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Beverly Hills Hit Hard by New Dining Restrictions

“I have never experienced the kind of pushback I am hearing,” Hahn said of the in-person dining ban. “The public doesn’t think that that recommendation is right, and they don’t think it’s going to work, and they are really losing faith and trust in the decisions that we’re making.”

Council Bans Unpermitted Assemblies at Beverly Gardens Park

“These gatherings definitely restrict the ability of others in the community to enjoy Beverly Gardens Park for other public uses, including recreation,” said City Attorney Laurence Weiner.

Final Work Finishing on BHUSD Oil Well Project

“Work is now in progress to address minor leaks on the two wells previously identified to require additional plugging work. This additional plugging work is anticipated to be completed by December 2020,” Beverly Hills Director of Public Works Shana Epstein told the Courier.

Community Meeting Set for Draft Complete Streets Plan

The Draft Complete Streets Plan is a mobility policy plan that includes a comprehensive analysis of pedestrian, bicycle, street networks, and emerging transportation modes and technologies.

Council Expands Medical Use, Continues Scooter Ban

“We are deeply saddened that the city staff did not reach out to us before bringing this item back before council without updated data figures,” Tim Harder, senior manager for government partnerships for Bird, said in a written comment.

Limited Stay at Home Order Takes Effect

To date, the agency has identified 353,232 positive cases of COVID-19 across all areas of L.A. County, and a total of 7,363 deaths. In Beverly Hills, there have been 870 cases of COVID-19 and 12 deaths.

Visions in Light: Windows on The Wallis Open Now

The City of Beverly Hills and Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts have teamed up with TZ Projects to launch “Visions in Light: Windows on The Wallis.”

FEATURE INTERVIEW – RINGO STARR – A Rare Conversation

I send peace and love to everyone having a hard time or feeling lonely. It is a tough time, but we all have to get through this together.

City Council Approves Settlement with Metro

“I support the settlement agreement,” said Vice Mayor Robert Wunderlich. “I do think it provides benefits for both the City and Metro.”

Feedback Sought on Temporary Intersection Enhancements

The demonstration project aims to illustrate the potential for pedestrian amenities that could be expanded in other parts of the City. The project will remain in place for at least six months.

BHUSD Considers Waiver Process

“However, and it’s not a popular thing to say. But it certainly would not be my recommendation to bring back these students in December, right before winter break,” said Bregy at the Nov. 10 meeting.

City Approves Final EIR for Metro North Portal

“I feel somewhat responsible for us being here, because it was three years ago that I stood on the corner of Reeves and Wilshire as the cars whizzed by and basically said, how are visitors going to get from this side of the street to that? There is no stoplight, there is no crosswalk, there is no parking, there is no off-street loading and no security or bathrooms,” Savenick said.

Beverly Hills Increases COVID Rent Aid

“These are desperate times, we’ve heard pleas from people, I think we can easily add another $550,000 to it,” said Mirisch, who was supported by Councilmember Lili Bosse.

Beverly Hills Adopts Mixed Use Ordinance

“It’s a form of corporate welfare and it’s a developer giveaway—there’s just no other way to put it,” he said.

BHPD Makes Arrest in Alleged Hate Crime

How Beverly Hills Voted

Two out of the 15 precincts in the City supported President Trump’s reelection.

Visions in Light: Windows on The Wallis Opens Nov. 19

The show is part of the Embrace & Celebrate Culture initiative, a new Citywide inter-Commission collaboration to celebrate diversity and create a greater culture of inclusion, equity and belonging in the City of Beverly Hills.

Finance Committee Considers Changes to Bid Process

“In a City where demands are high for new projects and services, this would assist departments in being able to enter into these contracts more quickly, but with the same level of compliance required on an annual basis for obtaining quotes/formal bids, respectively based on the annual purchasing thresholds,” it reads.

Halloween Haunts in Beverly Hills

“We’re building a house on Alta Drive, but while it is under construction, we wanted to keep the festivities going,” Flagg told the Courier.

State Proposition Results Mixed

“Proposition 15 will raise taxes on commercial properties, undoing the protections of Proposition 13 and leading to higher costs for all businesses, including small businesses,” the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce (BHCC) stated in its endorsement. Prop. 15 is currently narrowly losing, with nearly 52 percent of voters casting “no” ballots.

Janet Salter
 — December 10, 1922 – October 31, 2020

Early on, she became part of the Beverly Hills Theatre Guild, which honored comedians, actors and singers and raised funds for struggling playwrights.

Rent Stabilization Commission Examines Relocation Fees

At the outset of the discussion, Commission Chair Lou Milkowski described the subject as “a real meat-on-the-bone type of legislation for us to look at.”

Freedom Rally Tests City’s New Security

“The hiring of Santa Paula PD, the hiring of the security guards, wasn’t on a whim,” he said. “It was months of planning.”

Restaurant in Beverly Hills Victimized by Alleged Hate Crime

Still, he added, “Even after it all happened, we don’t hate anybody.”

Election Results for BHUSD School Board and Measure RP

Trailing slightly behind Stern, Tryfman came in at 16.82 percent of the vote, with 4,343 ballots cast in her favor.

Memorial Held for BHHS Student

Given the ongoing pandemic, the Jewish Club implemented strict social distancing measures and mandatory face coverings at the memorial.

Metro K-Rail Closures Continue

The Metro K-Rail work zone within the center lanes of the Wilshire Boulevard/San Vicente Boulevard intersection is expected to continue through the month of December

Sports Gatherings Blamed for Spike in COVID-19 Cases

“At many of these gatherings, people were together without distancing or wearing face coverings, often inside, and unfortunately, at times they were transmitting COVID-19 to other people,” said a statement this week from Public Health.

Beverly Hills Considers L.A. Marathon In COVID Era

“With us no longer being in Santa Monica, [there is an] opportunity to do joint marketing with your Conference and Visitors Bureau and the hotels in Beverly Hills to fill those up for the marathon,” he said.

BHPD Awarded Grant

“These are trying times, and now more than ever, it is important that we are at the forefront of traffic safety.

Fire Damages JEM Community Center in Beverly Hills

According to Barton, the fire was extinguished in 20 minutes.

BHPD Chief Addresses Mask Enforcement at Rallies

“There isn’t a day that goes by that I don’t get many calls regarding mask wearing,” said Councilmember Lili Bosse at the Oct. 27 Study Session.

Beverly Hills City Council Passes Ordinance on Assemblies

“My instinct is, and I’ve talked to an awful lot of people about this, and they’re nervous,” Councilmember Dr. Julian Gold said.

Mixed Use Sparks Debate

“It’s the same findings and same discretionary review process that any commercial building or multifamily building is subjected to,” Gohlich said.

Solid Waste Rate Hike in Store for Beverly Hills in 2021

“The state requires 50 percent diversion,” she explained. “We’ve had 60 percent diversion for a number of years, sometimes higher.”

County Public Health Cautions Not to Let Guard Down

“We have been living the realities of this pandemic for eight months, and these times have been full of loss and difficulties.

Jackie Lacey Sued This Week by BLM-LA Co-founder

“If there was merit in this lawsuit or if it was being offered sincerely, it would have been filed at some point prior to today.”

Beverly Hills Courier Endorses Donna Tryfman and Mary Wells for School Board

Beverly Hills Chamber Hosts Virtual “Back to Business”

“We have the One Beverly Hills project, which is a combination of the old Wanda Robinson May project and the Beverly Hilton project, which is now one combined piece of property that is going to be developed,” said Friedman.

Beverly Hills Police Department Prepares for Election Day

The City will start implementing the security measures on Oct. 31.

Visionary Women to Host “Women on the Frontier of Science: Cloning, COVID & Cancer Reimagined”

“We are incredibly lucky to have Megan and Johenese speak to Visionary Women about their pivotal roles in helping to educate and heal the world through transformative scientific advancement,” said Shelley Reid, President of Visionary Women.

Beverly Hills Announces New Inter-Commission Collaborative

Arts & Culture Commissioner Deborah Frank pointed out the groundbreaking nature of the new collaboration.

BHUSD Unveils “Ready Together” Plan

While BHUSD is not able to bring back the student body in its entirety yet, the 77-page “Ready Together” reopening plan provides a thorough blueprint for all on how to safely return to—and stay in—the physical classroom.

BHUSD Candidates Make Their Case

The Courier asked the seven candidates vying for one of three open seats to describe how each would address some of the biggest challenges the District faces.

Packed Agenda for Beverly Hills City Council on Oct. 13

“Thomas embodies exactly what this award is about,” said Human Relations Commission Chair Ori Blumenfeld.

City Council Agrees to $4.8M for Additional Security and Police

“As you know, the challenges facing the City and this department over the last year have greatly increased,” said Chief Rivetti, justifying the overhires

COVID-19 Makes Halloween Too Scary for Beverly Hills

“We want to keep heading down the path of recovery from COVID-19, we don’t want to take steps back,” Friedman told the Courier.

Beverly Hills Mixed Use Ordinance Considered by City Council

“The number of housing units would be based on the site area of the project, and the height is based on the neighboring properties maximum height,” she said.

Beverly Hills Considers Appeal to Housing Allotment

“For example, an ‘unrealistically high’ RHNA allocation based on market trends and lack of vacant land is not considered to be legitimate grounds for appeal,” the Staff Report reads.

Halloween Events and Safety: Drive-Thru or Drive-In

To add more intrigue, the trail was specifically selected by producer, director and actress Amber Benson, known for her portrayal of Tara Maclay on “Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Clean Power Alliance Doubles COVID-19 Customer Relief Commitment

Under the CPA bill credit program, residential customers are entitled to a one-time $25 bill credit when they sign up for certain statewide programs.

Williams & Williams to Launch Their Own Firm

They are also experienced designers and developers.

L.A. County Rolls Out New Health Measures

“The County’s partnership with SafePass is a valuable tool to help slow the spread of COVID-19 throughout our region,” said Supervisor Kathryn Barger, Chair of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.

Spirit of Hope Lunch Will Take Place Virtually

Funds raised at this year’s luncheon will support Tower Cancer Research Foundation’s work in the areas of both cancer research and patient support.

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New Mural Brightens Up Beverly Hills

Hoogveld created the mural this week in approximately five days.

Simon Wiesenthal Center Applauds Newsom’s Veto on Ethnic Studies Requirement

On Oct. 1, the Simon Wiesenthal Center released a statement commending Newsom’s veto of the bill.

Voting Begins in Beverly Hills

“Once a voter enters the Vote Center, the Los Angeles County Registrar/Recorder staff manages the voting experience which would include the enforcement of social distancing and face covering requirements inside the Vote Center,” City Clerk Huma Ahmed told the Courier.

#ExperienceBH: Beverly Hills Institution Wally’s with Erika and Christian

The Beverly Hills Courier is excited to share the first in a series of videos meant to show all that Beverly Hills has to offer.

Beverly Hills Small Businesses Are Resilient

“We are trying to survive but we only have room for seven tables outside,” owner Saeyoung (aka Sara) told the Courier. 

UCLA’s Andrea Ghez Wins Nobel Prize in Physics

“Twenty-five years is a long time,” Ghez said of her career.

Beverly Hills to Host Virtual Design Charrettes for Connect Beverly Hills

During the upcoming Virtual Design Charrette, the project team will share ideas for the streetscape plan, design standards, and proposed Mobility Hub at Wilshire/North Gale.

Beverly Hills Bar Association Hosts D.A. Debate

Gascon said that qualified immunity was primarily a federal issue, “however, I believe that state law can definitely provide relief.”

Beverly Hills Art Show Goes Virtual

“The beloved Beverly Hills Art Show is a community favorite that has drawn crowds of 40,000 over the two-day weekend, pre-COVID-19.

Weekend Sees A Trio of Protests in Beverly Hills

Commission Recommends a Ban on Trick-or-Treating in Beverly Hills

Much of Beverly Hills has forgotten about the virus, but the virus hasn’t forgotten about us.”

Public Comment Invited on Lots 12 and 13

The City has contracted with Lindmark Engineering to peer review the draft plan and submit comments to the DTSC on its behalf.

Petersen Automotive Museum Gala Raises Record Funds

“Our 26th Annual Gala Celebration was our most successful gala to date,” said Petersen Automotive Museum Executive Director Terry L. Karges.

Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Announces Golden Palm Honorees

This year’s winner is Courier Publisher John Bendheim. “John Bendheim is a staple in the community of Beverly Hills, both personally and professionally.

No Labor Day COVID-19 Spike

“To everyone who is mourning people who have passed away from COVID-19, we keep you in our thoughts and in our hearts,” said Director of Public Health Dr. Barbara Ferrer in a statement.

Beverly Hills Youth Earns Congressional Award Gold Medal

“For voluntary service, I did a few things. I tutored through one of Beverly Hills’ After-School Programs.

Beverly Hills Bar Association Hosts D.A. Candidate Debate Oct. 6

“We are honored to host this debate in the most-watched district attorney election in the nation,” said Adam Siegler, who will begin his term as BHBA’s President on Oct. 1.

Beverly Hills Fire Department Promotes Fire Prevention Week

The purpose of the campaign is to educate community members about important actions they can take to keep themselves and those around them safe when it comes to home fire prevention.

Fashion-Themed Holiday Décor Proposed for Rodeo Drive

“If you are a fan of fashion and appreciate glamour, this allows you to dream and be anywhere you want to be,” she said.

Beverly Hills Chamber Supports North Beverly Metro Portal

“The three choices for the North portal, none of them solve any of those problems,” he said.

50 Years of Healthcare Helped by Beverly Hills

“It was poor,” Fern Seizer, a Beverly Hills resident and former Executive Director of the Clinic, told the Courier. “It was really medically underserved because there were very few doctors, and those who were there didn’t take Medi-Cal, which is Medicaid in California.”

Beverly Hills Mixed Use on Agenda at Upcoming Hearings

The density “bonus” and other concessions that a developer receives depend on certain factors. Those factors include the percentage of affordable housing units in a project and the level of affordability of those units.

Beverly Hills Courier Fall Fashion Style Magazine

The Courier’s Fall Fashion Style Magazine features exclusive interviews and fashion previews, trends from the (virtual) N.Y. runways, insights from L.A.’s hottest stylists and more.

EDD Fraud Arrests Continue in Beverly Hills

The Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) continues to make arrests connected to California Employment Development Department (EDD) fraud.

Fashion Forward

Red Carpets, press junkets, award shows and production schedules have all changed. But, fashion abides. The Courier spoke to two of the town’s hottest stylists about trends, predictions and adapting to the new normal. 

L.A. County Remains at Tier 1 Risk Level

As the United States passes the tragic milestone of 200,000 lives lost to COVID-19, Los Angeles County officials warn that the County may be on the brink of another spike unless residents continue observing health precautions.

Hundreds Gather for Rosh Hashanah Observance at Beverly Hills Park

The pandemic has curtailed indoor religious services, leaving so many wondering how to pray, hear the shofar and come together during the Jewish High Holy Days.

Park Rangers Adjust to New Role in Pandemic

As COVID-19 has reshaped our relationship with public spaces, it has also added challenges for those tasked with maintaining those spaces.

Nate ‘n Al’s Continues Operations on North Beverly Drive

A joint statement released on Sept. 23 by the City of Beverly Hills and “Nate ‘n Al’s Then and Now” announced that the iconic Beverly Hills delicatessen, Nate ‘n Al’s, will remain open at its current location at 414 North Beverly Drive.

Holocaust Education Crucial as Extremism Rises

Since sundown on Sept. 18, Jews around the world began observing their holiest days on the calendar in the strange, virtual format of the era of COVID-19.

A Fashion Phenom in Beverly Hills

From Compton to Couture. From learning in sweat shops to presenting on the biggest Fashion Week runways around the world, Johana Hernandez is a Latinx millennial sensation.

BHPD Confiscates Nearly $3 Million in EDD Fraud Arrests

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the EDD has paid out more than $81.8 billion in unemployment benefits since March.

Exercise, Wellness and Pampering has Taken to the Rooftops

You can also arrange a class with Natural Pilates of Brentwood who has set up their outdoor studio in the parking lot with tents. “It’s a beautiful and welcoming atmosphere that their clients and our guests have really enjoyed,” Clark told the Courier. “They are also hosting a yoga retreat in October.”

Beverly Center Paints the City

“Beverly Center is proud to partner with PTCP and this group of talented local artists to provide a public space to showcase their meaningful work as a way to create positive change in our community,” said Jackie Plaza, Marketing and Sponsorship Director of Beverly Center.

Beverly Hills Residents Voice Support for Protestors

For Liza Raffi, a Persian-Jewish graduate of Beverly Hills High School who addressed the Regular Meeting via video, the statements by police were “callous and disingenuous.”

Beverly Hills City Council Supports Prop. 20

Citing unintended consequences and increasing crime statistics, Prop. 20 advocates say it is time to amend those laws.

Preparedness Takes Center Stage in Beverly Hills

The City already has a head start in the preparedness arena. In July, it launched “Just in Case, BH” to keep the community informed and well connected in the event of a  natural disaster or other local emergency.

Counseling During COVID-19 in Beverly Hills

“They’re very familiar with the remote platforms,” Callah said. “Their classes are being taught over Zoom, and they know that this is the reality, but I think it’s also a very, very far cry from what they had expected to be doing when they envisioned themselves starting out their clinical work, seeing their first clients.”

Rent Assistance Program Approved

“It’s not so much the assets,” Councilmember Dr. Julian Gold clarified, “it’s the amount of income the assets generate on a monthly basis.”

Beverly Hills Police Seize $500,000 in Fraudulent Debit Cards

Police Chief Dominick Rivetti described additional details to the Courier about the methods used by the scammers.

On the Roof in Beverly Hills and Beyond

If smokey mezcal margaritas are on your mind, and you like the idea of cocktails that give back, Madre Oaxacan & Mezcaleria (with three locations in L.A., including West Hollywood), will be in residence at Terra every Thursday in September.  The rooftop lounge at Eataly Westfield Century City, is serving three of Madre’s most popular cocktails to go along with the restaurant’s Italian fare from 5-9 p.m. A portion of the proceeds from each drink sold will be donated to Restaurants Care, which provides financial relief to restaurant workers all across California. 

Beverly Hills Lags in Census Response

While census data collection was originally scheduled to end on Aug. 15, Congress granted the Census Bureau an extension until Oct. 31 given the outbreak of the novel coronavirus. But the census found itself the subject of controversy yet again when the Bureau announced it would cease operations at the end of September, citing the Dec. 31 deadline to send the final count to Congress.

Rent Stabilization Commission Referees Landlords-Tenants

In the Sept. 9 hearing, the commission adjudicated its second tenant-landlord dispute, a contentious case involving a tenant in a luxury penthouse apartment on Roxbury Drive. In that case, the tenant, a producer, claimed that her income had been substantially impacted by the shutdown of the film and TV industry.

Cedars-Sinai Hosting Beverly Hills Blood Drive

Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good general health. Individuals taking common daily medications (cholesterol, blood pressure, birth control, antidepressants, thyroid, even diabetics taking insulin) may donate blood.

COVID-19 May Curtail Halloween in Beverly Hills

To date, Public Health has identified 249,859 positive cases of COVID-19 across all areas of L.A. County, and a total of 6,090 deaths.

CORE Offers COVID-19 Testing

CORE is offering private testing to production units first due to the highly contained and close-knit nature of the communities. The organization has been commissioned by the AFI Film School to provide testing services for their student film productions.

WeHo to Reopen Helen Albert Farmers’ Market on Sept. 14

West Hollywood is encouraging customers to limit interactions with other customers and vendors and to move through the Farmers’ Market as quickly as possible in order to allow for others waiting for entrance to have an opportunity to shop.

Visionary Women to Feature “Tiger Mom” Author Amy Chua in Virtual Salon

Chua has lectured widely around the world, including at the World Bank, the Aspen Ideas Festival, the Brookings Institution, the World Knowledge Forum in Seoul, and the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Voting Procedures Announced for Beverly Hills

“While we really can’t say for sure what our situation will be in November, we have no choice but to plan based on information we have today,” said City Clerk Huma Ahmed.

Labor Day – New in Beverly Hills and Beyond

Michelin-star Chef Brendan Collins of Fia in Santa Monica has gone back to his British roots with Market Tavern at the Original Farmers Market.

Cafe@BHUSD Will Feed All Beverly Hills Children

“We are delighted to be able to offer at no charge an abundance of fresh, healthy produce for all Beverly Hills children!

Councilmember Mirisch Calls for Social Justice

“Clippers coach and basketball legend Doc Rivers said, ‘We’ve got to do better, but we’ve got to demand better,’” Mirisch said.

Beverly Hills City Auditor Delivers Real Estate Report

“The report found that generally rent is escalated and assessed as required,” the audit stated.

Beverly Hills Eateries Participate in dineL.A. Restaurant Week

“We have always had a very good turnout for dineL.A. We really like it. We have a special menu for dineL.A. and a special menu on top of that one,” said Vericella.

Beverly Hills PD Gives Advice for Pedestrian Safety Month

“Cell phone use by pedestrians does not appear to be disproportionately contributing to fatal pedestrian crashes,” the report stated.

New Name for L.A. Museum of the Holocaust

“Holocaust Museum Los Angeles is a subtle, simple and powerful way of pivoting from being Los Angeles-centric to Holocaust education for the city to additionally expand to the rest of the the world,” said Beth Kean, CEO, Holocaust Museum LA.

Beverly Hills 9/11 Memorial Ceremony Cancelled

City officials told the Courier that since next year is the 20th anniversary of the attacks, the ceremony is expected to be larger in scale.

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Another Deadly Shooting in 90210 Postal Code

“We saw that our furniture outside our bedroom was broken and overturned,” the neighbor wrote in the police report.

Rally Turns Violent as Extremist Groups Take Part

Along with the “Trump 2020” flags, rally-goers also brought a Confederate flag and a “Three Percenter” flag. The Southern Poverty Law Center classifies Three Percenters as an “anti-government” group.

Beverly Hills Salons Want Full Reopening

“This is the saftest place to be other than your own home,” Cristophe told the Courier. “Doing hair outside, I feel it’s really not appropriate because first of all, you’re in working 105 degrees temperature right now.

Beverly Hills Seeks Public Comment on Metro EIR

The original plans included two stations in Beverly Hills on Wilshire/La Cienega and Wilshire/Rodeo.

County Making Inroads on COVID-19

“A very important part of our recovery is getting our children back to schools. Yesterday, the state released new guidance about newly permitted activities at all schools across the state to help students at high risk and high need. 

City Shines a Light on Overdose Awareness

Financial resources won’t insulate a family, either. At one point, Shamash was spending $11,000 per month for her son’s treatment.

Metro Votes For WeHo and “Going Fareless”

“L.A. Metro has a moral obligation to pursue a fareless system and help our region recover from both a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic and the devastating effects of the lack of affordability in the region,” Metro CEO Phillip Washington said.

Beverly Hills Pivots to Parklets and Hotel Offices

The hotel sees this as a stepping-stone solution. “We certainly hope that we can all return to more ‘normal’ operations sooner rather than later, but if the need for this service remains, we are here to provide it,” added Velasquez.

Meet Beverly Hills HS Senior Who is Miss California Teen US

I’m looking forward to creating more kindness walls across the United States because I saw how much of an impact it had on others and I saw how much it really changed our school overall.

Beverly Hills Investigates Local TikTok “Collab House”

“They blocked both sides of the streets with cars, they were blocking some of my neighbor’s driveways,” she told the Courier.

Historic Beverly Hills School Year Begins

“I’m so excited for you to meet your teachers and see what they have planned for you,” Bregy said.

Beverly Hills Passes Resolution Against Anti-Semitism

“I have been harassed and pressured for weeks by my fellow students because they opposed one of my identities,” Ritch wrote in a letter announcing her resignation.

Beverly Hills City Council Approves New CIP Budget

“This is the context in which we developed the CIP, recognizing this shortage of funds for the next year,” said Harrison.

Fewer Businesses Cited for COVID-19 Health Violations

To date, Public Health has conducted investigations at close to 30,000 workplaces. Recent statistics are encouraging, in terms of business compliance with the Health Officer Order.

Flour Shop Opens in Beverly Hills

“We’ve been working on opening this location for about a year,” Holly Ohanessian, director of retail told the Courier.

Public Encouraged to Take Part in “Connect Beverly Hills” Survey

Amenities such as landscaping, lighting, public art, sidewalk furniture, bus shelters and more are all part of the mix.

Beverly Hills High Student Wins Beauty Pageant

Beverly Hills High School student Alana Morgan was crowned Miss California Teen USA on Aug. 9.

Seven Declare Candidacy for Beverly Hills School Board

The Courier spoke to the seven candidates vying for one of three open seats on the BHUSD Board of Education. Here is what they had to say.

Beverly Hills Avoids Setback in Cannabis Delivery Case

“The tentative decision doesn’t appear to affect the City of Beverly Hills since we do indeed have regulations in place,” he told the Courier.

Beverly Hills Robberies Result in Arrests

“We then called in the Los Angeles Police Department to safely stop the vehicle and the chase ensued at that point,” Subin said.

Beverly Hills Personal Care Professionals Protest

“How is it clean for a manicurist to sit on a piece of cardboard on pavement giving someone a pedicure or cut hair in an alleyway?” Joyce Marie, owner of facial spa Joyce Marie of Beverly Hills told the Courier.

#WalkAway Rally Draws Hundreds to Beverly Hills

“I want the freedom to accept or reject vaccination for myself and my minor children,” said the handout. “The state or federal government cannot force me or my minor children to be vaccinated without my express permission.”

Councilmembers Koretz and Ryu Fight Party Houses

The motion takes aim at loopholes in the current regulations around short-term rentals that allow renters to turn the properties into ad hoc nightclubs. Short-term rental and home-sharing services through sites like Craigslist and Airbnb often find themselves linked to the parties.

George Christy 1927-2020

Philanthropist Wendy Goldberg, told the Courier that Christy “had one of the brightest, clearest minds of anybody I’ve ever known.

Getaway for a Day, Close to Beverly Hills

If you’re craving a more urban atmosphere, missed during your annual culture trip to New York, downtown L.A. has new skyline offerings.

L’Ermitage Hotel Acquired for $100 Million

“We’ve had interest from every continent except Antarctica,” he said. “We’ve had private equity companies, real estate investment funds, real estate investment management companies, high net worth individuals and corporations [with] funds to invest.”

Beverly Hills and L.A. Confront Party Houses

“All around, it sounds like a high-risk experience for those who were there, and, frankly, for the loved ones they go home to,” said California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly at a briefing Aug. 4.

Beverly Hills Teachers Reach Agreement with School District

In an Aug. 1 statement, BHUSD Superintendent Dr. Michael Bregy emphasized that the ultimate goal remains to return to the classroom safely.

New Outdoor Dining Concepts in Beverly Hills and Beyond

In collaboration with Nocking Point Wines, Malin also launched Getaway Rosé on Aug. 1, an all-day wine for summer picnics, relaxing poolside, or simply dreaming of your next getaway.

Nearly 550 Cases of COVID-19 in Beverly Hills

As of Aug. 6, Public Health has identified 197,912 positive cases of COVID-19 across all areas of L.A. County, and a total of 4,825 deaths.

Beverly Hills City Council Amends Urgency Ordinance Regarding Evictions and Rent Payments for Small Commercial Tenants

“This is not rent forgiveness, we encourage people to pay what they can,” clarified Councilman John Mirisch.

Beverly Hills Scouts Troop 110 Welcoming New Members

During this time, the troop will welcome new members for the 2020/21 school year.

Metro Purple Line Continues to Make Progress Through Beverly Hills

Construction continues at the future Wilshire/Rodeo station, but design plans are not yet finalized.

City Council Approves Additional Funds for Residential CCTV

“Is there a number that would be considered to be an appropriate number of cameras for a community of our size?” Councilperson Dr. Julian Gold asked Hunt-Coffey. “What are we headed for?”

Two Beverly Hills Residents Tell Their Stories in New Books

Actress Melody Thomas Scott’s “Always Young and Restless” describes her more than four decades starring in the popular daytime drama, “The Young and the Restless.”

Planning for a Safe Return to Beverly Hills Schools

“I do want to touch on the unique obstacles that are going to be the hardest for the middle school to think through,” Think Tank member Frank Chechel noted.

Beverly Hills Businesses Respond to City Fines

“I think we were cited because we had our spacing correct with the tables, but one of our guests moved his chair a little bit to a certain side where instead of being six feet apart, it was five feet eight inches or whatnot,” he added.

Beverly Hills Health and Safety Commission Talks Facts

“Some people don’t understand that when you do get close, a chin mask is not effective,” stated Health and Safety Commissioner Lee Hilborne at this week’s meeting.

Down and Out in Beverly Hills During the Pandemic

As part of the interaction, individuals are informed what services are available when they’re ready for assistance, such as food, shelter, a shower, mental health services, physical health services and benefits.

Concerts on Canon and Greystone Performances Available on BHTV Channel 10

In addition to “Concerts on Canon,” a new performance series is emanating from the recently restored 1928 historic Greystone Theatre at Greystone Mansion & Gardens.

Summer Fun While Social Distancing in Beverly Hills

At the Kids’ Yoga Retreat at Roxbury Park, Mary Montague led 15 students in small pod classes. Activities included yoga flows and poses, Pilates exercises, meditation and mindfulness tools, such as nature walks where they observed with their five senses.

The Courier Celebrates 55 Years

Events and galas are virtual these days. Zoom calls have replaced the morning meeting. Home learning is the new norm. For these reasons — now more than ever — the Courier is proud to connect our readers to the community, to neighboring areas and to each other.

COVID-19 Cases Climbing

In another grim milestone, California surpassed New York this week as the state with the highest number of confirmed infections.

City of Beverly Hills Cites 16 Businesses for COVID-19 Infractions

“All persons shall wear face coverings when they leave their homes or places of residence if that person has potential to come within six feet of another person not a member of their household,” wrote Beverly Hills Mayor Lester Friedman in a reminder email sent out on Friday. Face coverings must also be worn by all employees at businesses and restaurants in the City.

Beverly Hills City Council Formal Session Round-up

“Due to greater than expected costs of prosecuting municipal code violations in Fiscal Year 2019/2020, primarily as a result of civil cases regarding party houses, AIRBNB-type rentals, unlicensed drug rehabilitation facilities, and lobbyist prosecutions, a change purchase order is required,” states the July 21 staff report, which was authored by City Attorney Larry Weiner.

Medical Advisory Task Force Answers Tough COVID-19 Questions

Before Mayor Lester Friedman read the first of four questions prepared by the Council, he introduced Task Force member Dr. Jonathan Fielding, one of the leading public health experts in the world. Fielding served for 16 years as the Director of Public Health and Health Officer for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health and distinguished professor of Health Policy and Management and of Pediatrics in the Schools of Public Health and Medicine at UCLA.

Protest on Behalf of Laid Off Workers at Chateau Marmont

One such worker had been a bellman for 23 years before being terminated and losing his health insurance.

West Hollywood City Council Considers “Pride” Alternative

“The Board of Directors decided to take this approach for several reasons,” the letter reads. “These include construction in West Hollywood Park, the changing demographics of Greater Los Angeles, our commitment to being responsive to the LGBTQIA+ community’s needs, and our allyship and collaboration with other movements for social change.”

Beverly Hills City Council Debates Subsidies and Closures

“The program has received positive feedback from the business community and residents alike,” states the July 21 staff report, which was authored by Marketing and Economic Sustainability Manager Laura Biery and Special Events and Filming Coordinator Magdalena Davis.

Human Relations Commission Accepting Nominations for Embrace Civility Award

Nomination forms are available at www.beverlyhills.org/embracecivilityaward. Hard copies of the downloaded form may also be submitted by mail. All nominations must be received by September 4, 2020.

BHUSD Prepares for Distance Learning

The virtual ILC option for the fall remains the same, offering online learning exclusively for the first full semester. The deadline to enroll in the ILC has been extended to July 27 at 8 a.m., and those who do not apply for the ILC will be automatically placed in Live@BHUSD. As of July 21, 441 students — 13 percent of the student population —have enrolled in the ILC.

Beverly Hills School Board Continues Fall 2020 Discussion

“We are starting this week with our think tank,” Bregy told the Board. “We’re actually in our facilities looking to see what it’s like for our students to walk from a drop off area, into the main school area and into our classrooms.” He noted that even returning in a smaller environment under the hybrid model, many challenges lie ahead in monitoring how students physically move throughout the school.

Beverly Hills Creative Offices Project Holds Neighborhood Meeting

“From a standpoint of meeting the requirements as they are spelled out in the Urgency Ordinance, they did comply,” said Alkire of the BHCO presentation.

City Council Round-Up

“The City tightly regulates individual election contributions to eliminate the role of money in local politics. This proposal would serve that purpose,” Mark Elliot wrote in a letter to the City Council concerning the agenda item.

Beverly Hills Commissioners Give Updates at Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting

“We all know the really hard work gets done at the commissions,” Mayor Friedman told commission chairs at the July 13 meeting in anticipation of listening to the reports. 

Beverly Hills and BHUSD Approve Joint Powers Agreement

Friedman said the City was pleased to continue its strong partnership with BHUSD.

Beverly Hills Voters Could Find Sales Tax Measure on November Ballot

“It should be noted that the maximum sales tax rate increase in Beverly Hills could decline in future years below the 3/4 cents currently available due to other future county sales tax measures,” Owens warned the City Council.

Other Districts and Private Schools Rollout Fall Plans

“SMMUSD staff want to reopen in-person as soon as possible and had been preparing to recommend an in-person option (Model B, the hybrid model that includes both in-person and distance learning). However, the steady upsurge in coronavirus cases in our region over the past several weeks combined with the advice of public health experts has led us to the conclusion that distance learning is the most prudent model to start the 2020-2021 school year.”

The Health Scene: Nourishing Meal Delivery Services

“People like to cook at home but during this pandemic, people just want to keep it easy and have healthy food come to them,” said Arellanes. 

COVID-19 Deaths Rise Again

“Our cases are rising, the rate of infection is increasing and the number of hospitalizations are up,” Ferrer said. “These numbers are reminiscent of what we saw months ago at what we thought was going to be the height of the pandemic here in L.A. County.”

Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Announces Six New Trustees

“We are thrilled to welcome these six remarkable leaders to our board of trustees,” said Ron Meyer, board chair and vice chairman of NBCUniversal.

Residents Oppose Proposed Senior Housing Facility Near Roxbury Park

“People view it as one neighborhood,” described Los Angeles resident Cheri Lewis, who has lived two blocks from Roxbury Park since 2004.

Virtual Programming Draws Audiences to The Wallis During COVID-19

Directed by Joel Zwick, Felder’s dramatic journey into the great German composer’s life will include a bounty of music by Ludwig van Beethoven, including excerpts from “Moonlight Sonata.”

Beverly Hills Looks To Maximize Operations Efficiency

Maximizing cost-savings opportunities is primary for the Council right now, particularly given that its new operating budget represents a decrease of $30.3 million from the previous fiscal year.

Exclusive First Look at Plans for Beverly Hills Creative Offices

Beverly Hills Land Company has assembled a highly accomplished team to transform this site, helmed by the world-renowned architectural firm Gensler.

Court Rules in City’s Favor in Goldberg Case

Goldberg later moved his lawsuit to federal court, after adding claims for violations of his Constitutional rights.

Hearing Held for Alleged Nessah Synagogue Vandal

When asked by the Courier if she thought her friend was motivated by hate, Nabila Bee responded, “Not at all! He is the most loving, accepting person.” Another friend, Pittsburg-based photographer Alyssa Maurer, echoed Bee, saying, “He is openly gay and would never commit a crime that devalues the beliefs of others.”

Beverly Hills Parents Protest School Options for Fall

“The reason we’re here today is that we are asking for the District to take the majority of the parents seriously,” a parent of two children in the BHUSD told the Courier. “Over 54 percent of parents want the schools to open with clear CDC guidelines. Of course, safety first which was all decided, planned and discussed.” The working mother said she is struggling to homeschool her kids, and they are suffering emotionally and academically as a result. “I don’t want to hear it’s too hard,” she added. “If it’s too hard, you have no business being in the board. You don’t get to represent us and tell us it’s too hard. It’s too hard for all of us.”

Beverly Hills and L.A. Confront Party Houses

“All around, it sounds like a high-risk experience for those who were there, and, frankly, for the loved ones they go home to,” said California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly at a briefing Aug. 4.

Josh Flagg to Replace Noah Furie on Cultural Heritage Commission

Indoor Dining Ceases in Beverly Hills, Again

City Council Approves $418.8 Million Budget for Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills Prepares to Issue Fines to Achieve Face Covering Compliance

Beverly Hills Loses One of its Own: Carl Reiner Dies at 98

Actions by City Against Protestors Under Scrutiny

One Beverly Hills Launches Application Process

At the turn of the 20th century, the tract that is now the dynamic corner of Wilshire and Santa Monica Boulevards was farmland. In the early 1920s, it housed a nursery that supplied the palm trees and other vegetation that eventually created the City landscape. 

Beverly Hills Poised To Add Two New Landmarks by Master Architects

Council Revises Commercial Landlord Tenant Provisions of Urgency Ordinance

Beverly Hills Fire Department Adjusts to COVID-19

Metro Purple Line On Track to Open in Beverly Hills in 2023

City Council to Consider Mixed-Use Ordinance

New Two Rodeo Drive Artwork Pays Tribute to First Responders

Two Options Available This Fall For Beverly Hills Students

City Council Votes on Measures to Ensure Safe Restaurant Reopenings

Cedars-Sinai Leads in Treating COVID-19 Patients

Despite Misgivings, Beverly Hills City Council Ratifies Emergency Ordinance

Beverly Hills City Council Round-Up

Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market Reopens June 21

Embedded with the Beverly Hills Protestors: One Reporter’s Story

Cedars-Sinai Heroes Get Floral Tribute from the Virginia Robinson Gardens

Tennis Returns to Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills Cleans Up Remnants of Vandalism

Beverly Hills Continues To Safely Reopen

Inside Beverly Hills’ Emergency Operations

Beverly Hills Makes BOLD Art Moves

Beverly Hills Summer Camps Go Virtual, For Now

Another Weekend of Protests in Beverly Hills

Religious Institutions Prepare to Reopen in Beverly Hills

Transients Move Through Beverly Hills Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

Protests Trigger Fears of Uptick in COVID-19 Cases

City Curfews Lifted in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles

Harry Harris Shoes Owner Andy Harris Passes Away at 64

Beverly Hills Businesses Share Fears, Desire to Rebuild

Mayor Friedman Speaks Out About the Protests

Beverly Hills Hit by Protests

BHHS Class of 2020 Graduates in Virtual Ceremony

Taking a Knee, Calming a Crowd

A Breakthough in Beverly Hills

Protestors Cause Damage in Beverly Hills

Beverly Vista Middle School Marks a Shortened Athletic Season

Feeding the Soul in Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills Readies To Adopt Mixed Use Ordinance

Residents Urged to “Connect” with New Metro Streetscape Plan

Beverly Hills Retail Reopens, Dine-In Restaurants and Salons Still Closed

Mental Health Issues Take Precedence at Beverly Hills Health and Safety Commission Meeting

Inaugural Beverly Hills Rent Stabilization Commission Meeting June 3

Beverly Hills Board of Education Examines Reopening Options

Beverly Hills Business Recovery Begins Amidst COVID-19

Beverly Hills City Council Considers Cuts of $38.8 Million

Beverly Hills Looks to Amend Eviction Urgency Ordinance

Beverly Hills City Council Round-up

Gagossian Delivers Stylish Masks for the BHPD

Judge Rules Against BHUSD in Metro Lawsuit

High School Students Give Back to the Community

Beverly Hills Readies for an Historic Memorial Day Weekend

Ambassadors Help Protect Beverly Hills from COVID-19

Unauthorized COVID-19 Tests Penetrate Market

COVID-19 Prompts Charities to Shift Fundraising Efforts

Rodeo Drive Leads Beverly Hills Retail Reopening

BHUSD Reopening Date Still Uncertain

Israel’s Consul General Assists During the Crisis

Council to Consider Appointing Dominick Rivetti as Interim Beverly Hills Police Chief

Local Nursing Homes Face Challenges

BH Fire Department Plans Drive-By Day May 9

Courier on the Cutting Edge

Beverly Hills Retailers Prepare to Reopen for Business

Commercial Landlords and Tenants at Odds Over Urgency Ordinance

Beverly Hills Leaders Discuss COVID-19 Testing

Beverly Hills City Council Round-Up

Divorce During COVID-19 in Beverly Hills

Search Begins for Interim Police Chief

BHUSD Home Learning 2.0 and Graduation

COVID-19 and Our Community: Anthony Cardillo, M.D.

Governor Newsom Outlines Reopening Plan

New Business Task Force Meets with Recovery in Mind

Elective Surgeries Resume in Beverly Hills

93rd Oscars to Include Movies Not Shown in Theaters

Spagnoli Out as Beverly Hills Police Chief

Yom HaShoah 2020

Oil Well Capping “On Track” For Fall Completion

Residents Impacted by Expedited Metro Purple Line Work

City Seeks Applicants for Commission Vacancies

Small Restaurants Still Suffering

Giving Back to Urgent Care Doctors During COVID-19

Financial Impacts of COVID-19 Leave City Thirsty for Funds

City Council Takes Action at Small Restaurants Still Suffering Two Hearings

Pet Preparedness Plan Vital In Wake of COVID-19

Beverly Hills Tenants Receive Reprieve From Evictions

Thousands of Shelter Pets Find Homes Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

City Recognizes Dispatchers During National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

Local Residents Launch “Masks for Mankind” Initiative in Response to COVID-19

House of Bijan Partners with AcuShield on Face Protectors

The Big Business of Food Delivery

City Council to Discuss Financial Welfare of Beverly Hills on April 21

Construction Continues in Beverly Hills Amidst COVID-19

Beverly Hills City Government Adapts to COVID-19

UCLA Study Seeks to Enhance Understanding of COVID-19

City of Beverly Hills and Chief Spagnoli Named in New Lawsuit

New Standardized Testing Rules in Store for BHHS Students

Beverly Hills Signs Lease with WeHo for Log Cabin

Lester Friedman Becomes Beverly Hills Mayor, Bob Wunderlich is Vice Mayor

Beverly Hills Launches Virtual Community Services Website

Council Holds 10-Hour Video-Conference

Nate’n Al’s in the News

Home Learning Underway at BHUSD

Cedars-Sinai Joins Trial of COVID-19 Drug

Some Farmers Markets Set To Reopen in Los Angeles Area

Courier Exclusive: Cedars-Sinai’s Rekha Murthy, M.D. on the COVID-19 Crisis

Beverly Hills Adapts to New Reality of COVID-19 Pandemic

Beverly Hills Ramps Up Efforts to Help Most Vulnerable

Chamber of Commerce Taking Proactive Steps to Support Local Business

Beverly Hills Suspends Services, Declares Emergency in Response to COVID-19

BHPD Chief Reassures Community

Beverly Hills Has COVID-19 Kindness Task Force

Jewish Free Loan Association Offers Interest-Free Loans

Adopting a New Culture of Clean in the Restaurant Business

Update on Beverly Hills Unified School District Operations

Beverly Hills Prepares for COVID-19 Outbreak

Safety Concerns on Coldwater Canyon Drive in Beverly Hills Abound

Beverly Hills To Update City Sustainability Plan

Beverly Hills DUI / Driver License Checkpoint Yields One Arrest

LVMH Unveils Plans for Cheval Blanc Beverly Hills Courier Worldwide Exclusive

Residents Urged to Prepare for Coronavirus in California

Beverly Hills Director of Community Services Jenny Rogers Talks Future

Two Beverly Hills Students Named Music Center Spotlight Semifinalists

Belinda Macauley Named Beverly Hills Bar Association’s New Executive Director

Bosse and Gold Win Again for Beverly Hills City Council

BHPD Year End Crime Stats, Explained

Beverly Hills Fire Department Selected for Pilot Program

March 3 City Council Election Countdown Continues

Bosse Engages Millenial Voters

Beverly Hills Faces $286M Unfunded Liability

Beverly Hills Public Library Eliminates Fines for Youth

Los Angeles Honors Kobe and Gianna Bryant at Staples Center

Beverly Hills Takes Steps to Educate Community on Brink of Coronavirus Pandemic

ICAN Endorses Bosse and Gold for City Council

Beverly Hills Farmers’ Market to Showcase Summer Camps

An Interview with Alan Dershowitz

Friar’s Club Project Advances, United Beverly Hilton/One Beverly Hills Project to Return

Dershowitz, Shrum Talk Politics of Impeachment at Saban

Two Presidents in Beverly Hills on One Historic Day

Beverly Hills Residents Voice Concerns About Coldwater Canyon Drive

Beverly Hills City Council Candidates Debate

Touchscreen Voting in the Coronavirus Era

Beverly Hills Expands Innovative Nurse Practitioner Program

Beverly Hills Hotel Polo Lounge Nods to Changing Times by Enforcing “No Hat” Policy

City Council Candidates Earn Additional Endorsements

Civil Trials Resume at Beverly Hills Courthouse

Beverly Hills City Council Candidates Compete for Votes at Municipal League Debate

Bosse Endorsed by Beverly Hills Police Officers Association

Beverly Hills Shores Up Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

George Gascón Responds to Jackie Lacey in Heated L.A. District Attorney Race

Beverly Hills to Remove 1,200 Trees to Combat Fire Risk

Betty Boop Book Launch at Via Alloro

G’Day USA Benefit at Beverly Wilshire

Gold and Bosse Endorsed by Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce Leadership PAC

Local Sobriety Community Rallies To Save Log Cabin

Beverly Hills City Council Adopts Formal Definition of Anti-Semitism

Former Gibraltar Square Office Tower Will Soon Become A Hotel

L.A. County D. A. Jackie Lacey on Why She Deserves a Third Term

Beverly Hills Chamber Hosts First City Council Candidates Forum

“At-Risk” Trees in Trousdale Slated for Removal

Beverly Hills Files Lawsuit Regarding Ballot Devices

Pickleball Comes to Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills and WeHo To Decide Fate of “Log Cabin”

Beverly Hills Arts and Culture Commission Continues Expansion

City Council Shores Up 2020 Legislative Platform

2020 Flu Season Looking Painfully Bad

Beverly Hills Ramps Up Recycling Efforts

Peninsula Hotel Patrons With Zero Emissions Vehicles Can Valet for Free

Construction on LAX People Mover Train on Track for 2023 Opening

U.S. Special Representative to Iran Visits Simon Wiesenthal Center and Local Synagogues

Beverly Hills City Council Race Officially Kicks Off

Beverly Hills Police Increase Vigilance After Hate Crimes

Beverly Hills City Council to Decide Fate of $24 Million in Unallocated Funds

Mural Unveiling Set for Jan. 12

Looking to 2020 in Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills Council Votes For Permanent Mills Act Program

Living the Luxe Life With Efrem Harkham

Suspect in Beverly Hills Synagogue Vandalism Case Arraigned

Montage Beverly Hills Acquired by Maybourne Hotel Group

Beverly Hills Adopts Interim Inclusionary Housing Ordinance

Beverly Hills to Address Tree Fire Hazard North of Sunset

City Eyes Enhancing Culture of Southeast Beverly Hills

City Plans to Serve Up Fun in the New Decade with Pickleball

Arrest Made in Nessah Synagogue Vandalism Case

Beverly Hills City Council Passes Parking Urgency Ordinance

Beverly Hills Could Fund La Cienega Park Renovation Through New Bond Measure

City Council Votes To Convert Dayton Way to Two-Way Street

“Entanglements” Now on View at Marc Selwyn Fine Art

Beverly Hills City Council Approves Amended Agreements with Waste Hauler Athens Services

Urban Forest Management Treescape Plan

Residents Voice Concern for a Complete Streets Plan that Prioritizes Bike Lanes

City of Beverly Hills is New Owner of Clock Market Building on Wilshire for $16.5M

Beverly Hills City Council Will Consider Urgency Ordinance to Lower Parking Requirements

Beverly Hills On Track to Limit Short-term Rentals in 2020

UCLA Professor and Beverly Hills Resident Leonard Kleinrock Receives New Honor

Jenny Rogers Named Director of Community Services

Spectrum News 1’s Giselle Fernandez Named Journalist of the Year

Community Invited to Weigh in on Complete Streets Plan

Barneys New York Poised to Disappear From Beverly Hills Landscape as Sales Expand

Vahagn Setian Memorial Run Set for Sunday, Dec. 1

Anti-Smoking Efforts Continue in Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills City Council to Consider Labor Agreements

Beverly Hills City Council Passes Resolution Condemning European Union’s ‘Discriminatory’ Ruling

Feminist Icon Gloria Steinem Leads Visionary Women Salon

Beverly Hills City Council Says No to Festivus

BOLD Holidays 2019 In Full Swing

Beverly Hills Police Department Stops Stolen Vehicle

Re-established Nate’n Al’s and Gucci Osteria Edge Closer to Opening in Beverly Hills

Laemmle Music Hall in Beverly Hills To Soon Close

Beverly Hills Courier Ushers in New Era with Launch Party

Beverly Hills City Council Race Officially Begins

BOLD Holiday Season Returns to Beverly Hills

Complete Streets Plan Edges Closer To Reality

Exhibitioning In Beverly Hills Persists Despite Efforts To Curb

Art from Beverly Hills Students Showcased at National PTA Reflections Contest

Beverly Hills Students Present Innovative Discoveries at Science and Engineering Fair

Beverly Hills’ Iconic Rodeo Drive Businesses In Expansion Mode

The Courier Changes Its Colors

Beverly Hills City Council Addresses Key Issues

Seal Lends His Voice in Support of Vista Del Mar at Rocktober Fundraiser

Gagosian’s Latest Exhibition Highlights Tectonic Disruption From Artist Tatiana Trouvé

Moustache Season Arrives in Beverly Hills with Movember Campaign

City Council Honors Volunteerism, Eyes Inclusionary Housing Strategy

Ringo Starr’s ‘Peace and Love’ Sculpture Dedication is Saturday in Beverly Hills

Courier Furrier Costume Contest 2019 Winner

Simms/Mann Institute “Think Tank” Talks Health and Wellness at the Wallis in Beverly Hills

Beverly Hills High School “By Your Side” Is a Bridge-Builder Set to Expand

Beverly Hills Board of Education Discuss Financial Literacy and Community Service

BOLD Holidays 2019 Will Feature New Art and Activities

Beverly Hills Community Weighs in on Wilshire/Rodeo Station North Portal

City Civility Among Topics at Mayor’s Cabinet Meeting

Street Closures, Lane Reductions and 24-Hour Construction Ahead

Chamber of Commerce Completes Another Successful New York City Visit

2019 Best of Beverly Hills Golden Palm Award Honorees Announced

Beverly Gardens Park Rehabilitation Wins Award

Residents Urged to Get Involved in Urban Forest Management Plan

2019 Best of Beverly Hills Golden Palm Award Honorees Announced

Skills Honed as a Librarian Help Nancy Hunt-Coffey Thrive as Assistant City Manager

Southeast Beverly Hills Strategic Planning Looks to Urban Design

2019 Massry Prize Ceremony is Oct. 26 in Beverly Hills

Michelle Stuart Highlights Extinction at Marc Selwyn Fine Art

Beverly Hills Planning Commission Considers Trousdale View Restoration Permit

Forum on Shared Mobility Devices at Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce

Judgment Against City of Beverly Hills Set Aside

Employees Honored for Innovation

Mayor Mirisch Touts Community in State of City

Beverly Hills Residents Can Deeply Impact City Through Service on Commissions

Barneys Fundraiser for Heart of Los Angeles

Horace Mann Elementary School Celebrates 90th Anniversary

New Los Angeles County Voting System to Change How Beverly Hills Votes

Beverly Hills Loses Motion in Employment Discrimination Case

Beit T’Shuvah Offers Life, Hope and Healing

Music Mends Minds Repairs Hearts, Families and More Tuesdays at Roxbury Park

London’s Novikov Restaurant to Come to Beverly Hills

Installation Dinner Highlights Achievements of the Beverly Hills Bar Association

Beverly Hills ArtSHOW Returns To Beverly Gardens Park This Month

Beverly Hills Plans to Increase Number of Affordable Housing Units in City

Beverly Hills Plans to Derive 20 Percent of its Water Supply In-House in 2021

Beverly Hills Merchants Ask City For Help in Wake of Three-Year Canon Closure

Beverly Hills Teacher Honored as One of L.A. County’s Teachers of the Year

Public Feedback Encouraged at City of Beverly Hills Scoping Meeting

City Council Denies Metro Request To Work During Holiday Season

City of Beverly Hills Looks to Improve With Trust and Innovation Portal

City Council Votes to Waive Hotel Room Limit

At The Virginia Robinson Gardens

Courier Exclusive: Bosse Announces Candidacy

City Makes Moves to Enliven Southeast Part of Beverly Hills

Ringo Starr’s ‘Peace and Love’ Sculpture Finds Home In Beverly Gardens Park

Community Joins Together to Commemorate 9/11 Anniversary With Moving Ceremony At Fire Station

Governor Poised to Sign Bill Making California Nation’s First To Ban Fur Sales

Samantha Jung Named New Horace Mann AP

Beverly Hills High Joins CHAMPS Charter High for Dance and Dialogue at The Wallis

Beverly Hills Fosters Kindness Through Transformative Initiatives

Planning Commissioner Farshid Joe Shooshani Announces City Council Bid

Community Input Sought on Westside Purple Line Rodeo Station North Portal EIR

Beverly Hills Police Capt. Lincoln Hoshino Retires After 33 Years

BODYTRAFFIC Returns to The Wallis This Month For Three-Night Run Of Cutting-Edge Dance Choreography

Community Invited to Attend La Cienega Park Town Hall on Wednesday, Sept. 25

Beverly Hills To Mark 9/11