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Artist Kendall Johnson has had a lot to think about over the past decade. But the subject matter to which the 81-year-old returns most often remains constant: Johnson’s Pasture. The 186-acre plot of land, now part of Claremont Hills Wilderness Park, belonged to his family until about 1956. Johnson will return to it at 6 p.m. Saturday, March 7, when his exhibit, “Johnson’s Pasture: Returning to Listen,” opens at Claremont Heritage’s Ginger Elliott Gallery. Courier photo/Andrew Alonzo
A U.S. District Court has set a final pretrial conference hearing for May 20, 2026, with a jury trial beginning as soon as June 8, 2026, for a civil case that names former Claremont Police Department officer Gabriel Arellanes, the City of Claremont, and 10 city employees, alleging sexual battery and civil rights violations and seeking up to $25 million in damages. Courier file photo
Former Claremont Police Department officer Gabriel Arellanes, accused of felony forced oral copulation after a February 2024 arrest of a Highland woman, is due to be arraigned in Rancho Cucamonga Superior Court next Wednesday, April 30. Courier photo/Andrew Alonzo
The last few weeks have been a rollercoaster for Newcomers Access Center Board President Anne Thorward. “Our clients are very frightened,” Thorward said. “They’re scared. They’re uneasy. They don’t know what’s going to happen.” But the Claremont nonprofit continues to do the work it set out to do at its founding eight years ago: helping immigrants and refugees find their footing in the United States. Courier photo/Andrew Alonzo
Congratulations to Alexandra Cira-Campbell, one of just four readers who correctly identified last week’s “Where am I?” as the “Be kind” fence display at Vista del Valle Elementary School in Claremont, a good reminder for all of us. Alexandra is now entered into the year-end drawing for a one-year subscription to everyone’s favorite award-winning local newspaper, the Claremont Courier. So, “Where am I” this week? Email your answer, full name, and city of residence — and suggestions for future mystery photos — to contest@claremont-courier.com for your chance to win. Courier photo/Tom Smith
“The ‘make America healthy again’ movement has garnered attention for its promises to address the nation’s health challenges. There is no question the U.S. health care system is failing. Something needs to change. But MAHA exploits fears, oversimplifies complex health issues, and manipulates public sentiment for financial gain, rather than genuinely improving health outcomes.”
The CUSD Board heard the results of a survey of students, staff, and parents on their preferences on a proposed start date shift from the last Wednesday in August to mid-August at its April 17 meeting. Of the 3,706 responses, 1,634 were in support of the shift, 1,464 were not, and 608 had no preference. Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services Julie Olesniewicz, pictured, also delivered an update to the district’s 2024-27 local control accountability plan. Courier photo/Andrew Alonzo
Zadie Takanashi, 3, fills her basket with eggs during Saturday’s spring celebration at Memorial Park. Courier photo/Andrew Alonzo
Laurie Ciszek pins the chief’s badge on Mike Ciszek, her husband and Claremont Police Department’s 14th chief, during an April 17 ceremony. Courier photo/Andrew Alonzo
Hundreds of anti-Trump administration demonstrators occupied the intersection of Indian Hill and Foothill Boulevards in Claremont on April 19, protesting recent White House policies and actions impacting the nation’s democracy. The demonstration, dubbed the No Kings protest, comes 250 years after beginning the American Revolutionary War. Courier photo/Andrew Alonzo
The Claremont Educational Foundation’s Night of Magic and Comedy on April 16 at Padua Hills Theatre raised more than $20,000. All proceeds will help ensure that every student at every school receives an impactful and achievement-filled education from Claremont Unified School District.
On March 26, Claremont Graduate University announced that Trevor Anthony, a Ph.D. candidate at CGU’s School of Arts and Humanities, would head the Drucker House Museum as its first executive director.
The signs in the front yard not far from my house are, if nothing else, insistent. They yell out at me every time I go by.
Pomona College’s Alumni Association Board will honor six alumni for their professional achievements and service to the college during alumni weekend, Thursday, May 1 through Sunday, May 4.
By Peter Weinberger | pweinberger@claremont-courier.com Electric bikes have become a hot topic — largely due to safety concerns, especially when riding around other people. And that’s nearly all the time. Yes, e-bikes are regulated, but enforcement is difficult, especially when it comes to limiting power and speed. As a longtime e-bike rider, and having lived […]
On April 9, 26-year United States Representative Grace Napolitano of California’s 31st Congressional District announced her donation of congressional archives to the University of La Verne, which will be on display for free from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays at Wilson Library, 2040 Third St., through Thursday, May 1. A return engagement is set from Sunday, June 1 to Tuesday, July 15