Marina Del Rey Residents Urged To Conserve Water

Gov. Gavin Newsom is asking residents across the state to voluntarily cut their water use by 15% amid extreme drought conditions.

LAX, Van Nuys Airport Begin Phase-Out Of Plastic, Water Bottles

Restaurants and concession shops must switch to recyclable aluminum, glass or compostable materials by June 2023.

Marina Del Rey Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Los Angeles County decreased recently.

Los Angeles County Close To Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Marina Del Rey area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

New Evacuation Alert System Available At Torrance Beach In Los Angeles County

“Our beaches belong to everyone and they have to be safe and accessible for everyone,” said LA County Supervisor Janice Hahn.

LA Officials Celebrate Opening Of Westside Stormwater Facility

Officials celebrated the opening of the Argo Drain Sub-Basin Facility Project, a $35.8 million project near LAX.

Unemployment Not Changed In Marina Del Rey Area: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Los Angeles County's unemployment rate hasn't had a month-to-month ch...

Ballona Wetlands: Coastal Conservancy Approves Planning Funds

The agency approved $2.2 million for planning, permitting and public outreach for the state's bold, comprehensive Ballona Restoration

LA To Explore Controversial Homeless Camp In Marina del Rey

The LA City Council voted to explore plans to build temporary tiny home parks and camping sites for the homeless across the Westside.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Marina Del Rey Area?

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

Homeless Encampment Demolished In Marina Del Rey

A two-story homeless encampment in a Marina del Rey neighborhood was demolished and cleared Wednesday.

Ballona Wetlands Activists Plan Earth Day Protest

Ballona Wetlands activists and Westside residents are planning a protest on Earth Day, April 22.

Ballona Wetlands Fire: The Ecological Story

That a hot fire burned at all in a wetlands underscores habitat damage a century in the making, and plans to reverse it

LA City Council Urges Newsom To Close Playa Del Rey Oil Storage

The Los Angeles City Council Wednesday called on Gov. Gavin Newsom to close the Playa del Rey oil storage facility.

'People Literally Dying On Our Streets' As Homeless Crisis Grows

L.A. Councilmember Mike Bonin discussed proposed plans to add homeless shelter locations across the Westside. See how neighbors reacted.

Homeless Shelters Proposed Across The Westside

L.A. Councilmember Mike Bonin proposed several new shelters for unhoused people, including Will Rogers State Beach and Fisherman's Village.

Federal Taxes In Los Angeles County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Los Angeles County neighbors.

L.A County D.A's Office: District Attorney George Gascón Applauds California Supreme Court Ruling On Cash Bail

Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascón issued a statement today regarding a state Supreme Court ruling in case S247278:

Ballona Wetlands: UCLA Symposium to Discuss Restoration Project

Experts in environmental science, evolutionary biology and public policy will discuss their perspectives on this important project

Ballona Wetlands: Free Webinar on the State's Restoration Project

March 1st webinar will explain why Ballona needs restoration, what the State has planned, and the outcomes of the recently certified EIR

L.A County D.A's Office: Man Pleads No Contest To Killing Two Young Boys In The 1980s

Convicted sex offender Kenneth Rasmuson pleaded no contest today in connection with the sexual assault and murder of two children in the ...

Want To Make A Difference In Playa? Run For Neighborhood Council

Patch has assembled a guide to running and voting in the 2021 Neighborhood Council election in Westchester-Playa.

Want To Run For Neighborhood Council In Del Rey?

Patch has assembled a guide to running and voting in the 2021 Neighborhood Council election in Del Rey.

Ballona Wetlands: Activists Sue to Stop Restoration Project

Three lawsuits challenge the recently certified Environmental Impact Report and ask taxpayers to pay activists' court costs and lawyer fees

2 New Lawsuits Call Ballona Wetlands Restoration A Climate Threat

Two lawsuits filed last week say wetland restoration efforts could threaten diverse species, cause climate impacts and create a flood risk.

Ballona Wetlands Restoration Project Certified by California

State Approval of the Final Environmental Impact Report is a Major Milestone for one of Los Angeles' Greatest Public Benefit Projects

Here's What Could Happen To The Ballona Wetlands

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has made a decision about the Ballona Wetlands, the agency announced Wednesday.

California Joins Multi-State Antitrust Lawsuit Against Facebook For Instagram, WhatsApp Acquisitions

California is joining the U.S. government and 48 states and districts in a lawsuit against Facebook.

The Battle Over Protecting Ballona Wetlands — And If They Need It

There's a battle to protect the Ballona Wetlands—but what will happen to the last remaining wetlands in Los Angeles?

Real-Time Results: Burke Leads CA Assembly District 62 Race

Democratic incumbent Autumn Burke is leading the race against Republican challenger Robert Steele, according to preliminary results.

Real-Time Results: Lieu Wins In CA 33rd Congressional District

Democratic incumbent Ted Lieu won California's 33rd Congressional District against Republican challenger James P. Bradley, according to AP.

Marina Del Rey: How Was Your Election 2020 Voting Experience?

What was your experience like at your polling place? Did you encounter long lines or significant wait times? Tell Patch.

Voting In Marina Del Rey: Everything You Need To Know

Here’s a list of voting centers in Marina del Rey to cast or drop off your ballot in person for the Nov. 3 Election.

California 33rd Congressional District: 2020 Election

Voters will decide on Election Day who will represent California's 33rd Congressional District.

Vote In Person In Marina Del Rey: These Vote Centers Now Open

Here’s a list of polling places in Marina del Rey to cast or drop off your ballot in person for the Nov. 3 Election.

Photos: Activists Protest At Ballona Wetlands, Demand Entry

Activists at the Ballona Wetlands Thursday demanded entry to the SoCalGas site where an ongoing pipe replacement project continues.

Ballona Wetlands 'Musical Protest' Planned In Playa Del Rey

Activists are planning a protest Thursday morning at the Ballona Wetlands in Playa del Rey.

Vote Centers In Marina Del Rey: Where To Vote In Person 2020

Here’s a list of polling places in Marina del Rey where you can cast or drop off your ballot in person for the Nov. 3 Election.

SoCalGas Threatens Ballona Wetlands Activist With Arrest

A Ballona Wetlands activist and LA City Council candidate was threatened arrest by SoCalGas during a Facebook Live video on Monday.

Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Marina Del Rey

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Marina del Rey from voting.