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Opinion: Weho Fur Ban a Little Hairy
West Hollywood resident Chris Bray says 'something is off' about the city's ordinance banning the sale of fur apparel.
Danielle Jacoby, Patch Staff
Danielle Jacoby, Patch Staff
- West Hollywood, CA
<b>Email:</b> daniellej@patch.com
<strong>Bio:</strong> Once a lyric soprano, Danielle received her bachelor's degree in Music at the University of Southern California and worked as an opera and theater critic for the e-zine LA2DAY before moving eastward to pursue her master's degree in Journalism. She graduated from Boston University in 2009 after interning with Boston Magazine and serving time as a TV and film critic in London. It was the Southern California sunshine and unbeatable sushi that reeled her back to West Hollywood.<br><br>When Danielle is not writing and reporting, she is going for a run, taking a yoga class, scrounging town for the best macaron or drinking excessive amounts of earl grey tea. As editor of Patch, she welcomes any suggestions and contributions, so if you spot her at Coffee Bean or find her mid-jog, please stop and say Hello!
<strong>Beliefs:</strong> I believe in the power of empathy, understanding and tolerance.
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Shows in Weho This Week: Fiona Apple, Trapt and WU LYF
What to see and hear in West Hollywood from Nov. 21-27.
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Monday's Scoop: City Council to Consider Amending Palm Project, Change PDC Green Building Windows
Council will consider allowing PDC to change the windows in its Green Building and amend the time frame for the Palm's construction on a new mixed-use building with retail, restaurant and affordable housing.
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Week in Review: Transgender Killing, Robbery Attempt in Plummer Park and Sex Offender Under Investigation
Los Angeles County officials investigate two crimes against transgender women, as well as a registered sex offender who has been working in movie casting for much of the past decade under a different name.
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Sunday Open Houses in West Hollywood
Click through the image gallery to see what homes in town are holding open houses Sunday afternoon.
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Weho Detectives Investigate Registered Sex Offender, 'Super 8' Casting Assistant
Registered sex offender Jason James Murphy has been working in movie casting for much of the past decade under a different name.
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Hollywood Homicide and Weho Transgender Attack Under Investigation
The suspect description in both cases appears to be similar, say law enforcement officials.
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5 Things to Do This Weekend in Weho
Catch two signings at Book Soup, attend a pre-Thanksgiving dinner or commemorate the Transgender Day of Remembrance in Plummer Park.
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Sunday's Scoop: Hundreds to March for Transgender Day of Remembrance
The event memorializes the victims of anti-transgender prejudice and hate, and will feature speakers from law enforcement, social services and family and youth programs.
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Weho to Hold Transgender Day of Remembrance
The Sunday event, which memorializes the victims of anti-transgender prejudice and hate, will feature speakers from law enforcement, social services and family and youth programs.
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Friday's Scoop: Cold War Kids to Headline the Troubadour
The indie rock band is bringing its soul-punk sound to the Santa Monica Boulevard venue tonight.
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Duran Calls Prop. 8 Ruling a 'Minor Setback'
West Hollywood's mayor, disappointed over the Supreme Court ruling to allow Proposition 8 supporters to defend the law, remains confident that same-sex marriage will win in the end.
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Guide to Giving Back in Weho This Holiday Season
The city lists several holiday-related volunteer and donation opportunities open to the public.
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Thursday's Scoop: Richard Polsky in Conversation With Shepard Fairey at Book Soup
Discussion to center around influential late-20th-century art dealers and taste makers.
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Friday's Scoop: PETA to Celebrate Fur-Free Friday in Nearby Beverly Hills
Local animal rights advocates are gathering on Santa Monica Boulevard at Rodeo Drive to help educate shoppers about the fur and leather industries.
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In Former Cat Club, Rock & Reilly's Is Born
The Sunset Strip has a new watering hole. The Irish pub with attitude has taken over the former dive bar at 8911 W. Sunset Blvd.
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Wednesday's Scoop: Documentary 'Making Sh*t Up' to Screen at West Hollywood Library
The City of West Hollywood, Los Angeles Art Association to co-present film about an ambitious young conceptual artist.
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Hamburger Mary's Bags 'Best Bathroom' Award [VIDEO]
The restaurant's fabulous john beats the competition in the 2nd Annual Eater Awards.
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Occupy West Hollywood Will March Dec. 3 [Video]
Local gay activists are rallying for the 99 percent in solidarity with the 'Occupy' movement.
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Reader Poll: How Do You Feel About the Fur Ban?
West Hollywood will take a final vote on its first-in-the-nation ordinance banning the sale of clothing with animal fur. Offer your thoughts on the ordinance by taking our poll.
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