Closures for U.S. Highway 101 Bridge Rehabilitation: October 5-9
Closures for U.S. Highway 101 Cahuenga Pass Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Los Angeles for Paving Work: Oct. 5 – Oct. 9
Northbound U.S. 101 fully closed at Barham Boulevard from 1 a.m. to 4 a.m., Oct.7-9
El Niño Is Coming
El Niño: Before the Rain Hits
By Alexa Williams
We all have been hearing the steady warnings about this winter’s upcoming El Niño. However don’t get too complacent thinking that we live in the hills and not at the beach.
Take a look at your slopes, get some sandbags if needed, trim precarious trees, and clear nearby storm drain grates.
Proposals to change Los Angeles Zoning Codes Update
Missing Middle LA
Los Angeles City Planning recently held a Virtual Public Hearing on the Missing Middle LA draft ordinances. Thehearing provided an opportunity for members of the public to learn more about the proposals and share comments directly with Planning staff.
California Strengthens Local Wildfire Prevention
Gov. Newsom signed SB 973, the Wildfire County Coordinator Program, into law. Co-sponsored by the California Fire Safe Council and Megafire Action, SB 973 is part of the Joint Megafire Prevention Package, the most comprehensive state-level legislative package aimed at mitigating destructive megafires in U.S. history. As Gov. Newsom noted, “The goal has always been bigger than responding to the next fire; it’s about leaving California safer, stronger, and better prepared for the generations that follow.”
Community Safety The Future of Unarmed Response
Register to Attend Community Safety: The Past, Present, and Future of Unarmed Crisis Response
Attendees will learn more about LA City's Unarmed Response Programs, and how the Office of the Mayor is working to fully integrate these programs into our public safety system. This event will host a panel discussion featuring both Unarmed Response program leaders, and representatives from our public safety departments. The Office of the Mayor hopes attendees will gain insight into the intent of each program and learn how to utilize both.
South Griffith Park Master Plan
Connected Paths | Shared Spaces | Created Together
Wednesday October 21st 6 to 8 PM
A public meeting to weigh in on the South Griffith Park Master Plan. Drop by the Friendship Auditorium to review draft alternatives for recreation, mobility, and open space. Talk with the project team, check out the stations, and share your thoughts on how the park connects to the LA River and surrounding neighborhoods. Brief presentations at 6 PM and 7 PM. All ages welcome. Details available on the profile.
Fall Fantasy Book Faire 2026 Oct 10-11th
A weekend of magic, stories, and imagination . . .
For two days, the Autry Museum lawn transforms into a vibrant, family-friendly fantasy world filled with books, creators, and immersive experiences. Attend one day . . . or make a weekend of it!
Wander through a curated marketplace, meet authors, discover new stories, and explore themed activations designed to bring fantasy to life.
Cosplay is encouraged.
Overnight Closures for U.S. Highway 101 Bridge Rehabilitation: Oct. 2-3
LOS ANGELES — Caltrans announces overnight closures taking place on U.S. Highway 101 (U.S. 101) in Hollywood between Gower Street and Vine Street, Saturday, Oct. 3, for bridge rehabilitation work.
Overnight Closures for U.S. Highway 101 Cahuenga Pass Pavement Rehabilitation Sept. 28 – Oct 2
LOS ANGELES—Caltrans announces overnight closures on U.S. Highway 101 (U.S. 101) in Los Angeles, Monday, Sept. 28 through Friday, Oct. 2, for paving work. This work is part of a pavement rehabilitation project on U.S. Highway 101 (U.S. 101) in the Cahuenga Pass.
Northbound U.S. 101 will be reduced to two lanes overnight between Highland Avenue and State Route 170 (SR-170), and reduced to one lane from 2 a.m. to 4 a.m. (4 a.m. to 5 a.m. Saturday morning). Southbound U.S. 101 will be reduced to three lanes overnight between SR-170 and Cahuenga Blvd.
There may be rolling overnight full closures at connectors and ramps as the contractor moves between locations. Detour routes will be marked.
Hollywoodland Creative Arts Contest!
By Christine Mills O’Brien
Hollywoodland residents of all ages are invited to enter our creative arts contest inspired by two Hollywoodland themes. Participants may submit an entry for either theme or for both.
Stories may be expressed through photography, painting, graphic design, illustration, 3-D art, writing, audio, music, performance, or a combination of creative forms.
A Coyote Named Mahatma
Mahatma
By Susie Karasic
For the last several years we have had packs of coyotes roaming our streets, often howling in numbers. At one time, years ago, I saw 5 or 6 coyotes heading up a neighbor’s driveway the day before trash day.
Then last spring, there was a big commotion in a group of 3 or 4 coyotes in the street in front of our house. This was followed by a lone coyote crying the most heartbreaking cry. I think she was ousted from her pack.
Reduce Electricity During High-demand Periods
Your smart thermostat could earn you money!
Power Savers is LADWP’s energy demand response program that rewards you up to $145 for helping reduce electricity use during high-demand periods. We make small, brief adjustments to your smart thermostat to support grid reliability. You stay comfortable while getting paid.
The Village Green Sculpture
An Attempted Getaway at the Village Green
By Alexa Williams
Apparently, copper wire isn’t the only neighborhood item that thieves want to steal. Last Sunday night, September 20, several people attempted to make off with the granite sculpture that has stood in the center of the Village Green since its inception.
Crane Boulevard Safety Coalition: Hillside Fire Safety and State Minimum Fire Safe Regulations
For five years, the Crane Boulevard Safety Coalition says the City of Los Angeles has failed to enforce state fire safety rules intended to protect residents who live in the state’s highest-risk fire zones.
Since July 1, 2021, the State Minimum Fire Safe Regulations have applied to new construction in Los Angeles’ Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones (VHFHSZ). The regulations establish minimum standards for road width, slope, turning radius, dead-end length, and setbacks so residents can evacuate and fire apparatus can gain access during a wildfire.
The coalition says:
The City has not established the required process to apply the regulations, while Planning, Building and Safety, and the Fire Department continue approving new hillside construction.
Overnight Closures Northbound and Southbound U.S. Highway 101 September 21 - 25
Overnight Closures for U.S. Highway 101 Cahuenga Pass Pavement Rehabilitation Project in Los Angeles for Paving Work: Sept. 21-25
LOS ANGELES— Caltrans announces overnight closures on U.S. Highway 101 (U.S. 101) in Los Angeles, Monday, Sept. 21 through Friday, Sept. 25, for paving work. This work is part of a pavement rehabilitation project on U.S. Highway 101 (U.S. 101) in the Cahuenga Pass.
Overnight Closures Northbound and Southbound U.S. Highway 101 for Bridge Rehabilitation
Overnight Closures Scheduled on U.S. 101 in Hollywood for Bridge Rehabilitation: Sept. 19, Sept. 25-26
LOS ANGELES — Caltrans announces overnight closures taking place on U.S. Highway 101 (U.S. 101) in Hollywood between Gower Street and Vine Street, Saturday, Sept. 19, and Friday Sept. 25 through Saturday, Sept. 26, for bridge rehabilitation work.
Reported Copper Wire Theft: Streetlight & Communications Outages in Hollywoodland
Streetlight, Telephone and Internet outages
Neighborhood reports link copper-wire theft to widespread streetlight outages in Hollywoodland. Volunteers have cataloged approximately 70 dark streetlights, although the cause of each outage has not been independently confirmed.
Copper theft has also reportedly disrupted internet service at Beachwood Market and affected other AT&T DSL customers in the neighborhood. Witnesses reported suspected wire theft from a nearby manhole and notified police and AT&T. Telephone outages have also been reported, but their connection to the thefts remains unconfirmed.
Town Hall Meeting Hosted by MySafe:LA and the LA Regional Fire Safe Council
In addition to the Zone 0 discussion, the Town Hall will include an update from the California Department of Insurance on insurance issues heading into fall, including wildfire concerns, flood insurance, and the potential for flooding and debris-flow impacts following wildfire and/or El Niño storms.
Zone Zero Regulations Withdrawn from State Review
The California Board of Forestry and Fire Protection has withdrawn its proposed Zone Zero emergency regulations from review by the Office of Administrative Law.
OAL lists Zone 0 Defensible Space, File No. 2026-0828-03E, as withdrawn September 8, 2026. The regulations therefore did not move forward under this filing and may be revised and resubmitted.
Overnight Closures Northbound and Southbound U.S. Highway 101
LOS ANGELES— Caltrans announces overnight closures on U.S. Highway 101 (U.S. 101) in Los Angeles, Monday, Sept. 14 through Friday, Sept. 18, for paving work. This work is part of a pavement rehabilitation project on U.S. Highway 101 (U.S. 101) in the Cahuenga Pass.