2028 Olympic Games

The Human Relations Commission will meet on Aug. 4 to discuss updates to its Fiscal Year 2026–2027 work plan and presentation calendar, which includes activities like tracking hate incidents, co-sponsoring United Against Hate Week, and contributing to the city’s approach to the 2028 Olympic Games. Recommendations from the Commission will be forwarded to the Pasadena City Council.

Ella Onojuvwevwo ended Nigeria’s 32-year Commonwealth medal drought at Glasgow 2026, earning praise from Fatima Yusuf-Olukoju. Her achievement has generated optimism for Nigeria’s prospects at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles.

The Rose Bowl Aquatics Center in Pasadena will host Olympic diving during the 2028 Los Angeles Games and plans upgrades like a new diving tower and pools that will remain post-Games. Executive director Melanie Sauer will present the facility's Olympic role and plans to the City of Pasadena.

The Pasadena Human Relations Commission will prioritize tracking hate incidents with the Pasadena Police Department, planning for the 2028 Olympic Games, and co-sponsoring an anti-hate week in October as part of its 2026-2027 work plan. The plan includes three broad objectives and updates to its presentation calendar.

Construction on Metro’s North Hollywood-to-Pasadena Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) line is temporarily closing and relocating Pasadena Transit bus stops along Lake Avenue, Colorado Boulevard, and Hill Avenue through the summer and fall. The changes support the first phase of station construction for a 19-mile, 22-station regional line, which began in April and is set to open before the 2028 Olympic Games.

Incumbent Robert Luna leads the primary election for Los Angeles County sheriff, with a potential re-election if he secures over 50% of the vote. The sheriff's department faces challenges including recruitment issues, excessive force complaints, and inhumane jail conditions highlighted in a lawsuit by California Attorney General Rob Bonta. The next sheriff will oversee security for the 2028 Olympic Games.

The June 2 primary for Los Angeles County Sheriff features current sheriff Robert Luna facing seven challengers amid concerns over recruitment crises, excessive force allegations, and jail conditions. The next sheriff will oversee policing in 42 cities, a $4 billion budget, and the 2028 Olympic Games security.

California Attorney General Rob Bonta warned fans about potential counterfeit tickets for the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, urging caution around ticket sales. He emphasized vigilance against scams and provided tips to avoid fraud.