The week promotes open government and freedom of information. How would you rate Hermosa Beach’s openness to public access? Take our poll below.
Is it time for the governor to refill the financial reserves? Share your thoughts in the comments.
Deadline to file to run in June election is Friday.
In wake of the Macpherson Oil Co. settlement, weigh in on oil drilling now in our Patch poll.
Federal rules require the county Department of Public Social Services to store mail that's addressed to welfare and food stamps recipients who are homeless.
The Santa Monica-based oil company agrees to dismiss its lawsuit and assign its lease and permits to drill in Hermosa Beach to another company. The lease will be subject to approval by voters.
The bike master plan aims to make the unincorporated areas of the county friendlier for cyclists. Meanwhile, the South Bay has its own proposed master plan.
The new policy lets restaurants with outdoor seating invite dogs to chow down with their owners. Take our poll and let us know what you think.
Hermosa Beach Mayor Howard Fishman and other community leaders announce the Healthy Air Hermosa campaign kicking off in town.
Get a good look at the goals and work plan to be discussed, from finances to street improvements—and leave your thoughts in the comments below.
The Hermosa Beach City Council will discuss policy recommendations.
California Secretary of State Debra Bowen has certified the referendum for the November general election ballot, according to her office.
An interview with an active-duty SEAL on the ocean knowledge, physical skills and attitude it takes to make it in the world’s most elite military unit.
Trial date set for April 4.
The Hermosa Beach Planning Commission unanimously agrees to recommend City Council keep existing policy and not allow items on downtown sidewalks.
The city attorney sounds off in response to recent ruling in the case.
Heal the Bay and Surfrider Foundation decry a proposed funding cut to grants for water quality testing across the country, including here in California
City government offices, banks and local services will be closed Monday for the federal holiday.
The Hermosa Beach City Council adopts recommendations from the Parks and Recreation Commission to allow food trucks in certain areas for events. Take our poll below.
The Hermosa Beach City Council unanimously decides to allow only business owners to purchase employee parking permits in time of need—not their workers.
The Hermosa Beach City Council decides 3-2 to allow space for a community garden in the northeast corner of South Park.
Sunshine Week kicks off March 11. In preparation, we're encouraging our readers to nominate area open-government activists for the Sunshine Week Local Heroes contest.
The Hermosa Beach City Council will continue its discussion on allowing space for a permanent community garden in South Park.
The South Park Design Committee invites residents to weigh in on the design of the playground.
Romance is in the air—especially in Los Angeles County as officials seek volunteers to marry couples this Valentine's Day. No appointment will be necessary for the ceremonies.
Beach Cities residents are invited to discuss the design and implementation of a bike lane along Aviation Boulevard.
The Board of Supervisors establishes an interdepartmental council to fight homelessness. What do you think of the plan? Tell us in the comments.
If you were mayor of Hermosa Beach for the day, how would you aim to improve the community? Tell us in the comments. Appointment of Hermosa's next mayor and mayor pro tempore is set for April 10.
In the first tests of the year, Hermosa Beach's ocean water quality is rated 'A' and A-plus, but when wet, Herondo Street is given an 'F.'
The hazardous and e-waste collection event is set to kick off at Clark Stadium on Saturday.
He calls his tenure in Hermosa Beach "quite a ride."
The Hermosa Beach City Council approves a list of special events to take place in town this year.
The Hermosa Beach City Council is to discuss upcoming special events, the Frosted Cupcakery's move to Hermosa Avenue, and the allocation of funds.
The Hermosa Beach Planning Commission is to continue the discussion in a future meeting.
The 80th winter meeting is held this week in Washington, D.C.
City government offices, banks and schools are closed Monday for the holiday.
The Hermosa Beach City Council approves the smoking ban implementation program, which goes into effect March 1.
The Hermosa Beach City Council approves adding one additional beach volleyball court just south of 16th Street on an interim basis.
Gov. Jerry Brown hopes to convince Californians to tax themselves to support schools. Meanwhile, a proposed local sales and use tax to fund Hermosa Beach schools is analyzed.
The Hermosa Beach City Council will hold its annual review of Fiesta Hermosa—plus, beach volleyball courts, possible schools tax, and meeting procedures are up for discussion.