New Rules Recommended for Short-Term Rentals
The Beverly Hills Planning Commission voted 3-2 at its Nov. 14 meeting to recommend that City Council adopt an ordinance that would impose new regulations on short-term rentals.
‘The Seed of the Sacred Fig’—Spreading Hope
Conceived in prison, executed in secret and resulting in exile, Mohammad Rasoulof’s latest film, “The Seed of the Sacred Fig,” carries significance far greater than what exists on screen. A winner at this year’s Cannes Film Festival, it sealed the fates of all who worked
The Party Scene in Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills was abuzz the past few weeks with the party scene in full swing on Rodeo Drive and beyond. Here is a look at some of the openings, launches and charity events of note taking place as the holiday season gets underway.
Russell Stuart Recovering from Injuries Sustained in Carjacking Incident
Newly elected BHUSD Board Member Russell Stuart is set to be released from Cedars-Sinai Medical Center on Nov. 22, after being struck by a carjacked vehicle last week. The incident took place during the “Rodeo Nights, Holiday Lights” celebration on Nov. 14.
‘Rodeo Nights, Holiday Lights’ Launches the Holiday Season
The Rodeo Drive Committee, in collaboration with the city of Beverly Hills, hosted the annual Rodeo Drive holiday lighting celebration on Nov. 14.
Carjacking Mars Holiday Lighting Ceremony
A carjacking suspect struck and injured four people attending the Rodeo Nights Holiday Lights celebration in Beverly Hills on the evening of Nov. 14. Among those hit was newly elected Beverly Hills Unified School District Board Member Russell Stuart, who was taken away from the
BHPD Awarded $100,000 Traffic Safety Grant
The Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) has received a $100,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety to support its ongoing enforcement and education programs to reduce serious injuries and fatalities on local roads.
Labor Negotiations on City Council Agenda
At its Nov. 7 Regular Meeting, the city of Beverly Hills held its first hearing to solicit public input on upcoming labor negotiations with three of its sworn employee associations.
City Council Amends Municipal Code for Affordable Housing Units
After a months-long process that started in July, the City Council passed an ordinance to amend parts of the Beverly Hills Municipal Code involving affordable housing.
BHHS Students Excel in Hospitality Career Academy
For the second year in a row, the Beverly Hills High School (BHHS) Career Academy has provided opportunities for students enrolled in career education classes in the field of hospitality.