicated and the one causing the disturbance. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Resist / Delay
At 9:17 a.m., an officer patrolling the 700 block of W. Chestnut saw a bicyclist riding and out of traffic, causing a hazardous situation. The officer attempted a traffic stop, but the bicyclist refused to stop and fled on foot. The officers were able to locate him. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Theft
At 10:46 a.m., a victim in the 600 block of W. Huntington reported her purse was stolen after she left it unattended for a brief moment. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
At 11:14 a.m., a caller in a store in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported two male and two female subjects putting merchandise in bags and leaving without paying after the bags were filled with merchandise. The subjects were gone prior to officers arriving. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud / Scam
At 12:34 p.m., a victim in the 100 block of N. Ivy reported receiving a call from an unknown subject suggesting she was involved in a crime and requesting payment. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
At 9:57 p.m., a resident in the 800 block of W. Walnut called to report a theft. Officers arrived and determined the victim had allowed the suspect into her home to shower. While he was inside he stole property. This investigation is continuing.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
An easygoing companion, Dutchie has shown herself to be calm around kids and people in her foster home. She’s quiet, rarely barks, and can be left alone without issues. While she may need a brief moment to warm up in new situations, she quickly blossoms into a trusting, sweet, and devoted friend. Available for a 10-day adoption trial, Dutchie would thrive in a loving home — especially with a family looking for a well-behaved, cuddly, and incredibly kindhearted dog.
And there’s no better time to adopt — adoption fees for dogs 6 months and older are waived at Pasadena Humane as part of the Dog Days of Winter adoption promotion, now through January 25.
The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines. Walk-in adoptions are available every day from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org.
New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet. Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
At Monrovia High 70 percent of seniors took at least one AP Exam during high school, 44 percent scoring a three or higher (5 being the highest score) on at least one AP Exam. Nineteen percent of seniors took five or more AP Exams.
For 2025-26 the school offered 17 AP courses of study with 42 AP classes, with 16 teachers teaching AP.
Breakdown by Department:
Social Science
Thirteen classes in: European history, US history, psychology, human geography, comparative government.
English
Seven classes in English Literature and English Language.
Math
Seven classes in Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Statistics, Physics 1.
Science
Nine classes in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science.
World Language
Five classes in Spanish Literature, Spanish Language, French Language.
- Brad Haugaard
Studio picture of Mary Jane Monroe, wife of Monrovia founder William Newton Monroe, taken in 1884, when they settled in Monrovia and built their cottage. From the Monrovia Historical Museum collection. See full details here.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Pasadena Humane is offering $26 dog adoptions for animals 6 months and older during its “Dog Days of Winter” promotion, Jan. 16–25. The program includes spay/neuter, microchipping, vaccinations, a wellness exam, and pet care info. Standard adoption procedures apply. Details here.
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Nominations are open for the 2025 Older Monrovian of the Year Award. Residents may nominate individuals 60 or older who have shown exceptional service and community involvement. Submit nominations to Lauren Pagliotti at the Community Center or email her at lpagliotti@monroviaca.gov by Thursday, Jan. 29.
- Brad Haugaard
Romantic horse-drawn carriage rides along Myrtle on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14 from 4 to 9 p.m., departing from Library Park. Tickets are $40 per ride and go on sale Tuesday, Jan. 20. Call 256-8246 to reserve a spot.
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- Brad Haugaard
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Sinclair and his second wife, Mary Craig Sinclair, purchased the property in 1942, seeking a quieter setting for his writing after years in Pasadena. During his time in the city, Sinclair produced work following the success of his book, The Jungle, and was active in political and social causes. The couple lived in the house until the mid-1960s.
The property is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a National Historic Landmark. Listed for $1,999,000 by The Berns Team, Keller Wiliams Pasadena. Here.
(Historic research by Tim Gregory; photo by Erik Grammer.)Teen Game Hangout at the Library on Jan. 16
Low-fee dogs at Pasadena Humane Jan. 16-25
Vocal lesson for adults and teens at Library Jan. 17
Two garden workshops planned for Jan. 17 and 22
First Lutheran Church celebrates 100th birthday Jan. 18
Yarn and Fabric Hangout at the Library on Jan. 20
Volunteers wanted for homeless count, Jan. 21
Job fair at Monrovia Community Adult School Jan. 22
Jewish Federation plans holocaust remembrance event for Jan. 24-25
Valentine's Day carriage rides from Library Park Feb. 14
- Brad Haugaard
Grand Theft Auto
At 3:24 a.m., a resident in the 100 block of N. 5th called to report her vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft
Between 4:42 a.m. and 8:26 a.m., four residents in the 800 and 900 block of W. Walnut reported the catalytic converters to their vehicles’ stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Weapon Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 1:40 a.m., a disturbance was reported in the 100 block of S. Mayflower. Officers arrived and made contact with a male subject yelling and causing a disturbance. An investigation revealed he was in possession of brass knuckles. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
At 8:29 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 500 block of W. Huntington regarding an intoxicated male subject. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject who was found to be in possession of a controlled substance. It was determined he was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Weapon Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 10:11 p.m., while patrolling the area of Huntington and Encino an officer saw a vehicle in violation of a vehicle code. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was contacted. A computer search revealed the driver was on probation for robbery. An investigation revealed the driver was in possession of an unregistered rifle. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Resisting Arrest – Suspect Arrested
At 12:43 a.m., an officer patrolling the 1600 block of S. Myrtle saw a male subject in a park after hours, in violation of a municipal code. The officer attempted to make contact with the subject, but the subject fled on foot. The subject was located and found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 7:58 a.m., an employee from a business in the 400 block of S. Myrtle reported a subject using illegal drugs. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. The subject was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia and a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
At 3:29 p.m., a caller in the 100 block of W. Huntington requested police assistance. Officers arrived and made contact with the subject. It was determined he was too
intoxicated to care for himself. A computer search revealed he had a warrant for his arrest.
He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
At 5:30 p.m., an employee from a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported a shoplifting incident. Officers arrived and located the two suspects. They were arrested and taken into custody.
Robbery
At 10:44 a.m., a victim in the 600 block of E. Olive reported a robbery. Officers arrived and learned that the victim was in an alley when an unknown vehicle with three occupants stopped near him. He was approached by two female passengers trying to sell him jewelry, when suddenly one of the female subject forcibly removed the victim’s jewelry from him. The victim was able to wrestle the jewelry away, but one of the female subjects took a shoe and fled. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud
At 11:21 a.m., a caller in the 300 block of N. Ivy reported fraudulent activity on a friend’s bank account. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto Recovery
At 11:34 a.m., officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle in the 500 block of W. Huntington The vehicle was located parked and unoccupied. This investigation is continuing.
Residential Burglary
At 4:55 p.m., a victim in the 500 block of S. Magnolia reported a residential burglary and that property was taken. This investigation is continuing.
Welfare Check / Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
At 5:00 p.m., a caller in the area of Colorado and Shamrock requested a welfare check on a male subject slumped over a rear seat of a vehicle. Officers arrived and made contact with him. It was determined he was too intoxicated to care for himself. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.
Theft
At 8:12 a.m., a resident in the 800 block of Bonita reported their parked vehicle was broken into and property was taken. This investigation is continuing.
Fraud / Scam
At 8:39 a.m., a victim walked into the MPD lobby to report that she clicked on a link on her computer which allowed an unknown subject access to her bank account. This investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
At 11:20 a.m., a caller in the 1500 block of S. Mayflower reported leaving his vehicle on and stepping back inside his home. When he walked back outside, his vehicle was gone. This investigation is continuing.
Fire Assist
At 3:55 p.m., a resident in the 200 block of Oaks reported flames coming from a neighbor’s home. Officers arrived and quickly extinguished the fence that was on fire. MFD responded and made the area safe.
Court Order Violation
At 5:03 p.m., a victim walked into the MPD lobby to report her ex-husband was communicating with her in violation of a court order. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 9:57 p.m., an officer patrolling the area of Raymond and Pomona saw a male subject attempting to start a fire of an unknown object. The officer made contact with the subject and found the subject to be in possession of a piece of paper that was on fire. A computer search revealed he had a warrant for his arrest. A search revealed he was in possession of drug paraphernalia. He was arrested and taken into custody.
Resisting / Delaying Officer – Suspect Arrested
At 2:06 a.m., an officer in the area of Huntington and Alta Vista saw a vehicle in violation of a traffic code. A traffic stop was attempted, but the driver refused to stop, and a brief pursuit ensued. The vehicle eventually came to a stop and the officers made contact with the two occupants. The subject was arrested, cited and released at the scene.
Grand Theft Auto
At 9:10 a.m., a victim in the area of Genoa and Magnolia reported her vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.
Drug Offense – Suspect Arrested
At 10:12 a.m., a passerby in the 300 block of S. Myrtle reported a male and female subject in a park smoking a controlled substance. Officers arrived and made contact with the subjects. An investigation revealed the female subject was in possession of a controlled substance. She was arrested and taken into custody.
Theft
At 4:29 p.m., a victim shopping in the 600 block of W. Huntington reported that her wallet was stolen while she was shopping. This investigation is continuing.
Monrovia-based Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys will hold a public "Every Person Has a Name" vigil on the front steps of Pasadena City Hall from Saturday, Jan. 24, at 7 p.m. through Sunday, Jan. 25, at 8 p.m. The event, part of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, will feature a reading - in person and virtually - of the names of all the Jews who were murdered during World War II. The event opens with a ceremony featuring local officials, followed by a continuous reading of the names. An exhibition from Yad Vashem, Stars Without a Heaven: Children in the Holocaust, will be on view, along with a Sunday morning art project coordinated with Armory for the Arts. Some 30-minute name-reading blocks, in person or virtual, remain available at jewishsgpv.org or by calling (626) 445-0810.
- Brad Haugaard
The Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys is outraged and disgusted by the continued anti-Jewish and anti-Israel acts of hate that target our local community. This past Sunday, Pasadena Jewish Temple & Center (PJTC) was the latest target of this hate with the message “RIP RENEE F*CK Zionism” spray painted on a retaining wall on their property.
“For the last several years, we have witnessed an unprecedented rise of hate that has targeted the Jewish world,” explains Jason Moss, Jewish Federation’s Executive Director. “I am appalled by the message that was spray painted on the wall in front of PJTC. This is a community and congregation that is still processing and dealing with the destruction of their facility due to the Eaton Fire. This incident does more than add ‘insult to injury,’ it further illustrates the hate, portrayed in this vandalism, Jews all across the world continue to face. I just don’t think people recognize or fully comprehend what this ongoing hate and targeting is doing to our local Jewish community.”
Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys stands resolute in confronting hate and in working alongside our community partners, including PJTC and other Jewish organizations, to expose the hate we are witnessing, support those impacted, and take decisive action to stop it.
- Brad Haugaard
Studio picture of 14-year-old George Otto Monroe, son of Monrovia founder William Newton and Mary Jane Monroe. From the Monrovia Historical Museum collection. See full details here.
Echo is potty trained, crate trained, and very treat-motivated. She would thrive with patient adopters who can offer consistent engagement, gentle guidance, and a calm environment to help her continue gaining confidence. If you’re looking for a loyal, snuggly companion to grow with, Echo may be your girl!
And there’s no better time to adopt — starting this weekend, adoption fees for dogs 6 months and older are waived at Pasadena Humane as a part of the Dog Days of Winter adoption promotion.
The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.
Walk-in adoptions are available every day from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org.
New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet. Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
