“First Thursdays” Launches in Beverly Hills Oct. 7
"I'm thrilled to see 'First Thursdays' come to life next week on Thursday, October 7th," said Chair of the Next Beverly Hills Committee, Noelle Freeman.
Former MCA Headquarters Granted Historic Status
The building came into existence in 1938 when Jules Stein, ophthalmologist and renowned talent agent, commissioned Beverly Hills Master Architect Paul Revere Williams to construct a space for his growing firm, Music Corporation of America (MCA).
Memorial Held for Mason Duncan-Book
"Mason just wanted to participate in a normal ritual for all kids: school," said Heather Woodring, Mason's last teacher at Horace Mann. His former classmates stood alongside her.
Sushi Fumi Suspects Charged With Anti-Jewish Hate Crimes
The incident took place amid a 15-day episode of armed conflict between Israel and Hamas, the militant Islamist group that controls the Gaza Strip. Los Angeles saw multiple rallies both in opposition and support of Israel's actions, both of which were overwhelmingly peaceful.
Former President George W. Bush Speaks in Beverly Hills
The hour-long symposium carried four core themes of the night – freedom, opportunity, responsibility and compassion – with Bush delving into each principle as a pillar for his decisions as a leader, through both moments of crisis and the halcyon days.
Council Considers Future of OpenBH
"Certainly, we need to continue this program in its current form until three months after permanent design standards are in place," Johnson said. "And something that certainly everyone knows, that sitting outside and enjoying the weather that we have is wonderful, there are some loud
Walker-Shuman Resigns From BHUSD School Board
Walker-Shuman told the Courier that she plans to "continue taking care of my parents and family, finishing graduate school and advocating for education."
Change Proposed for Beverly Hills Trees in Face of Climate Change
"That's what the goal is here," Pfalzgraf said. "Let's improve the canopy. Let's improve the temperature in the city and the wildlife habitat. That's the bottom line."
Council Discusses Programs to Reenergize Beverly Hills
"I think if we are going to pick a place to have a pilot project that is as safe as can be, I think this is the correct one," said Councilmember Lester Friedman.
Council Changes Planning Commission Role In Project Review
At the City Council meeting, Councilmember Julian Gold, M.D. argued that, given the Council's role in negotiating the development agreement, it made sense to assign the Council to review it.