One of the handful of sick sea lions that have been coming on to the beach. Previous sea lion incident, Click Here
The musical lineup for the Santa Monica Pier 360 Beach Festival is here! This all star lineup is exclusively at Pier 360, the ultimate FREE beach festival, 6/24 + 6/25, only at the Pier.
From Santa Monica Close Up:
"In a concerning sighting today, Wednesday, June 21, 2023, a sea lion displaying signs of illness was spotted along the Santa Monica shoreline, raising concerns among residents and authorities. This incident comes amidst a recent surge in the number of sick sea lions reported by Animal Control."
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SMPD Press Release:
On June 20, 2023, at about 9:30 am, a lone suspect walked into the Wells Fargo Bank in Santa Monica located at 120 Broadway and used a demand note to rob the bank of approximately $1,100. The suspect fled the area on a bicycle. A description of the suspect and direction of travel were broadcasted to police officers and a short time later the suspect was located in the 2000 block of Ocean Front Walk.
The suspect, who was still in possession of the stolen money, was positively identified by witnesses and arrested for robbery.
IN CUSTODY: Franzino, Jordan Thomas DOB: 12-26-1994
Franzino, who is homeless, is from out of state.
Here's the arrest video:
From Santa Monica Close Up:
" In a significant development, Santa Monica police officers apprehended an individual at Santa Monica Beach, potentially tied to the daring bank robbery that unfolded at the Downtown Wells Fargo Bank earlier today. The arrest occurred on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, and has sparked intense interest in the community.
During the apprehension, the suspect, accompanied by a loyal canine companion, saw their beloved pet being taken into custody by Santa Monica Animal Control Officers. Acting in accordance with well-established protocols, the officers swiftly impounded the dog, ensuring its safety and well-being during this evolving situation. The custody of the canine follows the standard procedures implemented by Santa Monica Animal Control to safeguard the animal's welfare in such circumstances.
The circumstances surrounding the arrest and the alleged connection to the downtown heist have yet to be fully disclosed."
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Vandals smashed out the glass of two lifeguard towers in Will Rogers Beach that were recently painted to celebrate Pride month.
Lifeguard officials say they discovered the damage on Monday moring. Nothing of significance was taken from inside and repairs on both towers have already begun. In the meantime, both towers are still operable.
A police report was filed it is unclear if the vandalism is being investigated as a hate crime.
A Venice art /photo exhibit and fundraiser for the Pico Youth & Family Center, a community center serving Westside LA for over 20 years.
- Centerpiecing a Merrick Morton 1988 Venice Rolling Stone retrospective
- along with photography from Venice legend Josh "Bagel" Klassman, Robert Alvarez
- 80's Venice art installation and backdrop
- also featuring artists Juan Carlos Muñoz and Javier Perez
- Food, refreshments, and alcohol bar
- Raffles
- DJ Smokey Gurrl spinning
- Clothing Vendors
Sunday, June 25 · 2 - 7pm
Event is in Venice, undisclosed location, walking distance from Oakwood Park. 2 free drinks for the first 100 tickets. Get your tickets today. Only $20
For more info and to buy tickets, Click Here
Pico Youth & Family Center (PYFC) is a community-based nonprofit organization founded in 1999. PYFC provides an array of evidence-based educational services to empower underserved youth from Santa Monica's Pico Neighborhood and the Greater Los Angeles Area. With the help of highly-committed and caring staff, PYFC serves hundreds of youth and young adults ages 13 to 24 at its Youth Center (across from Santa Monica High School) and through community-based programs on a year-round basis. The services and resources provided by PYFC include counseling, tutoring, college tours, music studio, film and visual media studio, job readiness training, performing arts productions, and computer training.
Domino’s new Pinpoint Delivery is a new feature within the Domino’s app that provides you with even more ordering convenience when you’re out and about or on the go. Just drop a pin, place an order and you can receive your Domino’s favorites nearly anywhere including places such as beaches, parks, campsites, and more.
To use Domino’s Pinpoint Delivery™ you must pre-pay with debit, credit or gift card. Cash payments are not accepted.
Once a Domino’s Pinpoint Delivery™ order is placed, you will receive an estimated delivery time as well as instructions on how to meet your driver at the pickup spot. If you’re not at the pickup spot already, you’ll be able to navigate to it using the Domino’s app which will link out to Google or Apple Maps. Once you’ve arrived at the pickup spot, keep an eye on the map to see when your driver is getting close.
You can track your driver’s GPS location, as well as receive ETA updates via text notifications. When your driver arrives at the pickup location, you’ll have four minutes to meet them and retrieve your order.
As part of the Domino’s Pinpoint Delivery™ ordering experience, customers will need to provide a personal description of themselves to help the driver identify them (e.g., I’m wearing red shorts, a white tank top, etc.). This description is necessary to help your driver locate you at the pickup spot.
For more info, Click Here
From Santa Monica Close Up:
In an exclusive interview with Daisy, also known as Wa, a captivating story unfolds, revealing a remarkable relationship between her and the enigmatic figure referred to as the "Perfect Prince." Their connection, driven by shared interests, a deep passion for yoga, and a commitment to personal growth, sparks a transformative journey.
Click Here for more Stories about Venice Healer Daisy
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