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Health Officials Advise Against Water Activities at Seven Los Angeles Beaches. Los Angeles County public health authorities have issued advisories for seven beaches along the county's coastline, including sites near Santa Monica, Malibu, and Marina del Rey, due to elevated bacteria levels found in recent water samples. Residents and visitors are being advised to avoid activities such as swimming and surfing in these areas to reduce the risk of illness. A prior warning for Topanga Canyon Beach has been lifted after new tests met safety standards. The affected advisories cover specified stretches by various creeks and storm drains. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Feb 28) Westside Beaches Santa Monica, CA Malibu, CA Marina Del Rey, CA
Santa Monica Weighs Local Coastal Control Amid Proposed State Legislation. Santa Monica faces significant changes to coastal oversight if AB1740 is enacted, affecting areas from the northern city limit to the Venice border. The proposal would shift authority over much of the Coastal Zone from state to local control, with only a narrow buffer near the beach remaining under state review. Supporters raise concerns about potential overdevelopment and the loss of longstanding environmental and community character. The outcome could reshape land use for generations. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Feb 27) Westside Beaches Santa Monica, CA Venice, CA Sacramento, CA
Santa Monica to Host First International Jazz Festival Highlighting Jazz Milestones. Santa Monica will launch its inaugural International Jazz Festival from May 1 to 9, featuring performances citywide at venues such as Tongva Park, BroadStage, and the Third Street Promenade. The festival, led by Grammy winner Stanley Clarke as artistic director, will commemorate the centennials of jazz greats Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Route 66. The event concludes with a major outdoor concert at Tongva Park, headlined by Kamasi Washington and including other prominent musicians. This marks the first large-scale concert at the oceanfront park. (Source: Yo! Venice! on Feb 23) Westside Beaches Santa Monica, CA Los Angeles, CA
Santa Monica to Launch Nine-Day International Jazz Festival in May. Santa Monica is set to host its first International Jazz Festival from May 1 to 9, with events at venues including Tongva Park, BroadStage, and the Third Street Promenade. The festival will celebrate the centennials of jazz icons Miles Davis and John Coltrane, as well as the 100th anniversary of Route 66. Four-time Grammy winner Stanley Clarke will take the role of artistic director. The event concludes with a ticketed outdoor concert at Tongva Park, headlined by Kamasi Washington. (Source: Santa Monica Mirror on Feb 23) Westside Beaches Santa Monica, CA Los Angeles, CA
Sports
Diamondbacks Defeat Angels 8-5 at Tempe Diablo Stadium. The Arizona Diamondbacks secured an 8-5 win over the Los Angeles Angels at Tempe Diablo Stadium. Luken Baker contributed with a home run and drove in two runs, while Yassel Soler added a homer and three RBIs. The game was attended by 7,445 fans. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 27) Arizona Diamondbacks Los Angeles Angels
Cubs Defeat Dodgers 6-2 at Camelback Ranch. The Chicago Cubs secured a 6-2 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers at Camelback Ranch. Kane Kepley contributed with a triple, double, RBI, and scored twice, while Brett Bateman added two RBIs and a stolen base. The game drew a crowd of 11,208. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 27) Chicago Cubs Los Angeles Dodgers
Ducks Edge Jets 5-4 at Honda Center. Anaheim Ducks secured a narrow 5-4 win over the Winnipeg Jets at Honda Center. The teams traded goals in a back-and-forth contest, but Anaheim managed to hold on for the victory. The game was witnessed by 16,210 fans in attendance. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 27) Anaheim Ducks Winnipeg Jets
Golden Knights Defeat Kings 6-4 at crypto.com Arena. The Vegas Golden Knights overcame the Los Angeles Kings 6-4 in a high-scoring contest at crypto.com Arena. The Golden Knights secured the win by maintaining their lead through the final period. Attendance for the game was 18,145. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 25) Los Angeles Kings Vegas Golden Knights
Magic Edge Lakers 110-109 at crypto.com Arena. The Orlando Magic pulled off a narrow 110-109 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers at crypto.com Arena. The game was closely contested, with the outcome decided by a single point. Attendance for the matchup was 18,997. (Source: Townsquare Times on Feb 24) Los Angeles Lakers Orlando Magic