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USC Falls to Rival UCLA Bruins 82-76 in Gritty Showdown

The USC Trojans fell short in an intense battle against their archrivals, the UCLA Bruins, losing 82-76 in front of a spirited home crowd. Despite a valiant effort, the Trojans couldn’t overcome a lack of production from key players and the physicality of their opponent. “It’s simple. The objective is to win the game,” said […]

Silver Alert Issued for Missing 90-Year-Old Culver City Man

Authorities issued a Silver Alert Monday for a 90-year-old man last seen in Culver City. Carl Kinsey was last seen around 9 a.m. Wednesday near the intersection of Washington Boulevard and McLaughlin Avenue, west of San Diego (405) Freeway, and is believed to be on foot, according to the California Highway Patrol. Kinsey was described […]

Council Members Chosen to Represent City on Agencies and Subcommittees 

At the meeting on January 27th, the City Council approved Council Members to represent the City on various “outside agencies” and on City Council Subcommittees for the new year. Some of the outside agency boards require the adoption of a resolution to make Culver City appointments to their bodies. The appointments include:  • Los Angeles […]

21 Organizations Selected for 2025 Performing Arts Grant Program

City Council awarded 21 organizations $202,223 for the 2025 Performing Arts Grant Program in music, theater and dance events. The Cultural Affairs Commission and staff have implemented Culver City‘s Performing Arts Grant Program since its inception in 1994. A Peer Review Panel consisting of seven independent individuals with professional performing arts expertise and non-profit arts […]

Apply to Be Culver City’s Next Artist Laureate

Are you an artist interested in serving as Artist Laureate for a diverse, creative city with engaged residents and a thriving art community? Here’s your opportunity! Submit a letter of interest to the Culver City Cultural Affairs Division to start your two-phase application process to be the City’s Artist Laureate. The application includes a letter […]

DoorDash Service Remains Suspended in Los Angeles Areas Impacted by Ongoing Fires

DoorDash Service Remains Suspended in Los Angeles Areas Impacted by Ongoing Fires Severe Weather Protocol activated for Dasher, merchant, customer safety In response to ongoing fires throughout Los Angeles County, DoorDash has activated its Severe Weather Protocol to pause operations in affected areas. DoorDash first suspended operations in impacted areas of Los Angeles and surrounding […]

Gray Whale Carcass Found in Santa Monica Bay

The carcass of a dead gray whale was discovered floating less than a mile off the coast of Marina del Rey on Saturday, February 1, its body partially consumed and missing most of its head, according to a report from USA Today. The cause of death remains unclear as researchers examine the carcass. Boaters spotted […]

LACCD Announces New Leadership – Culver City Observer

The Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Nicole Albo-Lopez as Deputy Chancellor and Dr. Leigh T. Sata as Vice Chancellor and Chief Facilities Executive. In these new roles, Dr. Albo-Lopez and Dr. Sata bring extensive leadership experience and a deep commitment to student success. It also strengthens […]

Governor Newsom issues order to help California capture and store more Water

What you need to know: Governor Newsom issued an executive order to maximize the capture and storage of additional water from upcoming storms in Northern California. In anticipation of a multi-day, significant atmospheric river in Northern California, Governor Gavin Newsom today issued an executive order that would make it easier to divert and store excess […]

King Day Celebration Moved to February 15

Due to the massive fires in Los Angeles Culver City move its celebration of King Day fromJanuary 18 and rescheduled it on February 1from 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM. The event will take place at Veterans Memorial Park, located at 4117 Overland Ave., in Culver City. The event will have Live Entertainment. Special Guests , […]