Tag: road closures

MALIBU — On April 15, the California Transportation department (CALTRANS) announced the upcoming Agoura Road Closure as construction will continue the Wallis Annenberg Wildlife Crossing. The road closure is scheduled to begin July first and will take place M-F from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. No-through traffic of any kind, including motorcycles, scooters, bicycles, or pedestrians will be permitted between Rondell Street and Hyde Park Drive during construction times. CALTRANS indicated that while road work may continue some Saturdays and Sundays, there are no scheduled road closures on the weekends. Caltrans reminds drivers to “Be Work Zone Alert” and “Slow for the Cone Zone.” The detour will reroute motorists to use U.S. Route 101 between Chesebro Road and Liberty Canyon Road. Bus and Shuttle Service are as follows: SHUTTLE SERVICE Free shuttle service will be available for pedestrians and cyclists to navigate around the closed section of Agoura Road. Shuttles will operate every 30 minutes from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the scheduled closure dates. Eastbound: The eastbound shuttle pick-up location will be at Dorothy Drive and Chesebro Road. The drop-off location will be at Liberty Canyon and Agoura Road. Westbound: The westbound shuttle pick-up location will be at Liberty Canyon and Agoura Road. The drop-off location will be Dorothy Drive and Chesebro Road. BUS STOP RELOCATIONS Bus stops within the closure limits will be temporarily relocated during the full closure. By Sharon

MALIBU—On Monday, March 30, the city of Malibu posted on its Facebook page updates regarding lane closures expected for the week for Pacific Coast Highway and Topanga Canyon Boulevard.

From Monday, March 30 thru Saturday, April 4, drivers should expect delays on Pacific Coast Highway between Pacific Palisades and Malibu due to ongoing Palisades Fire recovery and emergency repair work.

Current speed limits
• Temescal Canyon Rd. → Sunset Blvd: 35 mph
• Sunset Blvd. → Carbon Beach Terrace: Active work zone, 25 mph + possible single-lane closures

Weekday lane closures on PCH
• Possible 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. lane closures in work zones
• Roadway, drainage, electrical and slope repairs underway

Potential closure areas
• Ventura County Line → Carbon Beach Terrace: Work zones and possible nighttime closures (Corral Canyon Bridge repairs)
• Las Flores Canyon Rd. → Sunset Blvd: Fire-damaged roadway, drainage, electrical and slope repairs (closures as needed, weekdays 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.)
• Carbon Canyon Rd → Las Flores Canyon Rd: SCE trenching operations
NB: 4 a.m. – 3 p.m. weekdays / 4 a.m. – 4 p.m. weekends / 9 p.m. – 6 a.m. daily
SB: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. weekdays / 4 a.m. – 4 p.m. weekends / 9 p.m. – 6 a.m. daily
• South of Big Rock Dr: Catchment wall construction (NB lane closure, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily)
• South of Topanga Canyon Blvd. → Sunset Blvd: Slope repair and culvert cleanup (NB reduced to one lane as needed)
• Coastline Dr → Porto Marina Way: Retaining wall work near Getty Villa (NB lane closure, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. daily)

Topanga Canyon Boulevard (SR-27)
• Open 5 a.m. – 8 p.m. daily
• Closed midnight – 5 a.m.
• One-lane traffic control with pilot car (postmiles 2.5–2. 8 p.m. – midnight when crews are working
• Additional nighttime one-lane control (PCH → p.m. 1. for Verizon work, weekdays 8 p.m. – midnight

Additional SR-27 work
• Old Topanga Canyon Rd. → south of Happy Trail: SCE trenching, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. weekdays
• Highvale Trail → Happy Trail: Overnight electrical work, 9 p.m. – 5 a.m. Sun–Thurs

Closures are weather-permitting and subject to change. Expect delays and consider alternate routes. Fines may be doubled in construction zones.

Check traffic conditions: https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/.

 

By Danny Jones

MALIBU—On Monday, February 9, the city of Malibu posted on its Facebook page that Caltrans will be conducting work on Pacific Coast Highway and Topanga Canyon Boulevard from Monday, February 9 thru February 15 for Palisades Fire and Emergency Work.

PCH: Temescal Canyon Road to Carbon Beach Terrace (Malibu)
• Temescal Cyn–Sunset: 35 mph, cones/signage
• Sunset–Carbon Beach: 25 mph, active work zone
• Possible weekday lane closures: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Presidents Day holiday:
• No Caltrans work on PCH: 6 a.m. Friday, February 13 – 11:59 p.m. Monday, February 16
• SCE work continues on PCH: Sat–Sun, February 14–15 (select areas)
• No SCE work on SR-27, but traffic controls remain

Key PCH work zones may include:
• Ventura County Line–Carbon Beach Ter: Possible night work
• Trancas Cyn–Guernsey Ave & Corral Cyn Bridge (night work possible)
• S of Las Flores Cyn–Sunset Blvd (overnight fire & slope repairs)
• Carbon Cyn–Topanga Cyn Blvd (SCE trenching: NB & SB, incl. weekends)
• Big Rock Dr area (NB reduced to 1 lane, weekdays)
• Getty Villa & Topanga Cyn Blvd areas (NB lane closures, weekdays)
• Castellammare Mesa (overnight NB closure; both directions use SB lanes)

Topanga Cyn Blvd (SR-27): PCH to Grand View Dr
• Closed nightly: Midnight–5 AM (incl. holiday weekend)
• One-way traffic w/ pilot car: 5 AM–midnight
• SCE trenching weekdays only
• Blind curves & stopped traffic possible

Closures are weather-permitting and subject to change, and fines are doubled in work zones. Motorists should expect delays and seek alternate routes.

For live traffic updates, visit: quickmap.dot.ca.gov. For project info, go to: http://dot.ca.gov/…/district-7/d7-palisades-fire-repairs.

 

By Danny Jones

BEVERLY HILLS—The city of Beverly Hills announced on Wednesday, February 4 that the 41st Annual Los Angeles Marathon “Stadium to the Stars,” presented by ASICS, will take place Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Athletes from all 50 states and more than 67 countries will race through the streets of Beverly Hills for miles 16 and 17 before ending at the Avenue of the Stars in Century City.

Major road closures and parking restrictions on Sunday will be in effect in Beverly Hills from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. and include:

-Doheny Drive closed from North Santa Monica Boulevard to Burton Way
-Burton Way closed from Doheny Drive to South Santa Monica Boulevard
-South Santa Monica Boulevard closed from Rexford Drive to Rodeo Drive
-Rodeo Drive closed from South Santa Monica Boulevard to Wilshire Boulevard
-Wilshire Boulevard closed from Rodeo Drive to South Santa Monica Boulevard
-South Santa Monica Boulevard closed from Wilshire Boulevard to Moreno Drive

There will be a detour in effect on the western border of Beverly Hills, at Wilshire Boulevard and North Santa Monica Boulevard, as well as at Moreno Drive and South Santa Monica Boulevard until 5 p.m. Access to all local businesses will be maintained.

For access to the 10 Freeway, drivers are advised to take Wilshire Boulevard heading east to Robertson Boulevard To access the 405 Freeway, drivers are advised to go west on Olympic Boulevard.

On the day of the marathon, from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m., questions regarding Beverly Hills street closures can be directed to the Beverly Hills Hotline by dialing (310) 550-4680. For more details visit lamarathon.com or www.beverlyhills.org/marathon.

 

By Danny Jones

SANTA MONICA—On Sunday, January 11, the city of Santa Monica posted on its Facebook page that Santa Monica is improving Broadway from Ocean Avenue to 26th Street as part of the Broadway Protected Bikeway Project.

Work Dates:
-Phase 1 Improvements Broadway: Ocean Ave. to 9th – St. January-February 2026
-Roadway paving dates: January 27 – January 30, 2026
-Phase 2 Improvements Broadway: 9th St. to 26th St. – April 2026

Roadway paving dates:
-9th Street to Euclid Street: March 9 – March 10, 2026
-Euclid Street to 16th Street: March 10 – March 11, 2026
-19th Court to 26th Street: March 12 – March 13, 2026

Individuals should be aware that the start and completion time/date of construction may be delayed due to unforeseen conditions and weather. There will be lane closures and parking restrictions. Motorists should follow posted signs and temporary traffic control.

Sidewalk replacement began January 5 on Broadway between Ocean Avenue and Lincoln Boulevard and continues between Broadway and Wilshire Boulevard on: Ocean Avenue, 2nd St., 4th St., 5th St., 7th St., and Lincoln Boulevard. Sidewalk work is expected to be completed by mid-April 2026

For more info and most updated schedule visit: www.santamonica.gov/mobility-projects/broadway-safety-project.

 

By Danny Jones

SANTA MONICA—From January 12 to January 18, there will be overnight lane closures, and 24-hour parking restrictions will affect portions of State Route 2 in West Los Angeles and Echo Park.

The reason for the lane closure is construction work as part of a $70.2 million infrastructure project that spans from the SR-2 terminus in Echo Park to SR-2 from Centinela Avenue in Santa Monica.

This includes curb, sidewalk, and gutter improvements, which will occur from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. each night.  Parking restrictions will also be in effect around the clock, with signs posted in advance.

Overnight in West Los Angeles, one lane in each direction on Santa Monica Boulevard between Wellesley Avenue and Brockton Avenue will be closed, and no parking will be allowed. There will also be no sidewalk access from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., and the Big Blue Bus stops on Wellesley Avenue will be temporarily closed.

As for Echo Park, there will be two lanes closed in each direction between Sunset Boulevard and Montana Street Alvarado Street between Sunset Boulevard and Montana Street on Alvarado Street.  In addition, there will be one-lane closures continuing from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The schedule might change depending on the weather or operations.

 

By Daniel Diquinzio

MALIBU—On Monday, November 24, the city of Malibu posted on its Facebook page that no work will take place from 6 a.m. Wednesday, November 26 thru Sunday, November 30 for the Thanksgiving holiday, except some emergency work on Topanga Canyon.

Work below is for November 24 and November 25:

PCH – TEMESCAL CANYON RD. TO CARBON BEACH TERRACE, MALIBU
• Temescal–Sunset: Reduced speed limit, 35 mph.
• Sunset–Carbon Beach Terrace: Active work zone with possible single-lane closures, 25 mph.
• Unplanned single lane closures on PCH are possible anytime 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

PLANNED CLOSURES
• Ventura County Line–Guernsey Ave: Nighttime closures possible.
• Corral Canyon Bridge: Nighttime work.
• Las Flores–Sunset: Fire-damaged roadway, drainage, electrical, and slope repairs; nighttime lane closures as needed, 9 p.m.-6 a.m.
• Big Rock area: Catchment wall construction; Northbound reduced to one lane 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Las Flores–Topanga (SCE trenching):
– NB lane: 4 a.m.–3 p.m.; 9 p.m.–6 a.m.
– SB lane: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; 9 p.m.–6 a.m.
• South of Topanga: Slope/culvert cleanup; Northbound Lane closed 6 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Getty Villa area: Northbound Lane closed 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

TOPANGA CANYON BLVD
• Midnight–5 a.m.: Full closure nightly through November 30.
• 5 a.m.–Midnight: One-way traffic control (postmile 2.5–2. for emergency work.
• SCE trenching (postmile 4.3–6.7): One-way traffic 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
• SCE night work near Topanga town center: One-way traffic 9 p.m.–5:30 a.m., through Wednesday morning.

 

By Danny Jones

BEVERLY HILLS—On Thursday, November 20, the city of Beverly Hills announced on its Facebook page that there will be upcoming road closures for One Beverly Hills construction work:

Friday, December 5 from 8 p.m. thru Sunday, December 7 at 8 a.m.

Traffic Impacts:

-N. Santa Monica Blvd will experience lane closures between Wilshire Blvd. & Moreno Dr.
-One lane in each direction will remain open.
-Bike lanes and sidewalks will be closed, with detours in place for cyclists and pedestrians.

Motorists and pedestrians should plan accordingly and use alternate routes to avoid delays.
For more details contact the One Beverly Hills Construction Hotline at (424) 252-1338.

 

By Danny Jones

BEVERLY HILLS—The city of Beverly Hills announced on its Facebook page on Friday, March 28 that they are halfway through the Metro road closures.

The Metro’s Purple (D Line) construction started March 17 and will end April 7, for the deck removal for Metro’s Wilshire/Rodeo Station.

Wilshire Boulevard between El Camino Drive and Crescent Drive is CLOSED to all traffic. The Purple (D Line) Extension rail project will provide alternative transporation from downtown Los Angeles to Westwood, including two stops in Beverly Hills: Wilshire/La Cienega Station and Wilshire/Rodeo Station. Travel time between downtown Los Angeles and Westwood is expected to be about 25 minutes.

The project is being built in three sections, two of which are within Beverly Hills. The first section stretches from Wilshire/Western in Los Angeles to the Wilshire/La Cienega Station. This section is under construction and is scheduled for completion in 2025.

The second section will extend the subway from Wilshire/La Cienega to Century City, including the Wilshire/Rodeo Station, and is also under construction and scheduled for completion in 2026.

To learn more about the Metro D (Purple) Line Project and traffic detours, visit www.beverlyhills.org/purpleline or call the 24/7 Metro Hotline at (213) 922-6934.

By Trevor

MALIBU—On Friday, March 14, the LASD Lost Hills Station announced that Pacific Coast Highway has been cleared of the earlier rockslide and deemed safe to pass through.

Effective immediately:

-Las Flores Canyon Road – Back to Resident Only Closure (Emergency Vehicles, Public Utility Vehicles, Residents and Pass Holders)

-Tuna Canyon – Remains a Hard Closure (Emergency Vehicles Only) at the 3400 block (southbound)

-Pacific Coast Highway – Back to Resident Only Closure (Emergency Vehicles, Public Utility Vehicles, Residents and Pass Holders)

Recent mudslides because of storms last week impacted road closures in the region. Pacific Coast Highway in the Palisades burn area was under a temporary FULL CLOSURE until Caltrans can assess slopes near Big Rock Drive experiencing mudslides.

Only emergency workers are allowed on the route. Utilize alternate routes including US-101.

The LASD is informing the public that motorists should pre-plan their drive and use alternate routes. Road closures and reopening are subject to change as we continue to monitor road conditions.

By Trevor

BEVERLY HILLS—On Monday, February 10, the city of Beverly Hills announced that the Vanity Fair Academy Awards Party will be returning to Beverly Hills on March 2, so get ready for road closures ahead.

To ensure smooth traffic flow and safety for the event, certain roads will be closed starting Monday, February 17 at 10 p.m. to Friday, March 7, reopening by 10 p.m.

Road Closures Include:

-As crews begin work to assemble the tent on North Crescent Drive between North Santa Monica Boulevard and South Santa Monica Boulevard, the 400 block of the street will be closed beginning Monday, February 17 at 10 p.m. to Friday, March 7, reopening by 10 p.m.

-All businesses on North Crescent Drive are accessible during the closure. Motorists are urged to use alternates routes. Access remains open to local parking garages.

-Additionally, on event day beginning at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 2 to 2 a.m. Monday, March 3, the following roads surrounding the North Crescent closure will be impacted. Motorists are urged to use alternate routes during that time.

On the day of the event starting at 3 p.m. on March 2 to 2 a.m. on March 3, the following roads will be closed:

-North Cañon Drive between North and South Santa Monica Boulevard will be closed.

-Eastbound lanes on South Santa Monica Boulevard starting at Civic Center will be impacted, with lanes closed from Rexford Drive to North Cañon Drive.

-Detours will be in place routing traffic North and South on Rexford Drive.

-North Santa Monica Boulevard Eastbound Lane closures will be in place from Rodeo Drive to Rexford Drive.

Plan Ahead:

-Expect delays in the area.

-Use alternate routes to avoid congestion.

For more details and to view the closure map visit www.beverlyhills.org/vanityfair or call the City’s Special Event line at (310) 285-2408 Monday – Friday from 7:30 am – 5:30 pm and (310) 550-4680 on the day of the event on March 2, from 5 p.m. – 12 a.m.

By Trevor

TOPANGA CANYON/MALIBU—On Tuesday, January 7, the LASD posted on its Facebook page a Resident Only Closure as a result of anticipated extreme weather and wind conditions.

It is in effect for Topanga Canyon Boulevard to ensure safety and facilitate easier evacuations if needed. The closures are at the following locations:

1. Topanga Canyon Blvd / Mulholland Dr (closed southbound)
2. Old Topanga Canyon Rd / Mulholland Hwy (closed southbound)
3. Topanga Canyon Blvd / Pacific Coast Hwy (closed northbound)

To learn more visit: https://tcep.org/emergencystatus.

A dangerous windstorm is expected from Tuesday afternoon to Wednesday morning, bringing extreme fire weather conditions. Individuals are advised to:

-Stay indoors & away from windows

-Prepare for possible power outages

-Expect scattered downed trees

-Extreme fire risk – be extra cautious around any ignition sources

As a result of the weather threat, all Malibu schools are closed Tuesday due to dangerous weather conditions. Santa Monica schools are open. Life-threatening, hurricane-strength winds expected in Malibu through Wednesday, January 8 with 50 – 80 mph, gusts up to 100 mph, that can bring down trees, power lines and poles, damage structures, and knock over vehicles.

Wind will be strongest from 10 a.m. on Tues – 4 p.m. on Wednesday. The National Weather Service considers this an unprecedented, historic, hurricane-strength wind event, and advises the public to stay indoors, in the first floors of structures, away from windows and trees, and off the roads. Bring outdoor furniture indoors. Park vehicles away from trees. Adjust travel plans.

By Trevor

BEVERLY HILLS—On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, the city of Beverly Hills announced on its Facebook page that road closures will transpire in the region as the result of the upcoming 2025 Golden Globes Awards show.

The 82nd annual Golden Globe Awards ceremony will take place at the Beverly Hilton on Sunday, January 5, 2025. Drivers should be advised that partial lane and full street closures will take place in the region on Wilshire Boulevard and North Santa Monica Boulevard.

Residents are advised to use alternate east-west routes such as South Santa Monica, Olympic, Pico and Sunset Boulevards. Residential streets surrounding the venue will be posted with no-parking signs.

For questions and concerns before the day of the event contact the askBH Customer Service line at (310) 285-1000 from 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Monday – Friday and the after-hours Golden Globes Hotline that will be active on Sunday, January 5 from 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. at (310) 550-4680.

By Trevor

MALIBU—On Sunday, December 15, the LA County Sheriff’s Department posted on its Facebook page an update to the Franklin Fire.

As of 9 a.m. @lacountyfd reported that acreage remains at 4,037, and containment is now at 42 percent. Teams have completed 95 percent of the damage inspections, and the numbers remain at 19 structures destroyed (8 single family dwellings and 11 outbuildings), and 27 structures damaged (14 single family dwellings, 1 multi family dwelling, 7 commercial, and 5 outbuildings).

http://local.nixle.com/alert/11323527/

For the most up to date information visit:

https:///acounty.gov/emergency
https://pw.lacounty.gov/roadclosures/map.cfm

The city of Malibu posted details about resources on its Facebook page.

“Malibu, we know that recovery from the #FranklinFire is overwhelming. LA County has resources to help, from property tax relief and rebuilding, to mental health support and business recovery services.

Find information on available County resources and recovery efforts: recovery.lacounty.gov/franklinfire.

There are also several nonprofit organizations within the Emergency Network Los Angeles (ENLA) that provide disaster aid, including:

-Greater Los Angeles County American Red Cross: Call the 24-hour intake number at (800) 675-5799
-The Salvation Army: Visit socal.salvationarmy.org or call (562) 264-3600
-Tzu Chi Foundation: Call 909.447.7799 or email info@tzuchi.us
-United Policy Holders: Email info@uphelp.org

Additionally, the Los Angeles Region Community Recovery Organization, established in the wake of the 2018 Woolsey Fire, has a list of key local, county, state and federal resources to assist in disaster assistance: bit.ly/4ff0ETT

City Resources: Check updates on the City’s website at www.malibucity.org/franklinfire. Call the City’s information line at 310-456-2489 (available daily from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM).

Please remain vigilant and continue to monitor updates. Thank you for your patience as we navigate this evolving situation together. Together, we will rebuild Malibu stronger than ever.”

By Trevor

MALIBU—On Monday, September 23, the city of Malibu posted on its Facebook page that the north lane of Topanga Canyon will be closed for 1.8 miles north of Pacific Coast Highway for landslide slope repairs from September 23-27. Work will be done from 9 p. m. to 6 a.m.

One lane will be open with alternating traffic. Expect delays. Proceed w/caution. Caltrans will reduce PCH to one lane in each direction from Temescal Canyon Road to Porto Marina Way in Pacific Palisades starting September 23, September 24 and September 27. Work will be done from 9 p.m. to 5 p.m. for paving work.

During construction, the speed limit will be reduced from 45 MPH to 35 MPH. Proceed with caution, watch for workers and work vehicles in the road. Fines for traffic citations are doubled in construction zones under California law.

By Trevor

MALIBU—The city of Malibu posted on its Facebook page that Caltrans will be conducting construction work in the region overnight on Pacific Coast Highway.

Caltrans will have overnight lane closures on PCH from Puerco Canyon Road to Corral Canyon Road starting Monday, August 5 and lasting till Friday, August 9 from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. for stormwater infrastructure upgrades.

The work is part of a larger project rehabilitating 13 culverts along a 25-mile stretch of PCH between Pacific Palisades and the LA County Line, which will continue through summer of 2029. Drivers are warned to watch out for workers and work vehicles in the road. Under California law, traffic citation fines are doubled in construction zones.

By Trevor

MALIBU—On Monday, March 25, the city of Malibu provided an update on its website related to several road closures because of landslides in the region.

The City Public Works Department is communicating with Caltrans on the closures due to landslides that have been impacting Malibu as Caltrans engineers continue to assess the safety and stability of the slopes and the roadway at the landslide sites in Topanga Canyon and on Pacific Coast Highway.

“We understand the inconvenience and frustration caused by the traffic congestion. The closures are for your safety. We will continue to post any significant changes on social media and other platforms. Meanwhile, we urge residents, commuters and visitors to check navigation apps and Quickmap.dot.ca.gov for the latest road conditions and closures or call Caltrans Highway Information Network at 800-427-7623 before hitting the road. For the most up to date information, follow Caltrans District 7 on X (Twitter) at https://twitter.com/CaltransDist7. Please drive cautiously in the slide areas, and watch for workers and work vehicles in the road,” the city stated on its website.

TOPANGA CANYON REMAINS CLOSED

Topanga Canyon remains closed in both directions from Grand View Drive to PCH until further notice due to the large, active landslide located 1.8 miles north of PCH. Large rocks continue to fall at the site. Caltrans is continuing to monitor the slide. Additional rain is forecasted for the weekend.

FLAGGERS DIRECTING TRAFFIC AT TUNA CANYON & PCH

As of March 22, Caltrans stationed flaggers to direct traffic from Tuna Canyon Road onto to southbound PCH in Malibu to help make it easier and safer for drivers to cross the northbound lanes of PCH and prevent wrong-way drivers from entering the one-way Tuna Canyon Rd.

2 LANES OPEN IN EACH DIRECTION AT PCH & BIG ROCK

Caltrans restriped the median lane on PCH at the ongoing active landslide just south of Big Rock Drive in Malibu to provide two northbound lanes to help alleviate traffic congestion. One northbound lane was taken up by K-rails to halt the active landslide. There are now two northbound and one southbound lanes open. Caltrans is assessing the slide and making plans to clear the roadway. The duration is unknown.

By Trevor

BEVERLY HILLS—On Saturday, March 9, the Beverly Hills Police Department disclosed via their alert system that due to an ongoing hazmat situation, vehicular and pedestrian traffic on Wilshire Boulevard between La Cienega Boulevard and San Vicente Boulevard was closed.

Traffic was closed in both directions. Hazmat personnel were on the scene. The BHPD announced at 12:22 p.m. that roads were reopened in the area to vehicles and pedestrians.

By Trevor

WEST HOLLYWOOD—On Monday, February 27, the city of West Hollywood announced on its website that starting Wednesday, February 28 to Thursday, March 14, there will be a temporary closure of certain sections of West Hollywood Park, located at 647 N. San Vicente Boulevard – including the small dog park and basketball courts – to accommodate the annual Elton John AIDS Foundation Academy Awards Viewing Party and fundraiser.

There will be intermittent lane closures on N. San Vicente Boulevard, one full street closure, and impacts to certain West Hollywood Park facilities, as follows:

Intermittent lane closures will occur on Southbound N. San Vicente Boulevard between Santa Monica Boulevard and PDC Drive on the following dates:

-Friday, March 1, 2024 – Southbound N. San Vicente Boulevard #1 & #2 lanes will be closed from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m.;

-Saturday, March 2, 2024 – Southbound N. San Vicente Boulevard #1 & #2 lanes will be closed from 6 a.m. to 11 a.m.;

-Monday, March 4, 2024, through Thursday, March 7, 2024 (Daily) – Southbound N. San Vicente Boulevard #2 lane will be closed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.;

-Friday, March 8, 2024, through March 10, 2024 – Southbound N. San Vicente Boulevard #2 lane will be closed from 6:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.;

-Monday, March 11, 2024 – Southbound N. San Vicente Boulevard #2 lane will be closed from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.; and Southbound N. San Vicente Boulevard #1 lane will be closed from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.;

-Tuesday, March 12, 2024 ­- Southbound N. San Vicente Boulevard #1 & and #2 lanes will be closed from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

A full street closure will occur on Northbound and Southbound N. San Vicente Boulevard between Santa Monica Boulevard and Melrose Avenue starting on Sunday, March 10, at 12 p.m.; the street will reopen on Monday, March 11, at 5 a.m.

West Hollywood Park facilities impacts/closures will occur as follows:

-West Hollywood Park small dog park and basketball courts will be closed from Wednesday, February 28, 2024, through Wednesday, March 13, 2024; and

-West Hollywood Park large dog park will be closed from Friday, March 8, 2024, through Monday, March 11, 2024;

-West Hollywood Park Five-Story Parking Structure will be closed all day on Sunday, March 10, 2024; the structure will reopen on Monday, March 11, 2024, at 5 a.m.

West Hollywood has supported the work of the Elton John AIDS Foundation and its Academy Awards Viewing Party for years, the city noted in a press release. The year 2024 marks the 32nd anniversary of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

For inquiries related to temporary impacts on West Hollywood Park contact West Hollywood’s Event Services Division at eventsinfo@weho.org. For people who are Deaf or hard of hearing call TTY (323) 848-6496.

By Trevor

BEVERLY HILLS—On Sunday, January 7, 2024, the 81st Annual Golden Globes Awards will take place at the Beverly Hilton Hotel. To help with security for the event and to limit the impact of traffic on adjacent residential streets, street closures and parking restrictions will be implemented.

STREET CLOSURES

North Santa Monica Boulevard

Westbound curb lane closures: West of Wilshire Boulevard will be closed beginning at 6 a.m. Tuesday, January 2 through 4 a.m. until Monday, January 8, 2024.

Westbound complete sidewalk and street closures: from Wilshire Blvd. to Century Park East from 9 p.m. on Friday, January 5 through 4 a.m. on Monday, January 8.

Eastbound complete sidewalk and street closures: from Century Park East to Wilshire Boulevard from 2 p.m. on Saturday, January 6 through 4 a.m. on Monday, January 8.
Alternate Routes: South Santa Monica Boulevard to remain open in both directions.

Wilshire Boulevard

Eastbound curb lane closures: East of Whittier, beginning at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, January 2 through 4 a.m. on Monday, January 8.

Eastbound: Full closure of Wilshire Boulevard at Comstock beginning at 10 p.m. on Saturday, January 6 until 4 a.m. on January 8.

Eastbound lanes will be completely closed between the Los Angeles Country Club and North Santa Monica Boulevard (local access to residents and Country Club guests in the 10200-10300 blocks of Wilshire Blvd.) beginning at 10 p.m. Saturday, January 6 through 4 a.m. Monday, January 8.

Westbound: One westbound lane remains open to through-traffic until 6 a.m. on January 7.
At 6 a.m. on Sunday, January 7, ALL lanes will be closed to all traffic until 4 a.m. on Monday, January 8, from Wilshire Boulevard between Comstock and South Santa Monica Boulevard.

Whittier, Carmelita, Elevado and Lomitas at Walden Dr. and Trenton Dr. and adjacent alleys:

These streets will be “local access only” beginning at 6 a.m. Sunday, January 7 through 4 a.m. Monday, January 8; All streets will be posted with no-parking signs.

Parking will be completely restricted (no exceptions) from 6 a.m. Sunday, January 7 through 4 a.m. Monday, January 8:

-Whittier Driv: Wilshire Boulevard to Walden Drive
-Carmelita Avenue: Wilshire Boulevard to Walden Drive
-Elevado Avenue: Wilshire Boulevard to Walden Drive
-Trenton Drive: Whittier Drive to Wilshire Boulevard
-Walden Drive: Santa Monica Boulevard to Elevado Avenue

For residents without permit parking, a parking exemption can be obtained by contacting the Beverly Hills’ Parking Exemption Line at (310) 285-2548 or online at beverlyhills.org/parkingexemptions.

By Trevor

SANTA MONICA—The City has announced multiple overnight road closures to proactively remove an unstable portion of the Santa Monica Bluffs above Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) between the California Incline and Moomat Ahiko Way. 

Starting at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 25, the emergency removal will prompt the closure of the Moomat Ahiko Way on-ramp from Ocean Avenue to PCH. At approximately 2 a.m. on the morning of Wednesday, June 26, the westbound I-10 at Lincoln Boulevard through northbound Pacific Coast Highway to the California Incline will close.

All roads will reopen by 12 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26.

According to the City, “crews will use a large crane with clamshell attachment to remove the top portion of the unstable bluff and slowly break it apart for hauling off-site.”

The Lincoln Boulevard off-ramp to eastbound I-10 will remain open, in addition to the California Incline, the southbound PCH, and the eastbound I-10. Traffic from I-10 Freeway needing to access Pacific Coast Highway will be detoured at the Lincoln Boulevard off-ramp and rerouted using the following streets:

• Wilshire Blvd./Santa Monica Blvd.
• Ocean Avenue
• California Incline

By Paige Strickland

MALIBU—On Wednesday, April 5, a crane operator was killed after the machinery they were operating toppled over. It crashed into a pole causing downed power lines and a road closure on Thursday, April 6. 

The accident occurred near Las Flores and Canyon Road. Firefighters arrived on the scene around 5:30 p.m. It is unclear what caused the accident. According to reports from the scene, the downed power lines started a small fire in the brush area and trapped the driver inside the overturned crane.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The name of the victim has not been released to the public. 

According to the city of Malibu, Las Flores Canyon Road between Pacific Coast Highway and Hume Road will remain closed at least through Thursday afternoon as Southern California Edison continues to work to repair the downed lines and restore power to customers in the area.
By Christianne