Rancho Palos Verdes Turns To State In Push For Landslide Insurance Program

RPV will seek support from other landslide-hit cities before taking its insurance push to state officials.

RPV Moves Forward With Rule Changes Aimed At Bringing More Cell Sites To City

Changes allow taller small-cell equipment and installations on traffic signals as Rancho Palos Verdes seeks better wireless coverage.

No Landslide Insurance? RPV Wants California To Create New Safety Net

None of 62 surveyed landslide-area residents reported having land-movement coverage, the city told Patch.

Privacy Fears Put Palos Verdes License Plate Cameras In Spotlight

Residents questioned who can access license plate data as sheriff's officials and Flock Safety defended the technology.

Palos Verdes Peninsula Election Guide: What’s On The June 2 Ballot

As the 2026 election nears, here's what you need to know about what's on the ballot in Palos Verdes Peninsula cities.

Rancho Palos Verdes Offering Free Sandbags For Residents Ahead Of Weekend Rain

Palos Verdes residents with ID can pick up free sandbags at City Hall ahead of an incoming rainstorm that's expected this weekend.

Rancho Palos Verdes Could Hike Hotel, Golf Course Taxes By 3-5%

The city's hotel room tax could rise by 3%, and its golf course use tax by 5%, if voters approve.

The Mayor Of Rancho Palos Verdes Wants To Meet Up For Coffee

On Friday over coffee, Rancho Palos Verdes Mayor Paul Seo will chat with community members about issues that matter to them.

Ranchos Palos Verdes Seeking Applicants For City Committees, Commissions

The City of Rancho Palos Verdes is seeking applicants to fill open seats on various advisory boards.

Palos Verdes Council Decides Against Removing Traffic Roundabouts

The Rancho Palos Verdes Council this week decided to not remove its traffic circles, but could make modifications, like adding speed humps.

Rancho Palos Verdes City Council To Consider Removing Traffic Circles

At its next meeting, the RPV City Council will consider a petition to remove the traffic control circles along Avenida Classica.

Rancho Palos Verdes' Mayor Wants To Have Coffee With You

Rancho Palos Verdes residents who join Mayor Paul Seo for coffee on Friday will get a free mug, while supplies last.

Palos Verdes Disaster Mitigation Plan: Deadline For Comments Is Near

Rancho Palos Verdes residents who'd like to help make the community more resilient have a chance to do so by commenting on a disaster plan.

ICE Conducts Immigration Actions In Downey, No Details Provided

The city noted its police department does not assist or collaborate with ICE.

CA's Nov. 4 Election: What's On The Ballot, How To Cast Your Vote In Palos Verdes

Here's everything you need to know about the Nov. 4 Statewide Special Election in Los Angeles County.

‘No Kings’ Protest Planned This Weekend In Palos Verdes: What To Know

Some 40 rallies are planned across Los Angeles County this weekend, including one on the Palos Verdes Peninsula.

Citing Mental Health Crises, Officials Hope To Improve Cell Phone Service Atop South Bay Bridge

“Preventing suicide means all of us play an active role by looking out for those in our circle and in our communities, an official said.

RPV Wants To Update An Ordinance That Would Ban New Construction In Landslide Zones. Here's What That Means

If approved later this month, the amended ordinance banning new construction in landslide zones would go into effect before October.

FEMA Canceled A Program That Could Help Mitigate Landslide Issues In RPV. Now, CA Is Suing

"We’re taking them to court – not because we want to, but because we have to," California Attorney General Rob Bonta said.

RPV To Buy Landslide-Damaged Homes, But It Could Take Years: Report

At least 85 applied for the buyouts, but only 23 were placed on a shortlist to have their homes appraised, according to an LAist report.

Peacock Trapping To Resume In Rancho Palos Verdes

The Rancho Palos Verdes City Council voted Tuesday to conduct "limited, humane" trapping three neighborhoods.

RPV May Never Get Federal Funding To Help With Landslide: Report

The cancellation of a federal emergency grant program will hurt Rancho Palos Verdes' long-term efforts against land movement.

Palos Verdes Estates Names First-Ever Deputy City Manager

Palos Verdes Estate's first-ever Deputy City Manager will help execute city policies and initiatives.

FEMA Denies Disaster Assistance Request For Palos Verdes Landslides

FEMA denied Rancho Palos Verdes officials' request for disaster recovery costs in relation to the landslide emergency.

Palos Verdes Seeks Volunteers For 2025 LA County Homeless Count

Locals can sign up online for 3-4 hour shifts in the annual Los Angeles County Homeless Count, which will run from Jan. 21 to Jan. 23.

Cycle And 2-Wheel Vehicle Ban In Landslide Area Extended

As land movement continues along Palos Verdes Drive South, lawmakers extended a controversial ban on cycles along the road.

Preliminary Results In For Palos Verdes Races

Preliminary results are in for several races in the Palos Verdes Peninsula cities.

Palos Verdes Voter Guide 2024: What's On The Ballot

Here’s all you need to know about what’s on your ballot in Palos Verdes.

Palos Verdes Peninsula Voters: How To Track Your Ballot

Thousands are registered to vote in the Palos Verdes Penisnusla cities. Here’s a step-by-step guide to track your votes.

$42M Buyout Program Offered To Residents Impacted By Landslides

City, State and Federal officials announced a $42 million voluntary buyout program for residents living in the landslide area.

Legislators Seek FEMA Funding For Residents Impacted By Landslides

Government officials asked FEMA to provide resources, assistance and funding to residents on the Palos Verdes Peninsula.

How To Register To Vote In Palos Verdes

Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Palos Verdes ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

Ballot Boxes Open In Palos Verdes: Find Yours

Here’s a list of ballot boxes in Palos Verdes, where you can cast your votes for the Nov. 5 election.

Palos Verdes Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

As the 2024 election nears, here’s all you need to know about what’s on your ballot in Palos Verdes.

Water Being Removed From Landslide Area At 200 Gallons Per Minute

According to Rancho Palos Verdes officials, new dewatering wells are removing hundreds of gallons of underground water per minute.

Trump Threatens To Withhold Disaster Aid From California

At his Rancho Palos Verdes golf course, the presidential candidate said California's fire victims might not get help if he were elected.

Attorney General Issues Alert On Price Gouging In Rancho Palos Verdes

The Attorney General reminded the community that price gouging during a state of emergency​ is illegal.

Governor Newsom Declares State Of Emergency In Rancho Palos Verdes

Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency as safety concerns in the Portuguese Bend community of Rancho Palos Verdes grow.

Frustrated Residents Claim Negligence Led To Palos Verdes Landslides

Residents of Palos Verdes are suing utilities, contractors and several cities claiming negligence led to accelerated land movement.

Rancho Palos Verdes Names New Recreation and Parks Director

The new director of Rancho Palos Verdes' largest department will oversee all operations including the Open Space and Trails Division.