New Laws in 2026 to Bring Changes

New state laws in 2026 will change how Californians live, work and conduct business.

The city of Beverly Hills has named Chris Paulson as the new Assistant Director of Community Services. 

Porta Via Restaurant at 424 N. Canon Drive experienced a “fire that resulted in significant damage” on Christmas morning.

The city of Beverly Hills has welcomed Maribel Mena as its new Assistant City Clerk.

At its Dec. 17 meeting, the Architectural and Design Review Commission conditionally approved design review permits for two new single-family residences, both located in the flats. 

The Giving A Smile Foundation hosted its inaugural gala at the Beverly Hilton on Dec. 11 to support the foundation’s mission of providing high-quality, no-cost dental care to underserved youth across Los Angeles.

As another year nears its end, we often feel a mixture of emotions. Joy, gratitude, pride, and hope can intertwine with exhaustion, disappointment, and anxiety. These emotions guide us, and we owe it to ourselves to tune in and listen. The holidays often provide a

From Michelin-starred sushi to contemporary fashion stores to new Italian and French restaurants, Beverly Hills residents can prepare for exciting new business openings in 2026.

“The Choral” was a much-anticipated film. Not only was it written by the dream team of writer Alan Bennett (“The History Boys”) and director Nicholas Hytner (winner of multiple Tony and Olivier awards), but the cast was starry as well, led by Ralph Fiennes.

In its last meeting before merging with the Beverly Hills Health and Safety Commission to form the Health and Human Relations Commission, the Human Relations Commission convened on Dec. 18 to discuss plans for its 2026 Kindness Week.