Santa Monica, CA|News|
Student Sexually Assaulted At Santa Monica Library: Police
The assault happened after a man approached the student and asked for a kiss, police said. Now, they're asking for help finding the suspect.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
- Los Angeles, CA
Chris is a Patch editor covering Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Culver City, Malibu, Hollywood and Pacific Palisades.
After starting his journalism career in his home state of Massachusetts, he went west and fell in love with the sunshine, mountains and amazing people of the Golden State. He’s covered city government in San Diego and Pasadena and more recently reported on Hollywood and independent film.
Reach out with news tips, food recommendations and dog pics: chris.lindahl@patch.com.
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Malibu, CA|News|
Malibu's Next Disaster Volunteer Course Begins May 6
The Community Emergency Response Team helps Malibu residents in the event of natural disasters.
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Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
County Cracks Down On Fire Properties Still Littered With Debris
Dozens of property owners who have yet to make progress clearing their lots of debris are about to face consequences, officials say.
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Hollywood, CA|News|
DUI Checkpoints, Patrols Planned For Hollywood This Week
The LAPD plans to ramp up drunken-driving enforcement across the city this weekend.
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Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Investigators Wrap Up Controlled Fires In Pacific Palisades
Investigators lit fires in Pacific Palisades this week to help uncover the cause of January's deadly wildfire.
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Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
500 Guns Recovered From Palisades Fire Debris
Police are trying to match hundreds of charred guns with their rightful owners after the Palisades Fire.
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Beverly Hills, CA|News|
Councilmember Lester Friedman Named Yom HaShoah Honoree
Councilmember Lester Friedman — the son of Holocaust survivors — was honored on the state Assembly floor this week.
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Santa Monica, CA|News|
Restaurants Serving Mother’s Day Brunch In And Near Santa Monica
Patch has you covered with the tips for Mother’s Day dining around Santa Monica.
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Malibu, CA|News|
Restaurants Serving Mother’s Day Brunch In And Near Malibu
Patch has you covered with the tips for Mother’s Day dining around Malibu.
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Beverly Hills, CA|News|
Restaurants Serving Mother’s Day Brunch In And Near Beverly Hills
Patch has you covered with the tips for Mother’s Day dining around Beverly Hills.
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Hollywood, CA|News|
Restaurants Serving Mother’s Day Brunch In And Near Hollywood
Patch has you covered with the tips for Mother’s Day dining around Hollywood.
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Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Palisades Recreation Center To Be Rebuilt
After the wildfire, the Palisades Recreation Center will be rebuilt through a public-private partnership.
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Malibu, CA|News|
Marianne Riggins Sworn In As Malibu Mayor
Marianne Riggins replaces outgoing mayor Doug Stewart.
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Hollywood, CA|News|
Police Release Video Of Man Suspected Of Metro Bus Sex Assault
A man sexually assaulted a woman on a Metro bus at knifepoint, police said. Detectives believe he could be behind other attacks.
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Hollywood, CA|News|
Council Seeks To Aid Film Industry Amid Economic Struggles
The City Council on Tuesday advanced a package of proposals meant to support film production in the city.
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Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Fires Will Be Set In The Palisades To Aid Federal Investigation
Investigators will light fires in Pacific Palisades this week to help uncover the cause of January’s deadly wildfire.
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Pacific Palisades, CA|News|
Lacrosse Team Faces Tough Punishment After Prom-Night Forfeiture
The University High team is facing a $100 fine — as well as a much more painful punishment — after Friday night's forfeiture to Pali High.
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Los Angeles|News|
Planet Fitness To Offer Free Workouts This Weekend In LA County
Planet Fitness is celebrating National Fitness Day with free workouts and recovery sessions this weekend.
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Los Angeles|News|
Man Sought In Metro Bus Sex Assault May Have More Victims
A man sexually assaulted a woman on a Metro bus at knifepoint, police said. Detectives believe he could be behind other attacks.
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Malibu, CA|News|
Malibu Opens City Grant Application Window For Nonprofits
Last year Malibu awarded over $237,000 in grants to local nonprofit organizations.
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