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Showing posts with label Venice. Show all posts


From Santa Monica Close Up:

"Venice Healer Daisy began building her sixth tiny home on Venice Beach. This new unit will serve multiple purposes, including personal reflection, yoga, and hosting healing circles."

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Santa Monica Close Up is a photo blog by Santa Monica based Photojournalist/Press photographer Fabian Lewkowicz. Fabian is the former staff photographer for the Santa Monica Daily Observer Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Corsair.


Mike, aka German in Venice, vlogs about daily life in Venice Beach, and the nearby communities.

"This month marks my fifth year anniversary on being on YouTube. I talk about my experience on YouTube, the good part and the bad part. I encourage everybody to become a YouTuber, with one video it can change your life. It happened to me. I’m grateful that I can make a living on YouTube , but like everything else it has pro and cons. I hope you can learn something from this video."



"Over the weekend, Los Angeles County Lifeguards and the Sherrifs' Department responded to a vehicle that had driven into the ocean just south of the Venice Pier following a high-speed pursuit that originated in Temple City.

Once the car began to submerge, the driver escaped the vehicle and swam towards the end of the pier, where they were ultimately detained by the Sherrifs. Lifegurads searched the vehicle for additional occupants and found two dogs were left inside the vehicle, lifeguards rescued and returned them to shore.



While the mission of the Department has always been to protect life, property, and the environment, this time life took the form of two Boston Terriers. Thankfully, everyone is safe, and the vehicle has since been removed from the water with minimal environmental impacts



California Highway Patrol investigation is ongoing. The driver was identified as 30-year-old Vivien Huerta-Guimont.


A woman who was reported to be driving drunk was chased by police on Saturday night. She drove her BMW SUV, which had two dogs in it, down Washington Blvd, though the Venice Pier parking lot, then across the sand on the south side of the pier, and right into the ocean.

She ditched the vehicle, and her two dogs, and swam out into the water.

She was eventually taken into custody. The dogs were retrieved and placed with animal services.





March 14, 2024

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters:

BEACH AREA WARNINGS:

· Walnut Creek at Paradise Cove

The entire swim area.

· Escondido Creek at Escondido State Beach

The entire swim area.

· Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica

100 yards up and down the coast from the pier.

· Pico-Kenter storm drain at Santa Monica Beach. Santa Monica South Tower 20

100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain.

· Windward storm drain at Venice Beach

100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain.

These warnings have been issued due to bacterial levels exceeding health standards when last tested.

BEACH AREAS NOW CLEARED:

Warnings have been lifted for the following beach areas where recent sample results identified water quality levels within State standards:

· Santa Monica Canyon Creek at Will Rogers State Beach Near Will Rogers Tower 18

· Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey

*Some ocean water quality testing results are not yet available following the rain advisory.

Use the map below to obtain the current water quality status of your favorite beach location. Use your mouse wheel to zoom into a particular location. Click on the marker to identify the sampling location. This map is updated as conditions change.




Los Angeles police officers responded around 11:15 a.m. to the 1800 block of Ocean Front Walk in Venice, where a man described as homeless had allegedly assaulted a 7-year-old boy, according to LAPD spokesman David Cuellar.

This is the second child that 23-year-old homeless man, Ahsante Lamar Morgan, has assaulted. He was wanted by Santa Monica Police for sucker punching a 6 year old girl on Main Street in Santa Monica. SMPD detectives are now working with LAPD to present our consolidated cases to the LA County District Attorney, aiming for a swift filing of felony child abuse charges. Detectives with the Santa Monica Police Department are expected to take the lead in the case, according to the LAPD.



Eric Dressen started skating at age 8 and went pro at age 12.

Throughout the 80s and 90s, Eric would have some of the best selling boards, invent the salad grind and define expectations for a video part with “Speed Freaks”.

Eric still is inspiring skaters of all ages for over 40 years, including Lil Revolution’s Pancho and Weeman. For the last 20 years, He’s built a career as a professional tattoo artist. He channels the same discipline, passion and energy to tattooing that he does to skating. Studying under the best, he’s sure to become a legend in this field too.


Venice Healer Daisy said that Fox News was just coming to make fun of her and since they were not going to let her do a real interview, she was going to troll them. Fox only ended up using a few clips of what Daisy said. This is the full "interview" where Fox News' Jesse Watters talks to her through an earpiece they gave her (there were only cuts made to this video remove the times homeboy on his pedicab passed by playing copyrighted music that Youtube does not allow).



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Marine and Surf Hazards through Friday. High Surf Advisories in effect for the Central Coast with breakers of 10-16 feet. Elevated surf of 4-7 feet for west facing beaches of LA/Ventura counties.


Danny Slant interviews Penmar Park Venice neighbor Tina, whose car was recently stolen from her driveway, and then Tina with her friend Mikey, tracked down her stolen car, it was parked two blocks away at the Encampment in Penmar Park - Rose Ave. They waited to see who would come along and two homeless people , a Caucasian male and Caucasian female - both homeless living in a van and tent next to Penmar Park, walked up to the car and then got inside to go drive off again. Tina and her friend held them for the police, but the man got away. LAPD took the female into custody, but she was released less than 6 hours later, and then quickly returned back in the homeless encampment in the park. Tina notices other belongings in the car, and found Identification from another Venice resident less than 1/2 mile away, that other resident had her car broken into , and they used Tina's stolen car as the get away vehicle. That woman has $15,000 worth of professional camera equipment stolen. The homeless suspects sold that camera equipment at the gas station in Venice , some patron getting gas bought it off them for only $200 , please people if there is merchandise being sold for about 5% of what it's actually worth by people in masks at a gas station, you know it's stolen, stop buying it off them. Then a person in Fresno California came across the stolen cameras and got them back to the lady in Venice. BUT we are still trying to find the stolen home movies from Tina , they were in a bag in the back of her car, they are 8 mm millimeter home movies from the 60's and 70's and she was going to have them professionally transferred over to digital format. If anybody in Venice or anywhere else locates these 8mm home movies, please get in touch with Danny Slant, so I can return them to Tina.

Penmar Park Venice California it's been a hot spot of many homeless RV and tent campers who have tried to make a permanent place to camp in their tents , RVs and vehicles. Since the City of LA doesn't have a comprehensive plan for addressing RV dwellers , other than usually ignoring all their infractions and letting them just sit for months at a time. Keep informing your local councilperson that you want a comprehensive plan for the entire city of Los Angeles - No RV parking on city streets and No Camping in Public spaces


From Santa Monica Close Up:

"A collision at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Windward Avenue drew the response of Los Angeles firefighters and police officers on Friday, following reports of a man, appearing to be homeless and in a wheelchair with a cast on his foot, being hit by a truck. The incident sparked confusion and differing accounts from those involved.

The driver of the truck involved in the incident claimed he did not see the man prior to the collision. However, a witness at the scene suggested that the collision may have been intentional on the part of the individual in the wheelchair, alleging that he purposely maneuvered into the path of the truck.

Following the incident, the truck driver stopped to check on the man's well-being, at which point, according to the driver, the man in the wheelchair requested the purchase of a beer. The truck driver declined the request and instead opted to call emergency services. Responding firefighters arrived at the scene shortly thereafter, but the man in the wheelchair refused any medical services offered and proceeded to leave the area under his own power.

Firefighters then vacated the scene upon the arrival of the police, relaying the details of the encounter. The police initiated an investigation into the incident. The truck driver further mentioned that an individual associated with a nearby business claimed that the man in the wheelchair has been involved in similar incidents previously.

Authorities are currently investigating the matter to ascertain the specifics of the incident and to determine the appropriate course of action. The situation remains under review, and further details will be released as they become available."



Santa Monica Close Up is a photo blog by Santa Monica based Photojournalist/Press photographer Fabian Lewkowicz. Fabian is the former staff photographer for the Santa Monica Daily Observer Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Corsair.


March 8, 2024

An Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory has been declared for all Los Angeles County beaches. The advisory will be in effect at least until 3:00 pm, Saturday, March 9, 2024. This advisory may be extended depending on further rainfall.


From Santa Monica Close Up:

": In a significant development amid efforts to address homelessness and maintain public order, Los Angeles Police Department officers have arrested a homeless man on suspicion of stabbing two other homeless individuals at a local encampment on Lincoln Boulevard. The arrest occurred during a coordinated cleanup operation, highlighting the city's ongoing commitment to managing public health and safety concerns related to homelessness.

The charges against the suspect remain under consideration, with potential classifications including attempted murder or assault with a deadly weapon. The incident underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement and city officials in navigating the complexities of homelessness and crime."



Santa Monica Close Up is a photo blog by Santa Monica based Photojournalist/Press photographer Fabian Lewkowicz. Fabian is the former staff photographer for the Santa Monica Daily Observer Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Corsair.


From Santa Monica Close Up:

"In the early hours of Wednesday, March 6, 2024, Los Angeles Police Department officers were dispatched to the scene of a violent altercation on Lincoln Boulevard, following reports of a stabbing incident. The event, which drew significant law enforcement attention, occurred in the Venice neighborhood, a place known for its vibrant community and bustling streets.

Upon their arrival, detectives initiated an investigation, finding two individuals—a man and a woman—suffering from stab wounds. Witnesses at the scene described a chaotic situation involving a homeless man, reportedly living in an encampment near Lincoln Boulevard and Rose Avenue. Allegations surfaced of the individual exhibiting erratic behavior, accusing others of poisoning him and making incoherent statements before attacking the victims with scissors.

The female victim, despite sustaining a chest wound, received immediate on-site medical attention from Fire Department paramedics and was deemed stable enough not to require hospitalization. Her companion, however, after suffering two stab wounds, was promptly transported to a nearby hospital; his condition remains undisclosed.

Authorities have launched a manhunt for the assailant, last seen fleeing northward along Lincoln Boulevard. The suspect is described as a 35-year-old Black male, around 5 feet 6 inches tall, dressed entirely in black. Efforts to locate him are ongoing, with detectives reviewing surveillance footage from local businesses to gather further evidence.

The Los Angeles Police Department urges anyone with information about this incident to come forward, as they work diligently to ensure the safety and security of the community."



Santa Monica Close Up is a photo blog by Santa Monica based Photojournalist/Press photographer Fabian Lewkowicz. Fabian is the former staff photographer for the Santa Monica Daily Observer Press, Santa Monica Mirror, Santa Monica and the Santa Monica Corsair.


March 6, 2024

An Ocean Water Quality Rain Advisory has been declared for all Los Angeles County beaches. The advisory will be in effect at least until 3:00 pm, Saturday, March 9, 2024. This advisory may be extended depending on further rainfall.


Venice Healer Daisy want German in Venice to bow down to her and to become less conservative.



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The bands Flaccid Genitals and Scabbed preform at the old Venice Skatepark.


Wednesday morning, police recieved a report of a man near the Venice Pier having a shotgun in a guitar case and a hand gun in his pocket. A second report stating he was pointing a gun at vehicles whle walking down Washington Blvd. Police showed up and took him into custody in front of the Arbor shop.

LAPD staed he had at least one pellet gun.


This man was swinging an axe at cars and people on the Venice Boardwalk on Sunday afternoon.

LAPD showed up and they took the man in for a mental evaluation.

No one was injuried by the man.


CicLAvia is a non-profit organization that has been opening streets throughout LA County since 2010. Come experience car-free open streets at the 51st event, CicLAvia—Venice Blvd.

Date: Sunday, April 21, 2024 / Domingo 21 de abril 2024
Time: 9am - 4pm
Location: Connecting Palms, Mar Vista, and Venice



Enjoy the pop-up park for the day in your favorite people-powered way, whether that's walking, jogging, biking, roller skating, skating, or simply spectating! All ages and abilities are welcome.



Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.