Articles from the September 5, 2024 edition


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  • Attempted Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested

    Sep 5, 2024

    On Saturday, August 31, Culver City Police responded to a report of an attempted armed robbery at the 5800 block of Green Valley Circle. The suspect had brandished a firearm at an ATM location, demanded money, and threatened to shoot the victim. When the victim ran into a bank location for safety, the suspect followed and then eventually exited the area. Officers immediately launched an investigation to locate the suspect involved. Culver City detectives have identified the suspect, who was...

  • Gas Prices Continue to Fall

    Sep 5, 2024

    For the sixth straight week, the nation's average price of gasoline has declined, falling 7.2 cents compared to a week ago to $3.22 per gallon today, according to GasBuddy® data compiled from more than 12 million individual price reports covering over 150,000 gas stations across the country. The national average is down 22.5 cents from a month ago and is 58.8 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 4.5 cents in the last week and stands at...

  • 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

    Sep 5, 2024

    On the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, the Culver City Police and Fire Departments will host a remembrance ceremony at Culver City Fire Station 1 located at 9600 Culver Blvd. in Culver City to honor the men, women, children, and first responders who lost their lives. Please join us as we remember them on Wednesday, September 11. The terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center in New York, the Pentagon in Arlington Virginia, and in Shanksville Pennsylvania, resulted in the deaths of 2,977...

  • Attempted Armed Robbery in Fox Hills

    Sep 5, 2024

    Culver City Police are seeking a woman who was attempting an armed robbery at a bank ATM in Fox Hills. Culver City Police responded to the report of an attempted armed robbery at the 5800 block of Green Valley Circle at 12:28 pm on Saturday, August 31. When officers arrived on the scene, they were notified that the crime had occurred at approximately 11:18 am. Preliminary investigation indicates that the victim was approached at an ATM by the suspect, who told her, "Put all the money inside the...

  • Santa Monica College Says Be Part of Coastal Cleanup Day at the "Inkwell"

    Sep 5, 2024

    Santa Monica College (SMC) invites the community to be part of the world's largest volunteer event related to the marine environment - Coastal Cleanup Day - from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 21, at Santa Monica Beach Tower 20 (at the end of Bay St., Santa Monica). SMC students are helping to clean up the "Inkwell." Santa Monica College's adopted section of beach is the historic site where SMC student Nick Gabaldón and other African Americans challenged Jim Crow racism and helped open...

  • Governor Signs/Vetos Legislation

    Sep 5, 2024

    California GovernorGavin Newsom today announced that he has signed the following bills sent to him by the California Legislature: AB 1170 by Assemblymember Avelino Valencia (D-Anaheim) – Political Reform Act of 1974: filing requirements. AB 1770 by the Committee on Emergency Management – Emergency services: Alfred E. Alquist Seismic Safety Commission: seismic mitigation and earthquake early warning technology. AB 2094 by Assemblymember Heath Flora (R-Modesto) – Alcoholic beverage control: publi...

  • DA Protests Release of Christopher Hubbart in LA County

    Stehen Hadland, Culver City Observer Editor & Publisher|Sep 5, 2024

    Despite the protests of Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón convicted rapist Christopher Hubbart granted conditional release in Los Angeles County by Santa Clara County Superior Court. The Dept. of State Hospitals has recommended placement in the Antelope Valley. Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón has announced that Christopher Hubbart will be released from the Department of State Hospitals (DSH) and a hearing to determine his placement will be held in October. I...

  • USC hits the jackpot in win over LSU

    Eric Lambkins II, Sports Reporter|Sep 5, 2024

    In a city that sways to its own beat, the neon-colored bulbs shimmer like stars painting the night's sky and where the heaviness of failure looms. In this robust metropolis, one does not need the sun's rays or the moon's glow because its rendition of stars powers the tantalizing hues of the city. Two college teams converged on the city in the desert last Sunday, lured by the promise of college football playoffs and the immortality of returning to national championship standards. USC and LSU...

  • The Chiefs are the favorites to win their ninth consecutive AFC West Title

    Bill Seals, Sports Reporter|Sep 5, 2024

    The AFC West has two new head coaches, two new General Managers, two new starting quarterbacks, and some talented rookies from the state of California. The one thing that has not changed is the dominance of the Kansas City Chiefs, who are favored to win a 9th consecutive AFC West Title, although the Los Angeles Chargers may have something to say about that. The following is a preview of the AFC West: 1.Kansas City Chiefs Key additions: QB Carson Wentz, WR Marquise Brown, WR Xavier Worthy, OT Kin...

  • Centaur High School football battles Harbor City Narbonne

    Steve Finley, Sports Editor|Sep 5, 2024

    One game does not define a season, especially when it's the first game of the season. Culver City High School's 42-28 loss to San Jacinto last Friday did show that the Centaurs need to improve on offense and defense as they tackle a demanding schedule that includes some very good high school football teams. On Friday one of those teams is Harbor City Narbonne. Kick off is set for 7 p.m. on the Culver City high school campus. Several years ago, Narbonne used to be one of the best football teams...

  • USC's Kamari Ramsey Named Lott IMPACT Trophy Player of the Week

    Sep 5, 2024

    USC safety Kamari Ramsey was named Lott IMPACT Trophy Player of the Week for his performance in USC's 27-20 victory over LSU on Sunday, Sept. 1 in front of a record-breaking, sold-out crowd at Allegiant Stadium. Ramsey led the Trojans with 9 tackles against the Tigers. The Trojans debuted defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn's brand of defense against the Tigers holding LSU to just 20 points. The last time LSU was limited to 20 points or less was in 2022 in the Tigers' 13-10 victory over...

  • Make Oils From Your Garden

    Sep 5, 2024

    On Tuesday, September 3 the Culver City Garden Club will offer a free workshop on Making Making Oils for Essential Oils from Plants In Your Garden at 7:00 PM in the Veterans’ Memorial Auditorium’s Garden Room located at 4117 Overland Ave. in Culver City. Presenter, Denise Friese will present the program. She is a Master Gardener and the founder of Eco-Friendly Custom Landscapes. The club will also hold a plant “Show, Tell & Ask” segment as well as a raffle and refreshments....

  • Notice of Funding Availability Culver City Performing Arts Grant Program

    Sep 5, 2024

    The City of Culver City offers grants to support theatre, dance, and music performances. This program brings performing arts events to the community and helps make them accessible to everyone. Culver City wants everyone to have a chance to experience and enjoy the arts. Our grants support a variety of cultural experiences for Culver City's residents, businesses, artists, and visitors. Performing arts organizations of all sizes are encouraged to apply. To be eligible for consideration,...

  • Mayor to Speak at Woman's Club

    Sep 5, 2024

    he Culver City Woman's club will be holding their September meeting on Monday, September 9, at the Culver City Woman's Club May Meeting at the Culver Palms Methodist Church located at 4464 Sepulveda Blvd. in Culver City. There is amply parking. The speaker will be the current Mayor of Culver City, Yasmine-Imani McMorrin. She was first elected in 2020 to serve as a City Council Member, and then served as the City Council's Vice Mayor before becoming the current Mayor. She is currently running...

  • California IDs coming soon in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet

    Sep 5, 2024

    What you need to know: In the coming weeks, Californians will be able to keep their driver's licenses and IDs in Apple Wallet and Google Wallet. Californians will soon have multiple options to have a secure and convenient mobile driver's license or state ID on their mobile devices in their Apple Wallet and Google Wallet, Governor Gavin Newsom has announced. These new capabilities give multiple ways to add and present California driver's licenses and ID cards using iPhone, Apple Watch, and...

  • NASCAR Cup Series to Compete in Mexico City for First Time as Part of 2025 Schedule

    Sep 5, 2024

    NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Mexico Series to Join Marquee June 14-15 Weekend; Xfinity Series Race to Air on The CW For the first time in its storied history, the NASCAR Cup Series will see cars hit the track for a points race in Mexico. On Sunday, June 15, 2025, the world-class Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez road course in vibrant Mexico City will host the milestone event as part of the 2025 schedule. The monumental weekend will also include the NASCAR Xfinity Series and NASCAR Mexico S...

  • Jeffrey Chance Nader Indicted for Unlawfully Procuring Aircraft Components on Behalf of Iran

    Sep 5, 2024

    U.S.-Iranian national Jeffrey Chance Nader, 66, of Arcadia, California, was arrested on an indictment charging him with crimes related to the procurement of U.S.-manufactured aircraft components, including components used on military aircraft, in violation of U.S. economic sanctions and other federal laws. The charges were announced by U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves, Assistant Attorney General Matthew G. Olsen of the Justice Department's National Security Division, FBI Assistant Director David...

  • Move Culver City Construction Proceeds on next Phase

    Sep 5, 2024

    Drivers can expect extended delays as construction begins on next phase of Move Culver City. Signing, stripping and traffic signal modifications are underway on Culver Boulevard and will continue through the rest of the year, officials said. As a part of MOVE Culver City, the city is making improvements to the Downtown and Arts District areas including: Adding a protected bus lane on Culver Boulevard from Duquesne Ave to Canfield Ave and on Washington Blvd from Canfield Ave to Helms Ave;...

  • Gas Prices Continue to Fall

    Sep 5, 2024

    For the fifth straight week, the nation's average price of gasoline has declined, falling 4.6 cents compared to a week ago to $3.28 per gallon today, according to GasBuddy® data compiled from more than 12 million individual price reports covering over 150,000 gas stations across the country. The national average is down 17.9 cents from a month ago and is 48.9 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has fallen 0.2 cents in the last week and stands at...

  • LAFC Signs Free Agent Defender Marlon

    Sep 5, 2024

    LAFC announced today that the club has signed free agent defender Marlon to a contract through 2024 with a club option through June 2025. Marlon will occupy an international roster slot and will be added to the roster upon receipt of his P1 Visa. Marlon, 29, joins LAFC after spending 2023-2024 on loan to Fluminense of Brazil from Ukraine's Shakhtar Donetsk. Marlon helped Fluminense win the club's first-ever Copa Libertadores Final and appeared in the 2023 FIFA Club World Cup. Prior to returning...

  • Culver City Centaurs Football Scores & Schedule

    Sep 5, 2024

    Fri, Aug 30 Loss Culver City 32 @ San Jacinto 42 Fri, Sep 06 WIN Culver City 42 Narbonne 28 Thu, Sep 12 Culver City @ Salesian 9:00 PM - - Fri, Sep 20 Culver City @ Warren 9:00 PM - Fri, Sep 27 Culver City @ Dorsey 9:00 PM 0-1 (0-0) Non League Los Angeles, CA - - Fri, Oct 04 Palos Verdes@ Culver City 9:00 PM - Fri, Oct 11 Culver City @ Mira Costa 9:00 PM- Fri, Oct 18 Leuzinger@ Culver City 9:00 PM - Fri, Oct 25 Culver City @ Lawndale 9:00 PM Fri, Nov 01 Inglewood at Culver City 9:00...

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