I'm a writer, reporter based in Los Angeles—my hometown—where I've been covering local, national and international breaking news for more than 10 years. I've lived in Santa Monica and Venice for several years and I'm excited to cover my community.
I was born in Pomona and later moved to La Crescenta-Montrose. I'm a graduate of Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy. I attended Loyola University Chicago and earned a major in Journalism and minor in Political Science. I served as News Editor at The Loyola Phoenix.
I'm also an adjunct lecturer at Loyola Marymount University, where I teach Introduction to Social Media. My writing and reporting experience includes a focus in health, breaking news, politics, music and entertainment. I've written and produced digital content for podcasts, live action videos and social media content.
I most recently served as Maria Shriver's social media and video producer, producing and promoting Maria's NBC health and news stories, books and journal, podcast and growing her social media community. I am an original member of ATTN: and former Los Angeles Times digital editor. My work has been published by Fitt LA, Glamour, Mashable, Men's Health and Panoply.
My breaking news experience started with City News Service, the newswire for Southern California, and Patch. I'm a former Local Editor for Montrose-La Crescenta.
Have any story tips or ideas? Contact me at nicole.charky@patch.com. You can also follow and DM me at @nicolecharky on Instagram or Twitter.
This year, Punxsutawney Phil looks for his shadow in a livestreamed event that can be seen in Santa Monica and elsewhere around the country.
A Patch reader shared this incredible sunset view over the Pacific Ocean.
Two lawsuits filed last week say wetland restoration efforts could threaten diverse species, cause climate impacts and create a flood risk.
A man is suspected of stealing a lifeguard boat in Malibu, then leading authorities on a nautical chase across the bay to Marina del Rey.
As efforts to immunize the community ramp up, Culver City officials are sharing how you can avoid COVID-19 vaccine scams.
A man was shot and injured near the Venice Google offices early Saturday, the Los Angeles Police Department told Patch.
More than 1,000 residents lost power Friday afternoon in the Fox Hills area, Southern California Edison reports.
A stunning rainbow emerges in the clouds over the Pacific Ocean, giving us all a fresh breath of hope after the rain.
A gorgeous rainbow appears as rain falls over the Pacific Ocean.
Santa Monica Fire Department is stepping up its digital system to continue quick emergency responses.
Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade reopens for outdoor dining amid the ongoing pandemic.
A 14-year-old Redondo Beach teen who was missing has been found, police said Friday.
The Palos Verdes Nature Preserve, Abalone Cove Park and Preserve, will close during the storm Friday.
A Patch reader shared this golden sunset photo from Santa Monica.
Two Santa Monica city commissioners address racist comments made about Mayor Pro Tem Kristin McCowan during a January City Council meeting.
Jerry's announced it's closing amid the pandemic. The location in Marina del Rey had recently reopened.
A high surf warning was issued for Santa Monica as a storm hits the Southland Thursday through Friday. Check out the forecast.
A high surf warning was issued for Marina del Rey as a storm hits the Southland Thursday through Friday. Check out the forecast.
A high surf warning was issued for Redondo Beach as a storm hits the Southland Thursday through Friday. Check out the forecast.
A high surf warning was issued for Palos Verdes as a storm hits the Southland Thursday through Friday. Check out the forecast.