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A Malibu murder case haunts a local writer
Ivor Davis’ new book recounts true-crime story involving man he once considered a friend Murder is not something you hear about often in Malibu, but it’s the story told by former Malibu resident Ivor Davis in his latest book. Davis, is the well-known author of the definitive book on the Beatles’ riveting journey to fame. In his outstanding “The Beatles and […] The post A Malibu murder case haunts a local writer appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Coastal Commission hearing on Lechuza Beach Public Access Improvements Project set for Aug. 9
UPDATE: the item has been postponed to a date uncertain. The California Coastal Commission (CCC) will hold a public hearing on the Mountains Recreation & Conservation Authority (MRCA) application for a coastal development permit for the Lechuza Beach Public Access Improvements Project on Friday, August 9, at 9 a.m. at King Gillette Ranch. The Malibu Planning […] The post Coastal Commission hearing on Lechuza Beach Public Access Improvements Project set for Aug. 9 appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Malibu Realtors advocate for safer driving speeds on PCH
Protecting Malibu community and saving lives behind effort “We’re all in this together,” commented Susan Cosentino, president of the Malibu Association of Realtors (MAR). Malibu’s largest professional association is the force behind a bumper sticker slogan contest to promote safety on PacificCoast Highway. The 1,000-member organization wants to highlight different ways to remind people to slow down on PCH in order topromote safety. The winning slogan, “Slow Your […] The post Malibu Realtors advocate for safer driving speeds on PCH appeared first on The Malibu Times.
The following incidents were reported between June 28 to July 2
6/28Vehicle BurglaryA vehicle parked near Escondido Canyon Beach was broken into, and the victim’s wallet and purse were stolen. The victim noticed the door lock was damaged and was estimated to cost $1,500 to repair. The victim received a notification of an estimated $102 charge made at a Nordstrom in Los Angeles, and a $205 […] The post The following incidents were reported between June 28 to July 2 appeared first on The Malibu Times.
3.0 earthquake strikes near Malibu
A 3.0-magnitude earthquake struck in the Pacific Ocean just 16 miles from Malibu at 7:10 a.m., the U.S. Geological Survey reported. There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage. Did you feel it? Report it to https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/ci40861744/tellus The post 3.0 earthquake strikes near Malibu appeared first on The Malibu Times.
‘Money for Nothing’ author Thomas Levenson kicks off new season at the Malibu Library Speaker Series
MIT science writing professor shares tales and lessons learned from the South Sea Bubble’s financial crisis A packed room full of attendees eagerly awaited the presentation by prolific author Thomas Levenson, science writing professor at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, discussing his newest book, which brilliantly details the archetypal stock market crash of the early 18th century known as the […] The post ‘Money for Nothing’ author Thomas Levenson kicks off new season at the Malibu Library Speaker Series appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Topanga Lagoon Restoration Project presents a virtual community meeting and survey for residents
A consortium of agencies and professionals will present the Proposed Final Environmental Impact Report The Topanga Lagoon Restoration Park project is making headway, with a proposed final environmental impact report now available for public comment and an online community meeting planned for Aug. 5. The proposed FEIR identifies a number of closely related alternatives considered […] The post Topanga Lagoon Restoration Project presents a virtual community meeting and survey for residents appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Malibou Lake residents participate in the 2025 Flood Management Plan Update
County Public Works provides overview of the plan’s process, which is integral to insurance program “As the recipient of 59 percent of the watershed’s waters, Malibou Lake is vulnerable to fast water during rainfall/flood conditions,” Shannon Ggem of Malibou Lake Mountain Club explained. “The 2018 Woolsey Fire left bare soil for 68 upstream miles, and […] The post Malibou Lake residents participate in the 2025 Flood Management Plan Update appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Pepperdine’s Dunphy coaching for gold in Olympics
Six other Pepperdine former athletes and current coaches are competing in the Paris Olympics Pepperdine Waves volleyball legend Marv Dunphy is representing the red, white, and blue in the Summer Olympics for the ninth time in his Hall of Fame career. Dunphy, who coached the USA men’s volleyball team to a gold medal in 1988, is a consultant coach for the U.S. women’s volleyball team for this summer’s Olympics in […] The post Pepperdine’s Dunphy coaching for gold in Olympics appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Malibu is a little town with a heart
Malibu Foundation’s Denise De Garmo celebrated for caring for her horses By Barbara Burke Special to The Malibu Times It was torrentially pouring rain as it had been for many days when Malibu firefighters responded to a desperate call in January 2023. A very injured horse named Jane was in life-threatening peril in West Malibu. “She was stuck within the panels of […] The post Malibu is a little town with a heart appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Malibu native wins Miss California United States
Rachel DeAngelis to make appearance at Malibu’s Chili Cook-Off A young Malibu woman has just won the title of Miss California United States. Rachel DeAngelis will now go on to represent California at this year’s Miss United States pageant in October. The 21-year-old, who was a student at Our Lady of Malibu, decided to be home schooled for high school “but it worked out for the best,” she said, “because […] The post Malibu native wins Miss California United States appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Topanga Lagoon Restoration Project public meeting set for Aug. 5
Members of the public can review the proposed Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) for the Topanga Lagoon Restoration Project from July 15 through Aug. 13. The proposed FEIR identifies the range of closely related alternatives considered for the project, as well as the preferred alternative. The preferred alternative, which was selected after receipt of extensive public, agency, and land manager feedback, calls for […] The post Topanga Lagoon Restoration Project public meeting set for Aug. 5 appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Lee D. Hines 1946-2024
After a long struggle with Alzheimer’s, Lee Hines passed away surrounded by his family in the Malibu house that he lived in and cherished for more than 40 years. The skinny teenager from Hackensack, New Jersey, who had one of the first “garage” rock and roll bands at Oradell High School, went on to earn a […] The post Lee D. Hines 1946-2024 appeared first on The Malibu Times.
FROM THE LEFT: Is SAVE Act meant to protect or suppress election integrity?
By Lance Simmens It is no revelation that legislatures in many states contrive all sorts of obstacles to keep certain constituencies from voting. In particular, minorities are targeted in order to keep from casting ballots in many jurisdictions through suppression and intimidation. The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act, or SAVE, in a strictly partisan vote of 221-198. […] The post FROM THE LEFT: Is SAVE Act meant to protect or suppress election integrity? appeared first on The Malibu Times.
FROM THE RIGHT: Is SAVE Act meant to protect or suppress election integrity?
By Don Schmitz The House has passed a bill requiring proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote, called the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. In the final vote, 216 Republicans voted for the bill, with only five Democrats crossing party lines, and 198 Democrats voting in opposition. Republicans have theorized for years that the Democrats’ open […] The post FROM THE RIGHT: Is SAVE Act meant to protect or suppress election integrity? appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Calendar for the week of August 1
TUES, AUG. 6 SENIOR EXCURSION AT THE VENTURA COUNTY FAIR Spend the day at the Ventura County Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 6, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The fair offers music, shopping, art exhibits, livestock, carnival games, food and so much more! Join your Malibu Senior Center friends to explore the fair and all […] The post Calendar for the week of August 1 appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Fred Segal permanently shuts its doors in Malibu
California cool fashion retailer Fred Segal has permanently shut its doors in Malibu. The store in the heart of Malibu’s shopping district is completely bare of the trendy styles it purveyed to customers seeking the latest chic, casual wear. The Malibu location was one of just a handful of Fred Segal locations left in Southern California. The flagship Melrose location […] The post Fred Segal permanently shuts its doors in Malibu appeared first on The Malibu Times.
City to repair Westward Beach Road Embankment
Zuma Beach Underpass was also a concern at the meeting, but was unrelated to the project The Public Works Commission addressed one item during the commission meeting on July 24, the Westward Beach Road Embankment Repairs Project. In 2019, and following the Wolsey Fire in 2018, Zuma Canyon Creek experienced an excessive stormwater runoff that damaged the existing road embankment of Westward Beach Road. […] The post City to repair Westward Beach Road Embankment appeared first on The Malibu Times.
Kanye house sells
The mother of all home fixer uppers, Kanye West’s gutted Malibu Road beach house has finally found a buyer. The house designed by Japanese architect Takao Ando was nearly demolished by the rapper/ singer with the intention of redesigning it, but that never happened. The $57 million property sat as an empty shell exposed to […] The post Kanye house sells appeared first on The Malibu Times.
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