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Good morning West Hollywood! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which classic rock band just booked Whisky a Go Go this month?
  • How will West Hollywood’s minimum wage change twice in 2026?

Also on today's calendar: Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward live in Los Angeles! and 4 more events.

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Today's riddle: My brother swallowed a box of firecrackers. - Is he all right now? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, with a high of 78 and low of 53 degrees.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 72, low: 49.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 70 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• The Rockett Mafia's Mick Sweda Reunites with the BulletBoys, Rikki Rockett Reacts (rockcelebrities.net) — Classic rock fans in West Hollywood can catch the reunited BulletBoys lineup at Whisky a Go Go on December 28, 2025. Guitarist Mick Sweda is rejoining the band while still planning to continue with the Rockett Mafia, drawing supportive comments from drummer Rikki Rockett and excitement from longtime followers.
   

• New Year Rings in Salary Increases for Minimum Wage Workers (cleanfax.com) — West Hollywood workers are slated to see two minimum wage increases in 2026, as part of a broader wave of hikes across 88 U.S. jurisdictions. The report highlights how local and state actions, including in California, are raising pay floors amid ongoing concerns about affordability and worker retention.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Thursday December 18
  • Smarty Pants Storytime
    Culver City Julian Dixon Library , 4975 Overland Ave , Culver City
    10:30 am
  • Super-Duper Storytime
    Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library
    12:00 pm
  • Walk-in Tutoring With Sarah
    Washington Irving Branch Library
    1:00 pm
  • Family Games
    Library Connection , 1100 E Chevy Chase Dr , Glendale
    2:00 pm
  • Job & Career Development Help
    Burbank Central Library , 110 N Glenoaks Blvd , Burbank
    2:00 pm
  • Classic Cinema Club
    Robertson Branch Library
    3:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Track-by-Track of Amazon Music Hottest New Release "Skull:Shadows" by R&B singer Matell —Victor Matell Read on Patch
  • If you live near Poinsettia Drive, be extra vigilant about the coyotes.
    A couple of days ago 2 coyotes were stalking the neighborhood in broad daylight. Right now 2 or 3 are on the roof of my garage. They let out blood… (Nextdoor East WeHo La Brea)
  • Inbound operations to Hollywood Burbank Airport have resumed.
    9:54AM on Dec 17: Inbound aircraft to Hollywood Burbank Airport are being held at their origin due to low ceilings, with operations expected to… (Nextdoor )
  • Sweetgreen, Inc. posted a job opening for West Hollywood - Service Team Member in West Hollywood. Apply here.
  • ALO posted a job opening for Apparel Visualization Artist in Beverly Hills. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near West Hollywood here.

🗞 Nearby News

Beverly Hills

  • Beverly Hills City Council Approves Police Officers' Association Labor Agreement (canyon-news.com)
  • Selena Gomez sparks debate with cross-country Whataburger catering (mysanantonio.com)
  • Founder of bankrupt subprime auto lender Tricolor Holdings is charged with fraud (baltimoresun.com)

Santa Monica

  • Santa Monica Awarded Nearly $50 Million For Affordable Housing, Transit (patch.com)

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