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Anti-Israel graffiti scrawled on WeHo walls
Vandals left their mark this week all over West Hollywood, spray-painting the anarchy symbol and messages such as “Free Gaza” and “Be Gay, Do Crime” on buildings throughout the city. Business License Commissioner Anthony Vulin shared these photos taken today with WEHOonline.com. Anti-Israel sentiment has reared its head in WeHo these past years, notably when the city placed a group of protesters at the vanguard of the taxpayer-funded West Hollywood Pride Parade last month.
Andaz to debut Kaye Records at Riot House
Andaz West Hollywood, located along the iconic Sunset Strip, is set to launch Kaye Records at Riot House, a new vinyl bar concept, on July 26, 2024. The hotel, known for its rich musical heritage, was one of the first and most influential establishments on the Sunset Strip, hosting legendary rock ‘n’ roll stars over the years. Dubbed the “Riot House” during the vibrant 1970s, its guest list included iconic bands such as The Rolling Stones, The Who, and Duran Duran.
AUG. 18: CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods
CicLAvia—Meet the Hollywoods Presented by Metro will occur on Sunday, August 18, 2024. On this day, the City of West Hollywood and the neighborhoods of Hollywood and East Hollywood in Los Angeles will become car-free open streets. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the event will extend from the...
AUG. 6: National Night Out
On Tuesday, August 6, 2024, community members across West Hollywood will unite against crime as the City celebrates National Night Out. The evening will feature block parties, barbecues, live entertainment, and more, with free attendance for all. Limited street closures will take place from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. on August 6. Details about events, times, and locations are regularly updated on the City’s website at www.weho.org/nno.
JULY 20: WeHo 40 Community Meeting
The City of West Hollywood will host a community meeting to gather feedback for its next citywide strategic plan, WeHo 40. This free event will include informational exhibits, community organizations, food, and live entertainment. It will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in...
OpEd: Dignity and Equity for Appointed Officials
This past year we have witnessed a number of commissioners removed at whim and in the middle of their work. Some were dismissed via email or text without any explanation. Keely Field was the Chair of the Women’s Advisory Board who brought forward the Drink Test Strips. Her idea was born in WeHo and just approved for rollout in the State of California. Field is working closely with the next Congresswoman from the 30th District, Laura Friedman in hopes of having her idea come to the floor of the United States Congress. Field was fired a few weeks before her presentation for Domestic Violence Month by Councilmember Sepi Shyne. It was ruthless. She was told she could attend the program she created ‘as a guest’.
Schiff scores $77.5M+ for electric buses at WeHo yard
Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) announced Tuesday that L.A. Metro will receive more than $77.5 million from a federal grant to purchase dozens of battery electric buses and install new chargers at the West Hollywood bus yard. Schiff had previously written to the U.S. Department of Transportation advocating for funding approval...
Board of Supervisors wants to raise sales tax
The county wants to raise the sales tax rate, and West Hollywood wants a piece of the profits. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is asking voters this November to replace Measure H, the quarter-cent sales tax passed to address homelessness which expires in October 2027, with a new half-cent sales tax that would not expire. The new tax would not be subject to the state limit on sales tax (10.25%), and West Hollywood would continue to receive a portion of what is collected.
Pavilions in WeHo will be sold off as Kroger, Albertsons merge
Kroger Co. will sell off the Pavilions in West Hollywood along with 62 other supermarkets in California to gain approval for its merger with Albertsons Cos. CEO Rodney McMullen informed employees through a memo that notifications are being sent to staff at the impacted locations. Employees, mostly based in Southern California, will become part of C&S Wholesale Grocers following the closure of the transaction. Until then, they will remain Kroger and Albertsons staff. McMullen assured that C&S has committed to maintaining existing pay, health plans, and collective bargaining agreements.
WeHo looks at ways to lease city-owned properties
West Hollywood’s Public Facilities Commission will review an overview of city-owned facilities that could potentially be leased to tenants and consider a recommended strategy for leasing these properties. This initiative aims to ensure the optimal use and management of city-owned real estate for the benefit of the community. As...
DineLA returns to WeHo this Friday
West Hollywood is renowned for its exceptional dining and cocktail scene, making it a prime spot for culinary enthusiasts in Southern California. Dine LA is the perfect occasion to experience the rich and varied food offerings in the area. Starting Friday, July 12, 2024, and running through Friday, July 26,...
Homeless man injures woman on Crescent Heights x Melrose
A woman walking her dog near the intersection of Crescent Heights and Melrose was viciously attacked by a suspect believed to be homeless. In a post on Nextdoor, the woman describes the June 24 incident in which a suspect she describes as a 6-foot-tall black male wearing no shirt attacked her from behind, leaving her with a black eye and several lacerations. Surveillance footage obtained by the victim from a business nearby confirms her description.
Breaking: Stache last day will be this Saturday.
Stache nightclub has announced it will be ceasing operations Saturday, July 13. Stache opened in West Hollywood’s Rainbow District in December 2019. Three months later, the COVID pandemic began, ushering in an era of tough business made more complicated by public safety problems and higher wages. “We have given...
Suspects dragged woman across street in attempted robbery
An Asian woman was attacked by two black men in a brazen robbery attempt this afternoon mere feet from West Hollywood city limits, according to police dispatch. The men pulled up to 8268 Waring Avenue, near Harper Avenue, around 5 p.m. Monday in a black matte older model BMW with a silver bumper. One of them exited the vehicle and tried to steal the victim’s backpack, dragging her across the street.
Stabbing reported on Santa Monica Blvd.
A man was stabbed early Monday morning in the vicinity of a West Hollywood nightclub. The incident was reported shortly after 1 a.m. Responding to the 8900 block of Santa Monica Boulevard — where Rocco’s, Bottega Louie and Roosterfish are located — deputies discovered a man with a stab wound on the left side of his rib cage, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
Weaver’s Walk is newest battleground over synthetic turf
West Hollywood’s recent installation of synthetic turf as a temporary groundcover at the future “Weaver’s Walk” section of Melrose Avenue puts the city’s environmental aspirations in potential conflict with the County of Los Angeles, which recently regained the authority to ban the potentially hazardous landscaping material.
Transients engaged in ‘lewd acts’ behind Le Pho
L.A. County Sheriff’s deputies were investigating a report of lewd conduct this morning in an alleyway off Santa Monica Boulevard, according to police dispatch. An employee of Le Pho at 7243 Santa Monica Blvd. called 9-1-1 just before 10 a.m. to inform authorities that two homeless people were engaging in “lewd acts” behind the restaurant.
JULY 17: Chemsex Town Hall
Chemsex, which involves using drugs as part of a sexual routine, is prevalent in the gay community and is often referred to as PnP (party and play). This practice includes using methamphetamines in conjunction with sexual activities, posing risks such as sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, and potentially fatal overdoses.
Prosecutors allege antisemitism in DA’s office
A longtime prosecutor in the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office has accused District Attorney George Gascón of deliberately neglecting issues affecting the Jewish community in Los Angeles and discriminating against Jewish employees. “This is the first time I lack confidence in our office’s ability to treat Jewish...
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