South swell from distant Hurricane Jova will bring #highsurf & strong rips to LA & Ventura Co south facing beaches & the southern island coasts tonight into Monday.

Distant Hurricane Jova also opens the door for showers over our area overnight tonight into Sunday. Check out the maps of where those chances will be each day. Thunderstorms are also possible.

From Santa Monica Close Up:

Los Angeles Police Officers (LAPD) swiftly responded to a distress call reporting a burglary at a residence in the scenic Venice Canals early Friday morning, on September 8, 2023. According to the victim, a brazen intruder unlawfully entered their home via the doggy door, leading to a series of unsettling events.

The victim detailed the harrowing experience. They initially suspected a break-in through the sliding door but later discovered that the intruder had been accessing their residence through the doggy door. In a statement, the victim mentioned that they woke up to find the intruder inside their home, in possession of some of their belongings.

The situation took a dramatic turn when the suspect made a hasty exit, once again utilizing the doggy door as her escape route. Undeterred, the victims immediately dialed 911 to report the incident and began following the fleeing intruder.

Their determined pursuit led them to the Pacific Avenue area in Venice, approximately a mile from the scene of the crime. The victims diligently stayed on the suspect's trail, providing real-time updates to the LAPD, who arrived promptly to apprehend the suspect.

During the course of the ordeal, the victims realized that their keys were missing, prompting concerns that this may not have been an isolated incident. They suspect that other neighbors in the Venice Canals community may have fallen prey to similar break-ins.

The intruder displayed erratic behavior, leading the victims to believe that she might have been under the influence.

The LAPD has taken the suspect into custody, and she is currently facing charges in connection with the burglary.

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of remaining vigilant and reporting suspicious activities to law enforcement promptly. It would be prudent for residents to exercise caution and adopt essential measures to safeguard their homes and possessions, such as securing doggy doors to discourage unauthorized entry.

As this case continues to unfold, the LAPD is working diligently to ensure the safety and security of the Venice Canals community.

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Due to a recent sewage discharge in Ballona Creek the following beaches are now closed:

- Charlie Beach
- Venice Beach: 1/2 mile N of Ballona Creek
- Dockweiler State Beach: 1/2 mile S of Ballona Creek.

Public Health officials are advising residents or visitors planning to visit Los Angeles County beaches to avoid contact with ocean water and wet sand in the areas noted above.

The cause of the sewage discharge was due to a blockage in a wastewater line which resulted in sewage entering the storm drain at the corner of Slauson and La Cienega Boulevard in Los Angeles. The wastewater line has been stopped and the immediate area cleaned.

The Department of Public Health will conduct water sampling daily, and the closures will remain in effect until Public Health receives sampling results indicating that bacterial levels meet health standards.

Hurricane Jova may NOT be heading towards #SoCal, but some effects are still expected. High surf and dangerous rip currents are forecasted to start Friday.

DAY OF THE DOG will be happening at the Main Street's Open Streets Festival on Saturday in Santa Monica.

A free and pet friendly event featuring: Yoga with adoptable puppies – 80 ft. pool party for dogs including DJ & canine cabanas – Leading pet exhibitors in California – Superhero themed photo booth – Brunch for dogs featuring a selections of Acana Pet foods with fresh fruit and goats milk

And Of Course The Races!
• Running of the Bulls – French and English bulldog races
• You did WHAT with your WIENER? – Wiener dog races
• If Baguettes could Run! – Corgi Races
• AND MORE!



From summer to fall, Open Main Street will transform sidewalks and public spaces with different programming each month, including Drag Bingo inside the beer garden in August, a collaboration with the Day of the Dog on September 9th and the return of Rocktober, celebrating Halloween with a pumpkin patch and outdoor movie screening. Each weekend brings free, pop-up fitness classes, police and fire community booths, and two satellite bars featuring local DJ’s at every event.




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Pico Youth & Family Center (PYFC) proudly presents the 3rd Annual Santa Monica Classic Car Show on the Santa Monica Pier on Saturday, September 9th from 10am to 4pm.

Lowride for a Cause. All proceeds will benefit youth services and after-school programming for underserved youth in Santa Monica and Los Angeles County.

Last year, more than 3,000 people attended this family-friendly event. The event is free for all spectators and guests on foot. This year, over 200 classic cars of various makes and models, some dating back to the 1930s will be on display.

All Solo Riders and Classic Car Clubs can register now for $40 or for $50 at the Pier (Day of event).

Roll-in Time: 7am to 9am, will be strictly enforced.

For more information, please email us at picoyouth@gmail.com or call us at (310) 592-9848.

More Background:

We are hosting this Classic Car Show to bring unity and awareness to the community that low-riding culture still thrives in the Westside of Los Angeles. Through this all-ages event, we plan to educate and inspire everyone, but especially our youth, to have pride in our culture and to contribute to the continuation of this beautiful art form that we know as low-rider culture.

“At a time when low-income residents of all backgrounds, especially Latino and African American residents, are being pushed out of Westside communities due to gentrification we feel that unity, awareness, and visibility is needed more than ever. This car show is necessary to celebrate our region’s

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Behind the scenes of the Born x Raised / Nike ad shooting at Venice Beach.

Morning satellite imagery and the storm track forecast of Hurricane Jova, which is rapidly intensifying. Projections to be a MAJOR hurricane by Wednesday night. Stay tuned for any surf impacts for Los Angeles beaches.

Hurricane Jova will remain far offshore, but there is a potential for coastal impacts Friday through Monday.