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Week in Review: 'Taste,' Quake and a Fake ID Scam
The end of August sees a Weho resident arrested in a fake ID scam and a quake that rattles areas of Southern California.

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The end of August sees a Weho resident arrested in a fake ID scam and a quake that rattles areas of Southern California.

Two Weho brunch spots are serving up signature dishes at day three of "The Taste."
Not many realtors are showing homes this weekend because of the holiday, so plan your house shopping accordingly.
The billboard at 8535 Sunset Blvd. will block views for neighbors, says one long-time resident.
The president will attend two fundraisers around town on Sept. 26 — one at the House of Blues and another at Fig & Olive.
Proceeds from the eighth annual event will go toward AIDS Project Los Angeles.
Foodies all over town are gearing up for the Los Angeles-wide celebration of gourmet delight.
Normally, the first request for an extension is automatically granted, but in this case, City Hall staffers are recommending that the request be denied.
The City of West Hollywood’s street tree trimming contractor, West Coast Arborists, will start at 8 a.m. and continue until 3 p.m.
The 42-year-old died at the scene after his car struck a concrete pillar on the northbound freeway near Howard Hughes Parkway on Sunday.
Freddie Gibbs joins the Atlanta-based rapper at the Sunset Strip venue at 8 p.m.
Despite one resident's appeal, there still seems to be a disconnect about what to do with the courts atop the West Hollywood Park garage.
Great White, Quiet Riot, LA Guns, Enuff Z'nuff and Slammin' Gladys will perform a free memorial concert tonight at the Key Club.
The 42-year-old West Hollywood resident died at the scene after his car struck a concrete pillar on the northbound freeway near Howard Hughes Parkway on Sunday.
In other news, the City Council supports a pending federal bill that could restrict helicopters in residential areas across LA County and Weho's Trevor Project is named "Champion of Change" by the White House.
A portion of the proceeds from the SpcaLA gala goes to West Hollywood's Fur Free movement.
Click through the image gallery to see what homes in town are holding open houses Sunday afternoon.
Soak up the sun at the Melrose Place market or cool off and sing your heart out at Barney's Beanery's "World Famous Karaoke."
The annual event gives guests a sneak-peak at the latest in fashion and architecture around town.
The lecherous rapper is playing a 30-minute solo set tonight on the Strip.