Altadena

Local Altadena Bishop Rallies ‘Altadena Not For Sale’ Against Hungry Land Buyers

Lifeline Fellowship Christian Center was reduced to ashes after the Eaton Fire decimated Altadena in January. Now, buyers are targeting vulnerable business owners like churches to take what lies beneath the rubble.
05/20/2025

Unromanticizing the Struggle: The Grim Reality of Mental Health After Surviving the Altadena Wildfire

'Haus of Vicious' actress Avise Parsons recounts the terrifying moments that led to a forced evacuation from her home in the historic Black community of Pasadena and how she’s managing her mental well-being over 90 days later.
05/19/2025

Two Dragons Martial Arts Studio Burned Down in the Eaton Fire. Now Its Owner is Fighting to Maintain Its Legacy

Black martial arts instructor and owner of Two Dragons Martial Arts, Sipoo Shelene Hearring, lost everything in the blaze—her studio, home, and peace of mind. But she's not giving up on her community or her calling.
05/15/2025

4 Months After the Eaton Fire, This Family Is Learning to Navigate a New Normal

For Terica Roberts and her sons Gavin, 16, and Grayson, 10, who is visually impaired, adjusting to life following unimaginable trauma is only the beginning of a long journey ahead.
05/14/2025

What The Fire Left Behind: The Little Red Hen Coffee Shop Fights to Rise Again in Altadena

Founded by a Black woman in 1970 and beloved by legends and locals alike, The Little Red Hen Coffee Shop is rising from the ashes of the Eaton Fire—owner Barbara Shay shares what it takes to rebuild a legacy.
05/12/2025
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Altadena: What The Fire Left Behind

It's been three months since the Eaton fire ravaged parts of Altadena, California, and we're checking in with families and businesses.
05/12/2025

Altadena Community Preservation Fund Launched to Support Homeowners Impacted by Eaton Fire

BET Media Group, NAACP, JSSK, and WME launch the Altadena Community Preservation Fund to aid homeowners and prevent displacement after the Eaton Fire.
02/06/2025

Two LA Women Turn Passion into Purpose, Supporting Plus-Size Fire Victims

After the Eaton Fire devastated their community, Christa Cole and Paija Hudson founded "Sincerely, 2 LA Girls," a nonprofit providing customized care packages for plus-size individuals often overlooked by traditional donation efforts.
02/05/2025

Barbering Through the Flames: Jayson Fernandez Uplifts Altadena After Eaton Fire

Despite losing his home, "Jayson the Barber" provides free haircuts and hope to wildfire survivors, ensuring self-care remains a cornerstone of healing in Altadena.
01/28/2025

After the Flames: A Family Fights to Rebuild Their Legacy in Altadena

In an emotional interview, Aurielle Hall opens up about losing her multi-generational home in the Eaton Fire and shares her hopes for rebuilding her family’s future.
01/28/2025

'I Lost Everything': Altadena Mom is Homeless After the Devastating Eaton Fire

Adrienne Lett discusses the road to recovery, an uphill battle filled with loss, resilience, and hope for a return to the town she calls home.
01/24/2025