In Profile: Gene Fisher, uncommon seller of the common tchotchke
Sep 28, 2011 · Uncategorized
Somehow it is easy to imagine Gene Fisher when he was a friendly, open faced kid who just wanted to make friends on the schoolyard, but was met with taunts…
Presidential visit expected to snarl traffic
Sep 26, 2011 · Uncategorized
President Obama is coming into town today to shake the Hollywood money tree. He will be primarily in West Hollywood, but his motorcade will undoubtedly wreak havoc across the Westside.
To…
Possible bobcat sighted in Bel-Air
Sep 21, 2011 · Uncategorized
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The Bel-Air Association blog has posted a photo of a wild cat spotted drinking from a resident's pool. It certainly looks like a…
Officials to break ground on Expo Line phase 2
Sep 12, 2011 · Uncategorized
With today's groundbreaking ceremony in Santa Monica, officials will be marking the beginning of construction of phase two of the Expo light rail line to Downtown Los Angeles.
The first phase…
Mobile billboards park in loophole
Sep 8, 2011 · Uncategorized
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Certainly in violation of the intention of the law to ban them, mobile billboards have reappeared on West L.A. streets hitched…
Fire in Mandeville Canyon
Sep 6, 2011 · Uncategorized
Sherman Oaks Patch is keeping track of a brush fire that started yesterday on the Valley side of Mandeville Canyon.
Redistricting keeps Brentwood intact
Sep 5, 2011 · Uncategorized
According to Larry Watts, posting at Westside Today, the California Citizens Redistricting Commission is proposing legislative district maps that will keep Brentwood intact, including the VA property.
Having undivided legislative districts…
Pharmacy burglars caught on tape
Aug 31, 2011 · Uncategorized
The following comes courtesy of the Los Angeles Police Department:
Los Angeles: Los Angeles Police Department West Los Angeles detectives are requesting anyone who may know the identity or location of…
Hotel slated for Westwood Village corner lot
Aug 29, 2011 · Westwood
Westwood developer Kambiz Hekmat hopes to build a 29-story luxury hotel on the odd-shaped corner lot at Wilshire and Gayley in Westwood Village.
According to Travel Weekly, Hekmat says, “It would…
Sierra Club likes Mike Feuer
Aug 29, 2011 · Uncategorized
The Sierra Club has given Assemblyman Mike Feuer the 2010 Byron Sher Award for Achievement in Environmental Protection by a Public Official.
According to a press release issued by Feuer's office,…
T-Lofts puts on art event with ARTRALA
Nov 12, 2009 · Uncategorized
T-Lofts is hooking up with ARTRALA to "showcase more than 70 artists as the lofts are turned into gallery-like spaces to display the works of art"
Here are some details…
Bike rider rescues seagull, all on video
Oct 21, 2009 · Uncategorized
Will Campbell, one of the bloggers at MetBlogs, was biking along Ballona Creek at Centinela yesterday when he came across a seagull with a nasty fishhook stuck in its beak.
Check…
Curbed LA delivers: What's going up at Santa Monica/Overland
Oct 21, 2009 · Uncategorized
Going up: A three-story retail and office complex with underground parking retail on the ground floor, and two levels of office space.
via Curbed LA: Nadel Architects Behind Westwood's New Santa…
Track Westside development news on Curbed LA
Sep 28, 2009 · Uncategorized
I have been a big fan of Curbed LA pretty much since the beginning (of either Curbed or West L.A. Online -- I don't know which came first).
Here is the…
Westwood Memorial crypt auction falls through
Sep 24, 2009 · Uncategorized, Westwood
The L.A. Times reports:
The crypt above Marilyn Monroe's had sold for more than $4.6 million on EBay. When it came time to collect, though, the deal fell apart. The winning…
Wilshire Boulevard street closure flies under official information radar
Sep 21, 2009 · Uncategorized
1:13pm At this time, Wilshire Boulevard is closed at Holmby, and according to the LAist, the closure extends to Comstock. Also according to the LAist, the cause is "suspicious backpacks."
Beverly…
In Memoriam: Christian Barneson Hart, PhD 1961 – 2009
Sep 10, 2009 · Uncategorized
Christian Barneson Hart, PhD
November 19, 1961 – August 26, 2009
Dr. Christian Barneson Hart died on the 26th of August 2009 in Los Angeles. Born in Marin County, California on…
Parks gives straight talk on city budget woes
Sep 8, 2009 · Uncategorized
Speaking to the LA Neigbhorhood Council Coalition at a meeting in West L.A., Councilman Bernard Parks gave a candid and informative assessment of the hazards and causes of the growing…
Subway to Sea schedules community road show
Jul 21, 2009 · Uncategorized
The LAist reports: More 'Subway to the Sea' Community Meetings Scheduled
Metro is gearing up for another set of community meetings for updates on the project. Last Spring, public meetings gathered…
Even non-techies need a web site
Jul 15, 2009 · Uncategorized
File this under shameless self promotion.
Does this describe you:
Los Angeles non-techie needs web site
If it does, then Jim Bursch, the publisher of West L.A. Online, has created a service just…
L.A. Times Westside Watch fits the bill
Jul 14, 2009 · Uncategorized
Back in December of 2002, after my wife and I bought our first home here in Westwood, I created West L.A. Online to solve a personal problem: I could not…
Westside Republicans to march on Karen Bass office
Jul 9, 2009 · Uncategorized
According to an email and flyer being circulated, Republicans are planning a rally at the office of Assembly Speaker Karen Bass tomorrow at noon:
Tired of being ignored
Democrat Leaders by
who just…
Seaside mobile homes on the brink
Jul 9, 2009 · Uncategorized
The Palisadian-Post reports:
A series of ongoing issues are suddenly coalescing and threatening the future of two mobile home parks along Pacific Coast Highway in Pacific Palisades: Palisades Bowl and Tahitian…
Power outage strikes Westside
Jul 8, 2009 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports:
A power outage hit a large swath of West Los Angeles tonight, blacking out homes and businesses and further snarling traffic that had been slowed by a…
Fire in Sepulveda Pass creates traffic nightmare
Jul 8, 2009 · Uncategorized
The Los Angeles Times reports:
More than 150 firefighters are battling a brush fire that broke out around 1 p.m. in the Sepulveda Pass near Getty Center, which has been evacuated.…
Farrah joins many celebs in Westwood Village cemetary
Jul 2, 2009 · Uncategorized
RadarOnline.com reports that Farrah Fawcett will be joining Marilyn Monroe, Truman Capote, James Coburn, Rodney Dangerfield, Eva Gabor, Merv Griffin, Don Knotts, Jack Lemmon, Dean Martin, Walter Matthau, Roy Orbison,…
Watch fireworks over water in Marina Del Rey
Jul 2, 2009 · Uncategorized
Yo! Venice! has details about Marina Del Rey fireworks and street closures.
Given our high fire danger due to drought, it makes good sense to enjoy fireworks that are set off…
Sign discourages donations to library
Jul 2, 2009 · Westwood
In front of the Westwood branch of the L.A. Public Library there is a sign on the book return bins that reads, "NO DONATIONS in the book drop please!"
When I…
LAUSD opposes street-level crossings for Expo line
Jun 29, 2009 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports:
Citing safety concerns for students, the board of the Los Angeles Unified School District unanimously decided to oppose the design of the Expo Light Rail Line,…
WeHoNews gets exclusive interview with Gavin Newsom
Jun 19, 2009 · Uncategorized
While San Francisco Mayor and gubernatorial candidate Gavin Newsom was in town for the West Hollywood Pride Parade, he took out some time for an interview with WeHoNews.com.
“San Francisco, West…
Beverly Hills is not immune to recession
Jun 19, 2009 · Uncategorized
The Los Angeles Times reports: Beverly Hills OKs budget with cuts in staff, services.
Beverly Hills libraries will close early three nights a week, landscaping and tree trimming will be pruned,…
Zuma Dogg: Koretz's chief of staff pick, Rich Llewellyn
Jun 19, 2009 · Council District 5
Zuma Dogg gives us some insider stuff on newly elected CD5 Councilman Paul Koretz possible staff pick: Is Llewellyn New Koretz Chief of Stafflosers? ZD's First CD 5 Insider Post:…
Swing Dance for Life this Saturday
Jun 18, 2009 · Uncategorized
On Saturday, June 20, a swing dance is being hosted at the showroom of furniture importer Out of Asia.
Larry "Big House" David and The Band will be performing live,…
Zuma Dogg lives another day as thorn in City Council
Jun 16, 2009 · Uncategorized
'That, of course, is the great secret of the successful fool - that he is no fool at all.' -- Isaac Asimov, Guide to Shakespeare.
Anyone who spends some time monitoring…
Pico/Sepulveda project getting scoped
Jun 11, 2009 · Westwood
Curbed LA reports: Pico and Sepulveda Gets Ready to Meet the Public.
There's a public scoping meeting on June 25th for developer Casden Properties' proposed Pico and Sepulveda project, a development…
Ticket giveaway! Cal Phil at the Disney Concert Hall
Jun 11, 2009 · Uncategorized
We have two tickets to the California Philharmonic's "By George!" at the Walt Disney Concert Hall on June 28.
To get these tickets, call Jim Bursch at 310-869-5340 after you have…
High rise proposed for Wilshire/Gayley
Jun 11, 2009 · Westwood
Curbed LA reports:Â Robert AM Stern Tower Proposed for Wilshire Corridor.
Meet the Wilshire Gayley, that long planned tower set to rise on the site of the old Hollywood Video building…
Paparazzi 'buffer zone' proposed for SM preschools
Jun 11, 2009 · Santa Monica
The L.A. Times reports: Paparazzi 'buffer zone' around Santa Monica preschools is considered
After visiting the school about six weeks ago and seeing how chaotic the situation was firsthand, Bloom plans…
Free outdoor movies at Century City mall
Jun 10, 2009 · Uncategorized
The Century City mall is hosting outdoor movies all summer on Wednesday evenings: Free Movies on the Terrace All Summer.
Westside Republicans host gub candidate Tom Campbell
Jun 10, 2009 · Westwood
A flock of very rare birds, Westside Republicans, are gathering at Jerry's Deli in Westwood Village tonight. Tom Campbell, who is considering a run for governor, will be speaking.
Found via…
Development projects pushed through before Weiss departure
Jun 9, 2009 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports:Â Council considers burst of developments before Weiss leaves office
Los Angeles City Councilman Jack Weiss has only a few weeks before he leaves office. But in the…
Rosendahl to be sworn in June 28 with free ice cream!
Jun 9, 2009 · Council District 11
CD 11 Councilman Bill Rosendahl has sent out the following invitation to his swearing-in ceremony:
Save the Date!
Please join us as we celebrate the swearing-in of
Councilmember Bill Rosendahl
to his 2nd term…
Farmers' market returns to Westwood Village
Jun 8, 2009 · Westwood
The following is the content of a press release:
Westwood Village Farmers’ Market returns Wednesday, June 17 to Broxton Avenue…and every Wednesday afternoon, 3 to 8 p.m.
The highly popular Westwood…
Westfield Century City project is approved
Jun 8, 2009 · Uncategorized
City News Service is reporting that the Westfield shopping center in Century City was approved today by the Los Angeles City Council, a move that will bring a 39-story tower…
Assistance needed in enforcement of billboard moratorium
Jun 4, 2009 · Uncategorized
The following comes from Dennis Hathaway of the Coalition to Ban Billboard Blight:
As you know, a moratorium prohibiting any new off-site digital or supergraphic signs has been in effect since…
He says, she says Weiss getting cush job
Jun 4, 2009 · Uncategorized
LAist: Rumors, Rumors, Rumors: Jack Weiss to Get $200K Job at LAX?.
Daily News; Rick Orlov: Political rumors getting harder to dispel
LAObserved: Orlov bunks rumors
Mayor Sam: Jack Weiss' Golden Parachute: Collateral…
Follow West L.A. Online on Twitter
Jun 4, 2009 · Uncategorized
If Twitter is your thing and West L.A. Online is your thing, you can do your thing @westlaonline.
Miscikowski appointed to harbor commission
Jun 4, 2009 · Brentwood
Via LAObserved: Miscikowski named to harbor commission.
Brentwood resident Cindy Miscikowski is a former City Council member and civic leader who deserves to be watched. I get the feeling she is…
Behind the scenes of sausage making at the City Council
Jun 4, 2009 · Council District 5
This L.A. Times article is interesting for the insight it gives into the inter-personal workings of the City Council: L.A. council approves La Brea Gateway apartment project.
Even though I have…
Congratulations to Paul Koretz
Jun 1, 2009 · Council District 5
Paul Koretz has won the election for City Council District 5, replacing Jack Weiss who has been termed out of office and failed in his bid for City Attorney.
For more:
WeHoNews.com:…
Fenton officially sworn in as Beverly Hills' temporary mayor
Mar 14, 2009 · Beverly Hills
On March 11, Frank Fenton was installed as Beverly Hills� mayor under a special succession plan, with current Mayor Barry Brucker installed as Vice Mayor. Based upon a request…
Brucker, Brien, and Mirisch win Beverly Hills Council seats
Mar 14, 2009
The Beverly Hills City Clerk has certified its 2009 municipal election results for City Council, and former Mayor Barry Brucker has won his re-election bid. Joining him this year…
Frank Fenton to be sworn in as Beverly Hills' temporary mayor?
Mar 9, 2009
With the official results of the Beverly Hills March 4 elections still outstanding, current Mayor Barry Brucker has requested that current Vice Mayor Frank Fenton be sworn in as the…
And then there were two...
Mar 9, 2009
Former West Hollywood Council member and 42nd District State Assemblyman Paul Koretz, will go head-to-head in the May 19 runoff election with attorney David Vahedi for the Council District 5…
Unofficial Beverly Hills City Council results
Mar 4, 2009
With 903 potential ballots still left to be counted, both outgoing Mayor Barry Brucker, and Willie Brien are guaranteed seats on this year’s council. The battle for the third open…
<i>Rent</i> at the Pantages Theatre
Mar 3, 2009
Welcome back to the 90s. Not the boy band/Britney Spears 90s, but the Kurt Cobain, grunge, living-on-the-edge 90s. You know what I’m talking about. And if you don’t, then…
Beverly Hills City Council elections begin amidst scandal
Mar 3, 2009
Is there truly no such thing as bad publicity? As residents go to the polls today to vote for three Beverly Hills City Council members, they do so in the…
Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Economic Summit
Mar 2, 2009
Representatives from some 750 Beverly Hills’ businesses attended the annual Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce’s Economic Summit at the Beverly Hilton.
This year’s summit was titled: Temporary Upheaval or Paradigm Shift”…
Casting your ballots correctly in Beverly Hills on March 3
Mar 2, 2009
With the municipal Election Set for Tuesday, March 3, here are a few reminders about how to ensure that your vote counts.
Three Beverly Hills City Council seats are open for…
Beverly Hills News Roundup Week Ending March 1
Mar 2, 2009
Free March movies series: Roxbury Reels
March madness begins at the movies at the City of Beverly Hills’ monthly film series. Movies shown in March commemorate the Irish, honoring films…
John Mirisch: Representing the forgotten voice of the residents
Jan 28, 2009
Before he decided to run in the March 3 Beverly Hills City Council election, John Mirisch was best known locally for his musings on the city in his blog, blogbeverlyhills.com.…
Robert Schwartz: Private practice approach to public office
Jan 28, 2009
5th District City Council candidate Robert Schwartz isn’t your average contender. He hasn’t served on a council or worked in city government. The Encino-based attorney who braves the 405 every…
Ron Galperin: Galvanized and energized
Jan 25, 2009
Ron Galperin wears many hats. Attorney, activist, fundraiser, writer, editor, teacher, cantor, civil rights defender. The list is endless. On March 3, Galperin hopes to add 5th District City Council…
Adeena Bleich: Access, Action, Accountability
Jan 22, 2009
Adeena Bleich's 5th Council District campaign office sits on the corner of the busy Pico/Robertson intersection, although the office's doors are unobtrusive. On this particular morning she and her campaign…
Robyn Ritter Simon: Rocking the neighborhood
Jan 22, 2009
Robyn Ritter Simon's reputation as a community activist, organizer and grassroots leader long precedes her run for this year's 5th District City Council seat. Back in 1995, the mother…
David T. Vahedi: Fighting for quality of life
Jan 19, 2009
David Vahedi strides into a Westwood coffee shop and apologizes for being ten minutes late. "I've been knocking on doors," he confesses as he brushes off a few raindrops from…
Richard Stone: No shrinking violet
Jan 18, 2009
He was the Mayor of Beverly Hills in 1973. Now Richard Stone is back running for a seat on the city council. Aside from his years of experience and public…
Fran Cohen: Architect of change
Jan 17, 2009
Fran Cohen is the current chair of the Beverly Hills Architectural Commission, has lived in three US states and three different countries, and believes that her diverse background and experiences…
Sheriff Lee Baca returns from solidarity visit to Israel
Jan 16, 2009
Los Angeles County Sheriff Lee Baca spoke at the Israeli Consulate in Los Angeles earlier this week, following his recent three-day solidarity trip to Israel where he met key Israeli…
Beverly Hills Roundup: Week ending January 16, 2009
Jan 16, 2009
Sister to Sister Executive Women’s Breakfast
City Council member Linda Briskman joined Abbe Land, Mayor Pro Tem of the City of West Hollywood, and Wendy Greuel, Los Angeles City Councilmember, for…
CD5 Hyatt Regency Century City candidates forum
Jan 15, 2009
On Monday night the six candidates vying for the city council seat for the 5th District in the March 3 elections took part in a forum at the Hyatt Regency…
Michael Hakim: Team player
Jan 12, 2009
It’s lunchtime at the Urth Café on South Beverly Drive and the place is packed. City council candidate Michael Hakim uses this opportunity to rally the noon day crowd while…
The Tao of Nili Nathan
Jan 8, 2009
With the economy in a downward spiral, Nili Nathan is banking on her financial chops to give her the edge in the March 3 City Council elections. As a former…
Virginia Maas: A history of public service
Jan 7, 2009
How many city council candidates running in the March 3 Beverly Hills election can say they’ve prepared themselves by attending practically every City Council and Planning Commission meeting held in…
Dr William Brien: A physician to fix the ills of Beverly Hills
Jan 2, 2009
When speaking with Dr. William Brien, it’s difficult to avoid the medical clichés. As an orthopedic surgeon who also happens to be the current chief-of-staff at Cedars Sinai Medical Center…
Linda Briskman: Grandma mayor?
Dec 31, 2008
If Linda Briskman retains her Beverly Hills City Council seat in 2009, it will be her third tour of duty on the council, her second stint as mayor, and her…
Barry Brucker: Independent (Th)Inker
Dec 23, 2008
It’s an unusually cold, blustery day in Beverly Hills. It’s only 8 a.m. but Mayor Barry Brucker finds time to sit down to a breakfast meeting and discuss why he…
Beverly Hills supports regional efforts to help homeless
Dec 15, 2008
Beverly Hills is joining with other Westside cities in support of regional solutions to the problem of homelessness and is looking for volunteers to assist.
The City’s Human…
Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce launches new Web site
Dec 15, 2008
Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce has launched a new website at www.beverlyhillschamber.com The redesigned website offers a completely new look, more user-friendly site navigation, and integration with the Chamber’s new…
Santa at the Paley Center for Media
Dec 15, 2008
Join Mrs. Claus on the Beverly Hills Trolley for story telling and a drive through the colorful streets of Beverly Hills before arriving at The Paley Center for Media for…
Measure H passes by the skin of its teeth
Dec 15, 2008
The closely contested November 4 Measure H ballot, which will see the construction of a Waldorf=Astoria alongside a massive condominium project on the site of the current Beverly Hilton, passed…
And the candidates are...
Dec 14, 2008
The candidates running for three open seats on the Beverly Hills City Council have been finalized, following the closing of the candidate nomination period on December 10. The elections will…
The new year will bring a new caliber of service to Beverly Hills pets
Nov 20, 2008
In early 2009, Beverly Hills residents will be provided with closer proximity to a new, state-of-the art animal shelter located in West Los Angeles. Operated by the City of…
Beverly Hills CVB award Best Idea Program Achievement for innovative walking tour
Nov 20, 2008
Beverly Hills Conference & Visitors Bureau (BHCVB) has been named one of four convention and visitors bureaus from the Western United States and Western Canada to receive the annual Best…
Joel Madden and Nicole Richie to flip the switch at the UNICEF and City of Beverly Hills 2008 Snowflake Lighting
Nov 20, 2008
Joel Madden, UNICEF Ambassador, and Nicole Richie will host UNICEF’s 2008 Beverly Hills Snowflake Lighting ceremony on Saturday, November 22 at the intersection of Rodeo Drive and Wilshire Boulevard. …
Select Beverly Hills hotels announce special rates and offers for residents
Nov 20, 2008
Hotels invite Beverly Hills residents to spa, imbibe, dine and take advantage of ‘luxury guest rooms’ during the holiday season.
To add a dose of holiday cheer to frenzied Beverly…
Nomination period for Beverly Hills elections now open
Nov 20, 2008
The nomination period for Beverly Hills City Council and City Treasurer municipal elections opened on Monday, November 10 and will close on Friday, December 5, 2008.
However, in…
Beverly Hills’ New York Mission
Nov 20, 2008
For the fourth year in a row, Beverly Hills once again held its trade mission to New York from October 20th – 24th. Organized by the Beverly Hills Chamber of…
Reward offered in coin theft
Nov 20, 2008
A reward of $10,000 is being offered for information leading to the recovery of rare coins and paper money recently stolen from the offices of coin dealer Kevin Lipton on…
Theatre Review: Spring Awakening at The Ahmanson Theatre
Nov 17, 2008
The only thing missing from Spring Awakening is drugs. Otherwise, this musical about adolescents trying to come to terms with their lives and their sexuality in puritanical, sexually repressed 19th…
Approval of Measure H currently leading by 40 votes
Nov 17, 2008
The controversial Measure H – which would see the construction of a Waldorf=Astoria built on the current site of the Beverly Hilton as well as two condominiums, has still yet…
Measure H appears to have been defeated by just 68 votes
Nov 5, 2008
Although some absentee and provisional ballots are still outstanding, it appears that the opponents of Measure H – approving a $500 million expansion of the Beverly Hilton including the construction…
Hilton Hotel ballot (Measure H) splits community even on Election Day
Nov 4, 2008
While the final outcome won’t be known until tomorrow, a sample exit poll in Beverly Hills reveals that locals are equally divided over whether to approve the multi-million dollar expansion…
Veranda Magazine’s Beverly Hills Show House at Greystone Mansion
Nov 3, 2008
It’s that time of year again, when for only two weeks, the Great House at Greystone Mansion is open to the public. Twenty-eight top interior and landscape designers from around…
SuperStar Fitness Boot Camp on the beach: Week Six
Oct 24, 2008
In which a journalist – who works out sporadically - undertakes a six-week SuperStar fitness boot camp on the beach and hopefully lives to tell the tale.
Day 17
I honestly cannot…
Beverly Hills Police nab serial burglars
Oct 23, 2008
Culminating an extensive two-month investigation by Beverly Hills Police burglary detectives, undercover officers were able to witness actual crimes in progress and arrest three suspects last week. Two of…
Beverly Hills Halloween parking restrictions
Oct 23, 2008
It’s that time of year again, already. Next Friday, October 31, marks Halloween and the City of West Hollywood will once again launch it’s big Carnival bash, so parking will…
Fire in Sepulveda Pass endangers homes
Oct 23, 2008
Since approximately 1am, hundreds of firefighters have been fighting a brush fire in the Sepulveda Pass.
For further information, the LAFD recommends tuning your radio to 980 AM or 1070…
SuperStar Fitness Boot Camp on the beach: Week Five
Oct 17, 2008
In which a journalist – who works out sporadically - undertakes a six-week SuperStar fitness boot camp on the beach and hopefully lives to tell the tale.
Day 14
It’s been good…
City holds ceremony marking three new construction projects
Oct 16, 2008
On October 15, the City of Beverly Hills held a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of the Fleet Service Center Building, recognized the ongoing construction of the 9333…
Candy & Candy seek to rework 9900 Wilshire Project
Oct 16, 2008
With the collapse of Iceland’s Kaupthing bank, Candy & Candy – the London-based owners of the 9900 Wilshire project - are now seeking to completely redesign the $1 billion project…
Battle on Measure H heats up
Oct 13, 2008
Claims of bribery raise hackles even further on the city’s November 4 Measure H ballot, which will determine whether or not a multi-million dollar expansion project of the Beverly Hilton…
SuperStar Fitness Boot Camp on the beach: Week Four
Oct 13, 2008
In which a journalist – who works out sporadically - undertakes a six-week SuperStar fitness boot camp on the beach and hopefully lives to tell the tale.
Day 11
I wake up…
SuperStar Fitness Boot Camp on the beach: Week Three
Oct 3, 2008
In which a journalist – who works out sporadically - undertakes a six-week SuperStar fitness boot camp on the beach and hopefully lives to tell the tale.
DAY 7
This morning is…
William Morris headquarters sold for $143 million
Sep 29, 2008
The William Morris talent agency – one of the most renowned and powerful agencies in Los Angeles – has sold its headquarters in Beverly Hills to a consortium led by…
Store robbed on South Beverly Drive
Sep 29, 2008
On Saturday at approximately 12:30 a.m., Beverly Hills police officers responded to a radio call of a “takeover” armed robbery in the 200 block of South Beverly Drive. Within…
Flag flies for the first time outside the Israeli Consulate
Sep 29, 2008
Thousands turned out on Sunday afternoon to witness the raising of the Israeli flag above the Israeli Consulate on Wilshire Boulevard. The event marked the first time ever the local…
Beverly Hills City Council supports almost $300,000 in grant funding to enhance traffic safety
Sep 29, 2008
In an effort to ensure safety for all, the City Council earlier this month appropriated $276,957 in funds for traffic safety operations by the Beverly Hills Police Department. The funds…
SUperStar Fitness Boot Camp on the beach: Week Two
Sep 26, 2008
In which a journalist – who works out sporadically - undertakes a six-week SuperStar fitness boot camp on the beach and hopefully lives to tell the tale.
DAY 4
Now, although it’s…
SuperStar Fitness Boot Camp on the beach: Week One
Sep 25, 2008
In which a journalist – who works out sporadically - undertakes a six-week SuperStar fitness boot camp on the beach in Santa Monica, and hopefully lives to tell the tale.
When…
Hollywood Stars Celebrate Israel’s 60th
Sep 25, 2008
A joint effort by the Israeli Consulate and the Beverly Hills based Citizens Empowerment Center in Israel (CECI) on September 18, brought out Hollywood stars to celebrate Israel’s 60th anniversary,…
Beverly Hills PTA endorses Measure E
Sep 25, 2008
At its’ first annual meeting on September 23, 2008, The Beverly Hills PTA Council voted unanimously to endorse Measure E, which ensures security and safety for the schools and community.Others,…
Beverly Hills establishes guidelines for disaster preparedness
Sep 25, 2008
In the wake of Hurricanes Gustav, Hannah and Ike, the City of Beverly Hills is hoping to increase public awareness about the importance of planning for disasters as part of…
Beverly Hills Police Investigate “Home Invasion” Robbery
Sep 25, 2008
On Tuesday, September 23, 2008, at approximately 10:34 pm, Beverly Hills Police Officers responded to a radio call of an armed “Home Invasion” robbery in the 9900 block of Sunset…
Beverly Hills continues its Green programming
Sep 25, 2008
In what must surely be a feather in Mayor Barry Brucker’s cap, the City Council has approved a green program for single-family residences. The Greening of the city has been…
A positive tourist market in Beverly Hills
Aug 29, 2008
At the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce’s August Economic Develop Council luncheon at Spago, guests received positive news about the city’s tourism and hospitality trends, while also focusing on ways…
State of the City address focuses on a financially robust Beverly Hills
Aug 29, 2008
Beverly Hills Mayor Barry Brucker addressed close to 300 residents, City staff, council members and business owners at the annual State of the City address at Greystone Mansion on Wednesday…
LAPD nab Westside burglary suspect
Aug 26, 2008
The Los Angeles Police Department has finally arrested a man suspected of 15 home invasion robberies throughout West Los Angeles over the last 15 months. Information supplied by the…
Council agrees to separate Beverly Hills Chamber from CVB
Aug 26, 2008
The Beverly Hills City Council voted 4-1 in favor of splitting the Chamber of Commerce from the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) following a lengthy audit report by KH Consulting…
Metro to hold five community update meetings on Westside Extension Transit Corridor Study
Aug 22, 2008
The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) will be conducting a new round of community update meetings in September on the agency’s Westside Extension Transit Corridor Study.
Metro will…
Endeavor to host blood drive in honor of Joan Hyler
Aug 19, 2008
The Endeavor agency will be hosting a blood drive at its Beverly Hills screening room Wednesday in honor of Joan Hyler, who was struck by a car on Pacific Coast…
Hollywood talent manager Joan Hyler critically injured in car accident
Aug 18, 2008
Prolific Hollywood talent manager and producer Joan Hyler is in critical but stable condition at UCLA's Ronald Reagan Medical Center, after she was struck by a passing car on Pacific…
CD5 Election Forum Connects Voters to Candidates
Aug 18, 2008
On March 3, 2009, the voters of Los Angeles City Council District Five will be going to the polls to elect a new representative to replace Councilman Jack Weiss, who…
Canyon-News Engages in Dubious Journalism
Aug 18, 2008
On July 20, the Canyon News posted a story on their web site that contained quotes that were obtained exclusively by Kelly Hartog of the Beverly Hills Community News Project.…
On the eve of the Olympic games, Darfur rally takes place outside Los Angeles' Chinese Consulate
Aug 7, 2008
Bearing banners declaring “Walk For Peace in Darfur”, “You Can Save Darfur”, “Not On Our Watch”, and “We Won’t Stand Idly By”, over 150 activists, clergy and elected officials…
Beverly Hills receives coveted ISO rating
Aug 7, 2008
The city of Beverly Hills has been named the first California city to receive an Insurance Services Office (ISO) Class 1 rating under its new code for Building & Safety.…
Beverly Hills police arrest ‘hot prowl’ burglary suspect
Aug 4, 2008
Beverly Hills Police arrested 31-year-old Charles Scruggs on charges of residential burglary and evading arrest, following a call from a local resident who witnessed Scruggs jumping off the balcony of…
Audit considers possible separation of Chamber from CVB
Aug 1, 2008
The separation of Beverly Hills’ Chamber of Commerce and the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB), is long overdue according to Mayor Barry Brucker. However, an $80,000 independent performance audit conducted…
Local resident killed, brother injured in car crash
Jul 15, 2008
Twenty-five-year-old Beverly Hills resident Daniel Levian was killed on Saturday July, 12, when the vehicle he was traveling in crashed into a wall at the 1100 block of North…
July 14 Update: Police charge Beverly Hills robbery suspects
Jul 11, 2008
At 6 a.m. on July 11, Los Angeles police officers shot and wounded one of two gunmen at the intersection of San Vicente and Fairfax Blvds, following a police chase…
First in line for 3G iPhone leaves disappointed
Jul 11, 2008
On a whim, 12-year-old Danny Licht and Steven Dunn, 11, decided to be the first in line to buy the 3G iPhone going on sale at the Apple Store in…
Beverly Hills July 11 Weekly Roundup
Jul 11, 2008
The Thomas Keller Restaurant Group has signed a lease for a new Beverly Hills outpost, Bouchon, expected to open in late 2009. The restaurant will be located in the…
MTA CEO Snoble: We must improve mobility, quality of life on the Westside
Jul 10, 2008
Metropolitan Transit Authority CEO Roger Snoble was the guest speaker at the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Council (EDC) luncheon at Spago on July 9, where he discussed…
Animal organizations launch national "A Puppy Store Free LA" campaign
Jul 9, 2008
On July 9, the Best Friends for Animals Society (BFAS) together with Last Chance for Animals (LCA) kicked off a national campaign to halt the sale of puppy mill dogs,…
City council places Hilton referendum on November 4 ballot
Jul 9, 2008
On July 9, the Beverly Hills City Council voted 5-0 to place the Beverly Hills Hilton Revitalization Plan on the November 4 ballot, thereby allowing residents to vote on the…
Councilor Delshad receives honorary doctorate
Jul 7, 2008
Former Beverly Hills mayor and current city councilor Jimmy Delshad, was recently awarded the prestigious Doctorate Award in the field of Humanity and Business from American Liberty University (ALU) at…
Westwood Boulevard has 64 billboards; some may be illegal
Jul 2, 2008
Every day, commuters and residents who use Westwood Boulevard are bombarded with commercial messages from 64 billboards that line the street, not including the billboards found on bus stops and…
Westside residents relieved at Metro's decision to postpone funding for Gold Line
Jun 27, 2008
Westside residents, who turned out in force to the Metropolitan Transport Authority's board meeting in downtown Los Angeles on June 26, breathed a sigh of relief after the board voted…
Hilton Referendum will be on November Ballot
Jun 26, 2008
Despite the Beverly Hills City Council’s approval of the $500 million Hilton revitalization project, a referendum petition opposing the project that was submitted by the Citizens Right to Decide Committee,…
Beverly Hills Senior Citizens Being Targeted in Telephone Scam
Jun 26, 2008
Local police are urging senior citizens to be on the alert for scam artists who prey on the elderly by telephoning them, claiming to be their grandchild and needing financial…
First California same sex marriage takes place in Beverly Hills
Jun 16, 2008
First California Lesbian Marriage Takes Place Under a Chuppah
Following the California Supreme Court’s 4-3 decision in May allowing same sex couples to legally marry, thousands of Californians will be flocking…
Beverly High Students Learn a Sobering Lesson
May 21, 2008
On May 21 at 10 a.m. on Moreno Drive in front of Beverly Hills High School, junior and senior students witnessed a staged car crash with a drunk teenage driver.…
City Council Approves Hilton Waldorf-Astoria Project
May 13, 2008
Following weeks of delays and strenuous protests from residents, the Beverly Hills City Council officially approved the $500 million Beverly Hilton Revitalization Project, in a 4-1 vote on May 12.
The…
Barry Brucker: An Interview with Beverly Hills' Newly Installed Mayor
May 11, 2008
He's only been in office six weeks, and Mayor Barry Brucker has already been faced with some major decisions, but he's taking them all in his stride.
When the Beverly Hills…
Beverly Hills Locals Support Judge's Olympic/Pico Ruling
May 11, 2008
Beverly Hills residents, officials and businesses breathed a collective sigh of relief when a Los Angeles court judge temporarily nixed Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa’s plans to turn Olympic and…
Judge says Olympic-Pico plan needs study
May 8, 2008
Superior Court Judge John Torribio has sided with the West L.A. Chamber of Commerce and the Westwood South of Santa Monica homeowners association in a lawsuit that sought to delay…
Posh Puppy in Beverly Hills Closes Following "Puppy Mill" Scandal
May 7, 2008
It has taken almost five months of active campaigning by animal rights organizations, but on May 7, the doors of the Posh Puppy pet store in Beverly Hills were shuttered…
"Israel at 60" Comes to Los Angeles
May 7, 2008
The Westside is joining with the whole of Los Angeles to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the State of Israel. The city is celebrating 60 hours of programs and performances…
Hollywood praises accurate portrayals of social ills
Apr 28, 2008
Last week, the Entertainment Industries Council gave out its Prism Awards for the "accurate depiction of addiction and health issues" at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
The EIC exists at the intersection…
DWP warns residents of imposters
Apr 24, 2008
The Department of Water and Power is warning residents to beware of people who may be posing as utility workers to gain access to homes and rob or burglarize them.
Here…
France honors wartime service of Charles Durning
Apr 23, 2008
Last night as the sun set on the Beverly Hills residence of the French consulate general, Charles Durning recounted his desparate, bloody fight with a young German soldier that took…
9900 Wilshire project approved; on track to be city's most 'green'
Apr 15, 2008
At the April 9th City Council meeting, the Beverly Hills Council voted 4-1 in favor of the construction of a mixed-use high-rise condominium project at 9900 Wilshire Blvd., the former…
Smaller talent agencies step into void left by majors
Apr 15, 2008
When Creative Artists Agency (CAA) pulled the plug on Beverly Hills and moved to Century City at the beginning of 2007, with International Creative Management (ICM) shortly following suit, there…
Parrots go wild in Westwood
Apr 11, 2008
For at least a couple years, a small flock of Amazon Parrots has been living wild in the Westwood neighborhood south of Santa Monica Boulevard, east of Sepulveda. At least…
Statue Porn: John Wayne's anatomically correct horse
Jan 25, 2008 · Beverly Hills
In front of the Beverly Hills building that is the headquarters of Flynt Publications (Hustler magazine), there is a huge statue of John Wayne on horseback. The L.A. Times reports…
Lounge Act profiles Westside people
Jan 10, 2008 · Uncategorized
I've started a series of articles at WestsideToday.com called "Lounge Act." Here's the description:
"Lounge Act" is a series of articles based on interviews conducted in the lounge of some of…
5-year-old Brentwood boy battles brain tumor
Sep 27, 2007 · Uncategorized
In less than a week, a life can take a drastic turn for the worse and the only cause may be "lousy luck."
That's the rather unscientific term Dylan David's surgeon…
Community council keeps tabs on Brentwood
Sep 26, 2007 · Uncategorized
As usual, Bette Harris does a terrific job of summarizing the goings-on at the BCC. This comes to us via email:
BRENTWOOD COMMUNITY COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS - SEPTEMBER 4, 2007 MEETING
By Bette…
Suspicious package causes Wilshire Blvd closure
Sep 25, 2007 · Westwood
This came to us via email:
START DATE/TIME: Tue, September 25, 2007 12:30 PM
END DATE/TIME: Tue, September 25, 2007 3:30 PM
At 11:40 am, a person dropped a suspicious package at the…
Marina del Rey nightclub gets on the list
Sep 13, 2007 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Marina del Rey club is hip, fun and -- gulp -- at the Marriott.
IT'S the flicker of candlelight, the lick of a fire, the aroma of…
LA Weekly coming to the Westside
Sep 10, 2007 · Uncategorized
LA Observed: LA Weekly goes Westside.
Talk about culture shock. The LA Weekly is leaving its longtime physical and spiritual home on Sunset Boulevard in the heart of Hollywood for…
Expo line funding leaves the station
Sep 6, 2007 · Uncategorized
Whittier Daily News reports: Transit projects get green light.
Los Angeles commuters got some long-sought relief Wednesday as California transit officials greenlighted key projects that included a light-rail line that…
Rosendahl overstates the traffic case
Aug 20, 2007 · Uncategorized
File this under, "Things we thought at the time and was going post, but didn't."
LA Observed: Morning Buzz Improving Westside traffic
Not even close to New York
Aug 17, 2007 · Uncategorized
Back in the '80s there was a Westside political organization devoted to slow growth that called itself "Not Yet New York."
Recently I was looking at some demographic data on…
Rising slip fees leave boaters high and dry
Aug 16, 2007 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Argonaut reports: Boat slip fee increases anger Marina boat owners who take protest to commission.
Marina del Rey, a haven for recreational boat owners since the 1960s, has blossomed into…
LAPD releases series of photos of hillside burglars
Aug 15, 2007 · Uncategorized
Click on the images for the full-size version:
LAist gets the story on that "car bomb"
Aug 15, 2007 · Uncategorized
LAist: Misadventures in Journalism - The Car Bomb Mystery.
He disappointed by telling me that the suspicious device found in the car was a “facimile device.â€
“Our uniformed officers saw a…
Transit advocate opposes proposed change to bus route
Aug 13, 2007 · Uncategorized
We received the following via email:
The suggestion was made to split the Metro Rapid line 761 into three segments, one split being near the Getty Center and the other…
Ground broken on Expo line
Aug 10, 2007 · Culver City
The L.A. Times reports: L.A. officials break ground on the Expo Line.
Local officials gathered this morning for what they described as a milestone for L.A.'s fledging rail system: the groundbreaking…
Billboard protest is resumed, ridiculous
Aug 10, 2007 · Uncategorized
Link: Billboard Advertisers are Idiots.
We figured it out. The trick is to be utterly self-contradictory and, therefore, ridiculous. It's much better to be ridiculous than vindictive.The protest is already proving…
Exit Rocky, enter Weiss
Aug 9, 2007 · Council District 5
Interesting scenario at CityBeat: Please, Rocky, Don’t Go .
More likely, of course, if Rocky resigned or even if he were somehow miraculously recalled, there will be no special election. Instead,…
Plug pulled on billboard protest, bad mojo cited
Aug 7, 2007 · Uncategorized
Link: Billboard Advertisers are Idiots: Too much bad mojo - we're pulling the plug.
Call it bad mojo, call it bad karma, call it negative energy, call it what you will,…
"Rich and scared" meme is getting tiresome
Aug 7, 2007 · Uncategorized
This was found on LA Observed, from whom we usually expect better: Attention assignment editors.
How often do TV stations get to send their nightside crime-and-mayhem crews to a community…
CityWatch update on Weiss recall campaign
Aug 6, 2007 · Council District 5
CityWatch has this update on the campaign to recall Jack Weiss: Group Says: Zev has Made Their Point and Planning’s Goldberg “Is Beside Herselfâ€.
Recall campaigns seem like a good way…
Billboard advertiser has never received complaint
Aug 6, 2007 · Uncategorized
Leeds Mattress has A LOT of billboards up around town. They are mostly those small billboards that look more like larger posters.
Leeds Mattress is featured at Billboard Advertisers are Idiots,…
Mar Vista marks 80th year
Aug 3, 2007 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Metroblogging Los Angeles reports: Mar Vista Celebrates 80 Years.
The Mar Vista Historical Society is celebrating 80 years with a block party on Sunday. Did you know it used to be…
Koretz tosses hat in the 5th
Aug 3, 2007 · Council District 5
LA Observed reports: LA Observed: Koretz joins 5th district race *.
Former Assemblyman Paul Koretz put himself in the running for the 5th council district race that will be fought the…
SoRo and LAFD host picnic
Aug 2, 2007 · Uncategorized
Picnic in the Park: The South Robertson Neighborhoods Council and Fire Station #58 are co-sponsoring a bbq/picnic at the Robertson Recreation Center on Sunday, August 12th, from 3:30 to…
Website calls billboard advertisers "idiots"
Jul 31, 2007 · Uncategorized
In an effort to combat the visual blight of billboards, a Website called "Billboard Advertisers are Idiots" has been launched.
Why the name-calling? According to the site:
The act of protest brings…
Video of yesterday's bomb removal posted on YouTube
Jul 27, 2007 · Westwood
Here is the video of an LAPD bomb squad robot removing a suspected bomb from the trunk of a stolen vehicle and detonating it.
This took place after 6pm yesterday on…
LAPD detonates suspected bomb near Westside Pavillion
Jul 27, 2007 · Westwood
This comes to us in an email from a reader:
I work at a Small film company and around 6pm, they shut down Pico from Supelveda to Overland because of a…
SM opens gate to LA dogs, temporarily
Jul 26, 2007 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Argonaut reports: Mar Vista dogs may be allowed in off-leash park.
An effort by residents of the Mar Vista community of Los Angeles to see that they can bring their…
Reward offered for domestic terrorism incident
Jul 26, 2007 · UCLA
The Los Angeles Times reports: $110,000 reward offered in attempted bombing at UCLA doctor's home - .
Federal and local officials on Tuesday announced a $110,000 reward for information leading to…
Tuttle setting sights on 5th
Jul 23, 2007 · Council District 5
LA Observed reports: Lining up in the 5th council district.
Former city Controller Rick Tuttle is telling people he's in the race to succeed Councilman Jack Weiss, who's expected to run…
Burglary spree has hillside neighborhoods on edge
Jul 20, 2007 · Bel Air
The LA Times reports: Burglars hit the rich and famous.
A skilled burglary crew has targeted the homes of corporate titans, celebrities and sports stars in some of L.A.'s wealthiest neighborhoods…
Well, maybe not racist, but brilliant?
Jul 17, 2007 · Uncategorized
Based on the consensus of comments here and at MetroBlogging L.A., I am not cool/hip and that billboard is not racist. Oh, and according to at least one person, I…
Racist billboard not welcome on Westside
Jul 17, 2007 · Uncategorized
Context counts, and in this case, the context is a predominantly non-black neighborhood where referring to an adult black man as "boy" is wrong and racist. Also, there are contexts…
New farmers market opens in Westwood Village
Jul 17, 2007 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: All-new farmers’ market sprouts up in Westwood.
Westwood Village once again has a farmers’ market, and organizers are hoping the new location and hours will not prevent…
Volunteers sought for Ballona Wetlands
Jul 17, 2007 · Playa Vista/Westchester
From our press release file:
PLAYA DEL REY - ÂThe Friends of Ballona Wetlands and Santa Monica Bay and Los Angeles Audubon Chapters are offering a six-week training program for Volunteer…
Money is remaining obstacle to Westside subway
Jul 16, 2007 · Uncategorized
The LA Times reports: 'Subway to the Sea' plan still adrift.
Despite moves in Congress this week to lift a longtime ban on subway tunneling, the epic struggle to build a…
Senate panel votes to lift subway tunnel ban
Jul 13, 2007 · Uncategorized
The AP reports, via San Jose Mercury News: Senate panel lifts tunneling ban on L.A. subway.
A key U.S. Senate panel followed the House's lead Thursday and voted to lift a…
UCLA to unveil state-of-the-art ER
Jul 13, 2007 · UCLA
From our press release file: UCLA Unveils State-of-the-Art Emergency Center to Serve Westside Community.
SANTA MONICA, Calif., July 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Physicians, hospital employees and hospital leadership will join community members…
Zillow says lots of doctors and lawyers who speak French live here
Jul 11, 2007 · Uncategorized
Zillow has just launched a new neighborhoods feature: West Los Angeles Real Estate Guide and Valuations.
This is what they have to say about our demographics:
West Los Angeles residents are distinct…
Country club to host tournament benefiting "Wounded Warriors"
Jul 10, 2007 · Brentwood
From our press release file:
To aid armed forces veterans seriously wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan, MountainGate (cq) Country Club will host a golf and tennis tournament Aug.13, 2007 with all…
Traffic solutions to be discussed at meetings
Jul 9, 2007 · Uncategorized
This comes to us via SoRo.org
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TWO WAYS TO ADDRESS GRIDLOCK THIS WEEK
1) Should Pico & Olympic become one-way streets?
2) Learn about the Light Rail connecting downtown Los Angeles
to Culver City…
Westside condo market may be softening
Jul 9, 2007 · Westwood
The LA Business Journal reports: Luxury Condo Market Hitting a Peak.
A Wilshire Corridor development that made a splash last year when it started building condos that it said would average…
Venice residents seek no change
Jul 9, 2007 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Venice is arguing with success.
n Venice, where development is a dirty word and the eclecticism of Abbot Kinney Boulevard's shops and restaurants is beloved, there is…
Reprieve for Duttons
Jul 6, 2007 · Brentwood
The L.A. Times reports: Brentwood building owner reworks plans to retain Dutton's.
Billionaire Charles T. Munger said Thursday that he has scrapped plans to build 60 luxury condos on San Vicente…
Vets home to break ground on Friday
Jul 5, 2007 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports: Home coming for veterans in West L.A..
Rarely does a Westside construction project fail to provoke a NIMBY shout from one sector or another. But elation, not…
Palisades residents upset at Santa Monica road maintenance plans
Jun 21, 2007 · Pacific Palisades
The Palisadian-Post reports: Council Fears SM Plans For California Incline.
During a meeting last week, Pacific Palisades Community Council members expressed outrage over the city of Santa Monica's current yet un-finalized…
Weiss battles traffic on one street
Jun 21, 2007 · Council District 5
TMZ.com reports: Can Paris' Street Save Councilman's Job?.
After Paris Hilton's West Hollywood neighbors began complaining about the traffic problems Paris Hilton's jail fiasco caused in their neighborhood, Councilman Jack Weiss…
Weiss falsely accused of enforcing decency
Jun 19, 2007 · Council District 5
Media Life Magazine reports: In LA, the mystery of the dropped trou.
Yelland says a Clear Channel sales representative told him the councilman was Jack Weiss [who complained about a…
Janitors march: This won't be good for today's commute
Jun 15, 2007 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
L.A. Times reports: Janitors set to march in Century City.
Janitors seeking higher wages and affordable healthcare will march this afternoon in Century City as part of a nationwide observance of…
Those sirens in Marina Del Rey are a tsunami test -- only a test
Jun 15, 2007 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Argonaut reports: Tsunami warning siren test set for noon Fri., June 15th.
A tsunami emergency warning system test will take place some time between noon and 1 p.m. Friday, June…
Bus service makes direct connection between Westwood, LAX
Jun 15, 2007 · Westwood
Link: Nonstop bus service offered between campus and LAX.
Nonstop LAX FlyAway bus service between UCLA and Los Angeles International Airport began today, offering West Los Angeles travelers a convenient, comfortable…
Zillow gets conversation started on homes for sale
Jun 14, 2007 · Uncategorized
I just discovered this feature at Zillow -- you can indicate a home is for sale and you can post comments (in the form of a question).
This is great! Learn…
Weiss enforces sense of decency
Jun 7, 2007 · Council District 5
Media Buyer Planner reports: Tongue-in-cheek Ads Pulled for Indecency.
A billboard campaign that showed models whose pants have fallen down around their ankles because they aren't wearing any belts has been…
UCLA dedicates brand new hospital
Jun 6, 2007 · UCLA
The L.A. Times reports: New UCLA hospital is dedicated.
Even though its oft-postponed opening could still be as long as a year off, the new $1-billion Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center…
Weiss woes draws no sympathy from colleagues
Jun 5, 2007 · Council District 5
The Daily News reports: Past disputes haunt Weiss as he faces recall.
As he prepares to fight off a recall challenge, City Councilman Jack Weiss is calling on his colleagues to…
Landmark gets lukewarm first-review
Jun 4, 2007 · Uncategorized
Found at Curbed LA: CurbedWire: Landmark Theater Finally Opens.
"it sort of feels more upscale. I find the auditoriums to be sort of disappointing but the public spaces are kind of…
CityWatch gets an earful in response to Weiss recall column
Jun 3, 2007 · Council District 5
Link: CityWatch - An insider look at City Hall - Who & What is REALLY Behind Weiss Recall.
Blog tracks "bubble" in Westside real estate
May 31, 2007 · Uncategorized
Here's an interesting blog we just discovered: Westside Bubble.
Tracking the real estate bubble on the Westside of Los Angeles, especially in Santa Monica ... available housing inventory, highlights/lowlights, and the…
Boutique theater ready to open
May 31, 2007 · Uncategorized
Found at indieWIRE: Boutique Landmark Theater Complex Eyes Wider West L.A. Audiences.
If it works, the newest Landmark Theatres complex may truly be a landmark - to movie culture in Los…
Locals have no gaurantee of entry to Pali High
May 30, 2007 · Pacific Palisades
The following comes from the Brentwood Community Council minutes:PALISADES CHARTER HIGH
SCHOOL
ADMISSIONS POLICY – Amy Held, Executive Director,
Palisades Charter High
School ,
addressed the community’s concern regarding the school’s admission policy. She said…
VA land use restriction is dropped from bill
May 29, 2007 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Bill omits ban on developing VA campus.
By the time it passed Congress last week, the $120-billion emergency war spending bill was missing some language that would…
Local pols kowtow to party line on VA
May 29, 2007 · Uncategorized
I just don't get how veterans are served by empty expanses of grass where people aren't even allowed to walk their dog.
This is about exploiting veterans to serve the interest…
KCRW covers Weiss recall story
May 23, 2007 · Council District 5
Link: Angry Westside Homeowners Plan to Recall Councilman Jack Weiss — KCRW | 89.9FM.
Weiss recall effort has flashy web site
May 21, 2007 · Council District 5
Found at CityWatch: Weiss Recall Effort Kicks It up a Notch: Posts New Website, Claims Harassment.
The Jack Weiss recall group shifted their effort up a gear this week establishing a…
Advertisement: GoughNuts - the indestructable dog chew toy, guaranteed!
May 9, 2007 · Uncategorized
This is a shameless plug for GoughNuts, an indestructible dog chew toy designed by mechanical and polymer engineers who build parts for rocket engines.
Also, if you have a dog, check…
Westside residents barred from dog park
May 7, 2007 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Angelenos told to keep their paws off dog park.
Mar Vista residents have a bone to pick with Santa Monica.
Under the Santa Monica city code, only dogs…
Hate vandal arrested
May 7, 2007 · Council District 5
The L.A. Times reports: Arrest made in Weiss swastika pasting.
A 32-year-old man was arrested this morning in connection with the pasting of swastikas on the district office door of Los…
SM airport safety measure draws FAA ire
May 4, 2007 · Uncategorized
LAVoice.org: Santa Monica Battling the FAA.
The City of Santa Monica and the Federal Aviation Administration are locking horns over proposed enhanced safety measures at Santa Monica Airport.
Weiss targeted for recall
Mar 14, 2007 · Council District 5
LA Weekly reports: Targeting a Weiss Guy:Westside homeowners are furious with their pro-development city councilman .
Nearly two dozen representatives from homeowner groups stretching from Cheviot Hills to Westwood to…
Farsi joins English on BH ballot
Feb 27, 2007 · Beverly Hills
The L.A. Times reports: For some, Beverly Hills ballots went too Farsi.
For the first time, Beverly Hills had translated its entire absentee and sample ballots into Persian. The ballots for…
Effort seeks to extend Green Line to LAX
Feb 27, 2007 · Uncategorized
From our press release file: Sacramento, CA - Assemblymember Ted Lieu (D-Torrance) and Senator Jenny Oropeza (D-Carson) today introduced AB 889, a bill that would create a Green Line Construction…
Westside Today hires executive editor, promises improved content
Feb 23, 2007 · Uncategorized
Jeff Hall writes: Westside Today Online - Publishers Notebook.
I’m happy to announce Robin Keats is our new executive editor. A graduate of Boston’s Emerson College, Robin’s career includes stints on…
School touts clean bill of health for radiation
Feb 23, 2007 · Uncategorized
City Beat reports: Hide and Seek: Brentwood School study finds no radiation on campus land leased from the VA, but bigger questions remain unansweredIn a January 30 letter to the…
Chick considers carpetbagger run in 5th
Jan 28, 2007 · Council District 5
The L.A. Times reports: Chick considers bid for Weiss' City Council seat.
Los Angeles City Controller Laura Chick said Friday that she was considering running for the City Council in 2009,…
Homeless count under way
Jan 23, 2007 · Uncategorized
The LookOut reports: Homeless Count to Kick Off Tuesday.
Homeless officials this week are launching the nation’s largest count of people living on the streets of LA County, including Santa Monica.
As…
Westwood farmer's market up and running at the VA
Jan 23, 2007 · Westwood
Pulled from our comments:
Westwood Farmers Market is back, now at the VA just off Sepulveda Blvd at Constitution Avenue (one block North of Wilshire Blvd.). For over seven months now…
Feds flout state/local law, raid medical marijuana dispensaries
Jan 18, 2007 · Uncategorized
WehoNews.com reports: DEA RAIDS WEHO POT CLUBS.
Federal Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) officers conducted five simultaneous raids on Medical Marijuana dispensaries operating inside the City of West Hollywood at 3:00 p.m.…
WestsideRentals gets F from BBB
Jan 10, 2007 · Uncategorized
This came to us via comments on a previous post.
WestsideRentals is probably the best known apartment listing service on this side of town, if not by reputation, then by the…
McMansions: beauty or blight?
Jan 9, 2007 · Uncategorized
It's always quaint when heated debate arises among people who take themselves entirely to seriously, over something that really, in the big picture, doesn't amount to a hill of beans.
Homelessness…
CAA moving into shiny new Century City building
Jan 7, 2007 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
Link: Up-and-comer on Avenue of the Stars.
THIS sleek glass-and-steel structure is as striking as any to go up in the Southland recently. It solves a number of spatial problems elegantly,…
Blog takes "a hard look at the dark side of Westwood"
Dec 19, 2006 · Westwood
This has recently come to our attention: Westwood CA Blight.
Persian poised to become next Beverly Hills mayor
Dec 11, 2006 · Beverly Hills
Westside Today reports: Making History: Jimmy Delshad is Close to Becoming the First Iranian-American Mayor of Beverly Hills. .
Jimmy Delshad came to the U.S. at age 19 with about $100…
Racoon story: furry tail or tall tale
Dec 11, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
We came across the following, but we are unable to find the original source of this story. Can anyone confirm it?
Kim & Her Friends Explain It All: Sign of the…
Rosendahl unveils far-reaching traffic plan
Dec 8, 2006 · Uncategorized
From our press release file:
ROSENDAHL UNVEILS ANTI-GRIDLOCK PLAN
Councilman Proposes $11 Million to Improve Traffic, Build Mass Transit
LOS ANGELES - Saying "it is time to get Los Angeles moving again," City…
Beverly Hills oil rig lawsuits dismissed
Dec 8, 2006 · Beverly Hills
The L.A. Times reports: School oil-rig lawsuits dismissed.
A judge on Wednesday dismissed 12 lawsuits in a headline-making case brought by Erin Brockovich-Ellis' law firm against Beverly Hills and its school…
Who is Bette Harris?
Dec 1, 2006 · Brentwood
One of the most influential and effective neighborhood political/quasi-governmental groups on the Westside is the Brentwood Community Council (BCC), and its principle chronicler is Bette Harris.
Her byline is found on…
Commercial real estate strong on Westside
Dec 1, 2006 · Santa Monica
The Santa Monica Mirror reports: Westside Economic Summit.
Asking rents for office space in Santa Monica increased 22 percent over the last year, the largest increase of any market on the…
Brentwood dog park to get tested for radiation
Dec 1, 2006 · Brentwood
Associated Press reports: Government will test LA dog park for radiation.
The government this week will begin testing a West Los Angeles dog park and surrounding area where radioactive waste…
City to crack down on parking in Westwood's North Village
Nov 30, 2006 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports: A Dukakis win in Westwood.
Michael Dukakis lost his bid for president in 1988, but he can declare victory in his latest campaign — against parking scofflaws…
Beverly Hills gets on board with subway
Nov 27, 2006 · Beverly Hills
The L.A. Times reports: Beverly Hills doesn't want to miss the subway - Los Angeles Times.
Beverly Hills officials, sensing that a subway to the sea is inevitable, want to ensure…
Contributors welcome
Nov 21, 2006 · Uncategorized
I started West L.A. Online about 3 years ago because I was not satisfied with the local news and information that I could find online. It is a product of…
Hilltop college marks 80th year
Nov 21, 2006 · Bel Air
Bel-Air View reports:
Happy Birthday: Mount St. Mary’s 80th anniversary this year.
Mount St. Mary’s College is a serene aerie that celebrates its 80th anniversary this year. The breath-taking panorama of…
New blog in town
Nov 10, 2006 · Westwood
There's a new blog up that covers goings on in and around Westwood aptly named: Westwood Happenings. Look for lots of video from this blogger.
LAFD blog recounts Bel Air fire
Nov 7, 2006 · Uncategorized
It has been 45 years since Bel Air's great conflagration. LAFD recalls"45 Years Ago Today: Bel Air a 'Hurricane of Fire'".
Before the wild rush of this roaring destruction was finally…
Activist to provide service as punishment
Nov 6, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Via Police Blotter: Plea Deal For Rogue Ficus Trimmer
The L.A. Times reports: Ballona Wetlands Activist Takes Deal in Vandalism Case.
A biologist and environmentalist charged with vandalism in the Ballona…
The 42nd ASSEMBLY RACE: A NEW ERA OF LEADERSHIP
Nov 4, 2006 · Uncategorized
A year ago when I decided to run for State Assembly, it was based on a vision of what can be accomplished if we work together on the challenges we…
THE FORGOTTEN SENIORS
Oct 31, 2006 · Uncategorized
In my campaign travels for State Assembly, I have been most taken by the plight of seniors in our community. Walk with me to a senior center in West LA,…
Waxman stands strong in Congress
Oct 19, 2006 · Uncategorized
Palisadian-Post reports: Waxman Charts Future of House Democrats.
The future of political discourse in the country could be radically changed come November by one word, six-letters long: W-A-X-M-A-N.
In a curious intersection…
Brentwood's Democratic dedication in question
Oct 19, 2006 · Brentwood
The L.A. Times reports: Liberal Brentwood Loves the Gov. Too.
Brentwood, the exclusive West Los Angeles neighborhood that doubles as a money factory for Democratic candidates and causes, is having an…
REP. FOLEY’S ACTIONS—INEXCUSEABLE
Oct 4, 2006 · Uncategorized
Although occurring outside of our district, as a candidate for public office who is both Republican and gay, I am compelled to speak out on this scandal.
Representative Foley’s conduct…
Online community refuses to let murder go unnoticed
Oct 2, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
This blog has never received very many comments, but there is one post that received many -- in fact it has received the most comments since we began a couple…
WALK WITH US!
Oct 1, 2006 · Uncategorized
On October 15th, the Sion campaign will be joining hands with others in our community to participate in the 2006 AIDS Walk Los Angeles. If interested, we ask that you…
THE JETSON ERA THIS IS NOT
Sep 22, 2006 · Uncategorized
In the early 1960s, John F. Kennedy challenged a generation by speaking about space exploration as the new frontier. Yet, here we are 40 years later, and stuck in traffic…
Centinela Feed and Pet jumps the shark
Sep 12, 2006 · Uncategorized
If you own pets here on the Westside, you know there are basically two choices for pet food and acoutrements: PetCo or Centinela Feed and Pet.
PetCo always seemed so…
9/11 REMEMBERED
Sep 11, 2006 · Uncategorized
Five years ago today, I woke up to a ringing telephone that I could no longer ignore. It was my father telling me that we were under attack. As I…
Culver City seizes property to enrich "partner"
Sep 7, 2006 · Culver City
The following letter is being circulated. Right now, this is all we know about this issue. Comments from those in the know would be greatly appreciated.
September 1, 2006
Dear Surfas Customers,
The…
Freeway sign misleading
Sep 3, 2006 · Brentwood
Los Angeles Times reports: Freeway Golf Sign: an Attempt to Bag Drivers?.
Is billionaire developer Donald Trump using the freeway to fill his fairways?
That's what it looked like Thursday in Brentwood…
Palms–Village Sun continues to churn out the local news
Aug 31, 2006 · Palms/Westside Village
If you are a Palms/Westside Village resident, and you haven't visited the Palms–Village Sun lately, head on over there and get a dose of what's happenin' in your neighborhood.
George Garrigues…
I support anti-discrimination measure for gay people
Aug 29, 2006 · Uncategorized
Steven Sion is the Gay Republican candidate running in the 42nd Assembly Disitrict:
Last week, I had the honor of speaking before residents of the West Hollywood community. Among the several…
LA Weekly: Welcome to Gentrification City
Aug 27, 2006 · Council District 11
The LA Weekly does an excellent story this week on the root causes and ultimate effects of gentrification in Los Angeles. It's a great read for anybody interested in this…
LA Times reports, "Job Boom Makes Driving a Chore on the Westside"
Aug 27, 2006 · Council District 11
Well, Duh!!!!
The LA Times reports today that job growth and a lack of affordable housing have actually reversed historical traffic patterns, causing massive backups for west-bound commuters and giving east-bound…
Consensus: Moratorium a bad idea
Aug 18, 2006 · Uncategorized
The is from Martini Republic, on the left side of the playground: Drinking the condo conversion koolaid.
Most people would not agree that the heart of any problem is condo conversion.…
Westwood Village has anti-fans
Aug 17, 2006 · Westwood
Found at the LAist: (Yet Another Reason) Why Westwood Sucks.
Aside from septuagenarians and UCLA freshmen, I have no idea why anyone would willingly choose to live in or around Westwood,…
Mayor Sam has unkind words for Jack Weiss
Aug 17, 2006 · Council District 5
We tend to shy away from potty talk, so you will just have to visit Mayor Sam to see what he has to say.
Judge Declines to Halt Lincoln Place Evictions
Aug 16, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Paper reports today that a judge declined to halt the scheduled September 1st eviction of the remaining fifty elderly and disabled residents of Lincoln Place. According to the…
Gay candidate to host event in West Hollywood
Aug 15, 2006 · Uncategorized
Found at: Straight Citizens for Steven Sion.
Come meet Steven Sion, West Hollywood's candidate for the State Assembly.
After a contested primary in June, Steve Sion is the ONLY gay candidate running…
Time's editorial opposes misguided Rosendahl housing moratorium
Aug 15, 2006 · Uncategorized
From the L.A. Times on Councilman Rosendahl's call for a stop to condo conversions: No "Timeout" for Property Rights.
It's practically the first lesson of Econ 101: If the price of…
All candidates invited to post on West L.A. Online
Aug 15, 2006 · Uncategorized
In the interest of fairness, we would like to extend an invitation to any candidate for public office on the Westside to be a guest blogger on West L.A. Online.
Here…
Our defining moment: Why I am a Republican
Aug 13, 2006 · Uncategorized
[Editor's note: Steven Sion is the Republican Party candidate running in the 42nd Assembly District]
History is not just to be read about in textbooks—it is to be made. Today, throughout…
Straight citizens come out for gay candidate
Aug 10, 2006 · Uncategorized
From the people who brought us "Tony Blair for President" in 2004 comes another long-shot campaign: Straight Citizens for Steven Sion.
At least this time they are campaigning for someone who…
Congresswoman Jane Harman to hold Veterans Town Hall
Aug 10, 2006 · Westwood
on Saturday, August 12th, at 10:45 AM at the West LA Municipal Building, 1645 Corinth, Los Angeles, 90025, on the following issues of importance to the Westside:
• The future use…
Antonio's own pay-to-play scheme
Aug 10, 2006 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Weekly has a very interesting article that ties big developer campaign contributions to Mayor Villaraigosa's LAUSD take-over campaign, and as a reader pointed out, "Jack Weiss is the…
Rosendahl Seeks Moratorium on Condo Conversions
Aug 7, 2006 · Council District 11
This just in from the VenicePaper:
"Monday, August 7, 2006—Venice’s city councilman, Bill Rosendahl, will introduce a motion in city council tomorrow calling for a one-year moratorium on condo conversions in…
THE EDUCATION ON EDUCATION
Aug 4, 2006 · Uncategorized
Growing up in Rhode Island, I went to public elementary school and had a solid education. There was a sense of local community, with my parents being very much involved.
Today,…
Affordable housing? How about affordable fundraisers?
Aug 4, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
This press release just came across my desk. The hundread-dollar-plate-fundraiser is just the latest attempt to fund a decade-old battle to keep the few remaining Lincoln Place tenants in their…
Taking Our Place in History
Jul 31, 2006 · Uncategorized
Since I was a child, I wanted to run for public office. Now, well into my adulthood, I am running for State Assembly in the 42nd District, which includes my…
Senator pitches in to curb VA development
Jul 31, 2006 · Westwood
Found at Curbed LA: West LA's VA Land is Untouchable.
A reader emailed us a release from the Office of Senator Dianne Feinstein making it very clear that the Senator has…
Farmer's market has a pretty poster
Jul 28, 2006 · Uncategorized
Fire scorches Benedict Canyon
Jul 25, 2006 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Small Fire in Benedict Canyon Appears Contained.
Los Angeles firefighting crews and water-dropping helicopters appeared to have contained a brush fire that broke out today in steep…
Gay Republican candidate to guest blog on West L.A. Online
Jul 25, 2006 · Uncategorized
Steven Sion is the Republican candidate running for the 42nd Assembly District seat, which covers West Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Bel Air and Brentwood.
The conventional wisdom is that he has no…
He said, she said there's hazardous waste under Barrington park
Jul 16, 2006 · Brentwood
Canyon News reports: Radioactive Waste May be Buried in Brentwood.
In recent weeks, park-goers and neighbors of Barrington Avenue Dog Park and the Brentwood School community have been talking about the…
Misplaced bomb threatens neighborhood
Jul 16, 2006 · Bel Air
NBC 4 reports (July 12, 2006): FBI: Animal Group Leaves 'Molotov Cocktail' At Wrong House.
The Animal Liberation Front took credit for leaving a "Molotov cocktail" outside the Bel-Air home of…
Community responds to violence
Jul 16, 2006 · Uncategorized
The following is the text of an email distributed by SoRo (South of Robertson):
We apologize for flooding your email box with messages this week; but it is important to distribute…
LAPD appeals to public for information on killings
Jul 16, 2006 · Uncategorized
The LAPD NEEDS WITNESSES AND ANYONE WITH
INFORMATION ON THESE MURDERS TO COME FORWARD!
PLEASE, PLEASE HELP!
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT
News Release
Wednesday, July 12, 2006
16-year-old Girl Killed in West Los Angeles
Los Angeles:…
Venice Neighborhood Council To Hold Elections Sept. 17
Jul 14, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
IT'S BAAAAAAAACCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKK!
If you live in Venice, chances are you probably came home tonight to find a colorful newsletter from the Venice Neighborhood Council sitting on your doorstep - The Venice…
Mall tries transformation to art-house theater
Jul 13, 2006 · Uncategorized
The Los Angeles Times reports: A Mall Strives to Fit In With Its Neighborhood.
The Westside Pavilion, a West Los Angeles mall that has struggled to attract shoppers after previous remakes,…
S.O.S. - Save Our Saplings
Jul 6, 2006 · Uncategorized
The following came to us via e-mail:
Please do your best to help halt the butchering of every tree on the Westside. Some company with a WCS on the side…
West L.A. Online welcomes Marta Evry as contributing editor
Jul 6, 2006 · Uncategorized
Despite the fact that we have always referred to ourselves in the plural, we have really been a one-man-show -- until now.
Marta Evry has joined our ranks as a contributing…
Rents still on the rise
Jul 5, 2006 · Uncategorized
Westside Rentals reports: Official WestsideRentals.com Rent Survey for West Los Angeles - South.
For May, 2006, the average listed rent price of all listed rentals in these areas was $1,967.07, representing…
Venice Calls for Banning 'Formula' Retailers
Jun 30, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
This from the VenicePaper:
June 23—Dawn Hollier and Melissa Bechtel reached a milestone in their two-year campaign to banish chain restaurants and stores from Abbot Kinney Boulevard and the Venice boardwalk…
Is our VA in danger of being axed?
Jun 22, 2006 · Uncategorized
The following came to us via email:
Your West Los Angeles, CA Veterans Administration Medical Center is on the VA's list of hospitals being studied for turning into housing or other…
Did Weiss kill park improvement project?
Jun 15, 2006 · Uncategorized
The following cam to us via email:
My name is Fred Zaidman. I am a volunteer at Robertson Recreation Center and have been chosen L.A. City Volunteer of the Year CD…
NuArt getting a make-over
Jun 13, 2006 · Uncategorized
Found at Metroblogging Los Angeles: NuArt being remodeled.
They plan to put in new seats, an expanded concession stand and new bathrooms. I hope they keep the ticket booth outside and…
Westwood Farmers Market to reopen at VA
Jun 12, 2006 · Westwood
We learned this via our bulletin board:
Westwood Farmers Market to Open
New Farmers Market opening on Thursday July 6th from 1 to 7 pm --- featuring real farmers, live music, and…
Sion not your typical Republican
Jun 8, 2006 · Uncategorized
Found at Boi From Troi: California GOP Voters Choose Gay Reps.
During the same week that the President and the United States Senate are trying a cynical, political ploy to…
Feuer and Sion to face off in general election for 42nd Assembly seat
Jun 8, 2006 · Uncategorized
WeHoNews.com reports: Feuer, Sion Win Assembly Primaries.
Former Los Angeles City Council member Mike Feuer strode to a decisive victory in the Democratic primary race for the 42nd assembly district assembly…
Town hall meeting to address racial tension
Jun 6, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Councilman Bill Rosendahl has called a town hall meeting to address tensions at Venice High School following yesterday's fight and shooting:
When: 6 p.m., Tuesday June 6
Where: Oakwood Recreation Center
767 California…
Venice High student shot in fight
Jun 6, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Student Fatally Shot at Venice High.
A 17-year-old Venice High School student was fatally shot Monday after a fistfight between black and Latino students spilled onto the…
Raku, The Voting Dog puts his paw on Harman
Jun 5, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Via LAVoice.org: Raku, The Voting Dog of Venice's Pick of the Litter For June 6th Primary!.
For the first time in recent memory, incumbent Jane Harman faces a serious primary challenge…
Library hosts cooking class for cancer survival
Jun 2, 2006 · Westwood
From our press release file:
The Westwood Branch Library is hosting a free nutrition and cooking series that will interest anyone who cares about staying healthy: “Food for Life: Nutrition &…
Developer agrees to delay Lincoln Place evictions
May 31, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
From our press release file: ROSENDAHL ANNOUNCES LINCOLN PLACE EVICTIONS ARE ON HOLD.
City Councilman Bill Rosendahl today announced that the owners of the Lincoln Place Apartments have agreed to delay…
Council refuses Lincoln Place intervention
May 31, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: L.A. Council Rejects Plan to Help Tenants of Venice Complex.
The Los Angeles City Council Tuesday rejected a plan that some hoped would have protected the remaining…
Student evades kidnapping attempt
May 31, 2006 · Uncategorized
The following is the text of an LAPD community crime alert:
ON MAY 22, 2006 A STUDENT WAS WALKING NORTHBOUND ON SELBY AVE FROM EMERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL TOWARD OHIO AVE. THE…
Lincoln Place tenants protest home ownership trend
May 28, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
From our press release file:LINCOLN PLACE SYMBOL OF LOSS OF RENTAL UNITS IN LOS ANGELES
What: Protest on Lincoln Blvd.
Where: On Lincoln Blvd. at California St. in Venice,…
Walking tour of art galleries slated for Culver City
May 26, 2006 · Culver City
Found at art.blogging.la: Culver City Art Walk.
Culver City is now an official art district. The first annual Culver City Art Walk will occur next Saturday, June 3rd from 12-8pm with…
Attention L.A. bloggers
May 25, 2006 · Uncategorized
We want to create the definitive L.A. blogroll.
If you blog, or know someone who blogs, go to the MyMindshare Los Angeles Blogroll and post an ad for the blog.
It…
Lincoln Place "negotiation" goes nowhere
May 25, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Found at Curbed LA: Lincoln Place Negotiation Ends in...Stalemate.
The debate over the future of Lincoln Place apartments between tenants and the owner is one step closer to getting a lot…
Woman falls to death from Westwood highrise
May 25, 2006 · Westwood
This comes from the comments on a post at blogging.la: Please tell me it's not true.... Read the whole post. It raises some very poignant issues about citizen journalism and…
Venice pier to reopen
May 25, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
From our press release file:
Councilman Bill Rosendahl will join community members and city officials for the reopening of the Venice Pier, Thursday, May 25. Last winter, an historically heavy surf…
Bulletin board launched for all of L.A.
May 23, 2006 · Uncategorized
For the past year we have been developing a new form of classifieds bulletin board and testing it here at West LA Online. Some of you may have noticed its…
There's a crazy person in Brentwood
May 23, 2006 · Brentwood
This came to us via the bulletin board. There is a funny/strange man broadcasting video of himself over the Internet from Brentwood, performing what appears to be some sort of…
Beverly Hilton project is a big one
May 23, 2006 · Beverly Hills
Westside Today reports: $500 million in changes to Beverly Hilton .
The press release announcing financing for renovation of the Beverly Hilton mentioned that the price tag on the project would…
Restaurant choked out of Westwood Village
May 23, 2006 · Westwood
Found at Curbed LA: Ciao to EuroChow?.
Despite a sign on EuroChow's door that reads "As of of May 15, we are temporarily closed," intrepid investigators/rumormongers on the chowhound message boards…
Westside park covers radioactive waste dump
May 18, 2006 · Brentwood
CityBeat reports: Real Hot Property: A popular Brentwood dog park on Veterans Administration property is built over an old radioactive waste dump that may soon be unearthed by proposed development.
Players…
BH arts center closer to reality
May 15, 2006 · Beverly Hills
The L.A. Times reports: Dream approaches reality for Beverly Hills arts center.
After years of ups and downs, including a switch in purpose and a change of architect, the instigators of…
Marina highway extension protested
May 15, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
CBS2.com reports: Marina Del Rey Residents Protest 'Hell's Highway'.
Faced with the massive Playa del Rey development to the south, condominium complexes to the east of Lincoln Boulevard, housing within the…
LAPD joins blog community
May 12, 2006 · Uncategorized
LAPD has launched their blog: http://lapdblog.typepad.com/
They join the fire department in making a big step forward in communication. For the full story, see Sean Bonner's post at blogging.la.
Information sought on apparently abandoned property
May 12, 2006 · Westwood
A reader writes:
Hey there --
I'm a graduate student at UCLA, and I've noticed a few evidently derelict properties near UCLA's otherwise extremely pricey, though not always particularly attractive, environs. I've…
UCLA chemical scare closes streets in Westwood
May 12, 2006 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Hazardous delivery closes streets.
Several blocks southwest of campus were closed Thursday afternoon while hazardous materials crews investigated the contents of a truck carrying containers filled with…
Candidates for 42nd assembly district debate
May 4, 2006 · Uncategorized
WeHoNews.com reports: Feuer/Land Face Off In BH Debate.
Traditionally, few debates get held during primary election campaigns because, if the truth be known, few people watch those elections closely. This year,…
Federal Building Coalition claims large turnout to protest
May 4, 2006 · Uncategorized
Found at www.federalbuilding.org, official Web site of the Federal Building Coalition: Large Turnout From The Community & Veterans Groups At May 3 Protest.
A protest which featured virtually all elected officials…
Westside LAPD online
May 4, 2006 · Uncategorized
It looks like the LAPD has recently redesigned their Web site. Check out the pages for each of the stations covering the Westside:
West Los Angeles Division (north of the 10…
Cafe at the Getty Villa reviewed
May 4, 2006 · Pacific Palisades
Found at la.foodblogging: Cafe at the Getty Villa.
Did you know that you can check for available tickets to the Getty Villa on the day you might want to visit? Between…
Rosendahl to rally against sale of Army land
May 2, 2006 · Westwood
The following is the text of an email from Bill Rosendahl:
Dear Friends,
Please join me tomorrow for a major rally in defense of veterans and in opposition to the Army’s proposed…
Attention Westside bloggers
May 2, 2006 · Uncategorized
We have created a blog role on our bulletin board.
If you live on the Westside and you pontificate online, you are invited to place a free ad for your blog…
Newsrack promotional device mistaken for bomb
May 1, 2006 · Westwood
Someone at the L.A. Times came up with the bright idea of placing a musical device in newsracks for a movie promotion. Unfortunately, the rest of us didn't get the…
Westside prepares fo disaster
Apr 28, 2006 · Uncategorized
Westside Today reports: How Prepared Are We? An Inside Look at Westside Disaster Management.
Recent disasters raise serious questions about the ability of Los Angeles and its Westside communities to react…
Olympic offramp from 405 to close
Apr 28, 2006 · Uncategorized
Traffic -- it has to get worse before it can get better: Olympic Boulevard offramp from San Diego Freeway to close for eight months for construction.
By: North County Times wire…
Department store gives way to housing
Apr 24, 2006 · Beverly Hills
Found at PreserveLA: Robinsons-May to be Demo'd.
The 54-year-old Robinsons-May Department Store on Wilshire Boulevard in Beverly Hills has closed to make way for a condominium tower.
Army to sell prime Westside real estate via online auction
Apr 24, 2006 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Army Seeks Buyer for L.A. Land.
The U.S. Army is seeking a developer to purchase 10 acres of prime Westside real estate at the southeast corner of…
Federal Building Coalition on the Web
Apr 23, 2006 · Westwood
The Federal Building Coalition has a Web site.
A Major Proposed Development Project At The Wilshire Federal Building Threatens To Gridlock Los Angeles Traffic
The federal government wants to build a new…
Who's in control of Westside development? Nobody!
Apr 19, 2006 · Uncategorized
Please forgive us, but we have to confess to a slightly libertarian bias.
The overwhelming force that is driving development on the Westside (and everywhere else, for that matter) is that…
Westside residents question continued development
Apr 19, 2006 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
Tract 7260 is a homeowners association in the shadow of Century City and does an extraordinary job of keeping tabs on the development projects that affect their neighborhood. They have…
Homeless get relief from vagrancy law
Apr 18, 2006 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin gets local reaction to ruling on L.A. ordinance that prohibited sitting or sleeping in a public place: [A Closer Look]: Right to remain on streetsThe Los Angeles…
Let's trade a FBI headquarters for a subway
Apr 17, 2006 · Westwood
This sounds like a good deal to offer the federal government (and the nation of taxpayers they represent): We will support an FBI headquarters if you will help foot the…
Anti-growth activists take aim at FBI building plan
Apr 17, 2006 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Coalition resists plans to expand FBI facilities.
The U.S. General Service Administration's proposal to expand the FBI's Field Office Headquarters at the Wilshire Federal Building continues to…
Who wants to succeed Jack Weiss in CD5?
Apr 11, 2006 · Council District 5
Jack Weiss is on his last term on the City Council for CD5, thanks to term limits. There is also a very slim outside chance he will vacate sooner than…
Have an announcement? Post it on our bulletin board
Apr 11, 2006 · Uncategorized
If you have an announcement you would like to share, post it on our bulletin board. It's FREE to do so!
Public beach club on track at 415 PCH
Apr 11, 2006 · Santa Monica
Found at Curbed LA: NIMBYs Defeated in Santa Monica - Temporarily.
Good news for people who like to relax at beach clubs near the beach in Santa Monica, and who aren't…
Mediation resumes for Lincoln Place
Apr 11, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Found at Bill Rosendahl's new and improved Web site: Lincoln Place Update.
Some very positive news to report: Lincoln Place mediations are on track.
A few weeks, ago, Bill announced the Peter…
Venice owner seeks to give away house
Apr 3, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
If you can move it, you can have it. That's the deal a Venice homeowner is offering for a classic 1906 California bungalow. Here are the details:
California bunglaow FREE. Built…
Order comes quietly to Venice Boardwalk
Mar 30, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Paper reports: A Quiet Launch Greets New Boardwalk Regulation.
As the Venice boardwalk geared up for business this Saturday morning, Robert Haskin of Los Angeles' Recreation and Parks Department…
LA Observed bemoans threat to Trader Vics
Mar 30, 2006 · Beverly Hills
LA Observed: No, not Trader Vic's.
Beny Alagem, who paid $130 million for the Welton Becket-designed Beverly Hilton two years ago, wants to tear down Trader Vic’s restaurant at the intersection…
Palisadian-Post starts series on architecture of the Palisades
Mar 30, 2006 · Pacific Palisades
Found via Perserve L.A.: Artists in Residence: The first in a series highlighting landmark architecture in Pacific Palisades.
Stargazing in Pacific Palisades is by no means limited to constellations or celebrity…
Just because she's fun to read...
Mar 28, 2006 · Westwood
Here's a little somethin' from the delicious life: No Better Than a Cheese Sandwich - Enzo's Pizzeria, Westwood.
After an awesome night in the Emergency Room of the UCLA Medical Center…
Century City mall to include residential development
Mar 25, 2006 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
GlobeSt.com reports: .
The Westfield Group has proposed a $500-million transformation of its Westfield Century City shopping center that would include 260 luxury condominiums and a host of new shopping and…
Century City hospital opens new emergency room
Mar 22, 2006 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
CBS2 reports: New Emergency Room Opens In Century City.
Los Angeles is getting its first new emergency room in five years.
Physicians at the nine-bed emergency unit that's set to open today…
Marina freeway extension gets public vetting
Mar 22, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Dail Breeze reports: Proposal to extend Marina Freeway runs into controversy.
A controversial plan to relieve clogged intersections in and around Marina del Rey would extend the Marina (90) Freeway…
Persian New Year to be celebrated in Westwood
Mar 21, 2006 · Westwood
From our press release file:March 20th marks the annual Persian New Year, called Noo Roz. So on Sunday, March 26th an estimated 20,000 Persians will gather on Westwood Blvd.…
Will Rogers ranch house set to reopen
Mar 21, 2006 · Pacific Palisades
The L.A. Times reports: Western Classic Restored.
The first-edition books inscribed by the likes of Theodore Roosevelt, Helen Keller and Harry Houdini are back on the shelves. The cowboy-and-Indian paintings and…
Stephen Webb takes his turn as BH mayor
Mar 21, 2006 · Beverly Hills
CBS2 reports: New Beverly Hills Mayor To Be Sworn In Tuesday.
Stephen P. Webb will be installed as Beverly Hills’ mayor Tuesday morning for an annual term. It is likely that…
Santa Monica goes to war with squirrels, in a nice way
Mar 21, 2006 · Santa Monica
Link: The City of Santa Monica Begins Humane Plan to Control Ground Squirrel Population in Palisades Park.
This week the City of Santa Monica begins their humane plan to control California…
Westwood Village farmer's market to close
Mar 21, 2006 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Farmer’s market to close down.
The Westwood Farmers' Market is scheduled to be closed after its last event this Thursday because of complications with a nearby construction…
Check out our bulletin board
Mar 20, 2006 · Uncategorized
We would like to encourage anyone and everyone to use our bulletin board. We would especially like to encourage you to post your own ad or announcement -- it's free…
Rosendahl cites traffic in opposition to Federal Building expansion
Mar 15, 2006 · Westwood
From our press release file: ROSENDAHL OPPOSES THE PROPOSED EXPANSION OF FBI FEDERAL BUILDINGCouncilman Bill Rosendahl opposes the proposed expansion of the FBI Federal Building in West LA and urges…
Bel-Air Camera founder and Holocaust survivor dies at 91
Mar 14, 2006 · Bel Air
From our press release file: Holocaust Hero Dies at 91.
William Herskovic—founder of Bel Air Camera and an Auschwitz-escapee whose survival "saved hundreds"—died March 3rd at the age of 91 after…
Expo Line leaving the station
Mar 13, 2006 · Culver City
Found at the skunks of los feliz.
The Metro Exposition Light Rail line has received the final go-ahead from the Federal Transit Administration, with construction set to begin this Summer.
To mark…
City employees stimulated to action
Mar 13, 2006 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
Found at LAVOICE: Somebody's Reading This Thing!!!!!.
After 10 straight days of sitting, quite literally, on their posteriors, the parking Nazis at Santa Monica Blvd and Avenue of the Stars this…
Lincoln Place denied historic status
Mar 4, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
PreserveLA.com informs us that Lincoln Place isn't historic enough for for state registration.
We have always believed that it hurts the cause of historic preservation when tenants use it as a…
Culver City dog park off the leash
Mar 4, 2006 · Culver City
Found at the LAist: Culver City poochfest.
Starting this Saturday, dogs can go offleash at the Culver City Dogpark. The new offleash area is called The Boneyard, and it's got separate…
Westside Pavilion under wraps
Feb 27, 2006 · Westwood
The west side of the Westside Pavilion is undergoing major construction and is draped in plastic sheeting that gives it an air of mystery and anticipation. We found the following…
LAPD denies homeless murder pattern
Feb 27, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Mack Reed at LAVoice chased down the 411 on our Venice murder post: Followup: Venice Homeless Homicide (not HomicideS).
I emailed the LAPD to look into it, and just got a…
Palisades gets new skipper
Feb 27, 2006 · Pacific Palisades
The Palisadian-Post reports: Meet the Town's New 'Captain'.
Gavin MacLeod might be known as the Captain, but in June he'll have a new hat to wear: Honorary Mayor of Pacific Palisades.…
Rosendahl and Weiss: A contrast in style
Feb 27, 2006 · Council District 11
The L.A. Weekly has an interesting piece about Bill Rosendahl: The Miseducation of Bill Rosendahl.
Last year, during one meeting, the City Council actually threw a football around while tenants waited…
Examining the cost/benefit of a Westside subway
Feb 24, 2006 · Uncategorized
We generally don't get many comments, but our post " Will the Westside hold up its end of the bargain for a subway?" has launched a good discussion in…
Renter decides to become an activist
Feb 21, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Found at blogging.la: Get The Hell Off My Lawn!.
In reading Curbed L.A. today, I saw an entry on the RAD Sunset project. I'm sorry to say, I haven't taken much…
Murder of Venice homeless goes unnoticed
Feb 16, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
We received the following email from Venice resident who is concerned the killing of homeless women in Venice is going unnoticed:
An older 45 – 55 homeless woman was found murdered…
Assemblyman backs former council member as successor
Feb 16, 2006 · Council District 5
WeHoNews.com reports: Koretz Drops Bomb on Assembly Race.
California State Assembly member Paul Koretz announced his endorsement of Michael Feuer to replace him as 42nd District Assembly representative. By choosing a…
Will the Westside hold up its end of the bargain for a subway?
Feb 16, 2006 · Uncategorized
The only legitimate rationale for building a massively expensive subway to the Westside is that it will enable economic growth that will eventually cover and exceed the cost.
Economic growth means…
Can UCLA steer clear of fiscal scandal?
Feb 16, 2006 · UCLA
There are two stories in the L.A. Times today that deserve juxtaposition. The first is:
UCLA Breaks Fundraising Record
and the second is:
Message to UC Execs: If It Won't Look Good in…
Venice Pier is on shaky grounds
Feb 16, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Venice Pier's Future Still Awash in Doubt.
Since taking a pounding from ferocious surf late last year, the Venice Fishing Pier has stood forlorn and empty, its…
Elder statesman to report on homeless
Feb 15, 2006 · Santa Monica
The Lookout reports: Santa Monica News Homeless Post Gives Edelman Chance to Finish Task.
To Ed Edelman, Santa Monica's new high-profile official on homelessness, getting people off the street is unfinished…
Nocturnal bike event slated for Friday
Feb 15, 2006 · Uncategorized
If the dark underworld of late-night bicycle riding has any appeal to you, check this out:
Via blogging.la: For any Westside Ridazz Out There.
310, the Westside counterpart to Midnite Ridazz, will…
Smile for the surveillance camera
Feb 15, 2006 · Santa Monica
NBC 4 reports : Surveillance Cameras To Monitor Santa Monica Promenade, Pier.
Santa Monica's 3rd Street Promenade is the latest public place that will soon apparently be under the watchful eye…
Daily News uses "news" story to reify editorial position
Feb 15, 2006 · Uncategorized
We're sorry, but this just irks us. In today's Daily News story about the cost of a Wilshire subway, the third paragraph reads:
Critics say the subway's high price would…
Wilshire subway ain't cheap
Feb 15, 2006 · Uncategorized
The Daily News reports: Subway to sea viable? Mayor still behind idea despite $4.8 billion cost.
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa's dream of a "subway to the sea" would cost roughly $4.8 billion…
Dine in for Valentine's Day
Feb 13, 2006 · Uncategorized
Here's a good idea for Valentines Day that comes from our bulletin board: instead of taking your lover to a crowded restaurant, bring the restaurant to her/him by hiring a…
Sometimes your enemies know you best
Feb 13, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The following is a brief excerpt from something that deserves a complete read. We've pulled this excerpt out to give a little insight into our favorite Venice activist, Marta Evry: …
Venice shooting invokes community self-examination
Feb 13, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
A thought-provoking piece is posted at LAVoice.org that raises conflicting emotions about gangs, police and violence. It's written by Venice resident Marta Evry, founder of the Venice Forum, and someone…
LAPD commander calls for community input on senior lead officer assignments
Feb 13, 2006 · Uncategorized
The following message is from the Commanding Officer of West Los Angeles
Division. "One of the W.L.A. Senior Lead Officers will be retiring
(Officer Dennis Hinman after 31 yrs of service )and…
Get the latest news for Palms/Westside Village
Feb 10, 2006 · Palms/Westside Village
If you live in or near Palms/Westside Village and you haven't visited the Palms–Village Sun lately, well, here's your reminder. George Garrigues continues to do an amazing job of community…
LAPD plan to shuffle senior leads concerns community
Feb 10, 2006 · Uncategorized
Apparently there is a plan afoot to shuffle senior lead officers in the West L.A. division of LAPD. Below is the text of an email from a community member who…
Another chain hotel to become hip boutique hotel
Feb 9, 2006 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports: Westwood's Doubletree Is Sold to Texas Firm.
The Doubletree Hotel Los Angeles in Westwood, a longtime way station for visitors to UCLA, has been sold to a…
Mann bailing out of Westwood Village
Feb 7, 2006 · Westwood
The Los Angeles Business journal reports: "Continuing its exodus from Westwood, the Mann Theater chain will not renew its lease on the landmark National Theatre when it runs out in…
Wanted: Mid-city news digest blog
Feb 7, 2006 · Uncategorized
We got a call today from someone who wanted to know if there was a blog like West L.A. Online that covers the mid-city. Unfortunately, we don't know of any,…
Westwood shooter to stand trial
Feb 7, 2006 · Westwood
NBC 4 reports: Man Ordered To Stand Trial In Westwood Cafe Shooting.
A Hollywood man accused of the Christmas Day shooting and serious wounding of a patron at a Westwood cafe…
Former Holiday Inn to reopen as Hotel Angeleno
Feb 6, 2006 · Brentwood
Perhaps the most prominent landmark of the Westside, that cylindrical building at Sunset and the 405 fwy, is slated to reopen this month as Hotel Angeleno.
It looks like it has…
Who wants to join the city council?
Feb 3, 2006 · Council District 5
IF Rocky Delgadillo wins election to state attorney general, and IF Jack Weiss wins the election to replace Rocky as city attorney, that will open the CD5 seat on the…
Weiss wants to be city attorney
Feb 3, 2006 · Council District 5
The L.A. Times reports: Weiss to Run for City Attorney.
Los Angeles Councilman Jack Weiss confirmed Thursday that he intends to run for city attorney in 2007 if incumbent City Atty.…
Westwood man trying to evade police sets apartment fire
Feb 3, 2006 · Westwood
LAFD News & Information reports: Barricaded Suspect Torches Apartment.
Los Angeles Police requested the LAFD to stand by during SWAT operations on a barricaded suspect. Firefighters responded to the LAPD command…
Erasing art from the body
Feb 2, 2006 · Uncategorized
This comes from our press release file. Don't ask us why we found this interesting; we don't know: Tattoo Much? Tattoo Removal Made Easy by TATTOO MD.
It is time for…
Police officer wounded in Santa Monica shooting
Feb 2, 2006 · Santa Monica
Surf Santa Monica reports: Police Officer Shot In Pico Neighborhood.
A pair of suspects are in custody after a Santa Monica police officer was shot in the Pico neighborhood early Thursday…
Example of a police blotter blog
Feb 2, 2006 · Uncategorized
For some time now, elsegundo.net has been running a daily crime report that comes directly from the El Segundo police department. This is an example of the kind of blotter/blog…
Calling on LAPD to take a page from LAFD
Feb 1, 2006 · Uncategorized
I am throwing our support to Sean Bonner of blogging.la's call for the LAPD to take a hint from the fire department and get proactive about communicating and sharing information…
Find out what the Marina Loft District is all about
Feb 1, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
If you're wondering what's going on with all the development in Marina Del Rey, this might be an enjoyable way to find out:
Marina Loft District Sales Gallery’s First Happy Hour…
Harvard-Westlake leads L.A. boom in private education
Feb 1, 2006 · Westwood
The Los Angeles Business Journal reports: Demand for private schools leads to construction boom.
Demand for private schools in Los Angeles is skyrocketing, with nearly two dozen of them expanding or…
Bird watcher inventories birds of Westwood
Feb 1, 2006 · Westwood
Losanjealous has an interview of The Birdman of Westwood, who has created a Web site that "aims to raise awareness of and appreciation for the bird life on and around…
Police nab Beverly Hills murder suspect
Feb 1, 2006 · Beverly Hills
NBC 4 reports: Beverly Hills Stabbing Suspect Pleads Not Guilty To Murder.
[Nathan Lee] Hall allegedly stabbed Jurgen Hapke to death on the morning of Dec. 14, while the 65-year-old Burbank…
City council passes Venice Beach boardwalk measures
Jan 31, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
From our press release file, Councilman Bill Rosendahl informs us:
CITY COUNCIL APPROVES NEW VENICE BEACH ORDINANCE
Rosendahl Wins Protection of “Free Speech Protection†Package
The City Council today approved a package of…
Blog chronicles trials and tribulations of personal chefdom
Jan 30, 2006 · Uncategorized
In case you ever wondered what it must be like to be a Westside personal chef, you can get the inside scoop from Chef JoAnna's ChefBlog. According to the…
Bus-only lane experiment on Wilshire being planned
Jan 30, 2006 · Beverly Hills
The Canyon News reports: MTA Hopes for Bus Only Lane in Beverly Hills.
The MTA plans to test out a bus only lane on Wilshire Boulevard from Robertson Boulevard or Doheny…
See what's new on the bulletin board
Jan 27, 2006 · Uncategorized
Have you looked at our bulletin board lately? Well, this is a gentle reminder.
Please feel free to post your own ad or announcement, because it's FREE!
Also, we recommed that you…
Our policy on profanity
Jan 27, 2006 · Uncategorized
We believe in maintaining the sanctity of profanity as a means of expressing strong emotion and sentiment. The casual use of profanity debases the power and shock value of a…
WLA law school operating without accreditation
Jan 27, 2006 · Uncategorized
The Daily News reports: Law school to remain open despite loss of accreditation.
The president of the beleaguered University of West Los Angeles said Thursday the law school will remain open,…
KCRW's dirty laundry getting plenty of air
Jan 27, 2006 · Santa Monica
Over at LAVoice, Mack comments on a little angst within the ranks of past and present radio personalities : Loh's Lament: Should Douridas Be Canned?
Sandra Tsing-Loh (blogging at Cathy Seipp's…
Giddy about the Getty Villa
Jan 26, 2006 · Pacific Palisades
The LAist got a preview of the Getty Villa, which is reopening on Saturday: Shelterporn: LAist visits the Getty Villa.
Technically, it's in Pacific Palisades, but the Getty Villa — which…
Beverly Hills police tell all
Jan 26, 2006 · Beverly Hills
From our press release file: Stories from the Beverly Hills Patrol -- Officers Compile Memorable Police Stories in New Book.
If a group of police officers in the Beverly Hills Police…
Street closures for Santa Monica Blvd. construction
Jan 25, 2006 · Westwood
The following are street closures scheduled to begin February 3rd/4th and end March 4th for construction on Santa Monica Blvd:Veteran Ave. will be closed at Santa Monica Blvd., and north/south…
West Los Angeles defined by Wikipedia
Jan 25, 2006 · Uncategorized
Here's how West L.A. is defined by Wikipedia, which is as good a source as any:
West Los Angeles (West L.A. in the short form) or the Westside is generally considered…
AOL coming to BH
Jan 25, 2006 · Beverly Hills
The Westside continues to attract the big Internet players. The L.A. Times reports: America Online Leases Beverly Hills Building.
West L.A. leads city in business
Jan 24, 2006 · Uncategorized
Check out these graphs of businesses broken down by council district produced by Los Angeles Economy Project.
Council Districts 5 and 11 cover the Westside, and they have a lot…
Golf center making a go in Westwood Village
Jan 24, 2006 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: New Westwood business tees off.
It's not another pharmacy or coffee shop, but a new store coming to the Village will still have to convince students and…
Tale of two council reps
Jan 24, 2006 · Uncategorized
Just out of curiosity, we compared the press release archives of Jack Weiss and Bill Rosendahl, the two L.A. City Council members from the Westside. We figure this is as…
Rosendahl gets righteous about power outages
Jan 24, 2006 · Council District 11
From our press release file:
Outraged with repeated blackouts in the 11th Council District, City Councilman Bill Rosendahl is calling for an investigation into a series of power outages on the…
Is daily door-to-door postal delivery really necessary?
Jan 24, 2006 · Uncategorized
How often do you received something in the mail that you had to receive THAT day? Never. Something that time sensitive is sent by FedEx.
How much of your daily mail…
Junior’s gets a favorable review
Jan 24, 2006 · Uncategorized
Found at la.foodblogging: Junior’s.
The perennial favorite of the transplanted Borscht Belt crowd, Junior’s offers a great meal that would make your bubbie tsufridn.
Wall-to-wall brown vinyl booths and glass display cases…
Marina Del Rey ... tacky?
Jan 24, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Found at Curbed LA: Marina Del Rey to Become Less Tacky?.
It's official. According to this LA Times story, the Marina, once synonymous with empty nesters, corporate nomads and the recently…
We're number one on Google!
Jan 20, 2006 · Uncategorized
One measure of cache on the Internet is your standing in Google search results. Of course anybody can come up first in results if you use the right search term.…
Daily News editorial lambasts Rosendahl tax for transit proposal
Jan 20, 2006 · Uncategorized
We find the Daily News' attempt at inciting intra-city resentment a little distasteful, but it should be pointed out that the Valley enjoys Metrolink train service, has two subway stations,…
Where do you draw the line for West Los Angeles?
Jan 20, 2006 · Uncategorized
Is there a diffinitive boundary for West Los Angeles? We suspect that there really isn't an official boundary, and different people have different ideas on what is and is not…
Rhino Records joining the dinosaurs
Jan 19, 2006 · Westwood
Reuters reports: It takes Rhino skin not to be hurt by shop closure.
They're throwing a wake of sorts for the Rhino Records store Saturday and Sunday.
Founded in 1973, the venerable…
Rosendahl weighs sales tax hike for transit
Jan 19, 2006 · Council District 11
As reported in the L.A. Daily News via Boi From Troy: Sales Tax would build Subway to the Sea.
*WARNING -- Boi From Troy has some content intended for a mature,…
Sign of success: Personal chef
Jan 19, 2006 · Uncategorized
Yesterday we invited folks to post a free ad on our bulletin board, and we got a response! And a good one at that.
You know you've made it when you…
Place a free ad on the West L.A. Online bulletin board
Jan 18, 2006 · Uncategorized
If you haven't seen our bulletin board lately, you haven't seen our bulletin board. We've made it easier to post free ads and announcements.
Please, feel free to use the bulletin…
Buffer sought for SM airport safety
Jan 17, 2006 · Santa Monica
The L.A. Times has an interesting commentary on danger posed by Santa Monica Airport: Running out of runway.
IN FEBRUARY 2005, the pilot of a business jet aborted a takeoff from…
Sarah doles out 5X5 restaurant reviews
Jan 17, 2006 · Uncategorized
the delicious life: First Five RiFWoLs for 2006.
(RiFWoLâ„¢: Reviews in Five Words or Less)
Antica Pizzeria, Marina Del Rey (Neapolitan pizza) – Too: much prosciutto, little service
Nizam, Westwood (Indian) –…
Getty Villa to reopen January 28
Jan 17, 2006 · Pacific Palisades
ArtsJournal.com reports: Getty Villa: First Look.
It's beautiful. There is no question that the newly refurbished and expanded Getty Villa is beautiful. Everything from the installation of the Getty's antiquities collection…
Mayor Sam wants to know: What's Up In CD5?
Jan 17, 2006 · Council District 5
It looks like Mayor Sam is trolling for dish on our own Jack Weiss, council member for District 5 (think east of the 405).
Weiss is very adept at keeping his…
Westside homeless, by the numbers
Jan 17, 2006 · Uncategorized
The Lookout reports: Santa Monica News Census Provides Snapshot of Westside Homeless.
The census for the Westside, including Santa Monica, found that:
* 6,860 homeless people were counted on one night,
* 14,886…
Rosendahl promises action on Venice Boardwalk ordinance
Jan 17, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Paper reports: "Free Speech" Permits Coming to Venice Beach.
The Venice boardwalk will have an ordinance to regulate activity on the beach side of the walk put before the…
Curtain raised on VA theaters
Jan 17, 2006 · Brentwood
The L.A. Times reports: Westside revival in two acts.
The new impresarios in town aim to prove that somebody besides the Nederlander Organization can do Broadway-level commercial theater in L.A. and…
Postal Service addresses delivery problems
Jan 17, 2006 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Postal Officials Say They'll Sort Out Delivery Problems.
By many accounts, the region's delivery delays and glitches became widely apparent after the postal service closed a large…
Rosendahl obstructionist measure fails to get council nod
Jan 12, 2006 · Playa Vista/Westchester
From our press release file:
City Councilman Bill Rosendahl today said he was “disappointed†the City Council failed to require thorough environmental review of a controversial element of Playa Vista’s methane…
Revised Venice boardwalk ordinance vetted at town hall meeting
Jan 11, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Marta Evry of The Venice Forum attended last night's town hall meeting on the ordinance designed to manage the boardwalk, and has an excellent first-person write up of what she…
Playa Vista developer wins court decision
Jan 11, 2006 · Playa Vista/Westchester
From our press release file: Judge Upholds The Village at Playa Vista.
In a 50-page ruling handed down today, Los Angeles Superior Court Judge William F. Highberger upheld the City of…
405 carpool lane on fast track
Jan 11, 2006 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: 405 Carpool Lane Bill Speeds Toward Approval.
State lawmakers are fast-tracking construction of a new carpool lane on a traffic-clogged stretch of the San Diego Freeway through…
UCLA students recruited for neighborhood council embroglio
Jan 11, 2006 · Palms/Westside Village
In our neverending browse for West L.A. news and information, we came across this interesting little ad in Bruin Classifieds, which is classified ads in the UCLA student newspaper the…
Man grabs and gropes in Westwood
Jan 11, 2006 · Westwood
NBC4 reports: Four Sexual Batteries Reported Near UCLA Campus.
Four sexual batteries have been reported in the past week near the UCLA campus.
Police say that in all four assaults, a man…
MLK Day rally set for Lincoln Place
Jan 10, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
From our press release files: MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY RALLY IN VENICE TO FOCUS ON LINCOLN PLACE, AFFORDABLE HOUSING .
Martin Luther King's dream of justice, equality and a life of…
Not everyone opposes street furniture
Jan 9, 2006 · Palms/Westside Village
Check out The Palms-Village Sun for an excellent treatment of the street furniture issue.
The Argonaut reviews local news of 2005
Jan 5, 2006 · Uncategorized
The Argonaut has compiled briefs on all the local news stories of 2005. This is a nice feature to get caught up for 2006.
January-June
July-December
Market cornered on bikini valets
Jan 3, 2006 · Uncategorized
From our press release files: Bikini-Clad California Girls Valet Acquires Valet Girls: The Combined Companies Create the Largest Female Owned Valet Parking Company in the Country.
Clients can request a variety…
West L.A. Online partners with Westside Today
Jan 3, 2006 · Uncategorized
This is exciting news for the new year.
As you can see from our new masthead, we have partnered with the publisher of Westside Today (which includes a family of monthly…
Lincoln Place tenants continue political theater performance over holiday
Jan 3, 2006 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
CityBeat reports: TENT-CITY CHRISTMAS: Lincoln Place residents refuse to leave affordable housing to make way for luxury condos.Evicted tenants of the Lincoln Place affordable housing complex in Venice Beach held…
Los Angeles Magazine covers Westwood
Jan 3, 2006 · Westwood
The LAist : has commentary on Los Angeles Magazine's piece on Westwood Village. We haven't seen it yet.
The article is at times too complementary, but in the end covers the…
High surf may cause flooding, evacuations
Dec 22, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Forum has posted an advisory: LAPD warns Venice of high surf and possble flooding.
The Los Angeles City Coastline Communities of Venice, Playa Del Rey, and Dockweiler Beach are…
Camera Obscura explained
Dec 22, 2005 · Santa Monica
Here's a nice blog post on one of Santa Monica's interesting and obscure novelties, the Camera Obscura.
If you're like us, you've seen the building on your way to or…
LAVoice leaves Westside for boho Silverlake
Dec 22, 2005 · Westwood
Mack Reed, publisher of the widely read LAVoice blog, has pulled up stakes on the Westside and decamped to the boho environs of Silverlake.
We would like to think he is…
Council caves on street advertising
Dec 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Coming to Affluent Areas Near You: More Sidewalk Ads - Los Angeles Times.
The Los Angeles City Council acted Friday to remove roadblocks that have kept hundreds…
Westwood gets yet another high-end grocer
Dec 15, 2005 · Westwood
If you are a regular commuter on Westwood Boulevard between Santa Monica Boulevard and Wilshire, you've probably noticed this place unveiled in the last few days (from a press release):…
A year in review of Venice development politics
Dec 15, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Paper has an excellent review of the past year in the politics of development: The Year in Rebuke: 15 Developments that Rocked Our World.
It's written by Tibby Rothman,…
Ethics panel hands down Weiss fines
Dec 12, 2005 · Council District 5
The L.A. Times reports: L.A. Ethics Panel Levies $37,000 in Fines.
The biggest fine levied Thursday was $23,000, against Desert Roofing and two owners for reimbursing six people for political contributions…
Lincoln Place story told
Dec 12, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Paper has an excellent write-up of the Lincoln Place story that summarizes where the issue is today and how it got there:
The Train Wreck in Our Backyard--Lincoln Place
Ballona Wetlands part of preservation movement
Dec 6, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
Ballona Wetlands was included in L.A. Times article about environmental preserves: Promised lands.
Talk about a scrap of land in need of some love: Look no further than the Ballona Wetlands.…
Rosendahl calls for owner to surrender property
Dec 6, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Below is a statement released by Councilman Bill Rosendahl on the eviction of tenants from Lincoln Place.
It's not clear to us why these people are entitled to lifetime housing on…
Development and traffic collide in Beverly Hills
Dec 4, 2005 · Beverly Hills
The L.A. Time reports: Beverly Hills' Brake-Light District.
The fabled Beverly Hills intersection of Wilshire and Santa Monica boulevards is known for glitzy tone — it's home to Creative Artists Agency…
Rosendahl gives tips on how to get things done
Dec 1, 2005 · Pacific Palisades
The Palisadian-Post reports: Rosendahl Speaks at PPRA Event.
After City Councilman Bill Rosendahl gave a brief talk at the Pacific Palisades Residents Association annual meeting Tuesday night, he asked for questions…
We made the list of L.A. blogs!
Dec 1, 2005 · Uncategorized
West L.A. Online has made the list of blogs in a Times story about the L.A. blogosphere : The new faces of the city.
In the blogosphere, stereotypes (Hollywood, palms, beaches)…
Exposition line funding on track
Dec 1, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Council OKs $40 Million for Exposition Rail Line.
The City Council has approved $40 million for the Metropolitan Transportation Authority to help build the Exposition light rail…
Back to the drawing board for LAX
Dec 1, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: City Agrees to Craft New LAX Overhaul.
In exchange for area communities dropping their lawsuits, most of the latest plan will be shelved. Rebuilding of a runway…
Burglar strikes open houses
Dec 1, 2005 · Brentwood
The following comes to us via an LAPD crime alert:
Open House Burglar
In October 2005, four residential burglaries occurred in the Brentwood and Pacific Palisades neighborhoods of West Los Angeles. They…
Palms-Village Sun celebrates first year
Dec 1, 2005 · Palms/Westside Village
The community Web site that serves Palms/Westside Village is celebrating its first birthday with a collection of photos judged by the editor to be the best.
Settlement reached in LAX lawsuits
Dec 1, 2005 · Uncategorized
Via press release from Bill Rosendahl:
City Councilman Bill Rosendahl will join Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa, ARSAC, and other local elected officials on Thursday, December 1 to announce the settlement of lawsuits…
Soon everyone must dial 310
Nov 29, 2005 · Uncategorized
Mack at LAVoice.org writes: Small Irritants Dep't: The New 424 Phone Overlay.
Attention, Westsiders: Flex your thumbs and index fingers now - one-two, one-two, one-two.
You'll be giving them a workout starting…
Subway to Westside being reconsidered
Nov 29, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Waxman Rethinks Tunneling Ban.
For two decades, one legislator in Washington, D.C., has stood as an immovable barrier to the long-discussed plans to build a subway from…
405 expansion plans draw criticism
Nov 28, 2005 · Uncategorized
Via the Monterey County Herald, the Daily News reports: Residents outraged at revived plans to widen 405 Freeway.
Caltrans has quietly revived plans to widen or even double-deck the San Diego…
Homeowners' hand-wringing keeps Westwood Village down
Nov 23, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Seeking a chance to dance.
Unoccupied and undeveloped, the storefront sandwiched between Star Chicken and Jerry's Famous Deli has only a solitary sign announcing an intent to…
Westside creek to be restored
Nov 23, 2005 · UCLA
Link: Spotlight: Stone Canyon Creek Restoration Project.
Stone Canyon Creek was tamed in the 1930s when the campus was built; where it intersected with the need for development, it was paved…
Weiss gets mixed reviews from community activists
Nov 21, 2005 · Council District 5
The Daily Bruin reports: Fines fuel Weiss’ critics.
If a law falls in the woods, does anyone obey it?
Nov 17, 2005 · Council District 5
The L.A. Weekly's Robert Greene does a nice job of explaining the significance of Jack Weiss' recent run-in with the Ethics Commission: The Let-It-Slide Commission.
The message that Los Angeles City…
Hotel Bel-Air awards scholarships
Nov 17, 2005 · Westwood
Via press release: Hotel Bel-Air Awards College Scholarships at First Annual Education Fund Reception.
Hotel Bel-Air will award college scholarships to 11 deserving students as part of the hotel's new Education…
Town hall meeting addresses SM airport pollution
Nov 16, 2005 · Santa Monica
The Santa Monica Mirror reports: SM Airport Complaints Aired at Meeting.
A town hall meeting was held in West Los Angeles last Thursday to give residents who are affected by…
Commercial real estate has new voice in blogosphere
Nov 15, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
The vice chairman of a leading commercial real estate firm based in Century City has taken up a blog. We're hoping it will be a fresh voice in the stale…
Geffen occupies former Masonic lodge
Nov 14, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Geffen houses a Masonic past.
When the Geffen Playhouse reopened its doors last month with a renovated main stage auditorium and improved acoustics, it took another step…
Lincoln Place agreement unravels
Nov 10, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Paper reports: Eviction Process Moves Ahead; Lincoln Place Negotiations Break Off.
Within two hours of a state commission decision which affirmed Lincoln Place’s “historical district†status, the apartment complex’s…
Weiss fine for campaign snafu reduced
Nov 9, 2005 · Council District 5
The L.A. Times reports: Weiss' Fine Slashed by Ethics Panel.
The Los Angeles Ethics Commission overruled its chief of enforcement Tuesday and slashed fines proposed against City Councilman Jack Weiss for…
Summit sizes up West Side
Nov 8, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Daily Bruin reports: Summit sizes up West Side.
And on Friday, a group of Westside business people, politicians and residents discussed the area's economic landscape and growing job opportunities at…
Report cites record employment on the Westside, outlines challenges and opportunites
Nov 4, 2005 · Uncategorized
From a press release: LAEDC Westside Economic Forecast to be Released.
Total population of the Westside in the April 1, 2000 census was 1,051,352 people, with the bulk living in Los…
Rosendahl answers question about relationship with Santa Monica
Nov 4, 2005 · Council District 11
The Lookout reports: LA Council member Bill Rosendahl Addresses Key Santa Monica Issues.
It has been nearly six months since Bill Rosendahl, a former cable talk show host, was elected to…
Police unable to identify bodies of Century City couple
Nov 4, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
Via LAVoice: Century City: If a Couple Dies and Nobody Hears It.
Sean Bonner reminds me about IncidentLog.com - the Google/homicide report mashup that pinpoints felonies on a map of major…
Lincoln Place tenants secure lifetime housing
Nov 3, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Paper reports: Lincoln Place Evictions Halted; Tentative Agreement Reached between Developer and Tenants.
"The good news is [AIMCO] called off the sheriff indefinitely, and the tenants of Lincoln Place…
Compromise reached on SMC parking
Nov 1, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Lookout reports: Emergency Meeting Breaks Parking Gridlock.
A who’s who of Westside civic leaders hammered out an agreement Friday afternoon to open up Airport Avenue to student traffic in…
Protest to bring traffic nightmare
Oct 31, 2005 · Westwood
The folllowing is being circulated via e-mail:
There is an anti-Bush administration protest scheduled at the Federal Building, 11000 Wilshire Blvd., on Wednesday, November 2, from approximately 11am to 11pm. …
Westwood Village development partnership unravels
Oct 31, 2005 · Westwood
The L.A. Business Journal reports: Westwood Kingpins’ Partnership Sours Amid Lawsuits, Acrimony.
For most of the past decade, Barry Beitler and Jeff Katofsky were business partners and inseparable friends, eating dinner…
Panel finds Wilshire subway can be safely built
Oct 28, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Building Subway Beneath Wilshire Deemed Safe.
A westward extension of Los Angeles' Red Line subway can be safely built below Wilshire Boulevard despite the presence of dangerous…
Hefner's final lay to be with Marilyn
Oct 27, 2005 · Westwood
Here's an interesting bit of trivia we found at Forbes.com: The Gravest Graveyards.
Still, the rich can afford to enjoy the same kind of luxury in the afterlife as they did…
Daily Bruin runs series on UCLA connection to downtown redevelopment
Oct 27, 2005 · UCLA
The Daily Bruin has run a series of three articles this week that examines the redevelopment of downtown L.A. through the eyes of UCLA faculty and students who are involved:
Room…
Two pizzerias vie for Westwood preeminence
Oct 27, 2005 · Westwood
Found at la.foodblogging: Westwood Pizza Wars.
Near UCLA, nestled in the heart of Westwood, two pizza establishments, Lamonica’s and D’Amore’s battle for the loyalty of the local Bruins searching for .…
Rosendahl staking out ground on Playa Vista methane mitigation
Oct 26, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The following is the text of a press release:
ROSENDAHL STATEMENT ON COURT DECISION ON PLAYA VISTA
Councilman Bill Rosendahl today issued the following statement regarding yesterday's decision by the California Second…
Treehouse fails to conform to code
Oct 26, 2005 · Brentwood
The L.A. Times reports: Not in My Neighbor's Backyard.
The mansionization battle rustling the leaves of North Barrington Avenue is something new even for Brentwood.
It's a dispute not over a 12,000-square-foot…
Marina redevelopment means less boats, more housing
Oct 24, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The LA Daily News reports: Redevelopment leads to lawsuits.
Sweeping redevelopment at the county-owned Marina del Rey has sparked five multimillion-dollar lawsuits over boat seizures and a separate class-action suit alleging…
President to tie up traffic
Oct 21, 2005 · Uncategorized
L.A. Observed summarizes the traffic problems created by President Bush's visit: Bushlock on the Westside.
Palisades hillside produces wine
Oct 20, 2005 · Brentwood
The Palisadian-Post reports: Local Vineyard Ripens.
...Tavangarian's vineyard began as a major landscaping project almost three years ago, on the long stretch of steep, open land behind homes on Bienveneda and…
Westside building subject of corruption probe
Oct 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Daily Breeze reports: County to pay millions in probe-related deals.
... Auditors ended a two-year review of the buildings -- all of which house county welfare programs -- by promising…
Taking out the advertising middleman
Oct 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
This stick figure drawing pretty well sums up what we are trying to accomplish with our Advertising and Information Directory:
Traffic creates political gridlock
Oct 18, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The LookOut reports: Santa Monica News Traffic Concerns Sideswipe EIR Debate.
Nearly 100 local residents and college supporters remained gridlocked as they tried to work out their differences over Santa Monica…
Photos record demolition of BH theaters
Oct 18, 2005 · Beverly Hills
Here's a collection of photos taken of the demolition of two theaters in Beverly Hills to make way for a large hotel project.
PreserveLA.com points us to it.
Marina Del Rey developers take a page from Downtown
Oct 18, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Luxury Lofts Rising in Westside.
A loft boom of another sort is taking shape 18 miles west of downtown Los Angeles.
In an industrial pocket on the edge…
Culver City Art Galleries conveniently mapped
Oct 17, 2005 · Culver City
Culver City, bohemian? We just can't get that to click in our small brains, but here's the proof: a Google map of a significant cluster of art galleries in Culver…
Friars Club to reopen after renovation
Oct 17, 2005 · Beverly Hills
From our file of press releases: Legendary Entertainment Club, the Friars of Beverly Hills, Undergoes Facelift and Celebrates Re-Opening with Star-Studded Party, Hosted by Jon Favreau and Larry King.
The legendary…
Westside blogger/author tells the story of Wilshire Blvd.
Oct 17, 2005 · Uncategorized
Kevin Roderick is one of L.A.'s most widely known and respected bloggers because of his prolific posting on L.A. Observed, where he tracks all things related to L.A. media and…
Westside council members trade barbs
Oct 17, 2005 · Uncategorized
This was an interesting exchange, reported by Rick Orlov of the Daily News:
City Councilman Jack Weiss got more attention than he expected - or perhaps wanted - last week when…
Canadian describes Venice Beach to our Northern neighbors
Oct 17, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
It's always fun to see how things look through the eyes of tourists, especially because it gives us a renewed appreciation for what has become so familiar. Here's something we…
Culver City mall to be renovated
Oct 17, 2005 · Culver City
The Daily Breeze reports: Mall renovation aims to lure Playa Vista residents.
As new housing rises at nearby Playa Vista, Westfield Group is planning an ambitious expansion for the mall it…
Westside Economic Summit slated for Nov. 4
Oct 14, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Westside Economic Collaborative is hosting its fourth annual Westside Economic Summit on November 4th, entitled Economic Vitality in Changing Times.
Here is what's on tap:Join more than 200 Westside business…
Gardens in the Village reviewed
Oct 13, 2005 · Westwood
City Beat reports: Gardens of Earthly Delights.
... While many restaurants here [Westwood Village] are mediocre fast-food joints or ruthlessly expensive swank spots, a few actually feel like they’re not in…
Lincoln Place tenants try shaming city officials
Oct 13, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The LA Weekly reports: Lincoln Place tenants protest at City Attorney’s office.
...Last week, some 20 or so tenants of Lincoln Place gathered outside the office of City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo…
Rosendahl appointed to Expo Line panel
Oct 13, 2005 · Council District 11
The following is the text of a press release:
ROSENDAHL NAMED TO EXPO RAIL LINE AUTHORITYCouncilman Will Push for Quick Action on Mass Transit to the Beach
LOS ANGELES – City Councilman…
Needed help comes to busy intersection
Oct 12, 2005 · Palms/Westside Village
The Palms-Village Sun reports: Overland Ave. gets two officers to help unsnarl one of the Westside's biggest traffic jams.
Traffic-control officers are now supposed to be on duty on weekday mornings…
Non-profit organizations can advertise for free on West L.A. Online
Oct 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
We would like to invite all non-profit groups on the Westside to advertise in our Advertising and Information Directory.
If you are involved with a non-profit organization that operates on the…
LAFD to break ground on new Mar Vista fire station
Oct 11, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
LAFD News & Information: Groundbreaking for new Mar Vista Fire Station.
The men and women of the Los Angeles Fire Department warmly welcome you to join civic and community leaders,…
Two UCLA robberies fit pattern
Oct 10, 2005 · UCLA
The Daily Bruin reports: Westwood hit by two more robberies.
Two robberies that occurred last week on the west side of campus appear to be similar to a string of armed…
Westside light rail line is on track
Oct 10, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: MTA's Plan for Westside Transit Line Detours South.
For decades, people have said the traffic-choked Westside, more than most other parts of the region, needed a mass…
Restaurant reviews for ADD
Oct 7, 2005 · Uncategorized
Sarah at The Delicious Life has another round of RiFWoLs (Reviews in Five Words or Less).
We love RiFWols.
Two fires (unrelated) reported on the Westside
Oct 7, 2005 · Uncategorized
NBC 4 reports: Fire Destroys Apartment Complex; Residents Homeless
Flames tore through a Westwood apartment building Friday morning. Officials say the tenants got out ok, but there was extensive damage.
NBC…
Culver City mosque at center of two terror plotting stories
Oct 5, 2005 · Culver City
Here are two different news items that crossed our screen today, both involving the King Fahd Mosque in Culver City, which is one of the largest mosques in Southern California:
Saudi…
L.A. Times profiles Mar Vista stretch of Venice Blvd.
Oct 5, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A Times reports: A cozy little sex shop on a stretch of Venice.
You would never call this part of town chic. But Venice Boulevard in Mar Vista has the…
Westside food blogger chronicles life at the dining table
Oct 4, 2005 · Uncategorized
If you identify as a foodie, and if you do any of your grazing on the Westside, then you must read The Delicious Life, a blog by a mysterious woman…
Westchester residents weary of student parties
Oct 3, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The Daily Breeze reports: Drunken singing, partying get on neighbors' nerves.
Ask a group of agitated, sleep-deprived Westchester residents what weekends are like living near Loyola Marymount University, and the reviews…
Century City office space subject of preservation struggle
Sep 30, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
The L.A. Times reports: A Modern Workplace Drama.
It's an old-fashioned dilemma with a modern twist: When your lease is up, what do you do with your one-of-a-kind, built-in office space?
Century…
Little know Westside winery gets higher profile
Sep 30, 2005 · Westwood
Via L.A. Observed: Bel-Air's winery.
Moraga Vineyards, the eight-acre patch of wine grapes that faces the Getty Museum across the 405 freeway, has been one of those charming little-known features of…
VA advisory panel rejects research facility on VA land
Sep 29, 2005 · Westwood
The Palisadian-Post reports: VA Advisory Panel Nixes Commercial Development.
In an unusual alignment of opinion, about 700 Westsiders attended a public meeting on the future uses of the Veterans Affairs property…
Blogger sings the praises of UCLA
Sep 29, 2005 · UCLA
Cindy M at Blogging.LA has some interesting data on UCLA: Hail to the Hills of Westwood.
Rosendahl takes step to deliver on campaign promise
Sep 29, 2005 · Council District 11
The following is the text of a press release from Councilman Bill Rosendahl's office:
ROSENDAHL CALLS FOR MORE LEFT-TURN SIGNALS
Councilman Demands Action on District’s “Dirty Dozen†Intersections
LOS ANGELES – Acting on…
Ballona wetlands restoration may receive port funds
Sep 26, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The L.A. Times reports: Port May Help L.A. Marshes.
The Port of Los Angeles has spent more than $100 million in recent years to restore coastal marshes in Orange and San…
Weiss argues campaign violations were inadvertent
Sep 23, 2005 · Council District 5
The L.A. Times reports: Councilman Challenges Ethics Panel's Proposed Fine.
Los Angeles City Councilman Jack Weiss appeared before a state administrative judge Thursday in an attempt to avoid being fined for…
VA land options not too bad
Sep 23, 2005 · Westwood
Yesterday we attended the public meeting of the local advisory panel for VA land planning, and saw a presentation of options for development/renovation of the West L.A. VA campus.
Fanatics and…
VA land use report available online
Sep 22, 2005 · Westwood
Representative Henry Waxman has posted several documents related to VA land use planning on his Web site, including the recently issued PricewaterhouseCoopers report:Issues and Legislation - Veterans Affairs.
Westside development draws local opposition
Sep 22, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times has an extensive article on Westside development and those who oppose it: Westsiders Don't Shrink From Growth Fight.
The Westside is in the midst of one of its…
Rosendahl welcomes new Venice neighborhood council
Sep 21, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The following is the text of a press release:
ROSENDAHL APPLAUDS NEW VENICE NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL
Councilman Says New Board Represents the Diversity of Venice,
And Welcomes New “Partners in Progressâ€
Los Angeles City Councilman…
Assemblyman Paul Koretz profiled by WeHoNews
Sep 21, 2005 · Uncategorized
The 42nd Assembly District reaches into parts of the Westside. The district's representative is profiled by WeHoNews: Paul Koretz: Progressive Activist.
In continue our series of profiles of influential West Hollywood…
VA to hold public meeting on development plan
Sep 20, 2005 · Uncategorized
The following came to us via e-mail:
To: Brentwood Community Council Representatives, Alternates and Interested Parties
This is a reminder that the VA Local Advisory Panel (LAP) will be holding a public…
Mayor Sam praises Rosendahl staff
Sep 20, 2005 · Council District 11
To make a long story short, Mayor Sam took Rosendahl to task for apparently hosting a political fundraising event on city property. Mike Bonin, Rosendahl's chief of staff, responded promptly…
West L.A. Online Advertising and Information Directory
Sep 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
We would like to direct your attention to the West L.A. Online Advertising and Information Directory.
As a general rule, we hate advertising, so for the last few months we've been…
Mayor Sam: Where In The World Is Weiss?
Sep 19, 2005 · Council District 5
Mayor Sam's Sister City writes: Where In The World Is Weiss?.
Some Council members and possibly a few contituents are wondering if Council Member Jack Weiss is earning the $143,837* a…
Check out the Canyon News
Sep 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
We've been kind of aware of the Canyon News for a little while now -- we may have pointed to a couple of their stories, but they seem to be…
Postal Service puts Playa property on the block
Sep 19, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The Daily Breeze reports: Rally protests USPS rejection of park plan.
The U.S. Postal Service has placed its prime 20-acre Marina Processing and Distribution Center near Playa Vista on the market,…
Krisiloff going to work for Yaroslavsky
Sep 15, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Palisadian-Post reports: Yaroslavsky Taps Krisiloff to Serve as Senior Deputy.
Flora Krisiloff, community activist, chairwoman of the Brentwood Community Council, and recent candidate for Council District 11, will join County…
Will Rogers gets revival
Sep 14, 2005 · Brentwood
The L.A. Times has an extensive article on Will Rogers and restoration efforts at his former ranch in Pacific Palisades: Roping In a Legacy.
Today this man is remembered dimly, if…
Democrat handily beats Republican challengers in Assembly special election
Sep 14, 2005 · Uncategorized
NBC 4 reports: Ted Lieu Wins State Assembly Election.
A special election was conducted Tuesday in an Assembly district stretching from Torrance to West Los Angeles to fill the vacancy caused…
Loopholes in VA land report cause concern
Sep 13, 2005 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports: Neighbors Fear VA Plans for Westwood - Los Angeles Times.
The federal government's vision for the sprawling Veterans Affairs complex in Westwood left nearby residents fretting Monday…
Special election to be held for 53rd Assembly District
Sep 12, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Here's a map of the 53rd Assembly District, in case you're not sure if you're up to vote. Basically, it covers Venice, Mar Vista, Marina Del Rey and the South…
VA land plan to come out today
Sep 12, 2005 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports: VA to Reveal Plans for Its Wilshire Land.
The Westside is gearing up for what is expected to be a heated battle when the federal government Monday…
State lawmakers drop the ball on 405 funds
Sep 12, 2005 · Uncategorized
The LA Daily News reports: Anger follows 405 bill failure.
Angry California lawmakers pointed fingers and laid blame Friday after failing to pass a last-minute compromise needed to propel construction of…
Venice trying again to form neighborhood council
Sep 9, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Venice politics, while colorful, is also convoluted. If you are trying to sort it out, the place to go is The Venice Forum where Marta Evry compiles all the news…
Beware of tank in traffic
Sep 6, 2005 · Uncategorized
Here's an interesting series of photos taken during commute hour: El Segundo.Net: A Tank In Traffic?.
It almost looks like the tank driver pulled over to look at the sunset.
Community news site launched in West Hollywood
Sep 6, 2005 · Uncategorized
This is a little off our beat, but since we played a part in its launch, we thought we'd crow a little.
WeHoNews.com is a local news and information site…
Santa Monica councilman making progress on VA housing for homeless
Sep 6, 2005 · Westwood
The Santa Monica Mirror reports: Shriver and Coalition Submit Veterans Housing Proposal to VA.
This week, less than a year after he took office, a coalition of volunteers and social service…
Friends of Barrington Dog Park raise funds to aid pet survivors of Katrina
Sep 5, 2005 · Brentwood
Friends of Barrington Dog Park have devoted their Web site to gather funds to help the four-legged victims of Katrina:
We are currently collecting funds to donate to the Louisiana School…
HOA promotes paranoia and fear
Aug 29, 2005 · Westwood
Mack was a happy-go-lucky guy until he received a newsletter from his homeowners association:Traffic, Thugs & Stickup Men: Life in Sleepy West L.A. .
There are times when I think West…
Town hall meeting set to discuss VA land
Aug 29, 2005 · Westwood
This weekend we received a very nice postcard inviting us to attend a "town hall meeting" on the topic of VA land development.
The card was sent out by a group…
Lincoln Place coverage in one place
Aug 25, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
If you are closely following the ongoing drama that is Lincoln Place, here's a good place to start: PreserveLA Search Results.
Los Angeles Business Journal Online
Aug 25, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
The L.A. Business Journal reports: Century Plaza Fetches Record Price.
Sunstone Hotel Investors Inc. is buying the landmark Century Plaza hotel for $293 million, or $403,000 for each of its 728…
Westwood alerted to street robberies
Aug 25, 2005 · Westwood
The following is the content of an alert sent out via e-mail from LAPD:
COMMUNITY ALERT
LOS ANGELES POLICE DEPARTMENT
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE WEST LOS ANGELES AREA CRIME ANALYSIS DETAIL
________________________________________________________________________________________________
WESTWOOD STREET ROBBERIES
SEVERAL…
Seven digit phone number a thing of the past; get used to it
Aug 25, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Overlay in 310 Seems Probable.
The Public Utilities Commission is set to vote Thursday on a plan to overlay a new 424 area code on top of…
Out with the old buildings in Beverly Hills
Aug 23, 2005 · Beverly Hills
PreserveLA reports: More Beverly Hills Demolitions.
The demolition of historic buildings in Beverly Hills continues this week with the loss of the 1923 Beverly Theater, the city's first theater, at 206…
Gentrification reaches beyond lands end
Aug 22, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Christian Science Monitor reports: No room at the dock for some who call a boat home.
As gold sun melts into blue horizon, Hans Etter steers his 52-ft. yacht into…
Postal facility land eyed for park
Aug 22, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The Daily Breexe reports: Coalition hopes to buy time for Del Rey parkland.
A coalition of Del Rey residents trying to transform the U.S. Postal Service's prime Jefferson Boulevard sorting site…
Ads deface building in Westwood
Aug 22, 2005 · Westwood
A post on losanjealous seeks a graffiti artist to discourage obnoxious advertising.
Group seeks to improve Westchester streetscape
Aug 22, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
We received the following via e-mail:
WESTCHESTER STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
Dear Stakeholders of Westchester and vicinity:
As many of you already know, Bed Bath and Beyond will be constructing a two-story facility on…
Islamic center has strong ties to entire community
Aug 22, 2005 · Palms/Westside Village
There is a lot of good stuff on the Palms–Village Sun Web site, including a piece on the strength of the bond between the community and an Islamic community center.
We…
Getting rational with traffic congestion
Aug 17, 2005 · Westwood
The below article found in the San Francisco Weekly led us to the Institute of Transportation Studies at UCLA, which has several enlightening and very readable articles on traffic congestion…
Police warn of robberies near UCLA
Aug 16, 2005 · UCLA
The L.A. Times reports: Pedestrians Are Targets in Holdups Near UCLA - Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles police are advising pedestrians in Westwood to avoid walking alone at night, after a…
FBI headquarters opposed in West L.A.
Aug 16, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Federal building expansion plans run into opposition.
Preliminary plans by the U.S. General Services Administration to expand the Westwood Federal Building have been met with opposition by…
Man Held in Vandalism of 4 Sculptures at UCLA
Aug 12, 2005 · UCLA
The L.A. Times reports: Man Held in Vandalism of 4 Sculptures at UCLA.
UCLA police arrested a man Thursday in the vandalism of four sculptures by Venice artist Robert Graham, university…
Vandals strike controversial artist's sculptures
Aug 11, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Vandals at UCLA Topple 4 Sculptures.
Four outdoor sculptures by Venice artist Robert Graham have been toppled from their pedestals and damaged on campus at UCLA, the…
Sixspace gallery coming to Westside
Aug 9, 2005 · Culver City
Those who follow the L.A. blogosphere will recognize Sixspace as the day job of Sean Bonner, co-founder of MetroBlogging and Blogging.LA. Apparently Sixspace is moving to Culver City:
Link: Spooky lights…
Owner says Lincoln Place evictions still on track
Aug 9, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Building Consensus? Not at Lincoln Place Apartments.
Residents attempting to block demolition of Lincoln Place said Monday that a state Historical Resources Commission ruling will help preserve…
Hot dog restaurant closes in Westwood Village
Aug 8, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Westwood competition proves too hot for U-Dog.
Here's the key quote from the story:
The overabundance of choices in Westwood is a major factor for the constant flow…
Lincoln Place qualifies for historic register
Aug 8, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The following is the text of a press release we received:
Lincoln Place Garden Apartments Achieve Historic Designation on California Register
Determination halts rental giant AIMCO’s plans for demolition, redevelopment.
Venice, California August…
Strip clubs anger neighbors
Aug 5, 2005 · Uncategorized
There have been two stories on the topic of strip clubs this week. Both indicate a need for the operators of strip clubs to clean up their act.
NBC4 reports: Tacky…
Culver City artist has first solo show
Aug 3, 2005 · Culver City
Maui native Edwin Ushiro, who now lives in Culver City, is having his first solo art exhibition in Santa Monica.
Here are the details from his press release:
"Love Sonnets" Translated as…
Playa Vista civil trial opens
Aug 2, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The Daily Breeze reports: Judge presses both sides in suit over Playa Vista project.
A judge on Monday grilled lawyers on both sides of a plan approved by the Los Angeles…
Getty management subject of investigation
Aug 2, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: State Examines Spending at Getty.
In the latest in a series of setbacks for the world's richest art institution, the California attorney general's office has opened a…
Rhetoric of fear in the face of terrorism
Aug 1, 2005 · Uncategorized
We've been seeing a trend in discussions of large projects on the Westside. We've seen it in the discussion of the proposed expansion of the Federal Building, and we've recently…
Mixed-use development look promising for Century City
Jul 31, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
The L.A. Times reports: Century City May Be Looking Up.
Century City, created four decades ago as a second downtown catering to Westside entertainment firms and lawyers, is undergoing a makeover…
Rumored high school closings
Jul 31, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
A reader sent us an e-mail inquiring whether it's true that either Westchester H.S. or St. Bernards H.S will be closing soon.
We have no information -- does anybody?
405 carpool lane on track for funding
Jul 29, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Carpool Lane on 405 May Get $130 Million.
Congress appears poised to appropriate $130 million to partially fund a carpool lane on the northbound San Diego Freeway…
How do you break the ice with a neighbor?
Jul 29, 2005 · Palms/Westside Village
The following post by CindyM of Palms appears on blogging.la:
I know some of the other b.la contributors have bad relationships and experiences with their neighbors, but I've realized lately that…
Waxman opposes Federal Building expansion
Jul 29, 2005 · Westwood
Representative Henry Waxman has come out against expansion of the Federal Building in Westwood to accomodate the FBI. The following is the full text of the press release:
Rep. Waxman Opposes…
Lawsuit seeks to block Lincoln Place evictions
Jul 29, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Argonaut reports: Lincoln Place owner seeks to evict all tenants, go out of rental business under state Ellis Act.
Tenants of the Lincoln Place apartment complex in Venice are facing…
Sarah has a San Gennaro corrective experience
Jul 28, 2005 · Brentwood
Last time Sarah wrote about San Gennaro, it was the Culver City restaurant and she was having what appeared to be a bad day. This time she writes about the…
County seeks ill Fornaio diners
Jul 28, 2005 · Beverly Hills
The L.A. Times reports: County Issues Health Alert to Diners.
Los Angeles County health officials issued a salmonella alert Wednesday after three diners at a Beverly Hills restaurant became ill after…
Rosendahl to address Santa Monica City Council tonight
Jul 26, 2005 · Council District 11
Here's the text of the press release:
Who: Los Angeles City Councilmember Bill Rosendahl
Constituents of District 11, Los Angeles
When: 7:00pm, Tuesday, July 26,…
Changing of the guard at LAX
Jul 26, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The L.A. Times reports: Mayor Picks Airport Commissioners.
Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa announced his nominees to the civilian seven-member Airport Commission on Monday and said the group would focus on spreading air…
Farmers’ market dodges tax bullet
Jul 25, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Farmers’ market exempted from tax.
A proposed street-use ordinance tax, which some Westwood Village Farmers' Market vendors said would force them to close their stalls, has been…
Rosendahl confronts bigotry from council seat
Jul 25, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Independent reports: Rosendahl Looking for Gay Rights Showdown.
Openly gay Los Angeles City Councilman Bill Rosendahl finds himself supporting a motion that would commemorate one of South Los Angeles’…
Lincoln Place gets reprieve
Jul 25, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Santa Monica Mirror reports: Court Decision Halts Demolition of Lincoln Place.
A State appellate court issued a decision last week that will block the demolition of Venice’s Lincoln Place Apartments.
“This…
Pondering globalization and Indian food
Jul 25, 2005 · Westwood
Sarah at The Delicious Life weighs the pros and cons of outsourcing and chutney:On the Issue of Outsourcing - India's Oven in Westwood.
Peaking under the skirt of a clown
Jul 25, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
This is a little on the weird side, but we're OK with that: Of Clown Crotches And Towers.
It's a missive about the clown statue at Rose and Main in Venice.
Constellation Boulevard highrise project in the works
Jul 25, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
A reader sent us this, so we're passing it along:
I wanted to share a story with you that has received surprisingly little attention. It's a planned twin tower condo development…
Traffic mitigation can lead to traffic misery
Jul 21, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
The L.A. Times reports: 'Calmed' Roads Led to a Storm The people of Cheviot Hills and traffic engineers are learning a sobering lesson about life in the vehicle-laden big city:…
Adult kickball team looking for players
Jul 19, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
We got a kick out of this, via e-mail:
I’m a Mar Vista resident, employed in Venice, and I’m very happy to read West L.A. Online every day for news about…
Santa Monica debates its Place
Jul 19, 2005 · Santa Monica
The L.A. Times reports: Should This Place Be the Next Big Thing?.
The citizens of Santa Monica — known for their progressive attitudes and painstaking airing of such topics as homelessness…
Big event at the dog park
Jul 19, 2005 · Brentwood
Barrington Dog Park is hosting a Rally to Rescue to raise money and awareness for homeless pets, including a pet march and rescue festival.
It's taking place this Saturday. Go to…
Cultural center elicits discussion of fear and tolerance
Jul 18, 2005 · Palms/Westside Village
There's a terrifc discussion posted on the Palms–Village Sun Letters page that was elicited by one reader's expression of discomfort at attending public meetings at an Islamic cultural center.
Lawsuit challenges Venice Boardwalk lottery system
Jul 15, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Forum has details on a lawsuit that has been filed against the city's lottery system of doling out space on the Venice Boardwalk.
Marta Evry writes, "This is a…
Westwood Village Farmers' Market reaching out to the community
Jul 15, 2005 · Westwood
The Westwood Village Farmers' Market will be holding a community outreach meeting on Monday, July 18th at noon at Jerry's Deli in Westwood Village. Everyone is invited to give input…
Rosendahl to hold open houses, introduce staff
Jul 15, 2005 · Council District 11
Newly elected Councilman Bill Rosendahl will be hosting an open house at each of two district officees. Below are the details, plus a complete list of the councilman's new staff.
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ROSENDAHL…
Women's group to host business summit
Jul 14, 2005 · Uncategorized
In the interest of raising awareness of WestLAonline.BIZ, we will occaisionally point to items there that may not be of particular interest to the general audience here, mainly because it's…
Miscikowski not appointed to police commission
Jul 14, 2005 · Council District 11
Last week we passed along a rumor that former councilwoman Cindy Miscikowski was being considered by Mayor Villaraigosa for appointment to the police commission.
Today comes news of the mayor's five…
Mayor promises support for Westside
Jul 14, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Independent reports: Villaraigosa Gets to Work on Westside Plans.
Even before he officially took office, Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa maintained a high profile on the Westside remaining in the spotlight…
Playa del Rey traffic project moves forward
Jul 14, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The Daily Breeze reports: Bid to block Playa del Rey traffic project fails.
Two local groups lost their bids Wednesday to halt a controversial traffic project under way at Culver Boulevard…
Rosendahl's personal anguish moves council
Jul 14, 2005 · Council District 11
The LA Weekly reports on the City Council's symbolic measure in support of gay marriage:
But the most moving words came from new Councilman Bill Rosendahl, who is openly gay. On…
Funds sought for West Los Angeles LAPD
Jul 13, 2005 · Uncategorized
The West L.A. Chamber of Commerce is raising funds to help renovate the front desk of the West Los Angeles Community Police Station. Details can be found here.
Add West L.A. Online to your My Yahoo! account
Jul 13, 2005 · Uncategorized
If you use My Yahoo!, you can add West L.A. Online to your page and get the latest headlines. Just visit this page and type in westlaonline.com.
Web Log of Sailing Vessel NAKIA: Cruising Highs and Lows
Jul 13, 2005 · Uncategorized
This is totally off our West Los Angeles beat, but it's a slow news day and we just had to share this. It's a blog entry from a couple who…
Westwood branch library info
Jul 12, 2005 · Westwood
We periodically get phone calls asking for things like library hours, rent control information, how to get a filming permit, etc. Most of the time we have no idea and…
Blogosphere tracks bomb scare in Westwood
Jul 11, 2005 · Westwood
Blogging.LA is tracking a bomb scare in Westwood.
We can only confirm that Veteran Avenue was closed late this morning. A commenter on Blogging.LA says several streets are closed.
LAVoice.org has this:…
WestLAonline.BIZ open for business
Jul 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
We've launched yet another hairbrained blog. This time it's a news and information blog devoted to the West Los Angeles business community.
Believe it or not, there is a method to…
la.foodblogging finds good Chinese on the Westside
Jul 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
Link: A Taste of the (Real) Chinatown on the Westside.
Since I live on the Westside, if I want to find good Chinese food, I have to drive out to Alhambra,…
Sarah lunches at San Gennaro Cafe, Culver City
Jul 8, 2005 · Culver City
Link: the delicious life: Slo-mo and Soundtrack by Synthesizer - San Gennaro Cafe, Culver City.
Sarah wasn't thrilled with the decor and ambiance of San Gennaro, which wasn't helped by her…
Rumor mill: Miscikowski to police commission
Jul 8, 2005 · Council District 11
Mayor Sam has this tidbit: Cindy to Police Commission & Other Rumors.
For the last few days, we've been tracking rumors that Mayor Villaraigosa is planning to appoint former 11th District…
Political money laundering explained
Jul 8, 2005 · Council District 5
The L.A. Times has a very informative Q&A that explains political money laundering: Practice Taints Election Process, Is Hard to Clean Up.
Thanks to the work of the city Ethics Commission…
The genius/knucklehead behind West L.A. Online
Jul 7, 2005 · Uncategorized
In case anyone has ever wondered who is behind this silly Web site, his name is Jim Bursch, and he's posted his updated resume online. He is such an…
A reminder to be prepared for disaster
Jul 7, 2005 · Uncategorized
After extending aid and sympathy to victims of disaster, the next best course of action that all of us can take is to be prepared ourselves. The Red Cross is…
Pipeline work on San Vicente will close lanes
Jul 7, 2005 · Brentwood
We received the following via e-mail:
"The Gas Company will start it's construction at San Vicente and Burlingame tomorrow, July 7th. This is the start of a 10 - 12…
LA.Foodblogging orders pizza
Jul 6, 2005 · Uncategorized
LA.Foodblogging visited Frankie and Johnnie’s Pizza and wrote up the experience:
I’m no expert on New York Pizza, or pizza in general for that matter, but I do know that…
Retired journalist keeps tabs on Palms/Westside Village
Jul 5, 2005 · Palms/Westside Village
One of the first things that is likely to cross your mind when visiting the Palms-Village Sun Web site is, "Wow, there's a lot of stuff here." It's immediately obvious…
Mormon Temple brought New York Dolls together
Jul 5, 2005 · Westwood
File this one under "ironic trivia": New York Dolls influence lives on.
First-time filmmaker Greg Whiteley came to the subject of his documentary feature "New York Doll" not as a fan…
Rosendahl inauguration photo album
Jul 4, 2005 · Council District 11
Marta Evry at The Venice Forum has posted a terrific photo album capturing the spirit of Bill Rosendahl's swearing-in ceremony and festivities.
Our favorite has to be the shot of…
Everything Palms/Westside Village
Jul 1, 2005 · Palms/Westside Village
The prolific Palms-Village Sun passes on the following neighborhood information:
Dear friends and neighbors:
Here are recent articles posted on the privately owned and operated Palms-Village Sun Web site:
PALMS'S FIRST REPRESENTATIVE ASSEMBLY…
Talk about parking
Jul 1, 2005 · Westwood
There's a nostalgic post at blogging.la: Free Parking in Westwood.
Life on the Westside is still life in the big city
Jul 1, 2005 · Westwood
Mack Reed at LAVoice goes off on rude neighbors: A Week in West L.A.: Pissing, Raving and Thumping. Check it out, it's a fun read.
Rosendahl to be inaugurated Venice-style
Jun 30, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Independent reports: Rosendahl Celebrates at Venice Beach.
Call it "Beach Blanket Bingo" meets "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington." Bill Rosendahl’s public swearing-in ceremonies at Venice Beach Saturday will have…
Miscikowski given fond farewell
Jun 30, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Times reports: City Hall Colleagues Say Farewell to Miscikowski.
Councilwoman Cindy Miscikowski was given a long, emotional farewell at Los Angeles City Hall on Wednesday at the end of…
Governor gets on board with 405 carpool lane
Jun 30, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Dispute Over 405 Project Eases.
A political squabble between a Los Angeles-area congressman and the Schwarzenegger administration over possible funding for a $500-million northbound carpool lane on…
Men's claim of price discrimination at Century City club rejected
Jun 29, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
File this one under, "Get over it."
The Metropolitan News-Enterprise reports: Suit by Male Clubgoers Over Higher Admission Charges Rejected.
A patron who claims that a business charged a discriminatory price or…
Police shoot robbery suspect
Jun 29, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
NBC 4 - News reports: Santa Monica Bank Robbery Ends In Shootout.
A Santa Monica police officer shot and wounded a person Wednesday, reportedly a bank robbery suspect whose two accomplices…
Venice gets second attempt at neighborhood council
Jun 29, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Forum reports: Breaking News! BONC approves GRVNC Elections for September!.
Last night, Board of Neighborhood Commissioners (BONC) voted unanimously to give the go ahead for the next Grass Roots…
Case of the body snatchers going slow
Jun 29, 2005 · UCLA
The L.A. Times reports: Judge Blasts Pace of Body Donor Case.
Nearly 16 months after authorities broke up an alleged cadaver trafficking scheme at UCLA medical school, the criminal investigation has…
NBC4 runs second instalment on Play Vista gas issue
Jun 29, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
NBC4 reports: Burning Questions: Part II.
It is one of the most luxurious housing developments in Southern California, but underneath the ground is a potential hot zone -- hidden gas.
Several weeks…
Parties prepare for special election to replace Gordon
Jun 29, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Via ElSegundo.net: Parties prepare strategies for race to replace Gordon.
As tributes continue for the fallen South Bay legislator, potential candidates face a primary-type election for his seat as early as…
G.A.Y. Freedom Band to perform at Rosendahl's swearing in ceremony
Jun 29, 2005 · Council District 11
Call it our gay bias, but we think Bill Rosendahl will bring a breath of fresh air to the staid, straight halls of city government.
From the press release file: G.A.Y.…
County steps up to homeless problem, eyes VA as site for shelter
Jun 27, 2005 · Uncategorized
The LookOut reports: County Takes Unprecedented Step to Tackle Homeless Problem.
In an unprecedented move that will boost Santa Monica’s call for a regional homeless plan, the County Board of Supervisors…
UCLA nurses to vote on one-day strike
Jun 27, 2005 · UCLA
Link: UCLA nurses to vote on one-day strike.
The California Nurses Association said 9,000 RNs at several University of California campuses -- including UCLA Medical Center -- are considering their first-ever…
LAX modernization boon for lawyers
Jun 27, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Legal Costs Mounting for LAX Proposal.
Legal costs are mounting to defend the city against a lawsuit challenging its controversial modernization plan for Los Angeles International Airport,…
LAX office space a bargain
Jun 27, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: LAX Office Rental Market Stays Grounded.
To let: High-rise office space with spectacular views, cool ocean breezes and ample parking. Close to major public transportation hub. Cheapest…
Confronting the conspiracy of envy
Jun 27, 2005 · Uncategorized
In the tradition of great journalistic crusades that have exposed corruption and injustice in industry and government, we are going to take on the cause of exposing the conspiracy of…
Firefighters rescue pets from Westwood fire
Jun 27, 2005 · Westwood
LAFD reports: ANIMALS RESCUED FROM HOUSE FIRE IN WESTWOOD.
As firefighters battled the blaze, the residents of the dwelling alerted firefighters to the presence of multiple animals within the structure. Firefighters…
Assemblyman Mike Gordon passes
Jun 26, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
We have just learned that Assemblyman Mike Gordon has died.
Mr. Gordon represented the 53rd Assembly District, which includes Venice and Mar Vista. He was also a former mayor of El…
310 split or overlay explained
Jun 24, 2005 · Uncategorized
Thanks to sean at blogging.la for pointing us to this: The 310 May Face Two Options: Split or Overlay.
Support West L.A. Online, join MyMindshare
Jun 24, 2005 · Uncategorized
Over there in the right column, you will notice an ad for MyMindshare.
MyMindshare is a site we built because we hate advertising as it currently exists. We hate the intrusiveness…
Malayasian minister visits Westside
Jun 24, 2005 · Uncategorized
One of the perks of publishing news is that occasionally we get invited to events as members of "the Media." One such event we recently attended was a reception for…
Venice celebrates 100 despite itself
Jun 24, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Venice Turns 100, but Not Without a Fight.
What is surprising is that Venetian activists, notorious for not playing well with others, managed to pull together to…
How is the Westside perceived in the rest of the city?
Jun 23, 2005 · Uncategorized
We want to pull out a comment on another post for wider feedback:
This is an issue that is not unique to Overland. The whole Westside is widely perceived as the…
Getty criticized for CEO's lavish compensation
Jun 23, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Senator Rebukes Getty.
Amid national attention to excesses at nonprofits, the chairman of the Senate Finance Committee has rebuked the board of the J. Paul Getty Trust,…
Armand Hammer trivia
Jun 23, 2005 · UCLA
In the blogosphere, one thing leads to another. We commented on this post at blogging.la, which led us to the Wikipedia entry on Armand Hammer, where we learned:
"Hammer was also…
Overland residents righteous in their indignation
Jun 22, 2005 · Uncategorized
Overland Avenue residents fired off another e-mail in their never-ending battle with the L.A. Department of Transportation. This time their wrath was directed at the community liaison for the Santa…
Ocean View Farms provides food for the soul
Jun 22, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
From Mother Earth News: Ocean View Farms.
If you wander around in West Los Angeles, you might come upon a sight that's sure to warm any back-to-the-lander's heart. There, on a…
County considers suit to stop VA development
Jun 22, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Daily News reports: VA center options ordered.
Alarmed that the massive U.S. Veterans Administration complex in West Los Angeles may be sold or leased as early as this summer,…
Weiss embroiled in campaign finance issue
Jun 21, 2005 · Council District 5
Councilman Jack Weiss' name comes up again in an L.A. Times story on campaign money laundering: Ethics Commission Accuses Zine of Campaign Violations.
[Director of the Los Angeles Ethics Commission] Pelham…
Overland resident sets the record straight
Jun 21, 2005 · Uncategorized
LAVoice.org: Busted! Little Overland Catches LADOT Lying.
Maybe it's some deep-seated need to prove what jerks they can be, but the city Department of Transportation apparently lied about Little Overland on…
City Beat covers Playa Vista methane issue
Jun 20, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
City Beat reports: BUBBLING TROUBLE: What is the truth about possible methane gas leakage into the buildings of Playa Vista?.
Viewers who caught last month’s KNBC Channel 4 news investigation “Burning…
Westside Community News Project
Jun 17, 2005 · Uncategorized
Some time ago we saw a need for a non-profit organization to support community journalism, and from that we came up with the idea for the Westside Community News Project.…
Patron seeks Venice artist
Jun 17, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
We received this e-mail with this attached photo:
I spent the day at Venice Beach Monday, May 23.
I was very impressed with one artist's work but cannot seem to find him…
When the lifeguards bug out, head for high ground
Jun 16, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
For some reason this tickled us: NBC 4 - How Marina Del Rey Mobilized After Tsunami Warning.
"Our policy is to get all the craft out in 100 feet of water…
Dog beach legislation rejected
Jun 16, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Via El Segundo.Net, the Daily Breeze reports: Opposition to El Segundo dog beach proposal unleashed.
A Senate committee appears determined to keep a “no dogs†policy posted at Dockweiler State Beach.
Heeding…
Rosendahl to be sworn in on Venice Beach
Jun 14, 2005 · Council District 11
The following came to us via e-mail:
Dear Friends and Supporters,
Please save the following date for Bill's official inaugural event:
WHAT: Bill Rosendahl Swearing-in Ceremony
WHEN: …
Illness keeps Assembly rep from work
Jun 14, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Assemblyman Is Ill, but His Work Continues.
When former El Segundo Mayor Mike Gordon arrived in the Assembly in December, some of his fellow Democrats tagged him…
Riordan hosts charity auction
Jun 14, 2005 · Brentwood
LA.Comfidential reports: Rich People Are Funny.
We hung out in ex-Mayor Richard Riordan's backyard in Brentwood this weekend and drank wine with lots of really really rich people who like to…
Venice Centennial 2005
Jun 14, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Here's the official Web site for the Venice Centennial 2005.
For more, check out this post at LAVoice.org: And Abbott Kinney Begat Dogtown: Venice Turns 100
Westside PR exec pleads guilty
Jun 14, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: PR Exec Pleads Guilty in Phony Billing Scheme.
Steven Sugerman, a public relations executive and former city official, agreed today to plead guilty to participating in a…
Bristol Farms coming to Westchester
Jun 14, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The Argonaut reports: Albertsons store on Lincoln Boulevard to be converted to Bristol Farms.
An Albertsons store on Lincoln Boulevard in Westchester is to be converted to a Bristol Farms store…
Neighborhood groups effectively ignored
Jun 13, 2005 · Uncategorized
We have seen two stories in which neighborhood groups have been ignored with regard to their concerns about a project.
The first is the Santa Monica Boulevard project where homeowner associations…
Westside not represented in the Assembly
Jun 13, 2005 · Uncategorized
In our quest to eliminate our ignorance about who represents the Westside in Sacramento, we have learned that four different Assembly districts claim a piece of what we define as…
How to find out who represents you
Jun 12, 2005 · Uncategorized
Thanks to a comment on the "My Councilperson Can Kick Your Councilperson's Butt" post at blogging.la, we have learned of an excellent feature on the City of Los Angeles Web…
Venice is celebrating 100 years
Jun 12, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Forum has a complete list of events that are scheduled to celebrate the Venice Centennial.
Daily Bruin scoops L.A. media with story of executive's arrest
Jun 11, 2005 · UCLA
Kevin Roderick of LAObserved points out this story and credits the Daily Bruin for the exclusive: UCLA executive arrested.
Freddrick Mark Brito, who recently held a position raising funds for the…
Councilman with a fan club
Jun 11, 2005 · Council District 5
Will Campbell at blogging.la is a huge fan of his city council representative (Eric Garcetti), and apparently for good reason.
We were wondering how Jack Weiss measures up? We have high…
Overland makes the news
Jun 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
Overland Avenue residents turned out wearing red "Save Little Overland" t-shirts to fill the background for an NBC4 news story broadcast yesterday at 5:30pm.
Thanks to Tom and Shannon for the…
Is ignorance of state lawmaking blissful?
Jun 10, 2005 · Uncategorized
File this one under "Things about which we are totally ignorant."
We have no idea who our State Senate representative is. We barely have an inkling of who our Assembly representative…
WLA Chamber launches community affairs committee
Jun 10, 2005 · Uncategorized
In an effort to reach out and be of service to the community at large, the West L.A. Chamber of Commerce has launched a Community Affairs Committee. We have provided…
Gay pride parade this weekend
Jun 10, 2005 · Uncategorized
This is a little off our beat, but we found it noteworthy nonetheless. LAVoice.org writes: Flesh for Fantasy: 35 Years of Gay Pride in WeHo.
Don't even think of trying to…
Tract 7260 on Santa Monica Blvd. project
Jun 9, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Tract 7260 Web site has the latest on the Santa Monica Boulevard construction project, : Santa Monica Project A Year Over Schedule.
Contrary to the explicit assurances received both verbally…
There's a new site in town
Jun 9, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
We've just learned of a new community Web site:WestchesterLAX.COM.
WestchesterLAX.com naturally enough, is focused on the Westchester, California (ZIP codes 90045 and 90094) area that includes the Los Angeles International Airport…
Premiere location for a premiere
Jun 8, 2005 · Westwood
Last night we had occasion to be in Westwood Village and happened upon the premiere of "Mr. and Mrs. Smith." Setting aside the inconvenience of not being able to find…
New mayor considers extending Red Line to Westside
Jun 7, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Independent reports: Villaraigosa Facing Test Over Westside Subway.
Among the first challenges facing Mayor-elect Antonio Villaraigosa will be getting Westside subway extension out of mothballs and persuading Rep. Henry…
Santa Monica police officer killed in Iraq
Jun 7, 2005 · Santa Monica
The Argonaut reports: 10-year veteran of SMPD killed in Iraq by grenade.
A ten-year veteran officer of the Santa Monica Police Department — who was serving his second tour of duty…
How to get the most out of West L.A. Online
Jun 6, 2005 · Uncategorized
West L.A. Online is a blog, which really doesn't mean anything to most users, except that as a blog, it has what's call an RSS feed, which also doesn't mean…
PDF files suck on the Web
Jun 6, 2005 · Uncategorized
File this under Pet Peeve. PDF files rank #2 on the Top Ten Mistakes in Web Design. This is particularly irksome to us because just about everything that the City…
Independent campaign expenditures said to threaten political process
Jun 6, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Times reports: Laws Fail to Limit Political Spending.
Nearly $590,000 in independent spending was put into in the battle for the Westside council seat being vacated by Cindy Miscikowski,…
Westside Village in the L.A. Times
Jun 5, 2005 · Palms/Westside Village
By happy coincidence, the L.A. Times has a profile of Westside Village, just in time to lead our new Palms/Westside Village category: In Westside Village, an attitude of quietude.
The community…
Do you support an off-leash dog beach?
Jun 3, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
El Segundo.net is hosting a poll and forum for the proposed dog beach at Dockweiler.
The opposition Web site is No Dogs On The El Segundo Beach.
Dog Beach Now is…
Introducing the Palms/Westside Village category
Jun 3, 2005 · Palms/Westside Village
In order to correct a woeful oversight, we have added a category for Palms/Westside Village. There are many things about which we are ignorant and welcome enlightenment from any quarter.…
Brentwood Media Group covers the Westside
Jun 3, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Brentwood Media Group publishes several papers/magazines that cover West Los Angeles, and has a Web site featuring stories from the whole family of publications. It's well worth a periodic…
Strip club loses its license
Jun 2, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Silver Reign strip club located near the intersection of Bundy and Olympic has had its operating permit revoked by the police commission. Apparently it's not final, and the…
Pointer for Westside foodies
Jun 2, 2005 · Uncategorized
Rather than try to summarize what's new on la.foodblogging's Westside category, we'll just point you there.
Sometimes pictures of food can look rather gross, but this is not the case at…
VA to add ER docs
Jun 2, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: VA Hospital Adds Doctors to Emergency Room.
The Veterans Affairs hospital in West Los Angeles is hiring more physicians for its emergency room after a task force…
Westside developer charged for campaign finance violations
Jun 1, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Hahn Backer Is Charged.
A Westside real estate developer and major campaign fundraiser for Los Angeles Mayor James K. Hahn was charged Wednesday with conspiracy and making…
Memorial Day in Westwood
May 31, 2005 · Westwood
A web site called Just Above Sunset Magazine has a terrific photo album of pictures taken at the Los Angeles National Cemetary in Westwood.
And Dennis McCarthy of the L.A. Daily…
Bank robbers target Palisades
May 31, 2005 · Brentwood
We found this in the Whittier Daily News: Series of robberies hit Pacific Palisades.
A rash of robberies has Pacific Palisades residents worried that the upscale seaside community will lose its…
Students show support for farmers market
May 31, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Students protest possible tax on Westwood Farmers’ Market.
Students dressed themselves as vegetables in self-fashioned costumes Thursday afternoon to support the Westwood Village Farmers' Market and protest…
Playa Vista methane: hysteria or hazard?
May 31, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
Via L.A. Voice: Burning Questions: Is Playa Vista Gonna Blow?.
Here's the link directly to the Channel 4 News Investigation, where we couldn't get the video to work. Given that local…
Have you seen signs of alien invasion?
May 31, 2005 · Uncategorized
Via LAVoice: Physical Graffiti: Space Invaders Walk Among Us.
Apparently a French artist is behind the Space Invader mosaics that are showing up around town. We noticed one on PCH near…
Playa Vista dog park gets rave review
May 24, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
Via blogging.la: Playa Vista Dog Park Party.
Playa Vista is one of those nice quasi-gated communities where they have "movie nights" and everyone seems to know everyone else. It's nice enough…
la.foodblogging does the Westside
May 24, 2005 · Uncategorized
For you folks with a healthy appetite and sophisticated taste buds, the blog la.foodblogging has a Westside category, where all their posts related to cooking and dining this side of…
Plastic surgery boutique opens on Rodeo Drive
May 24, 2005 · Beverly Hills
In the category of novel press releases: Plastic Surgery Comes to Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills.
There’s a new “boutique†smack in the heart of Rodeo Drive. Among its neighbors are…
Slow news day for the Westside
May 23, 2005 · Uncategorized
We have committed ourselves to posting something ... anything ... every weekday. At the moment, nothing is catching our attention.
Of course we could point to the latest celebrity real estate…
Palms/Westside Village ... who knew?
May 20, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
There are communities on the Westside about which we are woefully ignorant. Take Palms/Westside Village for example. We knew there was a Palms, of sort. We've seen signs, someplace on…
American Indians gather at UCLA
May 20, 2005 · UCLA
UCLA's American Indian Student Association presents:
the 20th Annual UCLA Pow Wow on the UCLA Campus,
Saturday and Sunday, May 21 & 22, 2005
Thanks to CindyM at Blogging LA for the pointer.
I'll…
The Delicious Life: Stalking the [Westside] Markets
May 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Delicious Life is a very attractive food blog that we have just discovered (better late than never), and Sarah has been running a series on L.A. area farmers markets.…
LAPD Consent Decree roadshow
May 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
One of the legacies of LAPD's Rampart scandal is a Consent Decree, in which the department agreed to certain reforms, the progress of which is monitored by a court appointee.…
Entrada gas station gets protection and new owner
May 19, 2005 · Brentwood
The L.A. Times reports: Station Wins Monument Status.
In most beach-side neighborhoods you'd expect to find residents fighting to get rid of a rickety gas station amid their million-dollar homes.
Not in…
Venice Art Walk looks like fun
May 18, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Santa Monica Mirror reports: Venice Is All Art All the Time.
This year’s Venice Art Walk and Auction on Sunday, May 22, will feature self-guided tours of over 60…
Pondering the next question: Now what?
May 18, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Raku the Voting Dog's top advisor has this missive on what comes next: Rosendahl Wins CD11 - Now What?.
It cost hundreds of lives - entire forests were leveled and shredded…
Weiss star is rising
May 18, 2005 · Council District 5
L.A. Observed observes:
The other big winner of the night seems to be Councilman Jack Weiss. He jumped on the Villaraigosa express early and was tapped to introduce him on Tuesday…
Sharing the pew with politicos
May 18, 2005 · Uncategorized
Here's a nice little tidbit we found in a blog called "in a kingdom by the sea".
Shabbat morning, I went to the service that some friends of mine were leading…
Voters put the kibosh on LAPD grab for LAX police
May 18, 2005 · Uncategorized
Voters resoundingly rejected Measure A, which would have cleared the way for LAPD to take over policing of LAX.
We suspected the measure was more about a money grab than public…
Residential burglary alert
May 18, 2005 · Westwood
LAPD is circulating the following crime alert for the area just south of Westwood Village:
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES
A RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY SERIES HAS RECENTLY DEVELOPED IN THE WESTWOOD AREA. THE SERIES INVOLVES…
Congratulations to Bill Rosendahl
May 18, 2005 · Council District 11
Bill Rosendahl has won election to the City Council representing District 11.
We would like to congratulate him, and thank his opponent, Flora Gil Krisiloff for her effort and passion…
Century City building reported lost
May 17, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
PreserveLA reports:
Welton Beckett Building Lost.
Designed by Welton Beckett and completed in 1960, the four-story building featured a rooftop pavilion, a reflecting pool with fountains, and an incredible 734 foot…
Do strippers make bad neighbors?
May 17, 2005 · Uncategorized
Below is the text of a letter that West L.A. residents are being asked to sign and send to the police commission.
Given that it is being circulated via e-mail to…
To the bitter end...
May 17, 2005 · Council District 11
We were hoping to have a moratorium on election stories today, but the L.A. Times isn't cooperating: Westside Council Candidates Fighting to the End.
The latest exchange between the camps of…
Fire stations under construction
May 16, 2005 · Uncategorized
The good folks at the LAFD public information office are providing the following information: LAFD Fire Station Construction Update.
In November 2000, the voters of Los Angeles resoundingly approved the Proposition…
405 lane closures scheduled
May 16, 2005 · Uncategorized
From a CalTrans press release:
LOS ANGELES – Work is scheduled to begin on a $50 million project to extend the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lane on the southbound San Diego…
Venice Paper on the Web
May 16, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
LAObserved says that Venice Paper just went online this month. We don't know anything about it, but heartily welcome them to the Web. The more the merrier is our motto.
Alphabet brought Weiss and Villaraigosa together
May 16, 2005 · Council District 5
In the Jewish Journal, Councilman Jack Weiss writes: Villaraigosa Would Make a Great Mayor.
A mayoralty is a terrible thing to waste, and for the last four years, I have seen…
Comments sought on Veteran's Park
May 15, 2005 · Uncategorized
The LAist reports: Hanging Out in Veterans Park?
When the Veterans Administration asked for public comment on what to do with the prime piece of West Los Angeles real estate that…
Daily Breeze endorses Krisiloff
May 13, 2005 · Council District 11
The Daily Breeze joins the L.A. Times, the L.A. Weekly and La Opinion in endorsing Flora Gil Krisiloff for City Council in District 11. That's a pretty good roundup of…
Santa Monica Mirror endorses Rosendahl
May 12, 2005 · Council District 11
The Santa Monica Mirror writes: The Best Men.
Next Tuesday, May 17, when Los Angeles voters go to the polls, they will have clear choices in both the mayoral and City…
Plans for a Hotel Survive in Beverly Hills
May 11, 2005 · Beverly Hills
The New York Times reports: Plans for a Hotel Survive in Beverly Hills.
Winning the right to build has never been easy in this affluent city, but few projects have weathered…
Newspaper finds issues make little difference in campaign
May 11, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Times reports: Style Rather Than Issues Divides Rivals for Westside Council Seat.
After a nine-week crash course on the exhausting, sometimes nasty world of local politics, the two candidates…
Meet us at Matteo's
May 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
We're going to be at Matteo's Thursday night 6:30-7:30, and you are invited to join us for a cocktail.
This is a semi-regular thing we're doing, so don't worry if you…
Is the Westside politically irrelevant?
May 10, 2005 · Council District 11
The best part of this post at Mayor Sam's blog is in the comments.
I started to snoop around CD 11. My spies tell me that Bill Rosendahl is going to…
Rosendahl says West L.A. VA should do more for veterans
May 9, 2005 · Council District 11
Saying too little is being done to benefit the “walking wounded,†City Council candidate Bill Rosendahl called for increased and improved services for veterans on VA property in West Los…
From the file of obscure trade publications
May 9, 2005 · Westwood
Hotel Bel-Air Selects Bartech Minibars for its Mobil Five-Star Luxury Hotel.
Bartech Systems International, a premier provider of minibar solutions and the leader in automatic minibar technology, today announced that the…
Krisiloff leads money race
May 9, 2005 · Council District 11
The Los Angeles Business Journal Online reports: .
... Meanwhile, in the only other candidate race on May 17, community activist Flora Gil Krisiloff has jumped out to a lead over…
Local activists seek to keep VA land for veterans
May 9, 2005 · Brentwood
The L.A. Time reports: Plan to Develop VA Land in Brentwood Is Under Attack.
Open space advocates declared war Friday on the commercialization of the Veterans Affairs' Brentwood grounds by invoking…
Westwood library opens to fanfare
May 9, 2005 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports: Crowds Check Out Westwood Library.
Westwood's first-ever public library branch opened Saturday to a loud party that few were shy about celebrating.
The Westwood branch is the last…
Reporter Takes Issue with Times Endorsement
May 7, 2005 · Council District 11
In an admittedly biased post, Matt Szabo brings us this: Local Reporter Takes Issue with Times Endorsement.
Last Sunday the Los Angeles Times endorsed Flora Gil Krisiloff for the 11th Council…
Rachael and pals take up bar challenge
May 6, 2005 · Santa Monica
Good living, just the way we like it: Bar Fly - The Lounge at Casa Del Mar.
The challenge was to go eat at a bar. Now lets face facts, the…
When you don't have a lawn for a lawn sign...
May 6, 2005 · Council District 11
Thanks to Marta Evry for sharing this with us.
Hawks nest in Westwood Village
May 5, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Hawks make home on historic tower.
Two red-tailed hawks are starting to build a nest at the top of the Fox Tower on Westwood's Mann Village movie…
Quote/Requote on area code overlay
May 4, 2005 · Uncategorized
Via FishBowlLA, who points us to a quotable quote: Hangin' in the 424.
"What I don't like is the idea that my children can be living in my house but have…
Homeless czar proposed for Santa Monica
May 4, 2005 · Santa Monica
Mack Reed at LAVoice.org reports: Shriver Wants Homeless Czar for Santa Monica.
Apparently fed up with Santa Monica's 15-year homeless chronic bum problem, freshman Councilman Bobby Shriver has called for the…
Firefighters quickly douse high-rise fire
May 4, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
LAFD reports: High Rise Fire in Century City.
The first company on scene reported smoke showing from the 18th floor of a 21 story residential high rise, containing 480 units, known…
How 'bout making Pico and Olympic one-way streets?
May 4, 2005 · Uncategorized
The following comes from the West L.A. Chamber of Commerce newspaper. Leave it to a business person to propose a traffic solution that can be implemented right now. The only…
Rosendahl enlisting "Truth Squad" for final days of campaign
May 4, 2005 · Council District 11
We think it is somehow noteworthy that below-the-belt campaigning takes place in mailers and phone banks, where there is less accountability and no opportunity for rebuttal.
On the Web, however, every…
Landmark gay bar to close
May 4, 2005 · Santa Monica
From a blog called Towleroad we learn of the history and the end of The Friendship in Santa Monica Canyon: The Friendship That Never Went Away.
Why get nostalgic for The…
L.A. Conservancy puts candidates to historic litmus test
May 3, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Conservancy has posted their interview of the CD11 candidates. Note to Webmasters everywhere: pdf files suck on the Web; get with it and post important information in proper…
Teachers union backs Rosendahl
May 3, 2005 · Council District 11
From Bill Rosendahl's Web site: Los Angeles Teachers Endorse Rosendahl.
Saying Los Angeles needs more educators in public office, the United Teachers of Los Angeles has endorsed Bill Rosendahl in his…
Westside LAPD commander passes suddenly
May 2, 2005 · Uncategorized
We have just learned that Captain Vance Proctor, commander of the West L.A. Division of LAPD, passed away suddenly last week. At this time the cause of death is not…
Westside leads drop in office vacancy
May 2, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times report: Office Vacancy Falls to 14% in L.A. County.
Los Angeles County's office market continued to tilt in favor of landlords last quarter, as businesses expanded and pushed…
Times endorses Krisiloff style
May 2, 2005 · Council District 11
L.A. Time editorial: The Right Style for the Westside.
The two candidates battling to succeed Cindy Miscikowski on the Los Angeles City Council had the chance to engage Westside voters in…
"Venice Transient" kills LAX Police Officer
May 1, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Via The Venice Forum: "Venice Transient" kills LAX Police Officer.
A Los Angeles International Airport police officer was killed Friday after a pedestrian commandeered his patrol car and dragged him down…
Villaraigosa, Hertzberg and Riordan stump in Brentwood
Apr 30, 2005 · Brentwood
From Antonio Villaraigosa's campaign blog: Where’s the worst traffic in LA?.
Today [ed: which was yesterday], Antonio Villaraigosa is joining Bob Hertzberg and Richard Riordan at the corner of North Barrington…
Everyone wants an apology, but nobody is sorry
Apr 29, 2005 · Council District 11
We are so looking forward to Election Day, because then we will know who we can lambaste, mock and heap scorn upon without worrying about things like fairness and balance.
Here…
Exposition rail line gets MTA funding
Apr 29, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: MTA Approves $640-Million Budget for Downtown-to-Westside Rail Line.
A proposal for light rail service between the Westside and downtown Los Angeles received a substantial boost Thursday when…
Those wacky BH columnists are at it again
Apr 28, 2005 · Beverly Hills
In their never-ending quest to plumb the depths of inanity found in local weeklies, FishbowlLA reports: Beverly Hills Courier's Rambling Rabbi.
Another look at the Beverly Hills Courier, the newspaper which…
Be on the lookout for a man on foot with a pot
Apr 28, 2005 · Uncategorized
The following comes from an LAPD crime alert for West Los Angeles. We think someone is testing the system, given the untimeliness of the alert. We also got a kick…
Barbarians at the gate: Art group calls attention to gated communities
Apr 27, 2005 · Brentwood
An art group by the name of Heavy Trash has installed a viewing platform in Brentwood at the corner of Sunset and Gunston. The following is excerpted from
The upside of gentrification
Apr 27, 2005 · Uncategorized
Los Angeles CityBeat reports: Gangster's Paradise Lost.
The story is the same across the Westside: The vida loca in neighborhoods such as West L.A.’s Sawtelle district, Venice’s Oakwood area, and the…
Taking a page from OPEC to inflate housing prices
Apr 27, 2005 · Uncategorized
As the oil producing nations of the world are well aware, the best way to drive up the price of a good is to restrain the supply in the face…
Rosendahl calls for roadblock to housing construction in Venice
Apr 27, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Rosendahl Calls For More Scrutiny Of Lincoln Center.
Supporting the community’s demand for a greater say in the planning process, City Council candidate Bill Rosendahl today called for extensive environmental review…
School board member chastised for causing disturbance
Apr 26, 2005 · Santa Monica
The LookOut reports: Police Threaten to Arrest School Board Member.
Santa Monica Police Chief James T. Butts, Jr. publicly reprimanded a School Board member Thursday night for allegedly bringing gang members…
We'll be at Matteo's again on Thursday
Apr 26, 2005 · Uncategorized
Feel free to drop by Matteo's Thursday evening 6:30-7:30. We'll be at table #8.
Give us a call if you know you'll be there, and we'll save a seat.
310 overlay hearings start
Apr 26, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Public Hearings Start Today on 310 Area Code 'Overlay' Proposal.
The state Public Utilities Commission will hold public hearings today and Wednesday to gauge reaction to a…
Inside CD11 tit for tat politicking
Apr 26, 2005 · Council District 11
The most interesting thing about this particular post comes from Web site called World Wide Words, which tells us about the phrase "tempest in a teapot."
I’m not familiar with that…
Three weeks to Election Day
Apr 26, 2005 · Council District 11
Three weeks from today the representative for Council District 11 will be decided. The choice is between Bill Rosendahl or Flora Gil Krisiloff.
In these final weeks before the election, we…
Rosendahl campaign to host BBQ
Apr 26, 2005 · Council District 11
The following is an open invitation to anyone who would like to meet Bill Rosendahl and his campaign team:
Dear Friends and Supporters,
We’d like to invite you to join us this…
Rachael reviews Hotel Bel Air cuisine
Apr 25, 2005 · Westwood
Fresh Approach Cooking: Dinner at the Hotel Bel Air.
Words can make a meal sound so much better than it ever really was. I know because I once read a…
Rosendahl opposes permit fees for farmers markets
Apr 25, 2005 · Council District 11
Link: Rosendahl Urges Protection For Farmers' Markets.
City Council candidate Bill Rosendahl today called for an immediate and permanent exemption for farmers markets from the proposed Special Event Permit fee, under…
Musical theater fails as barometer of race relations
Apr 24, 2005 · Beverly Hills
We got a kick out of this commentary at fishbowlLA: Beverly Hills Courier Declares: Racism Over!
In my continuing efforts to monitor Free Neighborhood Publications That Take Themselves Way Too Seriously,…
Padilla endorses Krisiloff
Apr 22, 2005 · Council District 11
City Council President Alex Padilla endorsed Flora Gil Krisiloff in her run for the CD11 seat.
Yesterday at a little league field in Westchester, L.A. City Council President Alex Padilla announced…
Re-opening of dog park delayed
Apr 22, 2005 · Brentwood
Friends of Barrington Dog Park reports:
Dear Friends,
Due to a death in the family of one of the park workers, we will experience a slight delay in opening Barrington Dog Park.…
More on that Venice sculpture thing
Apr 22, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
FreeVenice.Org has a picture of the Venice sculpture that's causing such a stir. If anyone knows where a good photo can be found online, please let us know.
City Beat profiles Flora Gil Krisiloff
Apr 22, 2005 · Council District 11
Los Angeles CityBeat writes: THE PLANNER: City Council candidate Flora Gil Krisiloff is a veteran of the Westside’s land-use fray.
Judging by the walls of her campaign headquarters on Venice Boulevard,…
LA Times weighs in on Venice sculpture controversy
Apr 22, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Via The Venice Forum: LA Times Editorial About Winward Sculpture Controversy.
As Times staff writer Diane Haithman reported Saturday, a handful of Venice residents are up in arms over a statue…
Rosendahl calls for reform of neighborhood councils
Apr 21, 2005 · Council District 11
UPDATE: Never one to miss a hint, Rosendahl's campaign has posted the press release here: Rosendahl Calls For Reform Of Neighborhood Council System
Hopefully the full text of the press release…
LA Brain Terrain: Reading Between the Lines in LA
Apr 21, 2005 · UCLA
A blogger with the nom de plume "LA Brain Terrain" has this about the upcoming Festival of Books at UCLA.
He/she references the L.A. Times CalendarLive story: L.A., chapter and…
Rosendahl opposes LAX/LAPD merger
Apr 21, 2005 · Council District 11
UPDATE: The full text of the press release is here: Rosendahl Opposes LAX-LAPD Merger . Press releases are usually smarmy and self-serving, but Rosendahl's releases are refreshingly informative on the…
Police activity at Pico/Westwood
Apr 21, 2005 · Westwood
A reader reports seeing LAPD out in force on Tuesday near the interesection of Pico and Westwood. Does anyone know what was up? We have no information.
"On my way home…
Council President to endorse Krisiloff
Apr 20, 2005 · Council District 11
L.A. City Council President Alex Padilla will be holding a press conference tomorrow afternoon to announce his support for 11th Council District candidate Flora Gil Krisiloff. The election is…
Meet us at Matteo's
Apr 20, 2005 · Uncategorized
We're going to be at Matteo's again on Thursday, 6:30-7:30.
This is an open invitation to anyone who would like to meet us, share a drink, and chat about whatever. We'll…
KCRW covers Samohi brawl
Apr 19, 2005 · Santa Monica
Yesterday's topic for KCRW's "Which Way L.A." was the race fights that broke out at area high schools, including Santa Monica High School: Local High Schools, Racial Violence and Academic…
Racial tensions explode at Santa Monica High School
Apr 18, 2005 · Santa Monica
The LookOut reports: Race Fights Break Out at Samohi.
Racial tensions at Samohi erupted in a series of fights Friday, leading to a lockdown of the city’s largest school and prompting…
Venice debates nudity in public art
Apr 16, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Venice: Too Clothes-Minded for a Nude Public Artwork?.
... some vocal Venice residents want a new ban on public nudity — and this time the naked offender…
When you need a good auto mechanic...
Apr 15, 2005 · Uncategorized
It's a slow news day for us, so we are going to recomend a car mechanic. We've patronized Foogerts Tire in Culver City for over 10 years, going back to…
CityBeat profiles Bill Rosendahl
Apr 14, 2005 · Council District 11
CityBeat writes: Rosendahl's Big Idea: Effusive City Council candidate for the 11th District says the Westside’s representative needs a citywide vision.
He goes on and on about The Big Picture, leaning…
More fun with Google Maps: The Mormon Temple
Apr 14, 2005 · Westwood
The Mormon Temple from space.
City fee proposal threatens farmers markets
Apr 14, 2005 · Uncategorized
Rachael reports: Los Angeles Farmers Markets In Peril.
It seems that a city ordinance is being passed that will charge Los Angeles area farmers markets a permit fee for street closures.…
New commander takes helm of Marina Del Rey Sheriff's Station
Apr 14, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Argonaut reports: New sheriff's captain at Marina Sheriff's Station has dream command she says she always wanted.
Newly promoted Sheriff's Capt. Mary Campbell says she is right where she wants…
Join us for a cocktail
Apr 14, 2005 · Uncategorized
Tonight from 6:30-7:30 we are going to be at Matteo's on Westwood Boulevard. If you happen to be in the neighborhood, please join us; we'd like to meet you. Just…
Westwood farmers' market copes with less space
Apr 14, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Farmers’ Market looks on bright side.
Despite the recent closure of the market's Glendon Avenue portion, which market manager Donovan Marshall said resulted in the removal of…
City of Santa Monica under fire in L.A. council race
Apr 13, 2005 · Council District 11
The LookOut reports: Santa Monica Becomes Key Issue in LA Council Race.
Santa Monica's impact on its neighbors is fast becoming an issue as two Westside candidates slug it out in…
Westside developers fined for ethics lapse
Apr 13, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Daily Breeze reports: Political gifts bring fines for Los Angeles developers.
The Los Angeles Ethics Commission on Tuesday levied $148,000 in fines stemming from two campaign money laundering investigations, making…
Gay UCLA athletes find rusty hinges on closet door
Apr 13, 2005 · UCLA
BoiFromTroy, a prolific L.A. blogger, comments on a couple of Daily Bruin articles about gay athletes: Bruin Athletes stay locked in the Closet.
Gay student athletes at the University of California…
Lawsuit settles issue of copycat mansion
Apr 13, 2005 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports on an architectural dispute characteristic of the Westside: That Fascia's Familiar ....
The case of the copycat house has played out against the backdrop of the heated,…
Venice gearing up for 100th birthday
Apr 12, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Via The Venice Forum: Venice Centennial planners release list of Centennial events.
The 100th anniversary of Venice will be observed Monday, July 4th. Plans are in place for several events to…
Trammell Crow starts erection
Apr 11, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
We apologize for the double entendre, but the adolescent in us couldn't resist. Besides, it wasn't our choice of word. This is from a press release: 2000 Avenue of the…
LAist gets to the bottom of the name behind the Aero
Apr 11, 2005 · Santa Monica
The LAist reports: Who is Max Palevsky?.
As members of the excellent American Cinematheque, we couldn't help but notice that the film-screening nonprofit recently launched a second venue: the newly-restored Aero…
Emergency Preparedness Fair coming to West Los Angeles
Apr 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. City Emergency Preparedness Department will be hosting an event to help us prepare for all sorts of horrific disasters. So strap on your hard hat, bubble wrap the…
Give us some news
Apr 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
We're feeling a little lethargic this morning, and not finding any news that is motivating to post. Does anyone have any news you would like to pass on to us?…
Rosendahl leads money race
Apr 8, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Times reports: Westside Candidates Raise Election Funds.
Bill Rosendahl leads Flora Gil Krisiloff in fundraising for their runoff election for the Westside seat on the L.A. City Council.
Through April…
Environmentalists and little leaguers clash over fields of dreams
Apr 8, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The L.A. Times reports: Diamonds in the Rough.
Little Leaguers from Culver City and Los Angeles have cavorted on four ragtag fields on the edge of the Ballona Wetlands for 40…
Venice permit issue continues to make news
Apr 7, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Daily News covers the Venice boardwalk permit issue: Are rules taking the funkiness out of quirky Venice?.
... If Butler participated and won the new city lottery for space…
Residents express opposition to SMC airport plans
Apr 7, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Santa Monica Mirror reports: SMC'S Airport Campus Plans Come Under Fire.
Facilitators for the “visioning workshop†held last Tuesday by Santa Monica College (SMC) at Barker Hangar for its…
Hillside burglars feeling the heat
Apr 7, 2005 · Uncategorized
Below is the text of a bulletin being distributed by the LAPD. Thanks to Flora Gil Krisiloff for passing this along:
HILLSIDE RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES
West Los Angeles Hollywood
Due to the efforts of…
Ghost of past chief endorses Rosendahl
Apr 7, 2005 · Council District 11
We don't know what prompted this, but the pseudonymous Chief Parker on Mayor Sam's site has endorsed Bill Rosendahl and expressed a liking for Councilman Jack Weiss of the Westside's…
Westside mayoral candidate forum
Apr 6, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Westside Neighborhood Council is hosting a mayoral candidate forum in which the candidates will not be appearing. Instead, standing in for the candidates will be Council Members Jack Weiss…
Westside landmarks via Google Maps
Apr 6, 2005 · Uncategorized
See if you recognize these landmarks, thanks to Google Maps:
Makeover Planned for Valley Interchange
Apr 6, 2005 · Uncategorized
The 405/101 interchange is in the Valley, but what happens there will affect Westside traffic. The L.A. Times reports: Makeover Planned for Valley Interchange.
Caltrans officials on Tuesday unveiled plans for…
West L.A. from space
Apr 5, 2005 · Uncategorized
If you haven't tried this yet, you really should. Look up your address at Google Maps and switch to the satellite view.
Beverly Hills pawn shop busted for peddling stolen goods
Apr 5, 2005 · Beverly Hills
We thought this was interesting: More than $1 million stolen jewelry traced from L.A. to Florida.
Beverly Hills police said Monday they believe Los Angeles street gangs may have been involved…
Even expanded subway would lack ‘destination’
Apr 5, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Daily Bruin has a nice piece written by Daniel Miller on the dream of building a subway to the Westside: Even expanded subway would lack ‘destination’.
After the 1985 explosion…
Airport community group backs Rosendahl
Apr 4, 2005 · Council District 11
The endorsement of ARSAC is probably the most important endorsement a candidate opposed to LAX expansion can get:
Declaring him a champion of our neighborhoods, the leading organization fighting LAX expansion…
No Dogs On The El Segundo Beach
Apr 4, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
A blog has been launched opposing the designation of a dog beach at Dockweiler: No Dogs On The El Segundo Beach.
Freeplay.org is the pro-dog beach Web site.
Thanks to ElSegundo.net for…
Meet your friendly neighborhood cop
Apr 4, 2005 · Uncategorized
The West Los Angeles Division of LAPD is holding their semi-annual Senior Lead Officer Summit:
WLA
Dear Community Members:
You are cordially invited to attend the first Semi-Annual Senior Lead
Officer Summit Meeting…
Rosendahl expresses disregard for property rights
Apr 4, 2005 · Council District 11
In apparent disregard for the right of one to be secure in one's own property, Bill Rosendahl, candidate for City Council, has called for what effectively amounts to a seizure…
Terrorist hoaxer get 5 years
Apr 1, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Man Gets 5 Years in Terrorism Hoax.
A Tanzanian man who triggered a widespread public scare by falsely claiming that Al Qaeda terrorists were planning to bomb…
Someone's looking forward to the West L.A. farmers market
Apr 1, 2005 · Westwood
We don't know who Rachael is, but she will be doing a cooking demo at the West L.A. Farmers Market on Sunday: Fresh Approach Cooking.
Sunday, Sunday, SUNDAY! Yes, I know,…
Yaroslavsky Endorses Krisiloff
Apr 1, 2005 · Council District 11
Los Angeles County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky has thrown his support to : Flora Gil Krisiloff.
At a press conference marking the occasion, Yaroslavsky stated his reasons for backing Flora: “Flora Gil…
License plate scanner sought for LAPD
Mar 31, 2005 · Brentwood
Jay Handal, president of the West L.A. Chamber of Commerce, recently made a fund-raising pitch at the Brentwood Community Council for a device that automatically scans license plates and alerts…
State veterans' home in planning stages
Mar 31, 2005 · Brentwood
The following comes from the Brentwood Community Council:
At the March 15th Brentwood Community Council meeting, a team of federal and state officials presented plans for the 400-bed State Veterans Home…
West Los Angeles Consumer Advertising Cooperative
Mar 31, 2005 · Uncategorized
We would like to bring to your attention something that we believe is going to revolutionize local media and advertising. We think it's brilliant, but we have a high opinion…
Dog-friendly beach proposal advancing
Mar 31, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
ElSegundo.net has been following a proposal to make Dockweiler beach dog-friendly: Assembly panel approves first step for dog-friendly beach.
Many of the activists who are advancing this proposal are Venice-based.
We'd love…
Reddock makes it official: She's for Rosendahl
Mar 30, 2005 · Council District 11
The press release is here: Reddock endorses Rosendahl.
Former City Council candidate Angela Reddock today endorsed Bill Rosendahl as the "clear and best choice to protect our neighborhoods and represent the…
Moby to appear at W Hotel in Westwood
Mar 30, 2005 · Westwood
The LAist reports: Make Reservations to Check Out Moby's Hotel.
The W Hotel chain's "Adventures in Wonderland" is an ongoing series of music, films, and talks, and the next guest to…
Apple Pan photo
Mar 30, 2005 · Westwood
We found this pretty photo of the Apple Pan on Pico: Apple Pan on Flickr - Photo Sharing!.
Via LABlogs.
Reddock to back Rosendahl
Mar 30, 2005 · Council District 11
Bill Rosedahl's campaign is announcing that Angela Reddock will be endorsing him for City Council:
Angela Reddock, former candidate for the 11th District City Council seat, will formally endorse Bill Rosendahl…
Westside Today puts campaign claims and counter-claims under microscope
Mar 29, 2005 · Council District 11
Ask and ye shall receive. Westside Today/Brentwood News is running a two-part series analyzing the statements of the CD11 candidates Rosendahl and Krisiloff:
Jackie Raymond, a homeowner activist in Brentwood, had…
Any CD11 campaign news?
Mar 29, 2005 · Council District 11
We haven't heard much from the CD11 candidates since the primary. As a reminder, Bill Rosendahl and Flora Gil Krisiloff will be facing off on May 17th.
We are open to…
National media picks up Venice Beach permit story
Mar 28, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
ABC News reports: In bohemian zone of free spirits, can spaces be assigned?.
One man juggles chain saws while eating an apple. Another bellows with an echo effect at startled passersby.…
Study Rejects Merger of LAX Police, LAPD
Mar 25, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: Study Rejects Merger of LAX Police, LAPD.
A long-awaited study unequivocally recommended Thursday that the police force that patrols Los Angeles International Airport remain independent. But it…
Official apologizes for remark
Mar 25, 2005 · Westwood
LAVoice reports: Little Overland's Overlord - So Sorry Now.
The thoughtless LADOT official who suggested to Little Overland Avenue homeowners (who were angry about fast, heavy traffic whipping past their homes…
All aboard for the opening of yachting season
Mar 24, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Argonaut reports: Yacht clubs officially opened the start of 2005 yachting season.
Flags are raised, cannons boom and clubs are "commissioned" for the boating season, as the yacht clubs cling…
Remaining Lincoln Place tenants given eviction notice
Mar 24, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Santa Monica Mirror reports: Lincoln Place Tenants Receive Eviction Notices.
In a brief, informal statement sent via email to local media, AIMCO, owner of Lincoln Place Apartments, announced on Monday,…
New Homes Come Standard with Wi-Fi
Mar 24, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The funny thing about this story is that we can't tell who is publishing it; the web site is so full of ads, we can't tell the difference between the…
LAX, LAPD clash on security staffing needs at the airport
Mar 24, 2005 · Uncategorized
This story comes to us via the San Diego Union-Tribune: LAX, LAPD clash on security staffing needs at the airport.
The Los Angeles Police Department has spent $8.5 million stationing 22…
Official discounts residents' traffic concerns
Mar 23, 2005 · Westwood
LAVoice reports: LADOT to Overland Homeowners: DROP DEAD.
It's not a good thing when officials are dismissive of the concerns of people who are adversely affected by public projects.
Tonight Show going to the dogs CANCELLED
Mar 23, 2005 · Brentwood
Friends of Barrington Dog Park has sent out the following announcement:
EXTRA! EXTRA!
The TONIGHT SHOW with JAY LENO to visit BARRINGTON DOG PARK
Friday, March 25
and
Saturday, March 26
11am - 3pm
Mark your calendars!
A…
Cut a tree, go to jail
Mar 22, 2005 · Westwood
It's kind of a slow news day, so we are reaching back a few days for this story; The Westsider reports: Developer Faces Charges over Tree Damage.
Cracking down on developers…
We have a question for you
Mar 21, 2005 · Uncategorized
We operate under the general assumption that the people who regularly read West L.A. Online are figments of our rich imagination.
At the risk of inviting cold hard reality to invade…
LAFD media and public relations rocks
Mar 21, 2005 · Uncategorized
This is a little off our beat, but well worth noting -- at least to us news/media geeks. The LAFD public relations crew is testing podcasting to augment their current…
Greater Alarm Structure Fire in Venice
Mar 21, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
We love the Los Angeles Fire Department Media & Public Relations blog, and can't wait until the rest of city government gets on board with blogging. Here's their post on…
Persian new year celebrated in Westwood
Mar 21, 2005 · Westwood
Yesterday as we were running around doing errands, we noticed that Westwood Boulevard was closed for some sort of celebration. It turns out it was the Persian New Year.
The L.A.…
Jack Weiss takes point position for Villaraigosa in Jewish community
Mar 21, 2005 · Council District 5
ABC7 reports: Hahn Accused of Forging Endorsements.
Jewish leaders today accused Mayor Jim Hahn's campaign of falsely claiming they had endorsed him and providing forged documents to back up the claims.
Councilman…
Official says Jack Weiss violated campaign ethics rules
Mar 18, 2005 · Council District 5
The L.A Times reports: Ethics Chief Accuses L.A. Councilman of Violations.
The top ethics official in Los Angeles accused City Councilman Jack Weiss on Thursday of 40 violations of campaign reporting…
Breakfast on the Westside conjurs Mexican jail story
Mar 18, 2005 · Uncategorized
The blogosphere is reviving first person story telling that used to be done in letters: A New Way To Train.
So BT’s in W. LA has bomb breakfast burritos, but I…
Author to appear at The Writers Store
Mar 17, 2005 · Westwood
Pitching to Hollywood is a fine art in this town, and an author will be speaking on the subject at The Writers Store in Westwood: Author/Pitching Event at The Writers…
Westside congressman leads baseball steroid inquiry
Mar 17, 2005 · Uncategorized
The AP report on Congressman Henry Waxman's hearings on steroid use in baseball: Congress Opens Hearings on Steroid Use in Baseball.
Commissioner Bud Selig defended Major League Baseball's drug-testing policy against…
PCH lane closures impact entire West side
Mar 17, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Malibu Times reports: Traffic nightmare may last six weeks.
Frustrating delays on Pacific Coast Highway may be a fact of life for several more weeks, as a $2.5 million emergency…
Getting the 411 on the 310
Mar 16, 2005 · Uncategorized
Blogging.la has kicked off a discussion of the perenial issue of the number of numbers available in the 310 area code.
We got ours, so we don't care.
Lisa made to most…
The future of planning in Los Angeles
Mar 16, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Lookout has a very thoughtful column that captures the contortions and absurdities of land use planning in Santa Monica.
The fundamental problem is that the objectives of slow/no growth are…
A Big Bump in the Road for Businesses
Mar 15, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports on the Santa Monica Blvd reconfiguration: A Big Bump in the Road for Businesses.
Tonya Durrell, a city Department of Public Works staff member who is the…
LAVoice.org seeking more voices
Mar 14, 2005 · Uncategorized
We thought we'd pass this along: Bloggers Wanted at LAVoice.org.
Open firehouse
Mar 11, 2005 · Westwood
Rich Cahalan passed this along to us:
Station 92 on Pico Blvd. near Prosser will hold its Annual Open House Sunday, May 14th, 10am to 4 pm.
This is your opportunity…
Sometimes we crack ourselves up
Mar 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
This comment appears on a cost-of-housing discussion over at LAVoice.org:
When I was younger and poorer, I availed myself of the same opportunity that every young poor person has ...…
Westside rogues gallery
Mar 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
Here's a list of West Los Angeles Most Wanted.
We like looking at the pictures, setting aside the personal tragedies that are associated with these people and their actions.
Here's the LAPD…
City Begins the Restoration of 415 PCH
Mar 11, 2005 · Santa Monica
The Santa Monica Mirror reports: City Begins the Restoration of 415 PCH.
Residents met with City staff last Thursday to determine what will be covered in an Environmental Impact Report…
A part of the city, yet apart from it too
Mar 11, 2005 · Westwood
The L.A. Times has a nice write-up on Bel-Air: A part of the city, yet apart from it too.
Verdant Bel-Air is divided into two distinct parts. The strictly residential lower…
Brentwood resident behind AlertCommunity.com
Mar 10, 2005 · Uncategorized
We just got off the phone with the man behind AlertCommunity.com, and rest assured, he is not Big Brother. He is a Brentwood resident with some tech skills who wants…
Jerry's Deli packed with Rosendahl supporters on election night
Mar 10, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Weekly has a nice write-up on the scene at Jerry's Deli in Marina Del Rey on Tuesday night.
Rosendahl up close looks like an unstoppable campaigner. Tall, tanned and…
The Two shot to death during party on Ocean Park Blvd.
Mar 10, 2005 · Santa Monica
The Argonaut reports: Two shot to death during party on Ocean Park Blvd.
Two people were shot to death during a private party at a lodge in the 1600 block of…
Group works on revitalizing Village
Mar 10, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Group works on revitalizing Village.
Fourth-year civil engineering student Joseph Vardner led a group of UCLA administrators and Westwood business representatives Wednesday morning in discussing what could…
More on Beverly Hills resort vote
Mar 10, 2005 · Beverly Hills
The City News Service reports: Beverly Hills Voters Back Luxury Hotel.
A proposal to allow construction of a luxury hotel in Beverly Hills was approved Tuesday night, according to returns released…
Brentwood Community Council Highlights
Mar 10, 2005 · Brentwood
The following comes from an e-mail distributed by the Brentwood Community Council:BRENTWOOD COMMUNITY COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS
By Bette Harris
BCC MEETS MAYOR'S NEW WEST LOS ANGELES AREA DIRECTOR
Michael Bai, Mayor Hahn's new…
L.A. Council Runoff to Focus on Growth, Traffic and Housing
Mar 10, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Times reports on the CD11 runoff: L.A. Council Runoff to Focus on Growth, Traffic and Housing.
Is big brother watching?
Mar 9, 2005 · Uncategorized
Below is the text of an article that appeared in the West Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce newspaper, describing a web site called AlertCommunity.com.
We are a little creeped out by…
Smoking Permanently Banned at Two Beaches
Mar 9, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times reports: Smoking Permanently Banned at Two Beaches.
To cheers from anti-smoking activists, the county Board of Supervisors voted unanimously Tuesday to permanently ban smoking at two county-owned beaches.
The…
Beverly Hills Voters Back Luxury Hotel Project
Mar 9, 2005 · Beverly Hills
The L.A. Times reports: Beverly Hills Voters Back Luxury Hotel Project.
A controversial proposal to build a $200-million resort hotel in downtown Beverly Hills won solidly in Tuesday's city election.
Measure A,…
Jack Weiss easily re-elected
Mar 9, 2005 · Council District 5
Unfortunately, Jack Weiss' non-campaign campaign strategy was successful and he is re-elected with over 70% of the vote.
We will continue to challenge him not to rest on his laurels and…
Krisiloff and Rosendahl in May runoff
Mar 9, 2005 · Council District 11
Since no candidate garnered more than 50% of the vote, the top two vote-getters head into a runoff in May. Here's the breakdown this morning:
Flora Gil Krisiloff: 15,549 votes, 41.49%
Bill…
Giant Robot opens restaurant
Mar 8, 2005 · Uncategorized
Via LA.com: Giant Robot Empire Expands.
Giant Robot magazine creators Eric Nakamura and Martin Wong are taking over Sawtelle Boulevard. They just opened the restaurant gr/eats next door to their gallery…
Election Night Results
Mar 8, 2005 · Uncategorized
This is the place to go for election results : Election Night Results.
"Pack rat" conditions hinder firefighters in Play Del Rey home
Mar 8, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
LAFD News & Information: : Greater Alarm Structure Fire in Playa del Rey.
Entering the bedroom, Firefighters encountered extreme “pack rat†conditions with combustibles stacked from floor to ceiling throughout the…
Nutty professor at UCLA smokes crack with monkeys
Mar 7, 2005 · UCLA
The New York Times reports this tidbit coming out of the Robert Blake trial:
Earlier in the trial, a professor from the University of California, Los Angeles, testified as an…
Weiss prefers mudslinging to campaigning
Mar 7, 2005 · Council District 5
Below is the response of David Vahedi's campaign to a mailer sent out by Jack Weiss.
In the interest of balance, we would like to point you to Mr. Weiss' website,…
UCLA Hospital Mired in Delays
Mar 7, 2005 · UCLA
The L.A. Times reports: UCLA Hospital Mired in Delays.
If all had gone according to plan, construction would have finished five months ago on a gleaming new hospital at UCLA's Westwood…
Mack gets edified at LAVoice.org, and we all benefit
Mar 7, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
We want to point this out because it is an excellent example of civic discourse, blogger style.
It starts with Mack, publisher of LAVoice.org, writing about an ordinance that he sees…
Bill Rosendahl talks about the pros and cons of neighborhood councils
Mar 7, 2005 · Council District 11
Link: Bill Rosendahl talks about the pros and cons of neighborhood councils via The Venice Forum.
Neighborhood Councils in Los Angeles are a mixed bag. Some have worked remarkably well, giving…
Race for Council Seat Goes Negative
Mar 4, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Times reports on the CD11 race: Race for Council Seat Goes Negative.
We thought this quote was interesting:
Krisiloff said she has been frustrated that the candidates have had little…
An appreciation of Royce Hall
Mar 4, 2005 · UCLA
The L.A. Times has this nice piece on UCLA's Royce Hall: Archways to inspiration.
Royce Hall. Modeled after a church, named for a philosopher. You reach it via brick walkways and…
Westwood Village Farmers' Market seeks location for displaced vendors
Mar 3, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin reports: Moving the Market.
The recent closure of the Glendon Avenue portion of the Westwood Farmers' Market has forced manager Aaron Shapiro to look for alternative locations for…
Program to manage free speech on Venice Beach incites free hoots and hollers
Mar 3, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Argonaut reports: First Boardwalk lottery draws jeers, oppositions.
The first lottery drawing for a new City of Los Angeles Ocean Front Walk "public expression policy" drew jeers and opposition Saturday,…
Daily Bruin profiles Jack Weiss
Mar 3, 2005 · Council District 5
Link: Councilman Jack Weiss says UCLA a top priority for office - THE DAILY BRUIN ONLINE.
LA Weekly interviews Krisiloff
Mar 3, 2005 · Council District 11
Heres the transcript of the LA Weekly's interview with Flora Gil Krisloff.
Here is the LA Weekly's story on the anti-gay dust up. We think it's overwrought.
Mar Vista community garden sows serenity
Mar 3, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The L.A. Times has a story on community gardens, featuring Ocean View Farms in Mar Vista: Together from the ground up.
"You come here to forget all your problems and to…
Daily Breeze has two CD11 stories
Mar 3, 2005 · Council District 11
Growth a major issue for LAX-area council seat
2 candidates for Miscikowski's council seat trade hit mailers.
Palisadian-Post profiles Bill Rosendahl
Mar 3, 2005 · Council District 11
If you would like to get out of the muck and learn something about Bill Rosendahl, check out this profile at the Palisadian-Post.
Santa Monica Mirror blasts CD11 mudslinging
Mar 3, 2005 · Council District 11
If you can't ignore the negative campaigning in the CD11 race, the Santa Monica Mirror does its part in slapping down negativity.
It's getting like car wreck on the freeway --…
BoiFromTroy:Rosendahl for Los Angeles City Council
Mar 3, 2005 · Council District 11
It's no surprise that BoiFromTroy is endorsing Bill Rosendahl for City Council.
If your interested in some political muck, he touches on some anti-gay/pro-gay banter that's flying about.
Raku the voting dog sniffs CD11 candidates
Mar 3, 2005 · Council District 11
Raku must not be a bloodhound, because she was unable to sniff out enough of a difference between the CD11 candidates to make an endorsement.
However, as dogs are excellent…
Young council candidate aims high
Mar 3, 2005 · Council District 5
We have to admit we have been completely remiss when it comes to the third CD5 candidate on the ballot, Greg Martayan. In our defense, he hasn't exactly made himself…
LAPD putting loot on display
Mar 3, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Hillside Burglary Task Force is holding a viewing of stolen property they have recovered in the course of their investigation of recent burglaries in Bel-Air, Beverly Hills and the…
Besting Council Incumbents a Tough Task
Mar 3, 2005 · Council District 5
The L.A. Times has this story on races to unseat City Council incumbents, including our own CD5 race: Besting Council Incumbents a Tough Task.
We would like to see the L.A.…
Resort Plan a Hot Issue in Beverly Hills
Mar 3, 2005 · Beverly Hills
The L.A. Times reports: Resort Plan a Hot Issue in Beverly Hills.
It's getting nasty in them thar hills — Beverly Hills, that is — as voters wrestle over a proposal…
We're number one! We're number one!
Mar 2, 2005 · Uncategorized
We realize this is a total Internet geek thing, but when you do a Google search of "west los angeles news", look who comes up first! WE DO!
Google…
Marathon survival information
Mar 2, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
SoRo.org has everything you need to know about where the L.A. Marathon comes to the Westside.
Why Vahedi would be a better councilmember
Mar 2, 2005 · Council District 5
The quote below from the Daily Bruin profile of David Vahedi gets to the heart of why he is the better choice for City Council:
"When you are a city councilman…
Raku the voting dog opposes Villaraigosa
Mar 2, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Mayor Sam has this interesting tidbit of political news. Raku is a Venice-based dog who seems quite politically savvy, and doesn't care for Tony Villaraigosa for mayor.
We're dieing to know…
CD11 race getting ugly
Mar 1, 2005 · Council District 11
Lies, lies, it's all damn lies.
The candidates are starting to try to paint each other as dishonest with charges and counter-charges. Such is the state of politics.
We recommend that voters…
Protesters Call Lottery For Boardwalk Space 'Un-Venice'
Mar 1, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
NBC 4 reports:: Protesters Call Lottery For Boardwalk Space 'Un-Venice'.
Free speech advocates, artists, and performers protested Tuesday morning a plan they call "un-Venice." Images: Protesters Line Boardwalk
The groups claim the…
Daily Bruin profiles Vahedi
Mar 1, 2005 · Council District 5
The Daily Bruin profiles David Vahedi: Vahedi focuses on traffic, crime.
When voters in Los Angeles' 5th District go to the polls March 8, David Vahedi hopes they will choose him…
We endorse Rosendahl and Vahedi for City Council
Feb 28, 2005 · Council District 11, Council District 5
We have only one criterion by which we evaluate candidates for public office: The quality of their Internet communication.
We believe public officials who act in our name on our behalf…
CD11 mailer melee makes Daily News
Feb 28, 2005 · Council District 11
Here's Rick Orlov's take on Flora Gil Krisiloff's mailer:
Tensions are flaring over a new mailing by City Council candidate Flora Gil Krisiloff, which has her major opponent, former cable executive…
Appreciating our ridiculously appreciating homes
Feb 28, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Daily Breeze has a nice piece on what it's like to be on the sunny side of the housing market: Appreciating our ridiculously appreciating homes.
Like the late tuliplike dot-com…
Burglars Striking It Rich in Bel-Air
Feb 28, 2005 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports: Burglars Striking It Rich in Bel-Air.
For more than a year, burglars have been helping themselves to millions of dollars' worth of jewelry and cash from the…
Weiss feeling smug about re-election
Feb 27, 2005 · Council District 5
The L.A. Independent has picked up on our primary complaint about Jack Weiss [emphasis added].
Los Angeles City Councilman Jack Weiss, who chose not to launch a campaign Web site for…
LA Weekly profiles CD5 race
Feb 27, 2005 · Council District 5
The L.A. Weekly has an excellent profile of the 5th Council District race.
Jack Weiss, Villaraigosa’s City Council ally, must be hoping it was a one-time phenomenon, because he has drawn…
Vote naked with a friend
Feb 25, 2005 · Uncategorized
Link: City Outlines Primary Election Process.
Martinez reminded voters who wish to vote by mail to submit their applications to the City Clerk's Office by 5 p.m. on March 1. Applications…
Identity politics speaks Hebrew, too
Feb 25, 2005 · Council District 5
The Jewish Journal outs David Vahedi:.
Even before a youthful Yaroslavsky stormed aboard in 1975, it was long represented by Jews: Ed Edelman, who was preceded by Roz Wyman. These predecessors…
MTA opens the subway can of worms
Feb 25, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Daily News reports: MTA board members agree to reconsider subway bans.
Los Angeles County transit officials agreed Thursday to reconsider subway bans in Los Angeles after months of debate…
Overland residents continue traffic battle
Feb 25, 2005 · Uncategorized
Mack Reed at LAVoice.org has a terrific post on the struggle of Overland residents to keep traffic at livable levels on their street.
The problem is that Overland is one of…
Pricey homes get more pricey
Feb 24, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Business Journal reports: Luxury Home Prices in L.A. County Surge 28 Percent.
Luxury homes in Los Angeles County posted their largest-ever gains in appreciation last year, according to an…
L.A. Times profiles CD11 candidates
Feb 24, 2005 · Council District 11
Bill Rosendahl
Flora Gil Krisiloff
Angela Reddock
LAPD Command Officers Association backs Rosendahl
Feb 24, 2005 · Council District 11
From a Rosendahl press release:Citing his concern for public safety and his ability to get things done, the Los Angeles Police Department Command Officers Association today endorsed Bill Rosendahl in…
LA Weekly on the CD11 race
Feb 24, 2005 · Council District 11
The LA Weekly covers the CD11 race: Problems in Paradise.
Detectives Close In On Beverly Hills Burglary Ring
Feb 24, 2005 · Uncategorized
NBC 4 reports: Detectives Close In On Beverly Hills Burglary Ring.
Detectives from Los Angeles and Beverly Hills said Wednesday they are closer to breaking up the burglary rings that have…
Palisadian-Post profiles Krisiloff
Feb 24, 2005 · Council District 11
Link: Flora Krisiloff Runs on Her Record.
LA Weekly endorses Jack Weiss
Feb 24, 2005 · Council District 5
The LA Weekly has endorsed Jack Weiss for re-election:.
City Council District 5: Jack Weiss
Jack Weiss will not win a City Hall popularity contest. He has a penchant for rubbing people…
LA Weekly Endorses Flora Gil Krisiloff for City Council District 11
Feb 24, 2005 · Council District 11
Thanks to The Venice Forum for bringing this to our attention: LA Weekly Endorses Flora Gil Krisiloff for City Council District 11.
KCRW covers CD11 race
Feb 24, 2005 · Council District 11
Last night KCRW's Which Way L.A? was devoted to the District 11 race for City Council.
We haven't listened to it yet, but look forward to doing so.
Rosendahl picks up another endorsement
Feb 23, 2005 · Council District 11
We really would like to be more balanced in our coverage of the CD11 race, but Bill Rosendahl is the only candidate that keeps sending us announcements.
Since the editor of…
Santa Monica site of first occurance of cell phone virus in U.S.
Feb 23, 2005 · Santa Monica
Link: Mobile Phone Virus Found in United States.
Hypponen said Cabir was found on Monday in a technology gadgets store
in Santa Monica, California, when a passing techie spotted a telltale
sign on…
Extending the Day of Dialogue to the Westside
Feb 23, 2005 · Uncategorized
On the Los Angeles City Council, the Westside is represented by two council members: Jack Weiss and Cindy Miscikowski. They recently voted oppositely on Mayor Hahn's proposal to put a…
Daily Bruin covers big plans for Westwood Village
Feb 23, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin is running a series of stories on development in Westwood Village:
Proposed multiplex moving ahead
Student-led group boosts community discussions
Critics denounce Palazzo development
Day of dialogue
Feb 23, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Venice Forum is supporting and urging attendance of A Day of Dialogue on Saturday, February 26.
In support of the spirit of this Day of Dialogue, we would like to…
Chick's non-endorsement of Krisiloff
Feb 22, 2005 · Council District 11
It seems Jack Weiss is not the only City Council candidate having trouble keeping mailers on the up-and-up .
L.A. Observed reports that Flora Gil Krisiloff has sent out a mailer…
Pacific Palisades Democratic Club endorses Villaraigosa
Feb 22, 2005 · Brentwood
Link: Antonio Villaraigosa for Mayor 2005: Blog � Pacific Palisades Democratic Club endorses Antonio.
LAFD News & Information: Rainstorm Preparedness and Recovery
Feb 22, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Los Angeles Fire Department Media & Public Relations folks run a terrific blog where they post incident information, as well as helpful information for coping with disasters large and…
L.A. Daily News acknowledges CD5 race
Feb 22, 2005 · Council District 5
The L.A. Daily News has run a story on the race for City Council in the 5th District, and didn't treat it like a foregone conclusion: Two challengers aiming for…
Westside to Choose a New Face for City Council
Feb 22, 2005 · Council District 11
Here's the L.A. Times take on the CD11 race: Westside to Choose a New Face for City Council.
Miscikowski leaves lively council race
Feb 22, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Daily News covers the CD11 race.
Mother Nature puts on a show
Feb 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
Conrad Walton publishes ElSegundo.net, and last night he and his wife had the presense of mind to go out in the rain.
We’re watching the flashes, going “wow†and “Did you…
Palisadian-Post profiles Angela Reddock
Feb 18, 2005 · Council District 11
The Palisadian-Post has this profile of Angela Reddock, candidate for City Council.
CD 11 Race Called a Rematch Between Galanter and Miscikowski
Feb 18, 2005 · Council District 11
The Venice Forum has posted this story: CD 11 Race Called a Rematch Between Galanter and Miscikowski.
The Argonaut endorses Bill Rosendahl
Feb 17, 2005 · Council District 11
The Argonaut has endorsed Bill Rosendahl for City Council.
MTA Panel Rejects Bid to Add Subways
Feb 17, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: MTA Panel Rejects Bid to Add Subways.
An MTA committee rejected a motion Wednesday to study ways of getting subway construction in Los Angeles back on track,…
Westside Summit to Tackle Homelessness
Feb 17, 2005 · Uncategorized
The LookOut reports: Westside Summit to Tackle Homelessness.
When the Westside Council of Governments meets Thursday, representatives may approve a draft signaling the most formal agreement yet between area cities to…
Candidates make their case in Mar Vista
Feb 17, 2005 · Council District 11
The Argonaut covers the CD11 candidate forum held at Venice High School.
Saint John's begins demolition
Feb 17, 2005 · Santa Monica
The Argonaut reportsDemolition of the main wing of Saint John's Health Center in Santa Monica began Tuesday, February 15th..
The demolition process, which will take up to four months, is the…
CityBeat covers CD11 race
Feb 17, 2005 · Council District 11
Link: GRIDLOCK POLITICS - Los Angeles CityBeat.
Even with a mayoral primary just three weeks away, we don’t talk much about politics in Los Angeles. What we do talk about is…
Who is Gregory Zinone and what is he running for?
Feb 16, 2005 · Council District 5
According to the LAist, Gregory Zinone isrunning for City Council, but we can't figure out where he is running. His Web site says he lives in CD5, but he is…
Tech issues
Feb 16, 2005 · Uncategorized
We've been mucking around with DNS settings again, and as usual, we've made a bit of a mess of it.
You might notice the url http://westlaonline.com isn't working, but http://www.westlaonline.com is…
Candidates in lock step on Lincoln Place
Feb 16, 2005 · Council District 11
The Santa Monica Mirror reports: L.A. Council Candidates Pledge Support to Lincoln Place Tenants.
There's a whole lotta political ideology invested in Lincoln Place that has nothing to do with history…
Jack Weiss burning down the house
Feb 16, 2005 · Council District 5
This is just bizarre on many different levels. Here are two identical campaign mailers, the most recent belonging to Jack Weiss. Let's just set aside the whole plagiarism thing and…
David Vahedi: Government Ought to Move Like Broadband
Feb 16, 2005 · Council District 5
[The following is from David Vahedi, candidate for the 5th City Council District. This is written in response to our invitation to candidates to answer the question, "How will you,…
Not even your safe is safe
Feb 16, 2005 · Westwood
Below is the text of a crime alert being distributed by the LAPD.
COMMUNITY CRIME ALERT
HILLSIDE RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES
NORTH OF SUNSET BOULEVARD
WEST LOS ANGELES, BEL-AIR, BEVERLY HILLS, HOLLYWOOD
SUSPECT(S) FORCE ENTRY THROUGH REAR…
Stupid Newspaper Tricks
Feb 16, 2005 · Uncategorized
This is a little off our beat, but it strikes at the heart of what we are trying to do here at West L.A. Online.
In Tulsa, OK a blogger has…
Rumor mill starting to turn
Feb 15, 2005 · Council District 5
At the risk of sounding like a mutual admiration society, we nonetheless have to point you to Mayor Sam's post on "Other Races."
He teases with rumors that Jack Weiss…
Incumbent complacency plus media negligence makes bad governance
Feb 15, 2005 · Council District 5
As you know, we've been a little miffed that Jack Weiss hasn't bothered to ask for our vote with a re-election Web site. But is this standard behavior on the…
L.A. Times endorses Krisiloff
Feb 15, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Times has endorsed Flora Gil Krisiloff for the CD11 seat on the City Council.
It looks like she is ramping up her campaign online, as her Web site…
We like Bill
Feb 15, 2005 · Council District 11
In the interest of full disclosure, we must confess to a growing bias in favor of Bill Rosendahl for Council District 11.
Of all the candidates for office on the Westside,…
Riordan helps Rosendahl
Feb 15, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Times reports: Riordan Funds Mailer for Council Candidate.
State Education Secretary and former Los Angeles Mayor Richard Riordan has spent $24,900 on a mailer supporting Bill Rosendahl for the…
Weiss accused of plagiarism
Feb 12, 2005 · Council District 5
David Vahedi, candidate for City Council in CD5 has brought to our attention that a campaign mailer sent out by Jack Weiss lifts and attributes a quote to Weiss that…
Vahedi blasts Weiss for sales tax vote
Feb 11, 2005 · Council District 5
City Council candidate David Vahedi criticized Jack Weiss for his vote against a proposed sales tax increase to fund additional police.
“Jack Weiss has lost all credibility in the fight against…
Uni High buildings straddle fault
Feb 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
Via L.A. Observed:
Associated Press
LOS ANGELES - Six buildings of a high school will be removed after studies showed they were built above an earthquake fault, officials said Thursday.
Seismic studies conducted…
Lincoln Place site of gentrification battle
Feb 11, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Santa Monic Mirror reports: The Depopulation of Lincoln Place.
“Staying on,†says the colorful flier, “is not all it’s cracked up to be.â€
The leaflet is just one weapon in…
Jack Weiss opposes sales tax boost
Feb 10, 2005 · Council District 5
In an opinion piece, the L.A. Daily News called six City Council members brave for opposing the mayor in a bid to raise sales tax to pay for more police.
While…
FAA nixes community park plan
Feb 10, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The Argonaut reports that the FAA has rejected a community proposal for playing fields on airport land in Playa Del Rey.
Westwood Village restaurant flips coins for student business
Feb 10, 2005 · Westwood
The Daily Bruin profiles Mario Del Pero, owner of Skew's: Beyond Teriyaki and his novel approach to marketing: flip a coin for free food.
Santa Monica commercial real estate shuffled
Feb 10, 2005 · Santa Monica
LAVoice.org has noticed several corporate moves in Santa Monica.
OUT:
Atari
Toys 'R' Us
big mall
IN:
Yahoo!
mixed use development
Hotel Bel-Air reaches labor accord
Feb 10, 2005 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports: Smaller Hotels, Union Aligned.
The Hotel Bel-Air, Luxe Hotel Rodeo Drive, Sportsmen's Lodge and Radisson Wilshire Plaza have accepted the Unite Here union's demand for a 2006…
Bill Rosendahl, CD11 ONLINE: EMPOWERMENT THROUGH e-POWER
Feb 9, 2005 · Council District 11
The 11th District may be the most tech-savvy council district in the City of Los Angeles. Its residents deserve a councilperson who will maximize the power of the Internet not…
CD11 candidates to face off in forums
Feb 9, 2005 · Council District 11
The Santa Monica Mirror reports on two upcoming candidate forums.
Candidates, have your way with us
Feb 9, 2005 · Council District 11, Council District 5
We would like to invite all candidates for Council Districts 11 and 5 to post, uncensored, on West L.A. Online a statement addressing the following question:
How will you, as a…
Westside Dems back Villaraigosa
Feb 7, 2005 · Uncategorized
Via Mayor Sam, the West Los Angeles Democratic Club has endorsed Antonio Villaraigosa for mayor.
UCLA Healthcare in financial trouble
Feb 7, 2005 · UCLA
The L.A. Time reports:
The financial condition of UCLA Healthcare, the largest medical complex in the University of California system, is deteriorating rapidly, and it will soon eliminate about 400 full-time…
New voice online in Venice
Feb 7, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
There's a new Web site in town (at least new to us) calledThe Venice Forum that promises to be "a clearing house of information about all things Venice."
It looks like…
UCLA housing on the rise
Feb 4, 2005 · UCLA
The Daily Bruin reports on UCLA campus housing construction.
In addition to building more residence halls for undergraduates, UCLA Housing is in the process of constructing Weyburn Terrace in Westwood Village,…
It's OK to drink the water
Feb 4, 2005 · Westwood
LADWP Lifts Boil Water Advisory.
As of 8:50 a.m. today, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) and the State Department of Health Services have lifted the boil water…
Westside Wakes Up and Doesn't Smell the Coffee
Feb 4, 2005 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports: Westside Wakes Up and Doesn't Smell the Coffee.
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, which had detected a leak Wednesday in a main line of…
We want our violent crime back
Feb 3, 2005 · Council District 11
The Argonaut covers a candidate forurm held at Loyola on Monday.
Here are a couple of quotes we found ... thought provoking?
"It is my passion to preserve communities," Krisiloff said. "The…
LADWP calls for Westwood residents to boil drinking water
Feb 3, 2005 · Westwood
Link: LADWP: Water Quality Update.
Boil Water Order for Customers in Westside Communities
Failure to follow this advisory could result in stomach or intestinal illness.
Due to a leak in a major water…
Weiss calls for city to use open source software
Feb 2, 2005 · Council District 5
Found on blogging.la:
"Open source software offers an interesting opportunity to save public money," said Councilmember Jack Weiss, chair of the Information Technology and General Services committee. "The City should explore…
Candidate's former employer to peddle porn
Feb 2, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Times reports that Adelphia Cable is going to be offering hardcore porn to shore up its bottom line.
Bill Rosendahl, who is running for the CD11 seat on…
Daily News takes Miscikowski to task for budget stance
Feb 1, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Daily News has penned the following opinion of comments made by Councilwoman Cindy Miscikowski on the city's budget:
Los Angeles City Councilwoman Cindy Miscikowski seems to speak for most…
Where is Jack Weiss' campaign Web site?
Feb 1, 2005 · Council District 5
On March 8 we will be electing our city council representative for Council District 5, and we cannot locate the campaign Web site of one of the candidates, Jack Weiss.
Does…
Beached boats aren't floating away
Feb 1, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
It seems the story of boats washed up on the beach in Playa Del Rey is not just a storm story.
Boaters say their makeshift anchorage avoids escalating dock costs at…
CD11 candidates make their case
Jan 31, 2005 · Council District 11
Westside Today has statements from each of the CD11 candidates, making their pitch for votes.
Daily Bruin makes Iraq vote local story
Jan 31, 2005 · UCLA
The Daily Bruin has this story about UCLA students and local residents who voted in the Iraqi elections.
For Jenan, the voting on Sunday was not just a civic duty, but…
Beverly Hills reporter profiled
Jan 31, 2005 · Beverly Hills
Via LAObserved:.
Norma Zager, the editor-in-chief and sole reporter for the Beverly Hills Courier, is profiled by the Jewish Journal: "Big blonde hair and hot pink fingernails...she spent 14 years as…
What if a tree plots against another tree in the middle of a forest and nobody cares when the tree falls
Jan 29, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
LAVoice reports: City Departments Plotted to Paralyze the Venice Neighborhood Council.
Venice is a hotbed of local political activism, loaded with self-important, righteous, indignant, and partially employed conspiracy theorists --…
Seeking Jack Weiss campaign Web site
Jan 29, 2005 · Council District 5
We are unable to locate the campaign Web site of Jack Weiss for CD5. Any pointers would be greatly appreciated.
Animal rights group opposes Jack Weiss
Jan 29, 2005 · Council District 5
We found the following on the Web site of the Animal Defence League, a group that describes itself as "a militant, grassroots, animal rights organization with chapters throughout the U.S.…
David Vahedi for city council, CD5
Jan 29, 2005 · Council District 5
We received a terrific calendar in the mail today featuring vintage photos of West Los Angeles. It came to us compliments of David Vahedi, who is running for…
A different perspective
Jan 28, 2005 · UCLA
Somehow we stumbled upon the blog of an exchange student at UCLA called Hedwig at UCLA. Apparently Hedwig is Dutch, and she is chronicling her experience of "crazy American habits."…
Calling all West L.A. bloggers
Jan 28, 2005 · Uncategorized
We are adding a blog roll of Westside bloggers to West L.A. Online. It's at the bottom of the left column.
If you are, or know of any bloggers based in…
CD11 campaign funding reports
Jan 28, 2005 · Council District 11
The L.A. Times reports:.
In the 11th District, where Councilwoman Cindy Miscikowski is prevented by term limits from seeking reelection, candidates Flora Gil Krisiloff and Bill Rosendahl raised similar amounts.
Krisiloff, a…
Citizens group expresses opposition to LAPD-LAX police merger
Jan 28, 2005 · Council District 11
The Daily Breeze reports:.
Two weeks after a powerful airline organization expressed its opposition to merging the LAX and Los Angeles police departments, a local citizens group announced Thursday that it…
Neighborhood photos sought
Jan 28, 2005 · Uncategorized
A call has gone out from LABlogs.com seeking neighborhood photographs. Here are some photos of the Westside posted on L.A. Voice.
Mack Reed, the publisher of L.A. Voice, is a Westside…
Santa Monica Blvd. project way behind schedule
Jan 27, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
We found the following on the Tract 7260 Association Web site.
Santa Monica Boulevard Project Is a Year Over Schedule!
The Santa Monica Blvd. Transit Parkway Project is now expected to…
Which Way, L.A.? covers Santa Monica Place development proposal
Jan 26, 2005 · Santa Monica
As always, Warren Olney and his crew at KCRW did a terrific jobhelping us understand [audio] the issues at play with the proposed redevelopment of Santa Monica Place.
UCLA performance art gunplay story getting play in blogosphere
Jan 26, 2005 · UCLA
That story about two UCLA art professors resigning over the university's handling of a gun incident is getting around the blogosphere.
It seems the story confirms what right-wingers always thought about…
Ethics fines handed down
Jan 26, 2005 · Council District 5
The Daily News reports "the Los Angeles Ethics Commission on Tuesday fined three prominent developers a total of $177,000.".
Among the developers being fined was an official from Casden, the developer…
Yahoo makes big move to Santa Monica
Jan 26, 2005 · Santa Monica
The L.A Times reports that Yahoo is "leasing as much as 256,000 square feet in Santa Monica, deepening its ties to Hollywood".
Labor Group Won't Back Weiss' Reelection
Jan 26, 2005 · Council District 5
It seems Councilman Jack Weiss is out of favor with the county Federation of Labor.
Our first direct communication from a CD11 candidate
Jan 25, 2005 · Council District 11
We just received our first direct communication from a CD11 candidate, Bill Rosendahl. This is noteworthy because we expect more from all our candidates.
Flora Gil Krisiloff's e-mail list is…
Mayor for sale
Jan 25, 2005 · Uncategorized
This is a little off our beat, but we couldn't resist when we saw it.
Over on Mayor Sam's site we came across this Google ad:Mayor SaleNew & Used MayorCheck out…
UCLA begins search to replace art professors
Jan 25, 2005 · UCLA
After what appears to have been a bizarre performance art ... performance ... featuring gunplay, two UCLA art professors resigned in protest of the university's handling of the incident.
The Daily…
Hahn's Drive to Raise Sales Tax in Trouble
Jan 25, 2005 · Council District 5
The L.A. Times reports that Councilman Jack Weiss is opposed the the mayor's sales tax proposal to fund more police.
Councilmen Jack Weiss, Bernard C. Parks, Greig Smith, Dennis Zine and…
El Segundo.Net: Newspapers Open Your Archives
Jan 25, 2005 · Uncategorized
ElSegundo.net is a news digest-type blog similar to West L.A. Online, and they've issued a challenge to the Daily Breeze to open their archives online.
Shuttering news stories in an archive,…
LAist: Grooving at the Fowler
Jan 25, 2005 · Westwood
The LAist has a rundown of what's the haps at the Fowler Museum.
West L.A. Online supports Mayor Sam's Sister City
Jan 25, 2005 · Uncategorized
We have placed an ad on Mayor Sam's Sister City - Home of Los Angeles Politics, and Mayor Sam was kind enough to point it out to his readers.
We can…
Low-Cost Housing Threatened by Gentrification
Jan 24, 2005 · Culver City
The L.A. Times reports on Culver City's desire to redevelop a couple of mobile home parks.
CD11 race breaks on north-south differences
Jan 24, 2005 · Council District 11
The Daily Breeze reports on how the CD11 race is shaping up.
Video shows details of Taser incident at LAX
Jan 21, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Daily Breeze reports: Video shows details of Taser incident at LAX.
Abandoned damaged boats litter beach at Dockweiler
Jan 21, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Daily Breeze reports: Abandoned damaged boats litter beach at Dockweiler.
More than a dozen boats have crashed ashore near Marina del Rey in recent months after their owners chose to…
Westwood demonstration: A good time was had by all
Jan 21, 2005 · Westwood
Here's a photo album taken at last night's counter-inauguration demonstration in Westwood.
Our understanding is that the event was orderly and well attended (about 2,000 according to a T.V. news broadcast).
The…
Westside developer's ethics problem increases
Jan 21, 2005 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports: Penalties Grow in L.A. Ethics Probe [registration required].
Beverly Hills cancer story reaches Connecticut
Jan 20, 2005 · Beverly Hills
Here's a tidbit from The Newtown Bee of Newtown, CT:Diagnosis Links A Local Woman To A Beverly Hills Cancer Cluster.
CityBEAT covers LAX modernization plan
Jan 20, 2005 · Uncategorized
CityBEAT has a story on the Hahn's plan for LAX:Off the Ground.
Line Drawn in Sand Over Dunes Project
Jan 20, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester
The L.A. Times has an excellent story about proposed development in Play Del Rey.
When it comes to scandals, UCLA has a doozie
Jan 20, 2005 · UCLA
Of all the things that can be misappropriated, who would have thought a cadaver would be on the list?
The L.A. Times reports on the University of California's efforts to deal…
Kuehl pitches universal healthcare to be provided by state
Jan 20, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Daily News reports that State Senator Sheila Kuehl would like the state to provide our healthcare.
On its face, this strikes us as ill-advised. But we will withhold judgement…
Remembering Sgt. Shea
Jan 20, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
Via L.A. Observed: Remembering Sgt. Shea.
If you don't yet see the benefits of community-based policing in an under-policed city like L.A., consider two letters I came upon today in The…
LAX Expansion Stakeholder Group Meeting
Jan 20, 2005 · Council District 11
Being the public servant that he is, Mayor Sam passes on the following: LAX Expansion Stakeholder Group Meeting.
Voters to decide if LAPD/LAX police merger can proceed
Jan 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
Apparently the city charter declares that LAX police have to be an independent agency. In order for a merger of LAPD/LAX police to proceed, the charter has to be amended,…
PHOTO L.A. 2005
Jan 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
This looks like fun at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium: The 14th international
los angeles photographic art exposition.
Photo l.a. 2005 features the finest photographic art, from the earliest 19th Century photographic…
Eric Garcetti Endorses Rosendahl
Jan 19, 2005 · Council District 11
Santa Monica Mirror reports that Councilman Eric Garcetti endorses Bill Rosendahl for city council in the 11th district.
Miscikowski supports Hahn sales tax for police
Jan 19, 2005 · Council District 11
The Daily Breeze reports: Council weighs poll backing Los Angeles law enforcement sales tax initiative.
While Padilla withdrew his effort to put a general tax on the May ballot, Councilwoman Cindy…
Council District 11 candidate forums
Jan 19, 2005 · Council District 11
There are two forums scheduled that the city council candidates for CD11 will be attending:
Wednesday, January 26
Saint Andrew's Lutheran Church
11555 National Boulevard
7 to 9:30 p.m
Tuesday, February 1
Rustic Canyon Recreation Center…
Westside crime wave hysteria reaches U.K.
Jan 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
Here's a story from The Independent, a British newspaper, that leads one to believe we are shuttered in our homes, fearfully trying to fend off hordes of criminal gangs.
An area…
Counter-inaugural demonstration in Westwood
Jan 19, 2005 · Westwood
There are going to becounter-inaugural demonstrations at the Federal Building in Westwood on Thursday.
We put demonstrations in the same category as all public meetings -- extremely over-rated as a means…
Distraction thieves targeting the elderly
Jan 19, 2005 · Uncategorized
The following information is be distibuted by the LAPD:
DISTRACTION THIEVES TARGETING THE ELDERLY
Teams of distraction thieves have recently been very active in the area. These teams of men and women…
Veterans Park Conservancy -- Unveiling Of A Landmark Gateway Plaza
Jan 18, 2005 · Westwood
We must admit woeful ignorance of what is going on in West Los Angeles. However, thanks to wonderful tools like Google Alert, we are learning.
Case in point, we have come…
Two Years After Crackdown, Feeding Program Problems Persist
Jan 18, 2005 · Santa Monica
The LookOut has this story on Santa Monica's attempt to bring order to feeding the homeless: Two Years After Crackdown, Feeding Program Problems Persist.
Congratulations to WNC on their Web site
Jan 18, 2005 · Council District 5
We would like to congratulate the Westside Neighborhood Council on their Web site. It is a vast improvement over the previous, templated, nightmare of a Web site.
We would like to…
Westside Neighborhood Council initiating traffic study
Jan 18, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park, Westwood
The Westside Neighborhood Council (WNC) is seeking community participation in a traffic study.
Below is the text of an e-mail sent out by Rich Cahalan, a member of the WNC. The…
Federal Building construction outreach
Jan 18, 2005 · Westwood
Below is the text of an e-mail that is circulating on the subject of the constuction of a new FBI headquarters at the Federal Building.
We need to do some research…
NPR : Soldiers' Crosses on a Santa Monica Beach
Jan 17, 2005 · Santa Monica
Link: NPR : Soldiers' Crosses on a Santa Monica Beach.
Each Sunday on a beach in Santa Monica, Calif., hundreds of crosses are erected in neat rows of 50 or 60.…
FAA study supports Mayor Hahn's LAX plan
Jan 17, 2005 · Council District 11
The Daily Breeze reports: FAA study supports Mayor Hahn's LAX plan.
If anyone can find the FAA study online, please let us know.
Transit funds diversion threatens Westside projects
Jan 17, 2005 · Uncategorized
Governor Schwarzenegger's proposal to divert Prop 42 funds may delay several projects that promise to improve traffic in West L.A:
-- Improving northbound and southbound connectors between the 405 and 101…
Palisades Hillside Gives Way, 2 Homes Red Tagged
Jan 17, 2005 · Brentwood
From ABC7: abc7.com: Hillside Gives Way, 2 Homes Red Tagged.
Marina del Rey postal center slated for closure
Jan 17, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Daily Breeze reports: Marina del Rey postal center slated for closure.
Colecrest Drive Collapses Due to Rain
Jan 16, 2005 · Uncategorized
Via the Canyon New:Colecrest Drive Collapses Due to Rain.
Making a techie mess
Jan 14, 2005 · Uncategorized
There are times when we are operating on the edge of our technical competence, and occaisionally we step over the line into incompetence.
We've been mucking around with DNS settings,…
Money Can't Buy Happiness, Security Either
Jan 14, 2005 · Uncategorized
We're picking up this story [registration required] because West Los Angeles is widely percieved as being the home of mostly rich people.
The rich have a better-than-even chance of being unhappy,…
Santa Monica Place development proposal delayed
Jan 13, 2005 · Santa Monica
Santa Monica Place is that mall at the south end of the Third Street Promenade, and the owners of it want to tear it down and put up a couple…
Hotel Bel Air restaurant to get makeover
Jan 13, 2005 · Westwood
The Los Angeles Business Journal reports that the Hotel Bel Air Restaurant is getting some work done.
Coastal district candidate calls for 4 light-rail projects
Jan 13, 2005 · Council District 11
Here is the Daily Breeze's report on Bill Rosendahl's transportation plan: Coastal district candidate calls for 4 light-rail projects.
Cautionary tale: Mind your neighbors
Jan 13, 2005 · Brentwood
The Palisadian-Post has a well-written story of a court battle between neighbors in Rustic Canyon.
Apparently one resident managed to get the city to go along with the construction of an…
Miscikowski Backs Krisiloff in Council Race
Jan 13, 2005 · Council District 11
Link: Miscikowski Backs Krisiloff in Council Race [registration required].
Miscikowski credited Krisiloff's expertise in land-use planning and development as the main reason for her decision.
"You are sometimes getting more project applications…
Canyon Commute Is Uphill Fight
Jan 13, 2005 · Uncategorized
Link: Canyon Commute Is Uphill Fight. [registration required]
City crews were trying to open Coldwater Canyon Drive and Laurel Canyon Boulevard by today's morning commute, though they would do so only…
All CD11 candidates located on the Web
Jan 13, 2005 · Council District 11
The third and final CD11 candidate, Flora Gil Krisiloff, is nowpresent and accounted for on the Web.
The site very thoroughly introduces us to Ms. Krisiloff. Unfortunately, we can't bring you…
Rosendahl makes bold traffic proposals
Jan 12, 2005 · Council District 11
An L.A. blogger with the moniker "BoiFromTroy" has Bill Rosendahl's plan for traffic congestion on the West side.
Cute nom de plume aside, BoiFromTroy adds some thoughtful commentary. We agree that…
Second CD11 candidate surfaces on Web
Jan 12, 2005 · Council District 11
The Web site for the second of three candidates for Council District 11 has been found: Elect Angela Reddock.
The site is light on content, but her bio appears to have…
Villaraigosa campaign steps up with a blog
Jan 12, 2005 · Uncategorized
Mayoral candidate Antonio Villaraigosa has launched a blog.
He leads with a plan to hire 300 police offers -- today? We'll forgive this rhetorical flourish. Here's his plan.
Note to Antonio: When…
Mayoral debate hosted in West L.A.
Jan 12, 2005 · Uncategorized
Link: L.A. Daily News - News.
A second debate is scheduled for Thursday at Temple Beth Am in West Los Angeles -- a debate which Hahn is expected to attend.
Lesson for all politicians and officials
Jan 12, 2005 · Uncategorized
For an example of excellent communication on the part of a politician, see Bob Hertzberg's blog.
Compiling a comprehensive list of links is just one of the many things that can…
Storms take toll on city budget
Jan 12, 2005 · Uncategorized
NBC 4 - News reports: Storms Take Toll On County's Infrastructure.
City Engineer Gary Moore said mudslides have already caused problems in Montecito Heights, the Asilomar area in Pacific Palisades and…
Dog park group seeks donations for animal tsunami victims
Jan 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
Friends of Barrington Dog Park (FOBDP) has posted information for making donations to help non-human species that were victims of the Southeast Asian tsunami.
FOBDP is a community organization that supports…
Mayor Sam's take on LAX/LAPD
Jan 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
Link: A House Divided (or United) Cannot Stand.
We expect politicians and public officials to communicate well
Jan 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
Our number one criterion (and perhaps our only criterion) for evaluating politicians and public officials is the quality of their communication online. We believe there is no excuse for poor…
First of three CD11 candidate Web sites
Jan 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
Thanks to the quick response of a reader, we have locatedBill Rosendahl's Web site.
After perusing his site, we find that he is against gridlock, overdevelopment, LAX expansion, and for safe…
LAPD-LAX police merger advances
Jan 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
The Daily Breeze reports: LAPD-LAX police merger advances.
Oversized retaining walls banned
Jan 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
Link: NapaNews.com | Oversized walls banned in Los Angeles.
Where are CD11 candidates on the Web?
Jan 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
We can't find Web sites for the three candidates for Council District 11.
Is it just us? Little help.
Krisiloff and Rosendahl lead money race
Jan 11, 2005 · Uncategorized
The L.A. Times reports: [registration required]
In the 11th Council District race, the only council contest without an incumbent on the ballot, two of the three candidates reported reaching the maximum…
Century Park East renovation
Jan 10, 2005 · Century City/Cheviot Hills/Rancho Park
File this one under "Better Late Than Never." Here's a tidbit of news found at PreserveLA.com.
Weiss endorses Villaraigosa
Jan 10, 2005 · Uncategorized
This may be old news: Councilman Jack Weiss is backing Villaraigosa for mayor [registration required].
Councilman Jack Weiss and Doug Boxer, a former assistant deputy mayor who is the son of…
LAFD: Storm Related Street Closures
Jan 10, 2005 · Uncategorized
Link: LAFD News & Information: Storm Related Street Closures.
The major canyon routes between the Westside and the Valley are closed. Plan on long delays if you have to be…
Santa Monica councilman seeks solution to homeless beyond city limits
Jan 9, 2005 · Santa Monica
The LookOut has a nice piece on newly elected Santa Monica City Councilman Bobby Shriver (yes, he's one of THE Shrivers).
Shriver is interested in coordinating with government agencies outside…
Sandbags and street repair
Jan 9, 2005 · Uncategorized
Here's a list of locations where you can get sandbags.
Recent storms have also opened up a lot of potholes in the streets. Potholes can be reported to the Bureau…
Jack Weiss singled out by strip club lawyer
Jan 9, 2005 · Uncategorized
More from the Daily Breeze on the inattentive City Council.
It seems strip clubs and their representatives just can't get no respect.
Westwood developer receives ethics fine
Jan 7, 2005 · Westwood
The L.A. Times reports[registration required] that the builder of Palazzo Westwood has been fined for ethics violations.
... builder Alan Casden's firm and one of its vice presidents agreed to pay…
Are we terrorized?
Jan 7, 2005 · Westwood
This story is making some rounds:.
GLAMOROUS parts of L.A. and its suburbs, including Bel Air, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades and much of Beverly Hills, are under siege by gangs of burglars…
Everything you ever wanted to know about Hookahs
Jan 6, 2005 · Westwood
This came up because Westwood is mentioned: Everything you ever wanted to know about Hookahs.
Westwood is home to a huge Iranian community, which becomes very apparent to anyone driving down…
LAist: Aero Theatre Re-Launched
Jan 6, 2005 · Santa Monica
The LAis reports that the Aero Theatre on Montana in Santa Monica is reopening after getting a makeover.
The Argonaut: Top Stories
Jan 6, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Argonaut has posted its second instalment of 2004 news stories..
Palisades Gas Station a Step Closer to Monument Status
Jan 6, 2005 · Brentwood
L.A. Times reports that the gas station on Entrada is getting status as a city monument. [registration required].
L.A. Observed: New meets old in Westwood
Jan 6, 2005 · Westwood
L.A. Observed makes an observation about a historic building in Westwood Village.
Plumber electrocuted in Mar Vista
Jan 5, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
LAFD is reporting the apparent electrocution of a plumber working at a Mar Vista home.
Firefighters crawled through muddy recesses no taller than eighteen inches to gain access to the man,…
Small boat owners feeling left out
Jan 5, 2005 · Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Argonaut is running a story that indicates small boat owners are unhappy with development in Marina Del Rey.
It's hard to tell from the story how many people are unhappy.…
Reward posted for store owner's murder
Jan 5, 2005 · Uncategorized
The following is a press release from Councilman Jack Weiss.
COUNCIL APPROVES WEISS’ REWARD FOR
INFORMATION IN MURDER OF JAE YANG
LOS ANGELES – Los Angeles City Councilmember Jack Weiss today received
City Council…
Old, and rude, habits die hard for L.A. City Council
Jan 5, 2005 · Uncategorized
From the Daily Breeze on whether or not the L.A. City Council pays attention to the public: Old, and rude, habits die hard for L.A. City Council.
Councilman Jack Weiss, who…
At the Hammer
Jan 5, 2005 · Westwood
Via the LAist:
At the Hammer Museum show up at 7:00 PM to see In the Realms of the Unreal, filmmaker Jessica Yu's 2004 documentary on outsider artists Henry Darger. The…
Man pleads guilty to mall threat
Jan 4, 2005 · Westwood
A Tanzanian man living in Canada pleaded guilty to making a terrorist threat to a mall near the Federal Building in Westwood last April.
Apparently it was a hoax to get…
El Segundo files suit over L.A. mayor's LAX project
Jan 4, 2005 · Uncategorized
The overhaul of LAX is a huge issue with mind-numbing minutiae and implications. Unfortunately, it's mostly in the hands of politicians and lawyers to reach some kind of agreement on…
The Argonaut: Top Stories
Jan 4, 2005 · Playa Vista/Westchester, Venice/Mar Vista/Marina Del Rey
The Argonaut is running a comprehensive summary of the top stories of 2004.