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December 31, 2025
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Los Angeles Youth Orchestra to Hold Spring 2026 Auditions in Encino: The Los Angeles Youth Orchestra will conduct auditions for its spring 2026 season on January 3 and 4 at First Presbyterian Church in Encino. Student musicians ages 8 to 18 with at least two years of private instruction are eligible to participate. The season, beginning January 11, features a repertoire focused on the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and includes works by prominent American composers. Over 100 students from more than 50 local schools are expected to join. (Source: Yo! Venice! on Dec 30)
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Heavy Rain Forecast Prompts Evacuation Warnings Across Los Angeles County: A multi-day storm system is set to bring substantial rain and potential hazards to Los Angeles County through New Year's Day. Residents are advised to prepare for steady rainfall, localized flooding, and increased debris-flow risk, particularly in fire-impacted areas. Officials urge people to avoid water-covered roads and stay away from rivers and canyons, especially in mountainous regions. Citywide evacuation warnings are in effect for high-risk zones in response to the incoming weather. (Source: Yo! Venice! on Dec 30)
December 30, 2025
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Los Angeles Youth Orchestra Schedules Spring 2026 Auditions for Young Musicians: The Los Angeles Youth Orchestra will host auditions for its spring 2026 season on January 3 and 4 at First Presbyterian Church in Encino. Students between ages 8 and 18 with at least two years of private instruction are eligible to apply. The upcoming season, beginning January 11, will highlight music commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, featuring works by American composers and a premiere piece by Russell Steinberg. Over 100 students from more than 50 Los Angeles area schools participate in the ensemble. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Dec 30)
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Storm Forecast Brings Evacuation Warnings to Los Angeles County Ahead of New Year: A multi-day storm is forecasted to bring steady rain, flooding, and debris flow risks to Los Angeles County through the New Year holiday. Officials are urging residents, especially those in fire-affected or mountainous areas, to remain vigilant and follow evacuation warnings. The National Weather Service expects this system to be less severe than recent storms, but hazards such as mudslides and downed trees remain possible. Travel is expected to be hazardous during the storm period. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Dec 30)
December 6, 2025
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Governor Newsom Urges Congress to Release Delayed LA Wildfire Relief Funds: California Governor Gavin Newsom has appealed to Congress to accelerate federal recovery aid for Los Angeles communities affected by last year's Palisades and Eaton wildfires. Despite significant damage from the fires, including losses in Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Pasadena and Malibu, long-term federal assistance has yet to move forward due to the absence of a formal disaster request from the Trump administration. Newsom met with both Democratic and Republican congressional leaders to highlight unresolved gaps in federal support. The visit marks the approach of the fires’ one-year anniversary. (Source: Yo! Venice! on Dec 6)
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Governor Newsom Urges Federal Action on Delayed Wildfire Aid for LA Region: Governor Gavin Newsom has met with lawmakers on Capitol Hill in an effort to secure long-term federal recovery funds for Los Angeles areas impacted by last year's Palisades and Eaton wildfires. Despite major damage across the Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Pasadena, and Malibu, aid has been stalled due to the absence of a formal disaster request from the Trump administration. The meetings focused on federal funding gaps and legislative action needed for the affected communities. As the fires' anniversary nears, local recovery remains uncertain. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Dec 6)
December 2, 2025
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Shop Local LA Program Offers Bonus Gift Cards to Support Fire-Affected Businesses: The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity has introduced an initiative aimed at aiding businesses recovering from recent wildfires. Through the Shop Local LA County Gift Card Program, shoppers can obtain bonus gift cards when purchasing digital cards to use at verified businesses impacted by the Eaton and Palisades fires. These cards are eligible only at participating small businesses listed in the county’s Recover Local Business Directory. The program seeks to channel holiday spending toward businesses most in need. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Dec 2)
November 24, 2025
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LA County Supervisors to Consider Waiving Rebuilding Permit Fees for Malibu Residents: The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is set to discuss a proposal to waive permit fees for Malibu homeowners who lost their residences in the January Palisades Fire. If approved, the measure will extend relief to Malibu residents, aligning their support with that given to homeowners in unincorporated Los Angeles County. Refunds for fees already paid by eligible homeowners would also be mandated. The board is expected to review the proposal at its upcoming meeting. (Source: Yo! Venice! on Nov 24)
October 16, 2025
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New York Chicken & Gyro Opens First Venice Location on Lincoln Boulevard: New York Chicken & Gyro, a chain specializing in halal street food, is launching its first Venice restaurant at 324 Lincoln Blvd. The grand opening event, scheduled for October 18-19, will feature food specials, giveaways, and prize raffles. This marks the chain's fourth Los Angeles area site and is (Source: Yo! Venice! on Oct 16)
October 7, 2025
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Santa Monica Joins Lawsuit Challenging Federal Disaster Aid Restrictions: Santa Monica has joined 28 other local governments in a federal lawsuit contesting new federal requirements that tie disaster aid to immigration enforcement and limit diversity initiatives. City officials argue the restrictions could impact funding for emergency preparedness and public safety, with (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Oct 7)
September 24, 2025
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Local Councilmember Raises Concerns Over Proposed Wildfire Regulations in Los Angeles: Los Angeles City Councilmember Traci Park has formally opposed new state wildfire rules that could require homeowners in Brentwood and Pacific Palisades to clear vegetation near their homes. Park argues the proposed 'Zone Zero' regulations may result in significant costs for residents and additional (Source: Yo! Venice! on Sep 24)