Westside Current Los Angeles

14/07/2025

NEW: LAHSA says homelessness in L.A. is down for the 2nd year in a row. But just last week, a RAND study found major undercounts — up to 60% lower than reality in places like Venice.

Are the numbers real, or just convenient?
We’re breaking it down.

LOS ANGELES - The number of people experiencing homelessness across Los Angeles County dropped for the second consecutive year, according to new figures released Monday by the Los Angeles Homeless

14/07/2025

BREAKING: Venice Beach will host the first Olympic medal event of the LA28 Games! Triathlon champions will be crowned right here on Day 1—marking a historic moment for our iconic coastline.

Read the full story on Westside Current ⬇️

VENICE — With exactly three years to go before the Olympic flame returns to Los Angeles, organizers of the LA28 Games released the first look at the Olympic competition schedule

14/07/2025

Jackson Marchesano was last contacted on Friday at 10 a.m., the Sheriff's Information Bureau said.

Jackson is white, 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighs 120 pounds, has brown hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a baggy T-shirt, basketball shorts and blue Skechers shoes. Authorities say Jackson is possibly with his father, David Marchesano, who may be driving a 2014 white Volkswagen Passat with a California license plate number 7GNA269.

MALIBU - Sheriff's deputies Monday are asking for the public's help in locating a missing 11-year-old boy who authorities say may be with his father and was last seen in

14/07/2025

“It’s not about homes or stores... it’s about government intervention.”

In her July 9 town hall, Supervisor Lindsey Horvath pitched a new wildfire rebuilding authority for the Palisades and Altadena—but not everyone’s convinced. Senator Ben Allen says his SB 549 bill won’t move forward without community support.

Residents say they were left out of the process, calling the Blue Ribbon Commission an “experiment.”

LOS ANGELES - LA County Supervisor Lindsey Horvath held a town hall on July 9 to promote the Blue Ribbon Commission and explain the need to establish a new authority

13/07/2025

Summer skin starts here. Our friends at LaserAway Santa Monica — your one-stop shop for glowing skin — are sharing pro tips from co-founder Dr. Roy Winston, M.D. on how to protect, hydrate, and glow all season long.

From mineral SPF and lightweight moisturizers to collagen and hydration tips, this is your go-to guide for staying radiant under the SoCal sun. 🌞

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Read Dr. Winston’s full summer skin guide on Westside Current.

LOS ANGELES – With summer in full swing, we’re all enjoying spending time outside and feeling the sun on our skin. But in L.A., the warm weather comes with more

13/07/2025

The fire in mixed brush and grass was reported in the 7100 block of Westchester Parkway. It burned about one-eighth of an acre at a slow rate of speed and two engines with eight firefighters quickly stopped forward progress.

LOS ANGELES - Firefighters put out a small brush fire Saturday in the Westchester area of Los Angeles.

11/07/2025

Forever Friday: Bailey’s Been Waiting 7 Long Months

In this week’s Forever Friday segment, meet Bailey ( ) — a 4-year-old shelter dog who's been waiting at the West LA Animal Shelter for seven long months.

Recently, a volunteer group took Bailey out for a much-needed break from kennel life — and she absolutely shined. Calm, confident, and affectionate, Bailey handled busy sidewalks, strangers, and even a pack walk with ease.

✅ Potty & crate trained
✅ Knows basic commands
✅ Gentle, focused, and eager to please
✅ Loves fetch and tug-of-war
✅ Dog-friendly with slow, structured intros

This sweet girl is ready to leave shelter life behind and thrive in a loving foster or adoptive home. Let’s make sure she doesn’t spend another weekend waiting.

📍 West LA Animal Shelter

https://www.westsidecurrent.com/lifestyle/foster_and_forever/bailey-has-been-waiting-seven-long-months-in-the-shelter-let-s-get-her-home/article_1502f082-9529-432f-8218-29d6ef231ce7.html

11/07/2025

From the Ashes, a New Beginning in Venice!

After being displaced by the devastating LA wildfires, Cinque Terre West — the beloved Pacific Palisades spot for authentic Ligurian cuisine — has reopened in a beautiful new home on Rose Avenue in Venice.

Now serving brunch and dinner daily alongside their sister deli Deliziozo Cinque, the Vinzoni family is back with house-made pastas, fresh seafood, and fan favorites like Spaghetti di Mare, Trofie al Pesto, and Brasato di Manzo — plus a cozy al fresco terrace coming soon!

“We’re so grateful for the love and support through it all,” says co-owner Marlo Vinzoni. “We can’t wait to welcome back our regulars and meet new neighbors.”

📍 523 Rose Ave, Venice
🕗 Brunch daily 8AM–3PM | Dinner M–Th 5–9PM, Fri–Sat 5–9:30PM, Sun 5–8PM

VENICE – After being displaced by the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, Cinque Terre West has found a new home in Venice. The family-owned Pacific Palisades Italian restaurant known for its

11/07/2025

The decision, issued July 3 by Administrative Law Judge Karl-Fredric J. Seligman, allows Merritt Farren to participate in a high-stakes regulatory process that consumer advocates say could reshape how insurance rate hikes are approved in disaster-prone California.

LOS ANGELES — Merritt Farren, a Pacific Palisades wildfire survivor and former corporate attorney, has been formally granted permission to intervene in the California Department of Insurance’s ongoing rate proceedings

10/07/2025

Their homes survived the fire — but six months later, toxic smoke and ash still keep families like Michele Adams’ out.

The walls are standing, but the air isn’t safe. Thirdhand smoke and ash contamination have turned recovery into a nightmare of costly cleanups, stalled insurance claims, and endless delays.

📍Pacific Palisades | Read their story of resilience and frustration.

10/07/2025

New legal twist in the Palisades Fire case: A newly filed complaint alleges the State of California, LADWP, and the City of Los Angeles all played roles in allowing the fire to reignite — and spread.

A photo taken Jan. 7 shows live power lines still active as flames advanced.
The suit claims failures in de-energizing lines, missed safety inspections, and ignored brush clearance laws fueled the destruction.

PACIFIC PALISADES — An amended complaint in the Palisades Fire Litigation was filed Wednesday, July 9, in Los Angeles County Superior Court. The updated filing names the State of California

10/07/2025

As a heat wave scorches Southern California, L.A. libraries are serving as vital cooling centers — but at what cost?

With temps hitting the 90s and beyond, public libraries are lifelines for seniors, families, and unhoused residents seeking refuge. But librarians say they’re overwhelmed and unsafe — facing drug use, violence, and no added protection.

“We’re on the front lines — with no backup,” one worker told Westside Current.

LA's vital cooling centers, including libraries & rec centers, face increasing safety concerns like drug use & overcrowding during heat waves. Discover how staff are impacted & solutions are limited.