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According to the proposed motion, revenue generated by such a fee would be dedicated to homelessness-related programs in Council District 11
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The proposal would request that Councilmember Park direct the city to study a vacancy fee on residential and commercial properties within Venice that remain vacant or unleased for more than six months. A Venice Neighborhood […]
LAHSA reported an estimated 73,040 people experiencing homelessness in Los Angeles County, a 1.2% increase from 2025, while Venice and Santa Monica reported declines
Homelessness Reportedly Falls in LA’s Westside as Regional Count Shows Little Change
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The Bungalow Hosts Monthly “Palisades Nights” (Video)
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Finding Peace of Mind in Fire Zones: How a Local Founder is Revolutionizing Wildfire Defense
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MLS.com. The listing is held by Shirli Depas of Compass and Jeremiah Eden
Lower Riviera Three-Story Home Under Construction Listed for Nearly $19M
The upper level has five ensuite bedrooms, including a primary suite with dual dressing areas and a balcony By Carlos Reyes A home under construction at 990 Corsica Dr. in the Lower Riviera section of […]
Google Street View. Paige sells jeans, apparel and related items that are “focused on fit and quality.”
Denim Brand PAIGE Set to Return to Palisades Village
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Britannia Pub Says Goodbye After 30 Years (Video)
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Google Street View. The vote comes about a week after city officials held a public meeting to discuss the transition
Santa Monica Votes Tonight on Homeless Strategy Overhaul, Conversion of Palm Motel
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GoFundMe: @Chloe Behrens. Behrens, who began playing harmonica at age 5 in the Bronx and served in the U.S. Army, is regarded as a Venice icon
Venice Beach Musician Stanley ‘The Baron’ Behrens Recovering from Serious Bike Crash
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Getty. A suspect had been taken into custody. Authorities said no additional suspects are being sought
Suspect Arrested After Fatal Stabbing at Pico Blvd. Apartment in Santa Monica
Police said detectives and forensic investigators are treating the case as a homicide. A suspect has been taken into custody in connection with the fatal stabbing of a woman found inside an apartment on Pico […]
Now Open: Monarch Nursery on Lincoln Boulevard
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One Less Spark Campaign. The campaign highlights several ways residents can reduce wildfire risk, including securing tow chains so they do not drag on roadways
California Launches Wildfire Prevention Campaign as Fire Danger Rises
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Footage Shows Short Police Chase on Venice Beach Pier (Video)
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According to the city’s court filings, residents reported being disturbed by workers talking late at night and by the sounds of Waymo vehicles
Waymo Appeals Ban on Overnight Operations at Santa Monica Charging Lots
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