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On July 9, the Santa Monica City Council unanimously approved the pilot program for a Santa Monica Bitcoin Office, spearheaded by Vice Mayor Lana Negrete in collaboration with The Proof of Workforce Foundation. The initiative aims to educate the public about Bitcoin and support the city’s economic recovery. On...
Metallica announces annual All Within My Hands Foundation benefit in L.A.
Metallica on Monday announced the date of its All Within My Hands Foundation’s annual benefit show and auction, which will again take place in Los Angeles. The concert will take place on Dec. 13 at YouTube Theater. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. TV’s Jimmy Kimmel will again host the event, which returns after a one-year absence in 2023 due to touring. In 2022, the band raised $3 million, which went to its nonprofits efforts to support workforce education, fight hunger and provide disaster relief. That event included appearances by Robert Downey, Jr., Tony Hawk, St. Vincent and performances by Metallica and Greta Van Fleet.
$54M jackpot: This Northern California store sold winning SuperLotto Plus ticket
WOODLAND, Calif. - One super lucky SuperLotto Plus ticket with a jackpot worth $54 million was sold in Northern California over the weekend. The ticket was purchased in Woodland in Yolo County, at the 7-Eleven on Cottonwood Street. It hit all six winning numbers, including the mega number, in Saturday’s...
Najarian Chosen as Airport Board President
The Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority selected Glendale City Councilman Ara Najarian as president of its board during its July 15 meeting. “As president of the BGPAA, I look forward to working with my fellow commissioners to improve the customer experience at Hollywood Burbank Airport,” Najarian said in a statement. “We aim to implement changes that will make travel more convenient and enjoyable for all passengers.
26,800 SQFT Public Market Gets Reimagining in Culver City
The vision for a public market in Culver City is taking a new shape, as developer Regency Centers adapts to the changing commercial landscape following the pandemic. The project, Culver Public Market — located at the intersection of Washington Boulevard and Centinela Avenue, at 12405 Washington Blvd. — has been reimagined to better align with current market conditions.
Virtual Parks Meeting – Online July 23
Join us for the “Lunchtime Update” Virtual Community Meeting for the Culver City Parks Plan on July 23, 2024 from noon to 1:00 pm on Zoom. This meeting will focus on updating the community on survey and engagement findings, park needs and opportunities, and next steps. Resources will be provided to allow attendees to learn more about recent project updates, and there will be an opportunity to share feedback and ask questions.
Culver City Police Arrest Four Juvenile Suspects in Vehicle Burglary Spree
Collaboration with Residents Leads to Arrests and Recovery of Evidence. Culver City experienced a series of vehicle burglaries in various neighborhoods during the late night and early morning hours of Sunday, July 14, and Monday, July 15. Culver City Police received twenty reports of vehicle burglaries within this period. Investigators...
LA gang leader fatally stabbed in prison
IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. - A gang leader from Panorama City was fatally stabbed in prison, the state Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation officials said Monday. On Sunday, July 21, at approximately 8:05 p.m., officers at Centinela State Prison witnessed three inmates attacking Ezequiel Romo in a dayroom. Officers quickly jumped in, issuing verbal orders to stop, the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR) said in a statement. Officers had to use four applications of pepper spray to stop the inmates from attacking Romo.
Ryan Garcia Charged with Allegedly Vandalizing the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills
Boxer Ryan Garcia has been charged with allegedly vandalizing the Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills on June 8 by Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón. The charges were announced late last week. “While we are grateful no injuries were reported in this incident, reckless behavior that damages property shows...
Metro sees rise in ridership
Despite recent crime, Metro said overall ridership increased in June compared to the same period a year earlier -- with the transit agency Monday reporting almost 25.2 million boardings between buses and rails, and ridership hitting 85.5% of pre-COVID June 2019 passenger levels.
Police apprehend suspect after a pursuit and search in Echo Park
Echo Park -- Police apprehended one of two suspects in connection with the theft of a U-Haul truck this afternoon, police said. After a five-minute police pursuit -- from 3:53 pm to 3:58 pm -- two suspects jumped out of the vehicle and fled, according to LAPD Officer Norma Eisenman.
Governor Newsom honors fallen Caltrans worker
SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the death of California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) equipment operator Alexander Rodish:. “Jennifer and I are deeply saddened to learn of the death today of Caltrans worker Alexander Rodish. A Caltrans employee since 2021, Alexander was a dedicated...
7/24: Japan Foundation presents in-person lecture “Henna art”
The Japan Foundation Los Angeles presents in-person lecture series “Conversations on Japanese Art 2. Art that UNSETTLES (HENNA art)” at 5700 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 100, Los Angeles, CA 90036, on Wednesday, July 24, 7 p.m.-8:15 p.m. (PDT). Admission is free, registration is required Click here to Register. When...
Top 30 Most Important Trojans for 2024: No. 11
The Top 30 Countdown continues with a unicorn, linebacker Eric Gentry. The Angry Giraffe, all 6-foot-6 of him, was a bright spot for a bad USC defense last season when he was at his best. With his unique blend of size and speed, Gentry provides an untraditional look in the middle, and the new USC defensive staff seems very excited to deploy him in a variety of ways.
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