WEST HOLLYWOOD—On June 1, the LASD West Hollywood Station announced road closures in West Hollywood this Pride weekend, running from Thursday, June 4, to Monday, June 8.

North San Vicente Boulevard will be closed between Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue starting Thursday at 10 p.m. At noon on Friday, June 5, Santa Monica Boulevard will be closed between Doheny Drive and La Cienega Boulevard, and North Robertson Boulevard will also be closed between Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue. At the same time, North San Vicente Boulevard will be closed between Cynthia Street and Santa Monica Boulevard.

The Pride Parade will occur on June 7 with road closures from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. During the parade, Santa Monica Boulevard will be closed from Doheny Drive to Fairfax Avenue, and the side streets will also be closed. This closure will extend an additional block in both directions, north and south.

As part of these closures, several public parking facilities will be closed starting June 4 including the Library Garage, the Crescent Heights Lot, the Plummer Park South Lot, the Aquatic and Recreation Center Garage, the Five-Story Parking Structure, the Robertson Lot, and the Plummer Park South Lot.

West Hollywood’s Pride Ride shuttle will operate on Santa Monica Boulevard from La Brea Avenue to Kings Road between 5 p.m. and 3 a.m. Friday through Sunday. Between 5 p.m. and midnight, some shuttles will run to the Wilshire & La Cienega Metro D-Line Station in Beverly Hills, picking up and dropping off passengers at Huntley Drive and Melrose Ave.

The West Hollywood Sheriff Station asks all residents to use alternate routes when traveling and, if attending the Pride Weekend.

By Daniel Diquinzio

BEVERLY HILLS—The city of Beverly Hills announced that the Beverly Hills Fire Department is hosting a CPR Program for a free hands-on community CPR training event and learn lifesaving skills that could help save a life.

The event will be held at the corner of Dayton and Rodeo Drive on Wednesday, June 3 and will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. All is welcome to attend and participate, where they will learn:

-Hands-on CPR education
-Community safety awareness
-Free and open to the public

The agenda in CPR classes covers CPR, Automated External Defibrillation (AED), and choking. The e-card certification is valid for two years. At the end of 22 months, you will receive an automatic reminder to renew your CPR certification. All CPR classes are taught in accordance with the guidelines set forth from the American Heart Association. Classes are held for the community, police, fire, school, and anyone who wishes or needs CPR certification.

Bring a friend and help make our community safer, one skill at a time. For more information, visit www.beverlyhills.org/cpr.

By Danny Jones

WEST HOLLYWOOD—On Monday, June 1, the city of West Hollywood announced it is asking for the community’s feedback to attend an upcoming community workshop on Wednesday, June 3; Saturday, June 6; and Wednesday, June 10 – about bus speed improvements proposed for three Westside corridors, including N. La Cienega Boulevard in West Hollywood and neighboring cities.

The city is working with other Westside Cities Council of Governments (WSCCOG) to plan for bus speed and reliability improvements ahead of the LA28 Olympics. Stakeholders can help plan for bus infrastructure on the Westside by attending an upcoming WSCCOG community workshop or filling out the online survey to help shape early design concepts and ensure the project reflects community needs. The WSCCOG is leading the Westside Bus Connection project, a “quick-build” initiative aimed at enhancing the bus rider experience along three of the Westside’s busiest and most important corridors.

These corridors are some of the busiest in the area, and improvements can provide long-term benefits for riders while preparing the Westside for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The designs may include:

-Dedicated and/or peak hour bus lanes
-Transit signal upgrades
-Curb and striping changes
-Pedestrian and cyclist safety improvements
-Bus pad improvements at select bus stops
-Parking and travel lane changes

There will be three upcoming community workshops to weigh in on design options under consideration for N. La Cienega Boulevard in West Hollywood as well as portions of Santa Monica Boulevard (West of Beverly Hills) and Sepulveda Boulevard in Culver City and West Los Angeles:

Westside Bus Connection Workshop #3
Wednesday, June 3, 2026 – 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

La Cienega Community Center
8400 Gregory Way, Beverly Hills

Westside Bus Connection Workshop #4
Saturday, June 6, 2026 – 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

West LA Civic Center
1645 Corinth Avenue #101, Los Angeles

Westside Bus Connection Workshop #5 (Virtual)
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 – 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

The community workshops follow previous meetings held in West Hollywood and Culver City in March 2026. Those unable to attend one of the workshops are asked to fill out the Westside Bus Connection Program survey. Community feedback will help inform design concepts and guide improvements that aim to make travel faster, safer, and more reliable.

To stay updated about the Westside Bus Connection Project and learn more about the project, visit bit.ly/WestsideBusConnection, sign up for updates by visiting bit.ly/WestsideBusSignUp, or reach out to the WSCCOG team at westsidebusconnection@estolanoadvisors.com.

For additional details about West Hollywood’s efforts regarding the Westside Bus Connection project follow the City’s Engage WeHo page at www.engage.weho.org/westside-bus-connection.

By Danny Jones

SANTA MONICA—On Monday, June 1, the city of Santa Monica announced the city Council voted on May 26 to authorize the city manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the California Coastal Commission to complete the city’s Local Coastal Program, or LCP. The LCP consists of a Land Use Plan, which contains policies, and an Implementation Plan, which is a zoning ordinance for the coastal zone.

Building on years of collaborative work and community outreach related to a draft Coastal Land Use Plan in 2018, this new Memorandum of Understanding, or MOU, establishes a collaborative framework between the city and the Coastal Commission. The goal is to improve coordination, establish clear communication protocols, and identify opportunities to support a more predictable and efficient path toward certification of the city’s first comprehensive LCP.

Once certified, the LCP will give the city greater approval authority over projects such as temporary events, commercial tenant improvements and adaptive reuse, outdoor dining, residential development, and transportation improvements in the city’s Coastal Zone, while maintaining protections for coastal resources and public access consistent with the California Coastal Act.

The proposed MOU is non-binding and does not diminish or alter the decision-making authority or discretion of either the city or the Coastal Commission under existing law. It formalizes a cooperative working relationship intended to support a more predictable and efficient path toward certification of the City’s first comprehensive certified LCP.

The city’s Coastal Zone incorporates much of Downtown Santa Monica, including Third Street Promenade.

“Santa Monica’s economic recovery depends on our ability to move quickly and remove barriers for residents, small businesses, and the projects that bring jobs and investment to our city,” said Mayor Caroline Torosis. “By committing to work directly with the California Coastal Commission to complete our Local Coastal Program, we are building a faster, clearer path for projects in our coastal zone. That means less delay, less uncertainty, and more local decision-making power. This is exactly the kind of structural change that accelerates recovery, and I look forward to working with the commission to get it done.”

The city is set to start this new process with the Coastal Commission in July 2026, with the goal of certifying a final LCP by the end of 2027. There is no immediate financial impact or budget action necessary as a result of these recommendations. Staff will return to the City Council if specific budget actions are required in the future.

By Danny Jones

MALIBU—At 6:32 p.m. on May 29, the city of Malibu announced that Westward Beach Road will be closed at Point Dume Beach from June 1 to June 5.

The closure will occur between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. to allow workers from the Los Angeles County Public Works to repair damage to the road and install a new storm drain.

While the roadwork is underway, the parking lot to the beach will not be open to the public. The road beyond the gate on Birdview Avenue at Point Dume Beach will not be open to drivers or pedestrians during this time.

By Daniel Diquinzio

SANTA MONICA—On Friday, May 29, the Santa Monica Police Department responded to a possible Mountain Lion Sighting near 14th and Montana in a residential area. Out of an abundance of caution, officers are in the area assessing the report and working with appropriate wildlife resources.

Residents in the area were asked to remain indoors, keep pets inside, and avoid approaching or attempting to photograph the animal if it is seen. Additional information will be shared as it becomes available.

At 11:30 a.m. personnel with the SMPD were in the area and maintained a safe perimeter while coordinating with appropriate wildlife personnel near Euclid and Carlyle. No injuries have been reported. By 5:30 p.m., there has been no significant change in the situation at this time.

California Department of Fish and Wildlife is the lead agency for the wildlife response. The mountain lion reported in a Santa Monica residential area has been safely tranquilized by a biologist with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

California Fish and Wildlife Law Enforcement supported the tranquilization and transportation of the animal. The mountain lion will be evaluated and safely relocated in coordination with wildlife experts, including the National Park Service’s Santa Monica Mountains study area team.

By Danny Jones

BEVERLY HILLS—On May 27, the Beverly Hills Fire Department and the volunteer group, Just in Case BH, is ensuring the community is aware of their geographic zone they are part of in case of an emergency.

The city of Beverly Hills has been divided into nine zones that cover every neighborhood and are used by emergency services to communicate evacuation orders, traffic control points, and information during an emergency.

Previously, these areas had been identified as Zone 1 through Zone 9. Within the past several months, the city enhanced its software and renamed its zones to align with the State of California and surrounding agencies. Zone 1 will now be known as BHL 101, Zone 2 is BHL 201 and so forth.

To see the map of each area and name, visit www.beverlyhills.org/justincasebh. One of the major aspects of Just in Case BH is the division of the city into geographic zones, aligning with the State of California and the Genasys Protect nomenclature. Each zone is designed to support itself during times of emergency or disaster.

“Preparedness is a shared responsibility,” said Beverly Hills Fire Chief Greg Barton. “It’s important our residents know what zone they are part of that may be referenced during an evacuation order or emergency. We hope that everyone takes this time to re-educate themselves, their family and loved ones so we can all stay safe.

By Danny Jones

SANTA MONICA—The city of Santa Monica announced that it is in need of volunteers for the upcoming Repair Cafe on Sunday, June 7.

The Westside Repair Café is coming to the Thelma Terry Building in Virginia Avenue Park. Repair stations include repairing:

-clothing
-electronics
-small appliances, and more.

The Repair Café is still looking for additional volunteers to help with the event. They are accepting volunteers for repair stations at all skill levels and non-repair volunteers.

Individuals can go to the Santa Monica event page and filter for “Recycling/Compost” events to find the Repair Café for a volunteer link or email westsiderepaircafe@gmail.com for more details.

The public is being asked to stay tuned for another post closer to the event with a list of all the repair stations and how to attend.

By Danny Jones

HOLLYWOOD HILLS—The Los Angeles Fire Department had to rescue two people after an overturned vehicle on Saturday, May 30.

The incident was reported at 1:11 p.m. at 1041 N. Orange Drive. Firefighters had to extricate two patients from an overturned vehicle.

Both patients, 72-year-old females, were transported to local hospitals listed in fair condition. There were no injuries reported to the LAFD. The cause of the accident is under investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department.

By Danny Jones

 

MALIBU—On May 26 around 1 a.m., deputies with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Malibu/Lost Hills Station were patrolling the region on PCH when they heard loud exhaust and revving engines near Cross Creek. Deputies witnessed two exotic sports cars racing westbound on PCH and speeds reaching approximately 100 MPH.

Sgt. Chris Soderlund, the city’s liaison to the Malibu-Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station, gave an update to the Malibu City Council at the May 26, during the city council meeting on recent enforcement efforts targeting reckless driving and street racing on Pacific Coast Highway.

Deputies coordinated a traffic stop near Corral Canyon Road, resulting in both drivers being arrested for racing and reckless driving. Both vehicles were impounded for 30 days.

The city of Malibu thanked Malibu-Lost Hills Sheriff’s Deputies for their constant work keeping PCH and Malibu’s roads and canyons safe for residents, pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists — whether they’re visiting the beach, taking their kids to school.

“PCH is not a racetrack. Reckless driving and street racing will not be tolerated in Malibu,” the city of Malibu stated.

The city of Malibu and the Malibu-Lost Hills Sheriffs Station are rolling out the annual Summer Beach Team, bringing additional patrols to keep our beaches and roads safe for the summer.

Each year from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, the city-funded Beach Team deploys special teams of Deputies on quads and trucks that patrol on the beaches, focusing on eliminating alcohol consumption on our beaches, which significantly reduces the number of assaults, rescues made by Lifeguards, as well as DUIs and injury accidents on PCH and canyon roads.

By Danny Jones