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The Federal Emergency Management Agency approved the extension following a request from California, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced. Federal officials have extended housing assistance deadlines for survivors of the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, including the devastating […]
If approved by voters, the measure would create a one-time exemption from the transfer tax for residential property owners whose homes were damaged or destroyed in the Palisades Fire. The Los Angeles City Council voted […]
District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman said the cases highlight the ongoing danger posed by illegal explosives. Los Angeles County prosecutors are stepping up enforcement against illegal fireworks and explosives ahead of the July 4 holiday, […]
New partnerships with U.S. Soccer’s Soccer Forward Foundation and LAUSD aim to increase access to youth soccer through schools, parks and community programs ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. More than 100 Los Angeles-area […]
Investigators said a white sedan traveling westbound on Victory Boulevard struck a woman who was crossing the roadway. Authorities are investigating a hit-and-run crash in North Hollywood that left a pedestrian dead after she was […]
Ticketed Swiss-themed event set for Nov. 2, through Jan. 15, 2027, expected to draw 250,000 to 400,000 visitors. The Santa Monica City Council has approved a license agreement with Swiss Xmas Inc. to transform the […]
The Los Angeles County Fire Department, in coordination with the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority, expects to burn vegetation near Santa Maria Road and Dirt Mulholland Road. Fire officials plan to conduct a prescribed burn […]
City officials, including members of the LAPD, made a significant and coordinated effort to remove debris and some of the illegally parked vehicles. By Nick Antonicello It was a major victory today for Washington Blvd […]
Work zones will pause for Independence Day holiday weekend; restrictions in effect through Thursday with reduced speeds and overnight paving. Caltrans has scheduled lane closures and traffic restrictions along Pacific Coast Highway and Topanga Canyon […]
Mexico made history last night! El Tri defeated Ecuador 2-0 — their first World Cup knockout win in 40 years. Venice locals watched at La Cabana to mark the occasion.
Environmental group backs Measure LC-compliant plan for 192-acre public park following the airport’s scheduled 2028 closure The Sierra Club has joined the Santa Monica Great Park Coalition to push for the conversion of Santa Monica […]
Mayor Torosis will deliver the address, outlining accomplishments from the past year and discussing priorities for 2027. Santa Monica will hold its annual State of the City event on July 23 with an open-street gathering […]
Lion had reportedly been harassing his Jewish neighbors for weeks, including allegedly telling the rabbi’s wife, “I hate you, Jews. You killed my lord and savior.” Bruce Alfred Lion, 64, an heir to one of […]
Gott’s Roadside serves a menu of burgers, sandwiches, salads, tacos, organic shakes and other items, along with a selection of California wines and craft beers. Gott’s Roadside has set a fall 2026 opening date for […]
The situation is so toxic that parents with small children are now avoiding this area, writes Nick Antonicello. By Nick Antonicello Triangle Park, a longtime recreational playground for children, has now become overnight lodging for […]
Workshop hosted by Venice Canals Association promotes hazing techniques, scare sticks and community reporting as sightings increase in the neighborhood Residents of the Venice Canals gathered for a workshop on coexisting with urban coyotes, as […]