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Culver City Councilman Albert Vera has officially pulled papers for re-election to the Culver City Council! We've accomplished so much together, but there's still more work to be done. Let's continue to strive for progress and make Culver City an even better place to live. Your support means everything....
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An armed robbery suspect was arrested Thursday after leading police on a high-speed chase across Los Angeles County with a baby in the car and live-streaming the ordeal on his Instagram account, according to police. The incident began with three suspects who were wanted in connection with an armed robbery in Beverly Hills where they allegedly stole several items including a Rolex watch.. Two were quickly taken into custody. The third suspect had his girlfriend pick him up, according to KTLA....
The Culver City Democratic Club has endorsed only three candidates for Culver City Council in 2024: Councilmembers Yasmine-Imani McMorrin, Bryan Fish and Nancy Barba. They were the only candidates to receive the required to receive more than 60% to qualify. After the debate on June 2, the club members were asked to vote on endorsements; candidates were required More forums are coming up for City Council and School Board elections in November. Watch the Culver City Observer for time and date of...
Residents of Culver City were relieved this week as police arrested four male juvenile suspects believed to be behind a series of vehicle burglaries that had left neighborhoods on edge. According to a press release from the Culver City Police Department, the area witnessed a significant spike in thefts from vehicles between the late hours of July 14 and the early morning of July 15. With an attentive community and dedicated investigators, law enforcement was to quickly apprehend suspects,...
While speaking at a campaign event in Butler, Pennsylvania, shots rang out in an apparent assassination attempt on the presumptive Republican nominee for president, Donald Trump. First reports are thar Trump was wounded and appeared bloodied from the attack. The Washington Post has reported that the shooter has been killed and one audience member is dead another person at the event is in serious condition. No reports on the location or condition of the former President....
On June 20, at 1:19 am, an armed robbery occurred on the 5600 block of Sepulveda Boulevard. Two suspects approached the victim while he visited an ATM machine and demanded money and the victim's cell phone. One of the suspects pointed a black semi-automatic rifle at the victim during the robbery. The Initial investigation indicates that the victim visited an ATM at 1:10 am on the 5600 block of Sepulveda Boulevard. He withdrew cash, and while walking back to his vehicle, two suspects ran up to...
Longtime business owner and Culver City philanthropist has passed away. He was named citizen of the year in 2017. John was a generous contributor to numerous community organizations such as: Culver City Little League, El Marino Elementary Language School, Culver City High School Vanguard Program, Culver City Education Foundation, Culver City Firefighters, Los Angeles Police Explorer Scout Program, Culver-Palms YMCA, The Senior Coalition, Muscular Dystrophy Association, The Jeffrey Foundation,...
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, in a 3-to-0 vote, approved Chair Lindsey Horvath and Supervisor Janice Hahn's motion to put forward a charter amendment on the November 2024 ballot – that, if passed by voters – will expand the Board to nine members and create a new countywide elected Executive Officer position. Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, who authored a 2023 motion with Chair Horvath for governance reform that passed with unanimous support, calling for an independent review of the...
Culver CityBus Continues the Ride Free Program for CCUSD Students Welcome aboard! Culver CityBus is continuing the pilot program – GoPass - for students in Culver City Unified schools to help students ride transit for free. The partnership with CCUSD offers students unlimited rides at no cost on Culver CityBus, Big Blue Bus Transit, LA Metro bus and rail, and LADOT Dash. Participant Transit agencies are added as the GoPass Program grows, visit Culvercitybus.com often for the latest i...
Culver City high school's varsity football team with try to stay unbeaten this summer when they battle a group of talented schools in the Culver City Invitational Passing Tournament that starts this Saturday at 9 a.m. at Culver City high school. The Centaurs are 12-0 this summer after going 7-0 in the El Rancho Tournament and 5-0 at the Redondo Union Tournament on June 22. The Centaurs appear to have talent at every position according to head football coach Jahmal Wright. "I am excited," said...
The City is moving toward adding interactive digital wayfinding kiosks, but there are still many steps ahead before they become a reality in the Heart of Screenland. The City Council approved adoption of an ordinance that will allow these kiosks on public property on a 3 to 2 vote. Vice Mayor Dan O'Brien and Council Members Goran Eriksson and Albert Vera, Jr. voted in favor. Mayor Yasmine-Imani McMorrin and Council Member Freddy Puza abstained from the vote. The next step will be a request for...
Culver City police arrested two drivers on July 5 on suspicion of DUI, according to a Culver City Police Department press release. One driver was stopped for allegedly driving under the influence of alcohol, while the other was arrested on suspicion of impaired driving due to a combination of alcohol and drugs. Both drivers were booked without incident. The Culver City Police Department announced that it will continue to deploy additional officers to patrol for drivers suspected of being under...
Elisa A. Ribordy, of Culver City, CA, received a B.A. degree in English and Latin American Studies Summa Cum Laude during the 2024 Commencement Ceremonies of Hobart and William Smith Colleges on Sunday, May 19. Ribordy studied in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil and is the child of Chad J. Ribordy and Angelica Mortel. Peace Corps Director Carol Spahn delivered the Commencement Address. She told the Class of 2024 that building connections can be some of the most important parts of people's lives. "My call...
The Culver City Police Department's Explorer post participated in the Central Valley Explorer Competition which is held each year in Northern California to test the skills. Take a peek at how our Explorers spent the weekend working towards victory! The Explorers and their advisors dedicated hours of training to prepare for the Central Valley Explorer competition, in Ripon, California. They spent the weekend at the competition battling for top finishes against 35 police departments from across...
ROCOliver Merlis of Culver City was named to the Dean's List at Rochester Institute of Technology for the spring semester of the 2023-2024 academic year. Merlis is in the computer engineering program. Full-time degree-seeking undergraduate students are eligible for Dean's List if their term GPA is greater than or equal to 3.400; they do not have any grades of "Incomplete", "D" or "F"; and they have registered for, and completed, at least 12 credit hours. Rochester Institute of Technology is...
Don Ericsson was born on March 31, 1940 in Texas and passed peacefully on June 13, in Culver City. He is survived by his devoted partner, Darlene Larsen, son Dean and daughters in law Patti Ericsson (wife of Dean) and Shannon Burton Ericsson (widow of Daniel), brother Eric and sister Alesta. He is preceded in death by loving wife Carolyn Sue Ericsson and son, Daniel. At a young age Don journeyed with his mother and two siblings from Texas to California where he established his roots and embraced the community he lived in and served in Culver...
Strike Team Deployment Culver City has deployed a second engine on the #LakeFire burning in Santa Barbara County.stations here in Culver City remained fully staffed as they have backfilled two reserve engines. Additional Firefighters from the Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica fire department made up the strike teams. Orange County Fire Authority and a Los Angeles County firefighting helicopter were also dispatched to the fire. The LAFD sent a strike team...
Safety improvements are slated to begin at 10 intersections in Culver City. The City Council awarded a construction contract to Elencor Belco Electrical Inc., for $463,407 for the Unsignalized Intersection Safety Improvements Project. The Unsignalized Safety Improvement Project proposes safety improvements at the 10 intersections listed below. The safety improvements include intersection lighting, installation/upgrade of stop signs and other warning and regulatory signs, and upgrade of...
The City of Culver City will host a free summer music series on Thursday evenings at Town Plaza at the Culver Steps. The family-friendly events will run every Thursday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. until August 29. Seating for the series is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees are encouraged to bring small picnic blankets and low-back chairs to designated areas as space permits. The City invites visitors to explore the nearby restaurants in and around the Culver S...
The City Council began its meeting on Monday proclaiming July 2024 as "Parks Make Life Better!" Month. Parks, Recreation and Community Services (PRCS) promotes physical, emotional, and mental health and wellness through open spaces and organized and self-directed fitness, play, and activity. PRCS creates memorable experiences through youth sports and enrichment activities, teen centers and programs, senior activity centers, adult fitness, and enrichment programs, free community events, and...
Be good to your heart and join to join other members of The Culver City EverWalk Walking Club this Saturday, July 6, for a 1-hour walk from 9-10 AM! The Culver City EverWalk Walking Club (CCEWWC) will have a 1-hour "First Saturday" walk the first Saturday of each month. The walk begins at Coombs Park, 4442 Coombs Ave, Culver City, they meet on or before 8:59 AM by the wooden park sign, we leave promptly at 9:00 AM! For more info (or to be put on our e-mail list): E-mail me Laura Peterson...
The Culver City Police and Fire Departments would like to remind residents and visitors that the sale and possession of all fireworks, including "safe and sane" fireworks, is illegal in Culver City. Violators may be subject to fines and arrest if caught displaying or possessing fireworks. We all must recognize the potential dangers of using and handling fireworks. The risk of injury, especially to children, is of great concern. Fireworks can negatively impact children, veterans, and pets. In add...
With the filing of nomination paper for the November 5 city council election almost one month away the Culver City Democratic Club has already issued their list of council candidates they are endorsing for.Culver City City Council. The endorsed candidates are Nancy Barba, Bryan "Bubba" Fish, and Yasmine-Imani McMorrin by a direct vote of the membership following our Unified School District at the August 14 meeting. Ballot Measures: to be determined by a direct vote of the membership following...
Over 100 supporters gathered at the Palm Sophia Rooftop on Saturday, June 15th to kick-off the re-election campaign of Mayor Yasmine-Imani McMorrin's 2024 for Culver City Council. "I'm so grateful to our Culver City community for joining me in kicking off this re-election campaign," said McMorrin. "The growth I was able to experience, the conversations I have had with residents and business, and the state of the city remind me that we can be on the path to the future if we believe it. I look for...
