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Upcoming Events

Walking Tour of Historic Old Torrance

September 27, 2026

The free docent-led Walking Tour of Historic Old Torrance begins at the Torrance Historical Society & Museum and will point-out many historic sites, and landmarks, and share secret tidbits of info about Old Torrance (founded 1912) that you would most likely not know about unless you were on this tour!

Civil Service Commission

September 28, 2026

Civil Service Commission meetings at Council Chambers

Environmental Quality & Energy Conservation Commission Meeting

October 01, 2026

Environmental Quality and Energy Conservation Commission meetings at the Commission Meeting Room-West Annex

Mr. Jack O' Lantern's Pumpkin Patch - Torrance

October 02, 2026

Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns Pumpkin Patch returns to Torrance for the 2026 fall season from October 2 through November 1.

TorranceNow Sirens Test

October 02, 2026

An audible test of the TorranceNOW Sirens will be conducted on Friday, October 2, at 3 p.m. During this test, those in Torrance can expect to hear a wail tone along with a voice announcement: "This is only a test," followed by chimes.

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Latest News

Mayor Sharon Kalani Delivers Inaugural State of the City Address

Published on September 25, 2026

Torrance, Calif., September 25, 2026 – Mayor Sharon Kalani delivered her inaugural State of the City Address today, highlighting Torrance’s strong economic foundation, continued investment in public safety and infrastructure, growing business and new and emerging industries, and opportunities ahead under the theme “One Torrance, One Community.”

Update to Police Investigate Bomb Threat at South High School

Published on September 23, 2026

UPDATE: Working closely with school officials, Torrance Police Officers coordinated the release of students, and all South High School students were sent home safely.

Torrance Advances WWII Japanese American Incarceration Monument

Published on September 17, 2026

The Torrance City Council unanimously voted Tuesday, September 15, 2026, to move forward with the World War II Japanese American Incarceration Monument Project, a landmark memorial planned for Columbia Park that will preserve the names and stories of Japanese Americans who were unjustly incarcerated during World War II.

Police Investigate Bomb Threat at South High School

Published on September 23, 2026

Shortly after 11:30 a.m. today, the Torrance Police Department Communications Center received a call reporting multiple bombs on the South High School campus. The caller hung up on dispatchers. Officers responded immediately, and a significant police presence remains at and around the school.

Secure Their Future with the Proper Car Seat

Published on September 21, 2026

During Child Passenger Safety Week, The Torrance Police Department encourages all parents and caregivers to make sure their children are riding safely by using the correct car seats, booster seats and properly fitted seat belts.

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