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Safe Place For Youth Founder Alison Hurst Retires After 10 Years Of Service: YO! Venice Show – January, 28, 2021
LA Sees Second Straight Year of Homelessness Decline, Leaders Celebrate Progress
The survey, designed by the University of Southern California, reported a 17.5% drop—the largest two-year decrease on record The Los...
LAPD Seeks Missing 63-Year-Old Man Known to Frequent Playa Vista
His family last heard from him via a group text on June 22 The Los Angeles Police Department’s Missing Persons...
One Injured in Marina del Rey Vehicle Crash
The site remained partially closed for over an hour, disrupting local traffic flow A vehicle collision at the intersection of...
What to Expect at This Weekend’s “Conquer The Pier 5K and 1 Mile Race/Walk” in Venice
Proceeds will fund community programs, youth sports, and park enhancements The Conquer The Pier 5K and 1 Mile Race/Walk will...
Santa Monica Man Arrested for Allegedly Exporting Electronics to Iran
Ostovari, identified as the CEO of a Tehran-based engineering firm, allegedly orchestrated the scheme since 2018 A 66-year-old Santa Monica...
California Hits Two-Thirds Clean Energy Milestone
This year, clean energy has powered the state for an average of seven hours daily, with over 90% of days...
Venice Beach to Host First Medal at 2028 Olympics
Venice Beach, known for its vibrant boardwalk, will kick off the 844 ticketed events, hosting the triathlon along its coastline...
Venice Shorts Commentary: VNC Meetings Should Stay at Westminster Elementary
“Given the fact this location has always made sense in terms of size, location and convenience, will you risk losing...
Santa Monica Assault Suspect Faces Multiple Charges, Authorities Seek Additional Victims
Marbra allegedly assaulted a 52-year-old woman on the Strand in Santa Monica, facing a felony count of assault with intent...
Veterans Tech Group to Launch Los Angeles Chapter with Networking Event
Founded in San Francisco, VetsInTech operates 20 chapters nationwide and claims more than 60,000 veterans VetsInTech, a national nonprofit that...
Venice Shorts: Longtime Neighborhood Advocate Marc Saltzberg Passes
Saltzberg supported cultural efforts like the creation of a Venice museum housed in a historic trolley car—advocating for a Pacific...
Newly Built Mar Vista Home with Spa and Plunge Pool Offered at $3.6M
The home’s powder room stands out with Roman Clay walls and a marble sink, while European oak floors, brass fixtures,...
County Health Leaders Decry Federal Policy Barring Undocumented from Programs
The officials argued the policy jeopardizes care for all residents, noting it could deter people—regardless of status—from seeking treatment Leaders...
County Supervisors Move to Preserve Measure J Amid Charter Error
Measure J mandates that at least 10% of the county’s locally generated, unrestricted funds be allocated to community investments like...
Sen. Ben Allen Highlights Challenges, Economic Gains for LA28 Olympics
The remarks came during the first informational hearing of the Senate’s Special Committee on International Sporting Events State Sen. Ben...
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