Chef Aaron Ziegler to Open Pop-Up Restaurant in Venice

Bull&Dragon is opening in Flake through Dec. 21.

Fix for DWP Billing Errors Up to 4 Months Away

Department of Water and Power officials plan to increase numbers of customer service reps and meter readers to end billing problems.

Girl Scout Gift Wrapping Project at Barnes & Noble

Laeticia Winery Owner Donates $5 Million for Alzheimer's Research

Selim Zilkha and Mary Hayley made the donation to the USC Keck School of Medicine to establish a chair in Alzheimer's disease research.

Explora-Winter Wonderland STEAM Festival

Translating Grandma's Recipes for the Holidays

Tips for successfully replicating your grandmother's—or any family member's— beloved dish.

Is Your Job the 1 of 10 That Could Disappear?

These jobs are ripe for downsizing, thanks to technology.

8 Ways to Finish the Year Strong

There's plenty to do this year to get ready for the new year.

Photos with Santa for People and Pets at Bizzy Blondes

Tis the season for photos with Santa.

Find Your Polling Place

Here's a quick way to locate your polling place.

Election Today in Mar Vista for Assembly Member

Christopher Armenta, John Jake and Sebastian Ridley-Thomas are running to fill a vacant Assembly seat.

Sick and Mired: Are Your Debts Making You Crazy?

What to do if your finances are taking a toll on your health.

5 Podcasts That'll Help You Think Like an Entrepreneur

Listen, learn, and reap the rewards of free advice.

An Apple A Day Diet

What’s Your Family’s Unique Holiday Tradition?[SPONSORED]

Whether it’s gag gifts or quirky family photos, there are some traditions that make the holidays truly special.

5 Locals Asking for Holiday Help

Donate to campaigns started by people nearby.

Books that Shaped Work in America

Toys "R" Us Ordered to Pay $178,000 in Los Angeles Overcharging Case

Toys “R” Us did not admit liability, but agreed to fully comply with California’s pricing accuracy and false-advertising laws, and must implement an internal compliance program with annual reporting.

Playboy's Miss January Dani Mathers Poses on Venice Beach in December

A Venice beach photo shoot brought Playboy's Miss January out on the sand in a bikini in December.

Today in Venice, Mar Vista: Brewery, Restaurant Coming to Town, Santa Claus in Neighborhoods, Mar Vista Time Travel

Firestone Walker restaurant, tap room coming to Venice. Santa's on his way, too, to Mar Vista Tuesday night.

Best Music Apps

Holidays are Here! Share the Spirit of the Season on Patch

From your best holiday recipes and gift ideas, to special traditions you cherish with family and opportunities to give back, we want it all!

LA County Mortality Rate Goes Down During Past Decade

Drops in deaths from AIDS, heart disease and stroke help the county's death rate drop 19% from 2001 to 2010. Alzheimer's deaths are up, though.

New Non-Stop Daily Service from LAX to Dubai

The 489-seat A380 plane, with 399 economy-class seats, features 14 private first-class suites with access to two in-flight showers at a price tag of about $26,000.

LAUSD Applies Brakes to iPad Rollout

Administrators strongly favor continuing iPad rollout but majority of teachers disagree, according to a Los Angeles Times report.

Tour the Mandarin Immersion Program at Broadway Elementary

USC Researchers Say Link Exists Between Autism, Air Pollution

High levels of air pollution impact children predisposed to autism spectrum disorder, say researchers.

Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Open House

Your Post-Thanksgiving Detox Diet

Eat these foods to undo Thanksgiving damage.

13 Stylishly Vegan Evening Bags for Holiday & All Year

Serial Killer’s Death Blamed on Ajax

Venice Sign Lighting Friday Night

The Venice Sign will turn on the holiday spirit in Venice during a public event that includes music, art, food, fun and photos with Santa.

What's Up: Ocean Front Walk Safety, LAPD and Santa, Mar Vista Time Travel Mart Event for 826la

The Venice Neighborhood Council will vote for its recommended safety enhancements for Ocean Front Walk Monday. Santa will also make the rounds in Venice thanks to LAPD.

Firestone Walker to Host Public Meeting on Proposed Venice Operation

The free public meeting will include beer and light appetizers.

Airbnb Helps Defeat More In-Depth Look at Venice Short-Term Rentals

Peers, an advocacy group affiliated with Airbnb, helped squash a motion that might have added tougher criteria to short-term renting.

CYBER MONDAY SPECIAL FREE NEAL'S YARD REMEDIES

Place your order online on Cyber Monday, Dec. 2, and it will include *FREE* Neal's Yard Remedies Rehydrating Rose Daily Moisture!

Hula & Tahitian Dance in MDR!

Cyber Monday: By the Numbers

This Cyber Monday, people are expected to spend $2.27 billion, the highest single online shopping day ever. Here is a look at last year's numbers to shed light on what to expect this year.

Pictures, Pumpkins and Party Ideas: Top Blogs

Here's what you wrote—and read—this week.

Venice Gondos' Football Season Ends Against Crenshaw

In spite of scoring 25 points in the second half, the Venice Gondos' weren't able to beat Crenshaw in the semifinals of City Section play.