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  • South Pasadena, CA

I'm the former editor of South Pasadena Patch. I am now a reporter for the Los Angeles Downtown News. Follow my work there at http://www.ladowntownnews.com/

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New 2013 Tax Rates and Standard Deductions

Standard deductions go up, but the ceiling for itemized deductions go down in 2013—plus other changes that will affect your taxes this year.

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New 2013 Tax Rates and Standard Deductions
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McDonald's to Close for Several Months

The Fair Oaks Avenue fast food restaurant will upgrade its decades-old building, and in the process, scrap the children's play area.

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McDonald's to Close for Several Months
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SPUSD Opposes County Clean Water Measure

If the Los Angeles County Clean Water, Clean Beaches Measure is passed, the district would have to pay $48,340 annually.

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SPUSD Opposes County Clean Water Measure
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Police Chief: Don't Drive Around the Malfunctioning Guard Arms

As the Metropolitan Transportation Authority continues to work to fix the problems plaguing train crossings in South Pasadena, Police Chief Joe Payne warns residents not to drive around the guard arms.

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Police Chief: Don't Drive Around the Malfunctioning Guard Arms
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Updated: Metro Gate Arms Functioning Again

The problems started Thursday and intermittently backed up traffic at various points around the city, causing motorists to make U-turns and zig zag around town.

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Updated: Metro Gate Arms Functioning Again
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