Nighttrek: What to See in the April Sky
The highlight of April is the opportunity to see the super bright planet Venus in the beautiful star cluster, the “Pleiades.” Look west after 8:30… Read More »Nighttrek: What to See in the April Sky
Media
Valley Virus Map Created by CSUN Professor
Just click on your city and see how many cases of coronavirus have been confirmed. As of April 1, Woodland Hills has 25. The new… Read More »Valley Virus Map Created by CSUN Professor
West Hills Hospital Seeks Donations
West Hills Hospital has reached out to the community during this time of uneasiness and continual change. COVID has had significant effects on the healthcare… Read More »West Hills Hospital Seeks Donations
Worried About Symptoms? Dignity Launches Virtual Urgent Care
[ Dignity Health today announced the launch of a free virtual urgent care service, Virtual Care Anywhere, for anyone in our community experiencing mild to… Read More »Worried About Symptoms? Dignity Launches Virtual Urgent Care
Coronavirus News (Updated as Needed)
March 23, 2020 -Mayor Garcetti is expanding the moratorium on evictions to include the Ellis Act and tenants will have 6 months to pay it… Read More »Coronavirus News (Updated as Needed)
Beloved Valley Leader Passes
Gary M. Thomas, one of the San Fernando Valley’s most active and admired community leaders, died last Friday, March 6, at the UCLA Medical Center… Read More »Beloved Valley Leader Passes
Tarzana Family Quarantined for Coronavirus
The L.A. Department of Health today announced four new cases of the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) in LA County. The total number of cases now… Read More »Tarzana Family Quarantined for Coronavirus
Preparing for a Possible Pandemic
News about the new coronavirus and its global spread is coming at all of us hard and fast. Whether you like to get your news… Read More »Preparing for a Possible Pandemic
Grocery Store Shake-Up
Encino residents were seemingly blindsided to hear that Ralph’s at Hayvenhurst and Ventura will soon be shutting its doors. During the first week of January,… Read More »Grocery Store Shake-Up
Hazmat Team Called to Hotel Drug Scare
LAPD’s hazmat team was called to the Extended Stay hotel on Ventura Boulevard near Winnetka on Tuesday after four guests used drugs laced with fentanyl.… Read More »Hazmat Team Called to Hotel Drug Scare
Aah Shucks!…Iconic Store to Close January 5
An iconic institution whose storefront was easily recognizable to Valley residents is closing its doors. After 40 years in business, Aah’s! The Ultimate Gift Store… Read More »Aah Shucks!…Iconic Store to Close January 5
Over Two Dozens Cars Vandalized in Calabasas
The L.A. County Sheriff’s Department is seeking suspects in rampant vandalism Tuesday night. At least 29 cars were spray painted and had tires slashed in… Read More »Over Two Dozens Cars Vandalized in Calabasas
A Christmas “Tail” of Salvation
If you’re not a dog lover, you may not connect. Flip to the articles about the local business bootcamps or the myriad of entertainment options… Read More »A Christmas “Tail” of Salvation
Sweet Beginnings of Candy Cane Lane
It was the brainchild of just two women meeting for a “coffee klatch.” The year was 1950, and Mooie Harrington and June Ashen lived on… Read More »Sweet Beginnings of Candy Cane Lane
CicLAvia Comes to the Valley
For the first time, CicLAvia is coming to the valley! Walk, roll, dance, or bike down Sherman Way on Sunday, December 8 from 9 am… Read More »CicLAvia Comes to the Valley
The State of School Safety
Certain topics bring pause to a conversation, change the mood of a dialogue and frankly are outright difficult to talk about. And yet, they must… Read More »The State of School Safety
(Un)Real Estate Numbers for Encino: $20 Million Sale Proves Celebs are “Suckers” for the Neighborhood
In the late summer of 1789, Spanish Conquistador Gaspar De Portola led an expedition of 64 men and 100 mules over what is now the… Read More »(Un)Real Estate Numbers for Encino: $20 Million Sale Proves Celebs are “Suckers” for the Neighborhood
Honoring Those Who Served: New Veterans Garden Dedicated
They came from all branches of the military. Every war from WWII to Desert Storm. Dozens of veterans took part in the dedication of the… Read More »Honoring Those Who Served: New Veterans Garden Dedicated
Calabasas Settles With Edison for $4 Million
The City of Calabasas has announced a $4 million settlement with Southern California Edison to resolve wildfire claims resulting from the 2018 Woolsey Fire. Calabasas’… Read More »Calabasas Settles With Edison for $4 Million
Draft Report: Woolsey Fire – One Year Later
It was a typical Saturday morning, but the meeting at Agoura High School was anything but typical. The people in attendance were there to hear… Read More »Draft Report: Woolsey Fire – One Year Later
Holiday Job Fair!
‘Tis the season when retailers are prepping for the holiday season and need extra sets of helping hands! Are you looking for part-time, full-time or… Read More »Holiday Job Fair!
Fire Season is Here, What Happens Now?
We almost made it to the first anniversary of the Woolsey Fire. Eleven months after one of the most destructive fires in our state’s history,… Read More »Fire Season is Here, What Happens Now?
Grassroots Petition Started to Save Jim’s BBQ
For 12 years Jim’s Fallbrook Market has been serving up barbecue hot from their parking lot grills every weekend with no issues. A neighborhood favorite… Read More »Grassroots Petition Started to Save Jim’s BBQ
One Man’s Crusade to Save Lives
Agoura resident and Blue Dog Beer Tavern owner Paul Scrivano didn’t think anything was wrong. He was tired, but chalked it up to riding herd… Read More »One Man’s Crusade to Save Lives
Open House Attacker Arrested
A man who physically assaulted a real estate agent at an open house in Encino has been arrested and identified. Alen Karaboghosian, 45, was taken… Read More »Open House Attacker Arrested
Cops Warn Thieves are Getting Smarter
With the recent trend of homeowners installing Ring cameras to amp up their personal security, thieves are starting to get smart to the idea… The… Read More »Cops Warn Thieves are Getting Smarter
You’ve Got IT San Fernando Valley
Okay San Fernando Valley, tell me you haven’t seen “IT 2” yet? IT (pun intended) fails in many ways; the pace lags, the dialogue at… Read More »You’ve Got IT San Fernando Valley
Stolen Dog Found in Abandoned Truck
A two-day search for “Teddy,” who was stolen, along with his owners’ truck, last Sunday, had a happy ending. The truck was stolen from Whole… Read More »Stolen Dog Found in Abandoned Truck
Exposés on “Crimebusters” Lead to Investigation of LAPD SLO’s
Several online magazines, including L.A. Magazine and The Knock, have published exposés this week about the West Valley social media groups “Crimebusters of West Hills… Read More »Exposés on “Crimebusters” Lead to Investigation of LAPD SLO’s
Online Prank Leads Homeless to Tarzana Mansion to Find Shelter
Countless homeless have shown up at a Tarzana mansion looking for shelter only to be turned away by the residents who are becoming increasingly frustrated… Read More »Online Prank Leads Homeless to Tarzana Mansion to Find Shelter
The City Has Gone to the…Rats?
Oh rats! Major cities, including Los Angeles, have shown a recent spike in rat infestations fueled by the ever-increasing presence of homeless encampments as well… Read More »The City Has Gone to the…Rats?
City Ban on Sleeping in Cars Expired and Not Renewed
A City of Los Angeles law barring people from sleeping in cars parked on residential streets expired at the end of June. The City Council… Read More »City Ban on Sleeping in Cars Expired and Not Renewed
City Council Cracks Down on Unlicensed Pot Shops
In the valley, there is a proliferation of pot shops. Some are legal, many more are unlicensed. Legal dispensaries, such as Atrium, So Cal Co-op… Read More »City Council Cracks Down on Unlicensed Pot Shops
Tapping Into Rescue Tactics
Tap…tap…tap…tap. Five minutes ago, you were doing paperwork or talking on the phone in your secure office building in Haiti, and then in the next… Read More »Tapping Into Rescue Tactics
What to See in the June Sky
The highlight of June comes on Tuesday night, June 18. There will be a double conjunction. Look west after sunset. The red planet, Mars, and… Read More »What to See in the June Sky
Summer “Concerts on the Green” Take the Stage June 9
Valley Cultural Center’s “Concerts on the Green” summer concert series will kick off next Sunday, June 9, with Ambrosia, with special guest Peter Beckette and… Read More »Summer “Concerts on the Green” Take the Stage June 9
Canoga Park Honors Veterans on Memorial Day
This year, the Canoga Park Memorial Parade will be honoring fallen veterans from all military campaigns, including the Civil War. Dubbed “A big-city event with… Read More »Canoga Park Honors Veterans on Memorial Day
Supreme Court Denies Review of Gavin Smith Murder
The California Supreme Court upheld the prior ruling in the case of drug dealer John Creech, who was found guilty of voluntary manslaughter in the… Read More »Supreme Court Denies Review of Gavin Smith Murder
Girl Claims Drugging at Calabasas Mansion Party
Over the weekend, YouTube star Jake Paul threw a party at his Calabasas mansion that resulted in a woman’s claim that she had been drugged… Read More »Girl Claims Drugging at Calabasas Mansion Party
Bobcat Litter Born to Woolsey Fire Survivor
Despite the destruction the Woolsey Fire left in its wake, it only takes a quick glance at the hillsides to see that the environment is… Read More »Bobcat Litter Born to Woolsey Fire Survivor
