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Edify TV: Renaming UCLA Steps
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The board’s plan calls for adding a voting rider representative
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Unanimous vote calls for expanded representation and county flexibility as Los Angeles government evolves under Measure G. The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority board on Thursday recommended expanding its structure to add a voting […]
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
Behrens, who contributed to television soundtracks such as “My Name Is Earl” and films including “The Rum Diary,” was hit by a driver who failed to yield. By Carlos Reyes Stanley Behrens, a longtime Venice […]
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
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 […]
As Santa Monica’s Only Homeless Shelter Closes, Locals Worry One is Coming Near Them
Closure of longtime shelter Samoshel sparks fears in Pico as Santa Monica repurposes motels for transitional housing. By Zach Armstrong An overhaul of Santa Monica’s approach to homelessness is generating anxiety among residents. Plans to […]
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
The “One Less Spark” campaign encourages Californians to reduce common ignition sources as elevated temperatures and dry conditions increase wildfire risk. California officials have launched a statewide public awareness campaign urging residents to take steps […]
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 […]
The PTIC meeting was held Wednesday evening at the Venice Library Community Room located at 501 Venice Boulevard
Venice Shorts: Committee Endorses Removal Three RVs From Front of Kinney Hotel
For the last seven years, and with increased frequency over the last several months, oversized vehicles have occupied curb space directly in front of The Kinney for extended periods, and the operators of the property. […]
Venice Boardwalk Turns into Massive World Cup Final Viewing Party (Video)
Screens popped up, people gathered along the walkway, restaurants and bars were packed and a giant screen drew huge crowds at Washington Square
ARCANE Space
Steve Choi Solo Exhibit Opens at ARCANE
Choi’s practice focuses on restoring a sense of life and relationality to objects amid feelings of alienation shaped by technology, capitalism and social fragmentation. Artist Stevie Choi will open a solo exhibition exploring kitemaking, sculpture […]
State officials said Homekey+ has so far allocated $968.4 million for 54 projects
California Awards $109M for Veteran Housing
The money comes from Proposition 1 through the Homekey+ program, which finances permanent supportive housing linked to behavioral health services. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that California is awarding $109.6 million to create 278 units […]
Appian Way to Close for One Week for Santa Monica Pier Bridge Demolition
Temporary closure begins July 27 to allow crews to remove portion of nearly 90-year-old bridge. A key roadway providing access to the south side of the Santa Monica Pier parking lot will close for one […]
According to the proposed motion, revenue generated by such a fee would be dedicated to homelessness-related programs in Council District 11
Proposed Fee on Vacant Venice Properties Would Fund Homelessness Programs
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
LAHSA said fewer subsidies created a bottleneck in the rehousing system, reducing the number of people moving from interim housing into permanent homes and limiting available shelter beds. Homelessness declined in Los Angeles’s Westside (City […]
Wikipedia Commons. “The Pitt” received nominations for outstanding drama series and acting nods
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Eleven projects that received state tax credits earned a combined 79 nominations, according to a state announcement. The medical drama “The Pitt” led California Film and Television Tax Credit recipients with 25 nominations for the […]
According to the lawsuit, Olanipekun demanded that all tenants leave the complex without just cause just five days after purchasing it
LA City Attorney Sues Landlord Over Alleged Tenant Harassment
Suit claims owner of eight-unit complex tried to force residents out days after purchase. The Los Angeles city attorney’s office has sued the owner of an eight-unit apartment building, alleging he violated tenant protection laws […]