Wednesday, April 9, 2025

KBLA Talk 1580 To Host Town Hall On Eaton/Altadena Fire Recovery in Pasadena

James Farr host of the one-hour weekly live program “Conversation Live: Altadena Rising” on KBLA.

Radio station continues coverage of disaster’s impact on local Black community with 100-day reflection event

[Correction: The original headline indicated this event is today; it is not; it will be held next Wednesday.—Editor]

KBLA Talk 1580 will host and broadcast a community town hall titled “The Eaton/Altadena Fire: 100 Days and Counting” on Wednesday, April 16 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Robinson Park Recreation Center in Pasadena. The event aims to reflect on the aftermath of the fire and address critical questions about the community’s path forward.

“This event is part of KBLA Talk 1580’s continuing coverage of the fire, the aftermath, and its long-term impact on the Black community in Altadena,” the station said in its announcement.

The Town Hall will feature a panel of survivors, community leaders, activists, and experts.

KBLA personalities Tavis Smiley, Dominique DiPrima, and Nii-Quartelai Quartey will participate in the discussion.

James Farr, host of the one-hour weekly live program “Conversation Live: Altadena Rising,” the station’s dedicated program tracking Altadena’s recovery, will join as a panelist.

Farr’s program has become a “definitive source for tracking Altadena’s recovery, amplifying survivor voices, and holding power accountable,” according to the station.

The event will be simulcast live on KBLA Talk 1580 and the station’s YouTube channel. Quinn Emanuel Trial Lawyers is sponsoring the town hall in part.

The community gathering is free and open to the public, but registration is required on the station’s website at KBLA1580.com. Light refreshments will be served following the event, as noted in the promotional materials.

Supporting organizations include Leimert Park, Pasadena Community Coalition, and SURVIVANTS.