BHUSD Board Considers End of Year Agenda
Conservative influencer Brandon Straka held a rally in front of City Hall on May 21 as part of his #WalkAway campaign that calls on Democrats and unaffiliated liberals to defect to the Republican Party.
Courier Earns Additional Honors
The awards will be handed out at the SoCal Journalism Awards gala on June 25.
Students Shine at BHHS Fashion Show
The school's video production, audio production, culinary, and fashion design classes joined together for an event featuring catered spreads, original music performed by live musicians, and a vibrant array of runway-ready outfits inspired by the Mexican painter Frida Kahlo.
Council Approves Agency Funding Requests
The Council approved the work plans and corresponding funding requests from three partner agencies tasked with ensuring the economic success of the city: the Beverly Hills Conference and Visitors Bureau (CVB), the Rodeo Drive Committee (RDC), and the Beverly Hills Chamber of Commerce (Chamber).
BHUSD Receives Seven Applicants for Bond Manager
"The Board of Education is very pleased that we received such a positive response to our [request for proposals] and we will now move quickly to the vetting process," School Board President Mary Wells told the Courier in a statement.
UTA Artist Space to Showcase the Art of Nicholas Kontaxis
On June 3, an exhibit of Nicholas' work entitled "Catch Me" will be on display at the UTA Artist Space in Beverly Hills.
Jeff Wolfe Appointed to Planning Commission
Wolfe will take over for outgoing Planning Commission Vice Chair Tom Hudnut, who leaves the commission on June 30 after serving a two-year term.
The Courier Will Not Endorse In City Council Race
After careful examination and an in-depth discussion, the Beverly Hills Courier's Advisory Board voted unanimously to "not endorse" any candidates for City Council this election year.
Council Approves 14% Salary Raise for Police
"Recruitment is going to be very competitive in LA County, clearly, and we have to provide every incentive possible to have the best of the best," Bosse said.
Community Voices
If Beverly Hills wishes to mark Pride Month with more robust celebrations, then it would be better served to plan for 2023.