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On November 17, 2024, Santa Monica Police Officers responded to a report of Shots Fired at a residence in the 3300 Block of Exposition. A neighbor told dispatchers she also heard a male voice coming from the garage threatening to kill someone.

Officers on scene located two elderly females unharmed inside the residence. They also located the third member of the household, suspect Arthur Tabuchi, unharmed and inside. While checking the garage, officers located a shotgun shell mounted on top of a work bench. The shell had been rigged with a spring-loaded firing pin and wire attached to the end of the pin and the garage door. Officers determined the wire was set to pull the pin out of the housing and fire the shell toward the door when opened.

The officers located a second shotgun shell located next to a pedestrian gate on the north side of the house with a similar firing pin/trip wire set up. This shell, which had been altered to be a sound diversion device (no projectile) had been recently discharged and is believed to be the source of the original Shots Fired call.

Officers evacuated the house and called the LA County Bomb Squad to clear the residence and garage of additional booby traps. No others were located and the shotgun shell in the garage was dismantled. Detectives obtained a search warrant for the location and found additional illegally obtained ammunition.

Tabuchi was transported to a hospital for a mental health evaluation. Felony charges of assembling, placing and maintaining a booby trap (California Penal Code 20110) will be filed by written complaint with the District Attorney’s office.

Here's surfing photos from Saturday at the Venice Breakwater. This set of surf photos was shot by Six12 Media and brought to you by Jack's Surfboards.                                                                

Here's surfing photos from Saturday, November 16th at the Venice Breakwater.

This set of surf photos was shot by Six12 Media and brought to you by Hulu.

These are just a few of the 100+ photos from this session. If you were out there, you probably got some surfing shots, probably multiple photos, they will be in the complete photo gallery for this day, check them out, the link to the complete gallery is down below.










You can find 100+ more photos from this session, all full size and in high-resolution, in this photo gallery:

Venice Breakwater - Saturday 11-16-2024 Photo Gallery


If you were out there, we probably got some cool surfing shots of you, go check them out!

Wanna see photos from previous days at this and other local surf spots from this photographer?
Click Surf Spot Galleries and look for the spot and then the date.

"We are coming together to make a heartfelt wish come true in memory of Niamh Rolston, Peyton Stewart, Asha Weir, and Deslyn Williams, who were taken from us on October 17th, 2023, in a senseless disaster on PCH. By participating in this GoFundMe, born from the loving heart of Asha Weir’s mother, Vinita Wier, you’ll help create a permanent memorial at Point Dume. Asha, Niamh, Peyton, and Deslyn often visited this place to enjoy the beauty and solitude.

Asha saw this place by the Pacific waters as a place to wash her thoughts away. In her last months, she penned a poem called "For A Moment of Peace," which captures the spirit of Point Dume and her love for Malibu. Below, you’ll find a copy of the poem.

Streets Are For Everyone, along with the Emily Shane Foundation and members of the FixPCH team, have worked with the California State Parks District Superintendent to design a memorial program honoring these four girls. It will be the first of its kind—a permanent tribute offering breathtaking panoramic views of the bluffs, beaches, and ocean they all loved. This space will feature two park benches where others can come and enjoy Point Dume. Each bench or table will have a small plaque with a QR code linking to a digital memorial of all four girls, Asha's poem, and reminding people to drive safely, especially along PCH.

Each bench or picnic table will cost $8000 to make and install ($16,000 for all four)l. This includes maintenance or replacement in the event of loss.

Every contribution counts. Together, we can honor Niamh, Peyton, Asha, and Deslyn in a way that celebrates the love, joy, and positive change they brought to this world. Any funds raised beyond the memorial’s cost will be donated to the Emily Shane Foundation and Streets Are For Everyone, under the wishes of their families. Both foundations have been the driving force to make PCH safer.

When this memorial is complete, we invite you to visit Point Dume, to stand at the water’s edge, and find a Moment of Peace. Let’s spread the word, share this GoFundMe, and continue their legacy—making PCH safer and remembering these four extraordinary young women in all the ways they deserve."

To stay safe, it is crucial for Malibu residents to have a Red Flag Plan. Follow the Los Angeles County Fire Department's "Ready, Set, Go" wildfire safety program.

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:

November 15, 2024

BEACH AREA WARNINGS:

· 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.

· Big Rock Beach in Malibu

100 yards up and down the coast from the public access steps.

· Inner Cabrillo Beach in San Pedro

The entire swim area.

· Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey

The entire swim area.

· Santa Monica Pier in Santa Monica

100 yards up and down the coast from the pier.

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:

· Dockweiler State Beach. Westchester Storm Drain.

· Castlerock Storm Drain at Topanga County Beach.

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.

From Fahrenheit Celsius Wetsuits, filmed one day at Malibu - October 23, 2024. Featuring: Kahana Kalama, Kevin Butler, Jason Stein, Steven Baldi, Christian Fletcher, Norman Antonio, Theo Lewitt, and Elle Overs.

On September 18, 2024, at 7:05 p.m., 46-year-old suspect Benjamin Bush, went to the Santa Monica Pier. While he was standing outside of Pacific Park, Bush intentionally displayed a nude photograph of himself to three 9-year-old victims. Bush was also observed displaying the same photograph of himself to an unidentified juvenile victim inside Playland Arcade, prior to the Pacific Park incident.



On October 29, 2024, following an intensive investigation by detectives, Bush was arrested by Santa Monica Police Department for 647.6(a)(1) PC - Child Annoyance and 313.1(a) PC - Distributing Harmful Matter to a Minor.

Bush is a resident of Rosamond, California (Kern County) and a California Department of Corrections employee for the California Correctional Institution, Tehachapi. He has no prior criminal history.

The Santa Monica Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying other similar incidents involving this individual. Anyone with information about this person or investigation is encouraged to contact Detective Baker at Sean.Baker@santamonica.gov, Detective Sergeant Haro at David.Haro@santamonica.gov, or the Watch Commander 24 hours a day at 310-458-8427.

"Today Danny Slant was walking up to the Smart & Final grocery store at the corner of Sunset Ave and Lincoln Blvd, and he witnessed the invesitgation and treatment of victim who was shot as part of a road rage agressive driving dispute between three cars loads of suspected gang members. Danny Slant took footage of the LAPD helicopter, Fox News Helicopter, LAFD paramedics and fire department, LAPD. Some of the friends and relatives of the victim were very aggressive and did not want to be interviewed. Danny interviewed eye witness , a young 20's man named Ryan. Who witnessed that the vehicles were driving erratically down Lincoln Blvd., proceeded to hit a homeless persons shopping cart, and then came into the parking lot, where they had a shoot out. The victim ran into the Valentino's Taco Truck catering restaurant in the outdoor parking lot shopping center that was formerly the Venice Fox Theatre. One of the suspects is still on foot, and police are canvassing the neighborhood looking for him. Definitely keeping it real here in the ol' Venice Beach neighborhood. Everybody please be safe, so we can go back to just riding our bicycles along our beautiful beaches and not have to worry about problems in our grocery store parking lots."

Breaking News about multiple people shot at in Venice on Wednesday.

Break down of information via SFV Scanner
~Multiple calls for a shooting in progress Lincoln and Sunset.
~911 callers say a male hispanic may have been chasing 3 male blacks, possibly some of them armed
~possibly related to a traffic accident that occurred
~suspects were described as leaving on foot but also talk of a Black Pickup being invoved.
~A carjacking at a nearby 7-11 took a black lexus may have been related
~A silver infinity was also seen leaving the area
~multiple people detained
~one person shot
~another call for a shooting on Indiana came out shortly after

Break down of information via VeniceIntel

Looking for a Silver Infiniti at Smart & Final
Male, Black, Black Backpack, 20s
Traffic is blocked in both directions on Lincoln
3 people have been hit next to Venice Baby Blues
Casings found @ 6th & Vernon
Units have also just located casings at 6th & Indiana. Second crime scene going up.

This all happened around noon.

BOARD SWAP SATURDAY 11/23 at the Bay Street Boards hosted by Fahrenheit/Celsius. There will be free drinks, music sets, and special guest Malibu Wetsuit Repair will be fixing up your torn up suits on site! Hit us up about space to sell some gear, but generally we operate on a first come first serve basis. Pull up for a fun all day event with the homies at FC Wetsuits!

Bay Street Boards
3216 Santa Monica Blvd,
Santa Monica, CA 90404

For more info, Click Here.

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From Santa Monica Close Up:

"On Veterans Day, Monday, November 11, 2024, the Santa Monica Pier hosted its fifth annual Veterans Day ceremony, marking the event's most significant year yet. The free, public event, conducted in collaboration with the U.S. Army, drew crowds to celebrate and honor the nation’s veterans."

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.

Celebrate the start of the holiday season in Downtown Santa Monica! Thursday, November 21 · 6 - 8pm PST

Experience a magical evening under the stars as Santa lights the Official City of Santa Monica Holiday Tree! The holiday festivities will feature performances by local choirs, a special performance of the Nutcracker, and "snow" on Third Street Promenade. After the ceremony, guests of all ages are invited to take FREE photos with Santa, make holiday-themed crafts, and enjoy hot cocoa. A DJ will keep the festivities going with a holiday dance party. All activities at this event are FREE and open to all ages!



Special Performances by:

Westside Ballet
Lincoln Middle School Madrigals
Samohi High School Choirs
SMC Emeritus Concert Band

Holiday Activities:

FREE photos with Santa
“Snowfall” on the Promenade
Holiday-themed crafts for all ages
Hot cocoa
Holiday dance party

The tree lighting will take place on the 1300 Block of Third Street Promenade, between Santa Monica Boulevard and Arizona Avenue.

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

The Santa Monica Pier is bringing the holiday cheer this year with a month of programming sure to bring a smile to everyone in the family. Starting NOVEMBER 21ST and running through DECEMBER 19TH, the historic Merry Go-Round windows will be decked out with a one-of-a-kind installation from the Santa Monica Pier Corporation, that sets the stage for incredible holiday events all season long.

Activities & Schedule

Windows of Enchantment

November 21 - December 19 | Merry Go-Round Building

Grand Unveiling Ceremony: Thursday, November 21 | 8:00PM

Celebrate the iconic legacy of the Santa Monica Pier through a series of
festive and nostalgic window display installations.
Holiday Music & Performances

December 5, 12, 19 | Thursdays | 4-8PM | Merry Go-Round Building

Join us for a festive celebration featuring live music performances throughout the event, bringing extra holiday cheer for the whole family to enjoy!
Bob Baker Marionette Theater

December 5, 12, 19 | Thursdays | 4-8PM | Merry Go-Round Building

This iconic group is BACK for THREE nights of puppetry,
singalongs, and holiday cheer!
Photos with santa, letters to the north pole, holiday car show, & live music

December 19th | 4-9:30PM | Merry Go-Round Building & Pier Parking Deck

Join us for Locals' Night with live music on the Pier’s parking deck! Stop by our festive pop-up post office to write letters to Santa in the Merry Go-Round Building, and check out the Holiday Car Show where classic cars shine in style. It’s a night of fun for everyone!

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

Get ready, Santa Monica! November’s Locals' Night is going to be the event to kick off your holiday season! Join us on Thursday, November 21st at the Santa Monica Pier for an evening packed with fun, music, and community vibes. We’re turning up the holiday spirit with our Holiday Art Mart, where you can shop local, snag one-of-a-kind gifts, and support awesome small businesses—holiday shopping has never felt this good!

Bring the kiddos to the Merry Go-Round building for some story time magic with Books & Cookies at 3:30pm and 4:30pm. Don’t miss the Santa Monica Ballet Folklorico performance at 4:30pm, bringing beautiful, traditional dance to the Pier. Car lovers, we’ve got you covered too with epic car club displays that’ll make you swoon. Ready to shake things up? Dive into salsa dance lessons with Salsa Way and the amazing Courtney Parisi, and groove to beats spun by Santa Monica local DJ Devil-Los.

And the party doesn’t stop there! We’re bringing the heat with live music from the electrifying Mayaztek and the legendary Leslie Paula & Latin Soul Band. Trust us, this is one Locals' Night you don’t want to miss. Mark your calendars, rally your crew, and come be a part of this all-ages Pier party that’s all about fun, community, and good times. See you there!

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A police officer gets his taser ready to use on an angry homeless man when they try to remove his encampment from the front of a house.

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

"Today, I went down to Venice Beach to see the beautiful sunset and right underneath the Venice sign they filmed a crime thriller with Halle Berry and Chris Hemsworth. Of course I try to get a pic of those celebrities. After this I cruise around on my minibike to see the beautiful sunset on Venice Beach."

The city of Santa Monica will join the U.S. Army for a Veterans Day ceremony on Monday, Nov. 11, at 11 a.m. on the Santa Monica Pier.

Now in its fifth year, the event will feature exciting performances, military demonstrations and a flyover, as well as remarks from senior military leaders and local elected officials. The ceremony, which will take place on the Pier’s west parking deck, is free and open to the public.



The event program will include:

A military convoy led by former NFL players Andrew Whitworth, Cade McNown, and Donnie Edwards with Army vehicles from the California Army National Guard.

Posting of Colors performed by UCLA ROTC cadets

A military flyover with Blackhawk and Chinook helicopters from the U.S. Army Reserve

Demonstration by the West Point Drill Team from the United States Military Academy (sponsored by American Legion Palisades Post 283)

Performances by the 300th Army Band

National Anthem and “God Bless America” performances by Miss USO Heidi-Marie Ferren

Keynote speech from a top Army 4-star General

Remarks from Santa Monica Mayor Phil Brock

Remarks from Councilmember Gleam Davis

Remarks from former NFL All-Pro and Super Bowl champion Andrew Whitworth

Future soldier swearing-in ceremony by Major General Dianne Del Rosso

Free ride tickets for veterans and active military members (courtesy of Pacific Park)

Free meals for veterans and active military members (courtesy of Meals on Wheels)

Music and entertainment provided by 95.5 KLOS (courtesy of Meruelo Media)

“On this Veterans Day, and every day, we should strive to honor our veterans not only with words but through our actions,” Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army Sonki Hong, who organized the event, said. “We can support them, advocate for their needs, and ensure that they feel valued in our communities. Each veteran carries a unique story, filled with bravery and sacrifice, and it is our duty to listen to those stories and recognize their impact on our lives. We should also acknowledge the families of our veterans, who stand by them through challenges and triumphs. Their support is vital and deserves our deepest gratitude.”

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Andy Anderson, the Dogtown Car Club, Hecho En Venice and more in the Vendor Village at the Venice Skatepark 15th anniversary celebration.

Montage of clips from the campy 1984 teen comedy 'Hot Moves', showing american 80s beach life at its finest.

Ice at Santa Monica presented by Disney+ will be opening on Friday, November 8, 2024 for an unforgettable holiday season experience! Located in the heart of Santa Monica, our rink offers the unique opportunity to skate under the California sun by day and the twinkling stars by night.

Season Opening: Friday, November 8, 2024
Season Closing: Monday, January 20, 2025s



Located at the corner of Arizona Avenue and 5th Street in Downtown Santa Monica.

Nearly 8,000 square feet of shimmering ice with a 400-square-foot tot rink for the little ones.

Season opens Friday, November 8 at 11:30am with the Opening Celebration starting at 5p.m.

Hours of operation are Sundays through Thursdays 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. Click here for full schedule.

Skate rental and admission is $22 with locker rentals at $5.



For more info, Click Here

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