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Rancho Palos Verdes homes to have power shut off due to landslide issues; evacuation warnings issued
RANCHO PALOS VERDES, Calif. - With the landslide in Ranchos Palos Verdes continuing to worsen, SoCal Edison announced that more than 100 homes in the city would have their power shut off indefinitely starting this weekend, and evacuation warnings have been issued. The roughly 130 homes in the Portuguese Bend...
Yes, the monsoon can even affect Southern California
Most summertime weather in Southern California is fairly benign. But clouds, rain and thunderstorms can occasionally come from another source: The same North American Monsoon that mainly affects the desert southwest. Powerful monsoon storms moved through Arizona, Utah and Colorado on Aug. 21-23, 2024, with intense downpours, hail, heavy winds,...
Doctor charged in connection with Matthew Perry’s death appears in court after plea deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) — One of two doctors charged in connection with Matthew Perry’s death made his first appearance in a federal court in Los Angeles on Friday after reaching a deal to plead guilty and cooperate with prosecutors. Dr. Mark Chavez, 54, of San Diego, stood in court with his lawyer and told a judge he understood his rights. U.S. Magistrate Judge Jean P. Rosenbluth told him he could remain free on bond with several restrictions, including turning over his passport and not working as a doctor. He has agreed to turn over his medical license. Chavez...
More Santa Monica businesses board up amid crime, homelessness: ‘Mayor, we need your help’
SANTA MONICA, Calif. - Frustration is mounting among business owners in Santa Monica where incidents of crime and widespread homelessness are affecting daily operations for the coastal community. The normally bustling Wilshire Boulevard, famous for its variety of eateries and shops, has become a focal point for the community's growing...
Nearly 400 commercial properties sit empty in Long Beach; those in power really want to change that
The large number of vacancies persists despite Long Beach having among the cheapest rents for downtown markets in LA County. The city hopes a new mapping tool can help. The post Nearly 400 commercial properties sit empty in Long Beach; those in power really want to change that appeared first on Long Beach Post.
Free Things To Do Labor Day Weekend Across OC
Consider starting your weekend this Saturday by attending the 31st annual HB Civil War Days, or the Orange International Street Fair. On Sunday, take the kids to Casa Romantica to learn about history, or to play with legos at the Garden Grove Main Library. This is just a handful of...
2 South L.A. students found with guns on campus in a week
Two Los Angeles Unified School District high school students were found to be carrying guns on South L.A. campuses this week. bringing the total number of firearms found at schools to four since the academic year started.
GUARANTEED INCOME PROGRAM: California’s Long Beach Pledge Expands: $500 Monthly for 200 Residents – Know Eligibility
According to The SUN USA, Families with young children in Pomona, California, will soon start receiving $500 stipends that they can use as they see fit. These payments mark the beginning of a new guaranteed income initiative known as the Household Universal Grants Pilot Program, or Pomona HUG. The first round of payments is being issued today via debit cards.
California legislature passes bill banning voter ID laws
(The Center Square) – The California legislature passed a bill banning local governments from adopting voter identification laws for local elections. California does not require identification to vote, but earlier this year, the City of Huntington Beach approved a voter ID requirement for municipal elections starting in 2026. This bill would override Huntington Beach’s policy. […]
Downey adds fifth Mexican sister city
DOWNEY — A vote to establish a relationship with the city of El Grullo, Jalisco Mexico, unanimously passed Tuesday but raised questions about the current state of Downey’s sister city program. The addition came at the request of Downey Sister Cities, a nonprofit organization that works independently of...
Things to do in Long Beach: Fireworks celebration, Greek festival, exhibit opening and more!
September doesn’t only mark the return of football, but also the opportunity to attend some last summer concerts, beach clean-ups and movie screenings. Film and theater enthusiasts have a wide range of options this week, such as a French film at the Long Beach Art Theatre on Friday, an opening night of “The Pillowman” at the Long Beach Playhouse Saturday night and a documentary screening aboard The Queen Mary Thursday evening.
Things To Do This Labor Day Weekend in Los Angeles [8-30-2024 to 9-2-2024]
Labor Day approaches, and with it the unofficial end of summer. But before we say adios to the current events season, we’ve got laundry list of fun to-dos to cap things off in style. This August 30 to September 2 in Los Angeles, you’ll find a KCRW Summer Nights...
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