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Robbery Suspect Arrested After Seven-Hour Standoff
At approximately 8:57 am on Saturday, December 14, Culver City Police received a report of a robbery that occurred Jin’s Shell Services at the corner

Hanukkah Celebtration at Culver Steps December 26
Chabad of Culver City and The Culver Steps will host a community Hanukkah celebration on the first night at The Culver Steps. celebrate Chanukah at

Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches
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,

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
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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
Pet License Penalty Fee Amnesty Period for Los Angeles County
The County of Los Angeles Department of Animal Care and Control (DACC) will waive all late penalties and field enforcement fees for pet owners purchasing

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

Culver City Names J.R Wright New Chief Information Officer
The City of Culver City is pleased to announce that J.R. Wright is the City’s new Chief Information Officer. He will lead the Information Technology

CCPD Crisis Negotiation Team Resolves Seven Hour Standoff with Robbery Suspect – Culver City Crossroads
At approximately 9am on Saturday, December 14, 2024, Culver City Police received a report of a robbery that occurred at a business on the 10300

Diversify by Design; CCHS Film & Art Students Get Professional Feedback – Culver City Crossroads
On December 6, 2024, Career Technical Education Film teacher Alexis Reyes and Art & Culture teacher Susana Fattorini took their classes on a field trip

Kirk Douglas Theatre to Present “In Gad We Trust” – Culver City Crossroads
Josh Gad is offering you a foolproof distraction from the inescapable existential dread of the present day in the form of an adventure. This “American

Robbery Suspect Arrested After Seven-Hour Standoff
At approximately 8:57 am on Saturday, December 14, Culver City Police received a report of a robbery that occurred Jin’s Shell Services at the corner

CCHS Students Win App Creation Honors from Lieu – Culver City Crossroads
Two Culver City High School students won awards from Congressman Ted Lieu’s Congressional App Challenge, a national competition aimed at encouraging high school students to

Backpacks for Kids Program Nets 5,000 Items During Last Weekend’s Annual Food Drive – Culver City Crossroads
Last Saturday and Sunday, the Backpacks for Kids program held its winter food drive at Pavilions on Jefferson and received 5,000 food item donations for

Another Phishing Scam Targets CCUSD Families – Culver City Crossroads
CCUSD Superintendent of Schools Dr. Brian Lucas sent an message to families in the District, calling attention to a ‘phishing’ scam. Lucas noted that “These

Public Votes on City Recycling Mascot Name – We Stan – Culver City Crossroads
The votes are in, Culver City! We’re proud to introduce our new recycling mascot: Stan (as in suSTANability)! Stan is here to help us stay

“Politics is a Mother, Raising Hell is Part of the Job” – Culver Arts to Screen Award Winning Documentary – Culver City Crossroads
Senate Majority Leader Loretta Weinberg flipped New Jersey on its head by unearthing the Bridgegate scandal, which caused the fast and hard fall of Governor

Culver City Welcomes New Chief Information Officer – Culver City Crossroads
The City of Culver City is pleased to announce that Jaime J.R. Wright is the City’s new Chief Information Officer. He will lead the Information

New Lighting in Media Park Illuminates Pergolas and Trees – Culver City Crossroads
Downtown just got a little brighter! Walk, ride or bike by Media Park and check out the new lighting installation that highlights the beauty of

Thousands Attend Annual Downtown Tree Lighting Ceremony
Thousands gathered in Downtown Culver City for the annual Tree Lighting & Sled-tacular tradition. CCUSD students sang beautiful tunes, local businesses provided delicious snacks, and