🌱 Los Angeles Patch: Everything Going On Today (Wed, Jan 25)

Hello and happy Wednesday! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening in town today. In today's issue, you'll find news about these stories and more...

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Here are the top stories today in Los Angeles:

1. Here Are All of Greater LA's 2023 James Beard Foundation Award Semifinalists (Eater LA)
2. Laura Harrier From ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ Relists L.A. Home for $3.3M (Realtor.com News)
3. At $611 a day per student, some question if L.A. schools' extra learning days are worth it (Los Angeles Times)
4. Editorial: If L.A. can cut red tape, it can get more homeless people off the streets faster (Los Angeles Times)
5. The Times podcast: 3 men of color, 3 LAPD encounters. 3 deaths (Los Angeles Times)
6. Echo Park mental health center gets $19.2 million to expand youth services (The Eastsider LA)
7. Plastic surgeon sets up shop in Glassell Park (The Eastsider LA)
8. Three years and many complications later, Vidiots still waits to open an Eagle Rock theater (The Eastsider LA)
9. 4.2 magnitude earthquake hits Southern California (KTLA Los Angeles)
10. DATER LA PRESENTS: VALENTINES + VINYL (KCRW)
11. Student Health expands mental health programs (Daily Trojan Online)
12. Kamala Harris To Meet With Monterey Park Victims Families Wednesday (Patch)
13. Surprise: Famous Strawberry Doughnuts Make an Early Return (NBC Southern California)
14. Major Mission for L.A.'s New Homeless Services Head: Change Everything (Los Angeles Magazine)
15. USG announces the 16 candidates running for senate (uscannenbergmedia.com)
16. Trash Dumped Outside of Boyle Heights City Hall Building in Protest (NBC Southern California)
17. Beverly Hills man indicted in overdose deaths of LA model, friend dumped at hospitals (KABC-TV)
18. Beverly Hills man pleads not guilty to murder charges in connection with overdose deaths of LA model, friend (KABC-TV)
19. Facing Mortality: Following one family's journey through terminal illness (uscannenbergmedia.com)
20. Searchers find 2nd hiker in area where Julian Sands missing (The San Diego Union-Tribune)
21. “Fully Lit” plays LA's The Wiltern Thursday (Los Angeles Blade)
22. FOX NFL Sunday's Michael Strahan honored with Hollywood star (FOX 11 Los Angeles)
23. In Last-Minute Vote, LA County Leaders Approve Two-Month Extension Of COVID Renter Protections (LAist)
24. Willie Nelson to celebrate 90th birthday with Los Angeles concerts during Stagecoach (Desert Sun)
25. Los Angeles City Council adjourns in honor of victims of Monterey Park massacre (Long Beach Press Telegram)
26. Blonde And Good Mourning Top Race for Razzies (Patch)
27. How to get homeless count right? LA to try new app and more staff (KCRW)
28. Estranged husband turns himself in 8 days after allegedly hitting woman’s LA home with dump truck (The Pasadena Star-News)
29. 'LA is a book city': 2 new additions come to literary landscape (KCRW)
30. Cloudy and 62°? Here's How to Spend a Gloomy Day in LA (Locale Magazine)

Today in Los Angeles:

From my notebook:

• Discover Los Angeles: "You should be here. 🌴 📸: @eye.speed #discoverLA #MagicHour" (Discover Los Angeles via Instagram)
• LAFD: "Firefighters are highly trained to mitigate emergencies, serving the public with their skills every day... that's nothing new. But once in a while, a story makes it back to the social media desk that we feel deserves to be highlighted fo..." (LAFD via Instagram)
• Discover Los Angeles: "You should be here. 🌴 📸: @eye.speed #discoverLA #MagicHour" (Discover Los Angeles via Facebook)
• LAFD: "This month, the LAFD, LAPD, and LA County Sheriff’s Department kicked off the annual Battle of the Badges blood donation contest between Southern California law enforcement and fire departments. This blood drive is the largest among publ..." (LAFD via Instagram)
• Los Angeles Fire Department: "Firefighters are highly trained to mitigate emergencies, serving the public with their skills every day... that's nothing new. But once in a while, a story makes it back to the social media desk that we feel deserves to be highlighted fo..." (Los Angeles Fire Department via Facebook)
• Los Angeles Fire Department: "This week marks the 110th anniversary of the Hotel Brennan Fire. This fire is thought to be the most photographed fire of the horse-drawn era. We encourage you to read the full original Los Angeles Examiner news article found in the Los ..." (Los Angeles Fire Department via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Alba was LOST on January 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 91331 near Pinney St Arleta, CA 91331 United States Message from Owner: Please if someone see my dogs keep them and give me a call i will come 3187777077 thank ..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division: "We have a Beach Hazard Statement in effect according to @nwslosangeles . The swell that recently ran through Hawaii for the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational (@theeddieaikau ) is now slowly making its way to the Los Angeles County coastl..." (Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division via Facebook)
• Los Angeles Conservancy: "“I’ve been suffering from Googie Disorder since I was a teenager." - Chris Nichols to Print Magazine. We're right there with you, Chris! Please enjoy this delightful spotlight on one of L.A.'s fiercest advocates for all things Googie. 🙌..." (Los Angeles Conservancy via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Leo was LOST on January 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 91402 near Vans Nuys Street and Beachy St Message from Owner: My two dogs are lost German Shepered and Husky please call 9808888088😭😭🙏🏻🙏🏻 Description: Brow..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word so we can find this pet's family! FOUND on January 23, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 90013 near 5th and Los Angeles Description: Do you have information? Contact finder here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/8717915 Lost or fo..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word so we can find this pet's family! FOUND on January 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 90062 near 49th and western Description: Grey Pitbull Do you have information? Contact finder here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/8718027 ..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Campeón was LOST on January 23, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 91402 near Chase st and van nuys Blvd. Description: Mixed terrier color blond For more info or to contact Campeón 's owner, click here: https://www.pawboost...." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word so we can find this pet's family! FOUND on January 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 90004 near N Edgemont Street Message from Finder: Very sweet and scared!! Looks like he has been taken care of and just recently went m..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• County of Los Angeles Department of Parks & Recreation: "Introduce your tiny dancer to the beautiful art of ballet!🩰 This class will enhance your child's coordination, balance and flexibility by teaching basic ballet position steps through standing barre work and floor exercises. Scroll throu..." (County of Los Angeles Department of Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Cannoli was LOST on January 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 91342 near Polk & Borden Message from Owner: We miss her and love her very much please help bring her . Description: She is a 12 year old pitbull. She has be..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word so we can find this pet's family! FOUND on January 24, 2023 in Cudahy, CA 90201 near Fostoria in Cudahy Description: Puppy found. Please be ready to describe collar, , and markings as well as vet/photo proof. Do yo..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word so we can find this pet's family! FOUND on January 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 91040 near Now at 10326 Sherman Grove after a hse fire explosion Message from Finder: Has a color but no phone number Description: Chun..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Lady was LOST on January 21, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 90063 near N Rowan Ave and De Garmo Message from Owner: Please help us find Lady. We miss her so much. REWARD $200 Description: Black and gray. Curly hair. Gray..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Bruno was LOST on January 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 91342 near Astoria street Description: hes a pug and hes kind of medium, he had a little bump in his leg and his thighs are a little red For more info or to co..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Re-Post - STILL MISSING AS OF Jan 24, 2023" (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word so we can find this pet's family! FOUND on January 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 90007 near Normandie 10-E exit Description: *not exact photo, the puppy moved a little too fast to take a picture! similar short haired..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Spread the great news: Sayla has been reunited with his family after 1 days, 0 hours! Here is a picture of him home safe and sound :) "thank u!!!!" -Sayla's Owner Lost or found a pet? Report it to PawBoost here: https://pbrs.io/l/rpr" (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division: "We have a Beach Hazard Statement in effect according to @nwslosangeles. The swell that recently ran through Hawaii for the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational (@theeddieaikau) is now slowly making its way to the Los Angeles County coastlin..." (Los Angeles County Fire Department, Lifeguard Division via Facebook)
• City of Los Angeles - Jobs: "LA Animal Services is accepting applications for a Veterinarian II. Join our City team and make a difference in the lives of pets in Los Angeles! Visit tiny.cc/HotJobs for more information about this #BestJobEVER. 🐾 #veterinarian #lacit..." (City of Los Angeles - Jobs via Instagram)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word so we can find this pet's family! FOUND on January 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 91342 near Kagel canyon park Description: Do you have information? Contact finder here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/8716841 Lost or foun..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Krypto was LOST on January 24, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 91331 near Van Nuys Blvd. and Glenoaks Message from Owner: Hi there, please keep an eye out for Krypto. We miss him a lot, he's family. He's a senior, almost ..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Kitty was LOST on January 21, 2023 in Bellflower, CA 90706 near Laurel/Reeves Description: For more info or to contact Kitty's owner, click here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/8717654 Lost or found a pet? Report it t..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Lio was LOST on January 19, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 90004 near Alexandria Ave and Normandie Ave Description: For more info or to contact Lio's owner, click here: https://www.pawboost.com/p/8705454 Lost or found a ..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets: "Please spread the word! Rescue Cat was LOST on January 23, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA 90057 near 2nd Message from Owner: Lost rescue cat! He’s white and black with a noticeably clipped ear like his siblings (in the pictures). He was recentl..." (Los Angeles, CA - Lost Dogs, Cats & Pets via Facebook)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Vermont Knolls East: "Found this cat off 84th and Hoover. - Can’t wouldn’t come to me but just letting someone know" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Glassell Park: "I have seen others report on the insane gas bills that they have been receiving, and now I am here to report the same as my gas bill is about four times the highest that it's ever been. - We have a relatively small home and use heat spar..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, North Westdale - West: "my daily commute under the Bundy bridge. - Not pictured: dog that tries to attack you and them setting things on fire with a propane tank 🥰" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Wilshire Vista West: "COCO WAS FOUND!!!! - Thank you Danielle, who read my post and responded right away! I’d also like to acknowledge Ruth, Jennifer and Kelley, who also helped me look for Coco! Today, I’m deciding to celebrate the GOODNESS in people." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, La Brea-Hancock: "Neighbors, we are fostering this sweet baby, Gibson, who is ready for adoption! - Probably a spaniel-pom-chi mix, he is about 2 years old and 10 pounds. He is super affectionate with people and loves to play with other pups. He has recei..." (Nextdoor)
• Elysian Valley Riverside Neighborhood Council Outreach Barboza, EmpowerLA: "EVRNC ENVIRONMENT AND LAND USE MEETING Jan. 25, 2023 @ 6:30 PM - Via Zoom- Join us!! Discuss the issues that will impact our community directly and share your concerns. https://myevrnc.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/ELUagenda12523-1.pdf" (Nextdoor)
• Elysian Valley Riverside Neighborhood Council Outreach Barboza, EmpowerLA: "EVRNC GRANTS COMMITTEE MEETING January 28, 2023 @ 10:00 AM - VIA- ZOOM. Be part of the conversation, how do we invest community funds to serve Elysian Valley Residents: View Agenda attached for Grant Applications being considered. Deta..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Eagle Rock West: "Hi. - Does anyone know what is to become of All Star Bowling Lanes on Eagle Rock? Sure is a great location for something." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, South Broadway: "Rehoming dog. - Can't keep him. Best by himself. Free" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Mar Vista Hill: "Hello and thanks to all the positive compliments regarding Lottie. - She does in fact inherit a big brother in our home. This is James, he's 15 now but still making his move. : ) With so much negativity in the world today, perhaps we al..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Los Feliz Hills: "Howdy Neighbors, - Last night (1.23.23) around 10:10pm, someone threw rocks through my living room windows. My house sits on Los Feliz Blvd. between Tica and Lowry rd. By the time I got outside there was no one in sight. Wondering if any..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Winter Gardens-East LA: "BEWARE!! - my husband went to use the ATM at the 7/11 on Arizona/Olympic and realized there was a debit card skimmer attached to the ATM. He ripped it off. If you used that ATM recently, please check your accounts" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, North Cypress Park: "My neighbor found an injured hawk on his fence this afternoon. - It has a badly injured wing, so picking it up is not really an option (for its safety AND ours). Does anyone know of a rescue that will come get the bud? It needs a vet ASAP." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Broadway-Manchester North: "Please help these dogs from going to shelter.. - URGENT IN NEED OF FOSTER OR HOME ASAP These cuties are all dog and kid friendly. Serious inquiries only Do you have any animals? Do you have experience? Have you gotten landlord approval?..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Angeles Mesa: "I received a ticket for red light violation at the corner of Crenshaw and Slauson. - The photo camera took a picture as I was heading southbound on Crenshaw making a left onto eastbound Slauson. I was in the left turning lane making my t..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Hermon: "Hi everyone have you seen Shadow call me please 3238122495 my dog shadow ran off yesterday and we are devastated if you see him please reach out to me we live on Coleman and Monterey help me bring him home - His name shadow Jet black ..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Franklin Village North: "My brother is 22 and has been feeling anxious lately with school. - I have been trying to find a therapist for him to talk to but have only been quoted over 250 + per session. He’s a student and I’m willing to pay for someone but looking..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Beverly Grove North: "I’m going to have to put my elderly and sick dog down tomorrow, and have three unopened packages of male dog wraps/diapers in size Medium that I’d like to donate to a rescue that can use them, or someone with an incontinent dog who needs..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Brentwood Place: "Power just went out. - Anyone else lose power in Brentwood?" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Central Del Rey: "MiISSING CAT MARIA!!! - Some horrible person stole this cat from a woman and dumped her in Marina Del Rey about a week ago, we just found out and are desperately trying to find her or any information about her. If you've seen this beaut..." (Nextdoor)

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