Good Shepherd Church Celebrates Centennial Mass
The Church of the Good Shepherd in Beverly Hills celebrated a centennial mass on Aug. 13. The Most Reverend José H. Gomez, Archbishop of Los Angeles, officiated.
Back to School in Beverly Hills
Students have returned to classes in the Beverly Hills Unified School District (BHUSD). Special Back to School events in the city included Staff Opening Day on Aug. 11 at the Saban Theater.
Study Session Supports Planning Commission Member, Reviews Climate Plan
During its Aug. 15 Study Session, the Beverly Hills City Council signaled its support for appointing a new Planning Commission member, Lou Milkowski, to succeed current commissioner Peter Ostroff.
LA City Council Calls for Halt to Bulgari Hotel Project
A divided Los Angeles City Council this week called for a halt to the Bulgari Hotel project in Benedict Canyon that has drawn the ire of some neighbors who expressed concerns about the impact the project would have on the environment and public safety.
City Sues Striking Hospitality Workers
Attempting to curb loud and “unnecessary” picketing occurring in the early hours of the day, the city of Beverly Hills is suing hospitality labor union Unite Here Local 11 over actions officials say create a “public nuisance.”
City Approves $14 Million Homeless Housing Agreement
On Aug. 15, Beverly Hills City Council approved a 10-year, $14 million agreement to house up to 230 homeless individuals in “scattered-site” permanent supportive housing and motels.
Abortion Clinic Takes Legal Action Over Lease
An abortion clinic that sought to open a Beverly Hills location is taking legal action against its landlord and the city after its lease at 8920 Wilshire Blvd. was canceled.
Beverly Hills Mourns Clarence Avant
Mayor Dr. Julian Gold adjourned the Aug. 15 Beverly Hills City Council regular meeting this week in memory of Clarence Avant — “The Black Godfather” of music, entertainment, politics and sports.
Rep. Lieu Sounds AI Warning Bell in BH Rotary Speech
Generative artificial intelligence (AI) is here and can’t be stopped. But it can be regulated by good old-fashioned human intelligence and Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA-36th District) is leading the charge to do so.
BHPD Encourages Safe Driving As Summer Winds Down
As the summer travel season wraps up, the Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD) is reminding drivers to stay safe and be respon- sible by never driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.