Perez slams Trump following death of man fleeing ICE
State Sen. Sasha Renée Pérez (D-Pasadena, Altadena, Arcadia, Burbank, Claremont, Duarte, Glendale, La Cañada Flintridge, South Pasadena, Upland) demanded the Trump Administration stop its deadly immigration raids and comply with the federal court ruling following yesterday’s death of a man who was hit and killed on the 210 Freeway as he tried to flee federal agents raiding a Home Depot in Monrovia.
According tp Monrovia City Manager Dylan Feik, who confirmed the death of the man, Monrovia police received reports at 9:43 a.m. of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents approaching the Home Depot. The man, who has not been identified as of post time, fled and entered the 210 Freeway, where he was struck and killed.
“President Trump’s terror campaign has taken another life. My heart goes out to the family of the man killed today on the 210 freeway in my district. There is such incredible fear in our immigrant communities, so much so that people will run into freeway traffic out of fear when all they want is a chance to support their family and seek the American Dream,” said Pérez.
“The bottom line is these violent, sweeping raids should not be happening. The Trump Administration is violating a federal court order by continuing to conduct deadly roving immigration raids within the area of the U.S. District Court’s Central District of California that includes Los Angeles County. These raids have been ruled to be illegal racial profiling by a federal judge and the Trump Administration has been ordered to comply with a temporary restraining order.
“How many more brown-skinned people have to die before the President will obey the law? There is a better way. Comprehensive immigration reform that both parties work on is the only solution. I renew my call to pursue this path and stop the terror.”
Horvath, Bass launch campaign to rebuild Palisades-Malibu YMCA
LA County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass yesterday joined local leaders to launch the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles’ new $25 million capital campaign to rebuild the Palisades-Malibu YMCA.
The Pali Y, which was destroyed in January’s wildfires, had long served as a vital hub for youth development, wellness, and community connection.
“Community isn’t just about the homes we live in—it’s also about the places where we come together, where we build relationships, and where we watch our children grow,” said Horvath. “The Palisades-Malibu YMCA has long been one of those beloved gathering spaces, and its loss after the fires remains deeply felt. Today’s launch is more than just a construction milestone—it’s a symbol of recovery, resilience, and hope. I’m proud to invest in rebuilding the new Lowe Family YMCA and to stand with this community as we restore what was lost. This is a vital step toward healing—and a powerful reminder that we will be back in community, together, soon.”
Bass said that rebuilding the Palisades is about more than just getting families home – it’s about restoring the community spaces and local institutions that make up the heart of the community.
“With today’s announcement, we’re taking another step forward to rebuilding the Palisades more resiliently than before, from residential properties to key community spaces like the Pali Y, so they can continue serving the community for generations to come,” Bass said.
Malibu Mayor, City of Malibu hosts Safety and Preparedness Fair
Malibu Mayor Marianne Riggins and the City of Malibu this week invited community members of all ages to attend the 7th Annual Safety and Preparedness Fair, which will be held in September—also National Preparedness Month.
This free, family-friendly event helps residents and businesses prepare for wildfires, earthquakes, floods, and other Malibu disasters.
“The Safety Fair is a fun, hands-on way for people of all ages to learn about life-saving skills, products and services, and build relationships with the emergency responders that keep our community safe,” said Riggins. “Malibu knows what it means to endure disasters, and as we continue to recover from the devastating Broad, Franklin and Palisades Fires, we must continue to look ahead and constantly strive for community-wide preparedness. When we all come together and do our parts, we can be ready, strong, and resilient for our next disaster.”
The City is emphasizing “shared responsibility” for preparedness with community members, the City, and our emergency agency partners all playing a crucial role. The Safety Fair is an excellent way for residents and businesses to work on their preparedness responsibility, whether they are just getting started, or looking to take their preparedness to the next level.
The event is slated from 11 am to 5 pm, Saturday, September 6 at Malibu City Hall. More details about the Safety Fair are available at www.MalibuCity.org/SafetyFair.
For more information about preparedness for wildfires, earthquakes and other disasters, contact the Malibu Public Safety Office at 310-456-2489 or email PublicSafety@MalibuCity.org.
Friedman decries fed cuts to Project Angel Food
U.S. Rep. Laura Friedman (D-Burbank, Glendale, West Hollywood, Hollywood) visited the construction site of Project Angel Food’s new Chuck Lorre Family Foundation Campus this week to decry federal budget cuts that will impact the nonprofit’s programming.
The $51.5 million expansion will double the organization’s capacity to deliver medically tailored meals to people across Los Angeles County with serious illnesses. In recent months, Project Angel Food has lost more than $500,000 in federal investments. This includes a 30% reduction in HIV/AIDS grants totaling $340,000 and eliminating FEMA emergency food funds totaling $175,000.
While private donors and foundations have helped bridge the immediate shortfall, the ongoing uncertainty threatens programs like CalAIM, which provides medically tailored meals to low-income patients through partnerships with local healthcare providers.
“Touring the site of Project Angel Food’s new campus makes it clear how much this expansion will mean for countless people across our community,” said Friedman. “Just like I was able to unfreeze federal HIV prevention investments, I’ll keep fighting Trump’s cuts to this incredible organization that keeps thousands of Angelenos healthy and out of the hospital system. These meals save lives, reduce healthcare costs, and strengthen our entire community.”
