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Lanes Closed, Parking Restricted Along SR-2 in West LA, Hollywood and Echo Park Through July 18
The work is part of a $70.2 million multimodal pavement rehabilitation project designed to extend the roadway’s lifespan. Caltrans will implement overnight lane closures and around-the-clock parking restrictions next week along portions of State Route […]
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Six Arrested in Lobster Poaching Sting at Santa Monica Pier
Officers, aided by specially trained canines, located lobsters hidden in duffel bags, backpacks, vehicles and even a baby stroller. California wildlife officers arrested six people for lobster poaching at the Santa Monica Pier, months after […]
LA Leaders Request $15.7B in Wildfire Relief from Congress
The officials highlighted President Trump’s stated commitment with disaster efforts, but noted the absence of specific provisions in the administration’s proposal. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and County Supervisor Kathryn Barger are pressing members of […]
Compton Man Charged with Murder After July 4th Block Party Shooting
If convicted as charged, Jones faces up to 117 years to life in state prison. A 54-year-old Compton man has been charged with murder after authorities say he opened fire at a Fourth of July […]
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PCH Steel-and-Concrete Estate ‘The Infinity’ Goes on Market for $42M
Walls of glass open to panoramic Pacific Ocean views, with interiors guided by Feng Shui principles and inspired by Japanese design elements. A striking oceanfront estate known as “The Infinity,” designed by architect Ed Niles […]
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Two-Story Mediterranean Estate on the Rim of Will Rogers Park Lists for Nearly $13M
The 6,732-square-foot home, featuring five bedrooms and seven bathrooms, sits on an approximately 16,000-square-foot lot in a gated cul-de-sac. A Mediterranean-style estate perched on the rim above Will Rogers State Park in the exclusive Palisades […]
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Dogtown Skateboards to Mark 50th Anniversary With Art Exhibit
Dogtown originated in the 1970s in the Venice and Santa Monica area, where skaters adapted surf styles into aggressive, street-oriented skateboarding. Dogtown Skateboards will mark its 50th anniversary with an art show and party at […]
Newsom Signs Overhaul of California’s Fragmented School Governance System
Bill creates appointed Education Commissioner to run state Department of Education and expands elected superintendent’s authority across K-12 and higher education. Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed legislation overhauling California’s fragmented K-12 education governance system, creating […]
Over 150 Beers to Be Sampled at This Year’s LA Brewsology Festival
The festival will allow guests to explore the California Science Center while sampling brews. More than 50 breweries and 150 beers will be available for sampling during the 2026 Los Angeles Brewsology festival at the […]
13 Bookstores to Participate in Inaugural LA Indie Book Crawl
Participants can earn prizes at each stop, with those completing stamps at every store eligible for a grand prize of $25 gift cards to each one. Thirteen independent bookstores across the Los Angeles region are […]
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Mar Vista Committee to Discuss Homelessness, Public Safety Along Tuller Ave.
Meeting will consider proposed policy for better coordination between neighborhood councils and city agencies. The Mar Vista Community Council’s Public Health and Safety and Homelessness Committee is scheduled to meet Wednesday to discuss homelessness and […]
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“They Will Skate Again” Event to Highlight Athletes with Disabilities at Venice Skate Park on Saturday
The free event is open to adaptive athletes, including those using wheelchairs or WCMX (wheelchair motocross) equipment, as well as beginners. An adaptive skate event for people with disabilities is scheduled for Saturday at the […]
Santa Monica College
Santa Monica Planetarium August Shows to Feature Mars Rover, Great Observatories and Eclipses
Friday night shows and a family matinee will highlight current space missions, night sky viewing and solar system wonders. The Santa Monica College Planetarium will present a series of live-hosted shows in August exploring Mars […]
Southern California’s First Gap Retail Store Closes This Week in Santa Monica (Video)
The iconic store, once visited by celebrities like Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn, will shut its doors on July 23
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Washington Blvd. Block Party to Follow World Cup Final Viewing
Revival House Project and Mousse T. headline Sunday event on Washington Boulevard. A free block party featuring house music and live performances is planned for Washington Boulevard in Venice Beach on Sunday to coincide with […]
Venice Neighborhood Council
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Kinney Venice Beach says vehicles reduce guest parking, harm visibility and create safety concerns along Washington Boulevard. The Venice Neighborhood Council’s Parking, Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is considering supporting efforts to ticket and remove three […]