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Nathan Hochman Sworn In as L.A. County District Attorney By Arnold Schwarzenegger

Nathan Hochman, a former federal prosecutor, and Assistant U.S. Attorney General was sworn in Monday as the 44th District Attorney of Los Angeles County. The ceremony, held outside the Hall of Justice, was attended by hundreds of elected leaders, law enforcement officials, prosecutors, and supporters. Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger administered the oath of office. […]

Culver City Observer Letters Policy

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“Cornucopia: Harvesting Broadway’s Best” – Culver City Observer

SMC Theatre Arts and Music students perform selections from the musical theatre genre The Santa Monica College Musical Theatre Workshop will celebrate live theater with performances of “Cornucopia: Harvesting Broadway’s Best” on Friday, Dec. 13, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 14, at 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 15, at 2 p.m. Performances […]

Bomb Threat at Former Governor Schwarzenegger’s Home on Thanksgiving

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) investigated a potential bomb threat Thursday at the Los Angeles-area home of actor and former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, authorities said. Officers from the Los Angeles Police Department responded to a call about a bomb allegedly placed in Schwarzenegger’s mailbox, according to a report by TMZ. After a search […]

Screenland 5K is Back – Culver City Observer

In preparation for the Screenland 5K on Oscar Sunday training has begun Find some fellow runners at the free workouts ‘running’ through February, and consider your costume; dressing like an athlete counts, too. Experienced runner May Wu tethers Sonya Chapnick, who has vision impairment, in first public workshop, last Sunday, at Culver City High School‘s […]

Santa Monica College to Stage “Romeo and Juliet

The Santa Monica College (SMC) Theatre Arts Department will perform the romantic tragedy “Romeo and Juliet” Nov. 22-Dec. 8 in the Theatre Arts Main Stage on the SMC Main Campus, 1900 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica. Written by William Shakespeare, “Romeo and Juliet” is a tragedy of star-crossed young lovers caught in an age-old vendetta between […]

West Basin Announces Six Events To Give Away Free Rain Barrels

Registration is open for service area residents to pick up free, 50-gallon rain barrels The West Basin Municipal Water District (West Basin) is making water conservation accessible to people who want an easy way to incorporate sustainability into their lives. West Basin will host six drive-through rain barrel pick-up events at locations throughout the service […]

USPS Recommended Mailing and Shipping Dates for 2024 Holiday Season

The U.S. Postal Service announced its recommended mailing and shipping dates for holiday mail and packages today. The following are recommended send-by dates for expected delivery before Dec. 25. 2024 Holiday Mailing and Shipping Dates for Items Sent to Addresses in the Contiguous United States (Lower 48 States): • USPS Ground Advantage service: Dec. 18 […]

Toys For Tots Toy Drive

Southern California firefighters, along with presenting sponsor Subaru, in celebrating the 32nd year of the Spark of Love Toy Drive – the largest community toy drive in the nation! This special community campaign collects new, unwrapped toys and sports equipment for children and teens in need. The Spark of Love Toy Drive will run through […]

Metro Moves to Cancel Metro-Funding Grant

Metro’s Board of Planning and Programming Committee unanimously approved a recommendation to punish Culver City by revoking $435,000 in grant funds previously awarded to the city for its Move Culver City transportation project. Metro LA granted Culver City MAT funds in the amount of $1.96 million for improvements related to mass transit in the downtown […]