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Pedestrian Dies After Hit-and-Run; LAPD Seek Public’s Help
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18-Bed Mar Vista Complex The Caswell Lists for $8.2M
The building was developed after Los Angeles’ Rent Stabilization Ordinance cutoff date and is exempt from both the city’s rent-control rules and California’s statewide rent cap law. A recently built apartment property in Mar Vista […]
Santa Monica Coastal Permitting Bill Revised After Agreement With Coastal Commission
The agreement marks a major shift from the bill’s original proposal, which drew criticism from environmental organizations and beach access advocates who argued it would reduce Coastal Commission oversight within Santa Monica’s coastal zone. A […]
Sierra Club Joins Coalition to Convert Santa Monica Airport Into Great Park
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Venice Shorts: Council Approves Bikeway Network Along Washington Blvd
According to the survey, 30% of bike riders feel unsafe and attribute that to a lack of designated lanes and parking for these vehicles. Washington Boulevard was pointed out as a priority bike lane. By […]
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Historic Venice Vanguard Lofts Listed for $7.7M
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Venice Shorts: Bikes Being Chopped in Broad Daylight?
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Venice Beach Chili Cook-Off, Paddle Chug Challenge Set for Father’s Day Weekend
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Santa Monica Launches Independent Make Music Day Chapter with Citywide Solstice Events
Five events are scheduled, including performances at the Downtown Santa Monica Metro Station, Reed Park, Palisades Park, Colorado Center Park and Beach South Lot 1. Santa Monica will host a series of free concerts and […]
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Road Repairs to Begin Tuesday in Palisades
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Will Rogers July 4th Run to Support Palisades Rebuild as Event Returns Home
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