News July 14, 2020

Edify TV: Renaming UCLA Steps

by Yo Venice Staff

Learn about calls to rename an iconic set of steps at UCLA in this video made possible by School of Rock.

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Crime October 1, 2021

Playa Vista Shooting Caught on Video

by Yo Venice Staff

LAPD investigating September 21 incident By Chad Winthrop Venice-area detectives are asking for the public’s help in providing any information that would lead to the identification of the suspects involved in a shooting that was […]

News April 21, 2020 1

Venice Public Schools Providing Students Meals and Devices

by Yo! Venice Contributor

By Nick Melvoin, District 4 Representative for the Los Angeles Unified School District At 8am on Monday, I was at Webster Middle School in West LA, but not, of course, to check-in on classes. Nearly […]

News March 11, 2024

Michelle Pfeiffer and David Kelley Buy Palisades Mansion for $10.6M

by Yo Venice Staff

The property boasts a grand formal entryway, a sweeping staircase, and a vaulted ceiling Actress Michelle Pfeiffer and TV producer David E. Kelley added another luxurious property to their real estate portfolio, recently acquiring a […]

News October 20, 2023

(Video) Sneak Peek of Santa Monica’s “Day of the Dead” Festival

by Yo Venice Staff

The traditional Día de los Muertos is coming back to Third Street Promenade @yovenicenews Sneak Peek of Santa Monica’s “Day of the Dead” Festival. The traditional Día de los Muertos is coming back to Third […]

Food & Drink January 19, 2023

Market Report: Seasonal Squash

by Juliet Lemar

Learn about two squashes currently available at the Santa Monica Farmers Market. @yovenicenews What’s in season at the farmers market? #farmtotablekitchen #farmtotableexperience #shoplocal #shopfarmersmarkets #localmarket #localfarmersmarket #farnersmarketday #farmersmarketlife #whatsinseason #seasonalingredient #farmersmarketfinds @julietlemar ♬ Happy – […]

News January 21, 2023

Eccentric and Exotic Snack Shop Opens in Venice

by Juliet Lemar

Mr. Exotix International Snack Store is giving guests a fun place to lounge and enjoy snacks from around the world. @yovenicenews Eccentric and Exotic Snack Shop Opens in Venice #internationalsnacks #strangesnacks #localbusiness #shoplocal #snacks #localfoodie […]

News November 29, 2020

Edify TV: 22-Story Office Building Planned for Westside

by Yo Venice Staff

Learn about plans to bring a 22-story office building to the Westside in this video made possible by Santa Monica College.

News September 3, 2024

Excessive Heat Warning Issued for Los Angeles as Temperatures Soar to 110 Degrees

by Yo Venice Staff

Citywide Emergency Plan Activated; Cooling Centers and Safety Resources Available The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for the Los Angeles region, set to begin at 11 a.m. on Wednesday and continue […]

Dining July 19, 2023

Central American Restaurant to Replace James Beach Space

by Yo Venice Staff

The Menu Will Center Around Seafood With a Focus on Raw Preparation A new upscale eatery called Si! Mon is set to open at 60 N Venice Boulevard, unit #4, in the former James Beach […]

Hard February 28, 2025

EPA Deems Thousands of Palisades Properties Too Dangerous for Clearing

by Yo Venice Staff

The deferred properties, which contain conditions too hazardous for standard removal teams, will be addressed in Phase 2 under the oversight of USACE The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed its initial phase of […]

News July 18, 2025

Santa Monica College to Perform “Seussical (Theatre for Young Audiences)”

by Yo Venice Staff

The 75-minute family-friendly musical, set in the Jungle of Nool, follows Horton the elephant as he protects a speck of dust containing the Whos The Santa Monica College Theatre Arts Department will present Seussical TYA […]

News March 18, 2021

Gray Whale Dies After Washing up on Dockweiler Beach

by Sam Catanzaro

25-foot gray whale determined deceased Wednesday By Sam Catanzaro A 25-foot gray whale that washed up Dockweiler Beach near Marina del Rey this week has been declared deceased. According to the Los Angeles County Fire […]

News December 29, 2021

Lawmakers Look to Curb ‘Growing Wall of Illegal Vendors’ on Santa Monica Pier

by Sam Catanzaro

“This issue isn’t about illegal vending, it’s about our community values,” says Councilmember Lana Negrete By Dolores Quintana and Sam Catanzaro Santa Monica City Council is looking at ways to regulate unlicensed food vendors on […]

Hard January 27, 2026

City Attorney Seeks Funds to Oppose Venice Dell Project, Developer Says

by Yo Venice Staff

Venice Community Housing, a nonprofit developer, said the continued legal opposition threatens the project’s viability and could put the city at risk of losing state funding The Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office is set to […]

Hard February 5, 2025

Dead Body Found on Sands of Venice Beach, Investigation Underway

by YoVenice

A death investigation is underway By Zach Armstrong A death investigation is underway after local officials discovered a dead body on the sands of Venice Beach on Wednesday morning, authorities confirmed. On February 5 just […]

Hard August 26, 2025

Santa Monica Police Chief Resigns, Deputy Chief Fills Role

by Yo Venice Staff

City Manager Chi praised Batista’s leadership, stating, “His dedication and vision have positively shaped our Police Department.” Santa Monica Police Chief Ramón Batista announced his resignation late Friday, August 22 after nearly four years leading […]