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The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has recently issued an order that the FAA must fully comply with all applicable federal environmental laws in regard to three flight paths for arriving aircraft at Los Angeles International Airport. Last year, Culver City joined the City of Los Angeles in its lawsuit against the FAA, claiming the newly-implemented flight paths were put in place without separate environmental review of noise levels caused by planes flying over communities under the flight path t...
One step forward, one step back. For the second time in two weeks Los Angeles Football Club was blanked by arch-rival L.A. Galaxy. This time it was a 3-0 clean sheet by the Galaxy on a warm Sunday night at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson. Unfortunately for the Black and Gold, they dominated the first half but came away empty-handed. The Galaxy capitalized on defensive lapses in the second half for the shutout. The El Trafico 9 loss followed a return-to-form 5-1 victory over the San Jose...
The city of Culver City is suing a gymnastics school and its owner-operator for allegedly offering indoor sessions in violation of health orders aimed at limiting the spread of the coronavirus, which the defendant denies. The City filed suit Tuesday in Santa Monica Superior Court against the Los Angeles School of Gymnastics and owner Tanya Berenson. Culver City is asking that the Court declare the gym in the 8400 block of Higuera Street a public nuisance, and in violation of an emergency public...
At 4:10 p.m. last Saturday, Culver City police received a call about an armed robbery in the Pier One Imports parking lot at 11140 Jefferson Blvd., near Sepulveda Boulevard. Police officials said the victim was loading items into his car when he was approached by two boys. One allegedly pointed a handgun at his head and demanded the keys to his vehicle. After telling them he didn't have them, they demanded his credit card. "In fear for his life, the victim gave the suspects the card and they fle...
As local property owners, we have enough worries about our own properties. We shouldn’t have to worry about how much our homes’ equity has grown in market value. For most of us, the more our property grows in value, the better our retirement. Right? If local property owners do not vote down the city council’s proposed higher transfer tax rates, then, we will have to worry about how much our property’s worth has grown over the years. Because, when we decide to cash in, we will have to pay mor...
The Culver City Police Officers Association wants to thank the hundreds of residents and business owners in Culver City who came out and showed their support for the Culver City Police Department at the “Defend, Don’t Defund” rally in front of the Police Department in July. This was an impressive showing and it touched the hearts of every officer who serves this outstanding community. The Culver City Police Department prides itself on providing the highest level of service to our amazing community. “Defunding” the Culver City Police Departmen...
El Trafico never fails to deliver. This time the derby gave LAFC a one-two punch in their own house. Not only did the favored Black and Gold lose 2-0 at home to cross-town nemesis, the L.A. Galaxy, they also lost league MVP Carlos Vela for at least a couple of weeks. Adding insult to injury, the Galaxy also regained the lead in the all-time series between the rivals. "It was a terrible game for us," said LAFC head coach Bob Bradley, not mincing words: "It's a day where I'm going to take...
As the Rams prepare for the start of the 2020 NFL Season, fourth-year head coach Sean McVay fields multiple questions from the media practically everyday. A football junkie since his youth, he has a quick mind and tries to answer each question commensurate with the respect they deserve. Most of the questions are relevant to the game, practice or situation at hand while a few are shots in the dark. On Monday, McVay was direct about a questionable report of wide receiver Cooper Kupp being...
If it were not for bad luck, they would have no luck at all. That could be one way to describe the Los Angeles Chargers. For the second straight season, star defensive back Derwin James failed to make it through training camp without a serious injury. On Monday, James suffered a season ending knee injury and was put on the injured reserve, ending his 2020 season. James missed the first 11 games of last season with a broken foot and this year's injury means the team will go another year without...
"What, me worry?" Despite losing consecutive league matches to drop into a sixth-place tie in Major League Soccer'shighly competitive Western Conference, there is no panic in LAFC-ville. Yet, the 3-1 road-lossto the Seattle Sounders on Sunday night was a clear wake-up call for last season's winners of the MLS Supporters' Shield. Even Mad Magazine's Alfred E. Neuman would agree. "We're going through a very difficult stretch," said LAFC head coach Bob Bradley following the Seattle loss, the...
The Chargers and the Rams are getting ready for their season openers on September 13. The Rams will host the Cowboys in their $5 Billion SoFi Stadium and the Chargers will travel to Cincinnati for their first game against the Bengals. Both teams have some holes to fill and one of the biggest holes for both teams is at the running back position. The Rams are trying to replace Todd Gurley II with three running backs and the Chargers are trying fill the shoes of Melvin Gordon with three running...
Culver City high school varsity swim coach experienced a first year last spring that was one for the ages. Peter Egan’s hopes for a great season turned into disappointment because of the coronavirus. Like all of the Culver City high school spring sports the excitement of seeing talented athletes perform in league play and eventually in the CIF playoffs turned into a nightmare. “There are quite a few of very talented swimmers in our community and one of the big disappointments this past spr...
by Alyssa Erdley News with Attitude Declaring they were "building community," the Santa Monica City Council voted on additional rules to try forcing out Airbnb-type rentals. Under the new law, landlords could not offer a lease for less than a year. The lease would have to be made to a "natural person" rather than a corporation. And furnished units would be forbidden. To advertise any unit that does not comply with these regulations would also be prohibited. The stated goal of the new...
By Leanord “Guzz” Brophy IV If you want to win a political race in this city, you’re probably going to need the support of Santa Monicans for Renters’ Rights, better known as SMRR, or face a tough uphill battle. At its recent online convention, SMRR endorsed only City Council incumbents, although not all of them got the nod. The endorsees are Gleam Davis, Ted Winterer, Ana Jara, and Kristin McCowan (McCowan is running unopposed in a special election to keep the seat she was appointed to in July). The only incumbent left off the endorse...
by David Ganezer Santa Monica college has begun its Fall Semester with students at home. Classes are attended online, and yes, some instructors do take roll. "With the exception of nursing and respiratory therapy practicum courses-which take place on-ground in full compliance with current public health, safety, and social distancing requirements-the college's classes are all online due to COVID-19. SMC's main campus at 1900 Pico Blvd. in Santa Monica and five satellite campuses remain closed to...
by Alyssa Erdley News with Attitude On Wednesday, Los Angeles Councilmember Mike Bonin published an editorial in the LA Times and sent out an email blasting the police union for refusing to take a pay cut during a time of deadly pandemic and economic collapse. It would be solely due to the Los Angeles Police Protective League's intransigence, according to Bonin, that budget cuts would have to be taken across the board in other Los Angeles city services. Bonin claims funding cuts will impact emer...
The passage of a new California eviction ban and the surprise announcement of a federal policy preventing evictions may have some residents wondering which policies can help them stay in their homes. Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday clarified that the state's policy goes farther than the federal one. California has launched a new website - HousingIsKey.com - to provide more clarity to tenants, landlords and others. Under the new policy, no eviction for nonpayment of rent due to COVID-19 can take p...
The Superior Court has ordered the University of California system not to use SAT and ACT test scores in making admissions and awarding scholarships. The Judge wrote that students with disabilities would be unfairly hurt by having to take the tests under pandemic conditions. "The barriers faced by students with disabilities have been greatly exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic, which has disrupted test-taking locations, closed schools and limited access to school counselors," Judge Brad...
A 24-year-old Culver City native will attempt to swim the 27-mile length of the Santa Monica Bay Wednesday. Abigail Bergman has been swimming two to three hours a day and as many as eight hours on weekends to prepare for her marathon-length swim, which will start at Point Dume in Malibu and end at Rocky Point in Palos Verdes. Bergman grew up in Culver City, but had been living in Chicago when the coronavirus pandemic struck. "I've been back in California since March 16, a lot of people came...
by Alyssa Erdley News with Attitude On Monday, the City of Santa Monica issued its 22nd Local Emergency Supplement, that is, yet another order restricting citizens' rights. This time, the city threatens to fine property owners for holding any gathering of over 20 people and to shut off their utilities. In addition, the violators could be charged with a misdemeanor. Fines would be $500 for a first violation, $750 for a second and $1,000 for a third violation committed within one year. Gatherings...
Officially, Labor Day is a time to celebrate the social and economic achievements of American workers. Like apple pie, Labor Day sales have become an institution in the United States. This weekend, sports fans and memorabilia collectors can take advantage of a unique 20-year partnership and help support education at the same time. And as a sign of the times, all one needs is a mobile device, home computer or online accessibility. Labor Day Weekend is also the unofficial end of summer, a time...
The Sandy Segal Youth Health Center, located on the campus of Culver City High School and Culver City Middle School, is continuing to offer quality, affordable critical care even though the building is currently closed due to the pandemic. Venice Family Clinic manages the services at the Health Center and has been holding patient visits by telemedicine or in person at another one of their facilities. During these difficult, stressful times students may feel isolated and alone. It is important for them to be able to reach out when they need...
Yasmine-Imani McMorrin was thrilled when she heard the Heart of LA Democratic Club (HLADems) had voted to officially endorse her campaign for Culver City Council. She was even more honored to learn it was the club's only endorsement in the City Council election, which takes place November 3rd. "The Heart of LA Democratic Club is pleased to endorse Yasmine-Imani McMorrin," HLADems' president, Lindsay Carlson, said in a statement. "Our membership was impressed with Ms. McMorrin's detailed and...
Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed pitcher, Dustin May, the 22-year-old young sensation out of Texas has been showing some real promise so far this 2020 season. Fortune struck for May on Opening Day when he replaced scheduled starter Clayton Kershaw who injured his back before the game. May became the youngest Opening Day starter for the Dodgers since Fernando Valenzuela in 1981. But May didn't pick up his first win until his third start versus the San Diego Padres on August 4 and struck out...
Burbank Covedy Festival Promotes Laughter During the #covid19 #Coronavirus Pandemic By Rachel Danielle Ganz "The 7th Annual Burbank CoVedy Festival " is the first exclusively virtual global comedy festival produced and showcased by the Flappers Comedy Club & Restaurant. It was staged on August 9-22, 2020. No doubt you can still find it online. In a time of pandemic, the world needs laughter. The name of the festival is a play on Covid-19, another name for Coronavirus This entertaining hoopla...
