The Lake Balboa Neighborhood Council will present a comprehensive list of community needs and concerns to Councilmember Imelda Padilla at the upcoming board meeting on February 5, 2025. Key topics include public safety issues in the Sepulveda Basin, the future of Van Nuys and Whiteman Airports, land use developments, improvements for the local dog park, […]

The Los Angeles City Council has approved a $25,000 relief fund to help residents of the northeast San Fernando Valley recover from the devastating wildfires earlier this month. The fund is aimed at assisting those who experienced income loss due to the disaster. Relief Fund Overview This relief initiative, led by Councilwoman Imelda Padilla, focuses […]

We want to take a moment to thank our first responders, activists, and community members for stepping up during this challenging time. Your efforts—whether through resource-sharing, outreach, or direct action—are truly making a difference and show the strength and resilience of our community. With so much information circulating, we’ve compiled a list of resources to […]

LADWP customers experiencing outages should expect crews to respond within 24-48 hours from the time outages are reported. Report outages, see outage alerts, and track the status of outages at: https://www.ladwp.com/outages Contact LADWP: 1-800-DIAL-DWP (1-800-342-5397) MyLA 311 connects you to city services and info; use it to report fallen trees, request cleanups, etc. Dial 311 […]

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an alert for a severe windstorm expected to impact Ventura and Los Angeles counties from Tuesday, January 7, through Wednesday, January 8. Winds are expected to reach 50-80 mph, with gusts up to 100 mph in some areas. In Los Angeles, Red Flag Parking Restrictions will be in […]

Enjoy Free Rides on LA Metro This Holiday Season LA Metro is once again offering free rides on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve to ensure safe and convenient travel during the holidays. From 4 a.m. on December 24 to 3 a.m. on December 25, passengers can ride Metro buses and trains for free. Free […]

The California E-Bike Incentive Project is a statewide consumer-facing incentive program that aims to provide point-of-sale voucher incentives — for the purchase of electric bicycles (e-bikes) — to residents in disadvantaged communities, low-income communities, and low-income households with an annual household income of less than 300% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). The base incentive […]

California Takes Action on Bird Flu Outbreak Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in response to California's rising bird flu cases. The announcement follows confirmation from the CDC of a severe human case in Louisiana. “This proclamation is a targeted action to ensure government agencies have the resources and flexibility they need […]

LA County Launches Program to Cancel $800M in Medical Debt for 200K Angelenos Los Angeles County is tackling medical debt head-on, offering relief to hundreds of thousands of residents burdened by unpaid bills. Through a groundbreaking initiative, the county plans to clear $800 million in medical debt for low-income residents, helping alleviate financial stress for […]

LAKE BALBOA HOLIDAY PARADE is a community parade that will take place on December 23rd beginning at 5pm at the private residence of the Middleton’s located at 7944 Paso Robles Avenue. Neighbors, Friends and Families decorate their bicycles, wagons, mopeds, themselves, and other modes of transportation with lights and bells. The parade will be lead […]

Join us for a Virtual Community Meeting as Metro plans for Housing in the Valley  Balboa Station Virtual Community Meeting  Thursday, December 12, 6 pm – 7:30 pm Zoom link: bit.ly/BalboaMtg Call-In: 888.788.0099 Webinar ID: 884 1046 0828  Metro is currently planning housing near Balboa Station and is seeking input from the community on the architectural […]

LA Animal Services will offer reduced adoption fees this Thanksgiving weekend to help the pets in the six Centers find loving homes. Like many shelters across the country, the Department is facing high intake numbers of cats and dogs, with medium- and large-sized dogs making up the majority of the pet population. Click here to view […]

The Los Angeles Board of Police Commissioners has approved a $2.14 billion budget for the LAPD’s 2025-26 fiscal year. This plan reflects an 8.1% increase, or $160.5 million more, compared to the current budget. The proposal now moves to Mayor Karen Bass and the City Administrative Office for review, with the mayor expected to present […]

The holiday spirit is in full swing as the 41st Annual Granada Hills Holiday Parade rolls through town on Sunday, December 8th, 2024! Starting at 1:30 PM, this much-anticipated community tradition will march rain or shine along Chatsworth Street, from Balboa Blvd. to Zelzah Ave. As the largest holiday parade in the San Fernando Valley, […]

Project Angel Food is dedicated to improving health outcomes and ending food insecurity for critically ill individuals in Los Angeles. By delivering medically tailored meals with compassion and hope, this vital organization has served over 18 million meals since 1989. Volunteers are the heart of the mission, contributing over 40,000 hours annually. Want to make […]

McDonnell is an LAPD veteran, ex-Long Beach police chief, ex-Los Angeles County sheriff The Los Angeles City Council has confirmed former Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell as the 59th chief of the LAPD, the nation’s third-largest law enforcement agency. The decision, which passed with an 11-2 vote, supports Mayor Karen Bass’s nominee amid concerns […]

The team noted that "due to logistics, traffic and timing, fans will not be able to attend both events (the parade and the stadium celebration)." The Dodgers will celebrate their World Series title with a victory parade in downtown Los Angeles on Friday morning, followed by a special ticketed event at Dodger Stadium, the team […]

Mark your calendars! The Free Pet Wellness Day is happening on Saturday, November 9th, from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Balboa Sports Center, located at 5651 Balboa Blvd, Encino, CA 91316. This event is a fantastic opportunity to get your furry friend the care they need — for free! Free Pet Services & […]

The eight-month search for the next Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) chief ended on Friday, Oct. 4, with Mayor Karen Bass announcing former Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell as the new chief. His appointment comes at a crucial time, as the city prepares to host the 2028 Olympics. McDonnell has a long history in […]

In a significant change for older drivers, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced that drivers aged 70 and older are no longer required to take a knowledge test to renew their licenses. This new policy was introduced on Monday, Sept. 30. Previously, drivers 70 and older had to take a knowledge test when […]

The Lake Balboa Neighborhood Council will present a comprehensive list of community needs and concerns to Councilmember Imelda Padilla at the upcoming board meeting on February 5, 2025. Key topics include public safety issues in the Sepulveda Basin, the future of Van Nuys and Whiteman Airports, land use developments, improvements for the local dog park, […]

The Los Angeles City Council has approved a $25,000 relief fund to help residents of the northeast San Fernando Valley recover from the devastating wildfires earlier this month. The fund is aimed at assisting those who experienced income loss due to the disaster. Relief Fund Overview This relief initiative, led by Councilwoman Imelda Padilla, focuses […]

We want to take a moment to thank our first responders, activists, and community members for stepping up during this challenging time. Your efforts—whether through resource-sharing, outreach, or direct action—are truly making a difference and show the strength and resilience of our community. With so much information circulating, we’ve compiled a list of resources to […]

LADWP customers experiencing outages should expect crews to respond within 24-48 hours from the time outages are reported. Report outages, see outage alerts, and track the status of outages at: https://www.ladwp.com/outages Contact LADWP: 1-800-DIAL-DWP (1-800-342-5397) MyLA 311 connects you to city services and info; use it to report fallen trees, request cleanups, etc. Dial 311 […]

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued an alert for a severe windstorm expected to impact Ventura and Los Angeles counties from Tuesday, January 7, through Wednesday, January 8. Winds are expected to reach 50-80 mph, with gusts up to 100 mph in some areas. In Los Angeles, Red Flag Parking Restrictions will be in […]

Enjoy Free Rides on LA Metro This Holiday Season LA Metro is once again offering free rides on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve to ensure safe and convenient travel during the holidays. From 4 a.m. on December 24 to 3 a.m. on December 25, passengers can ride Metro buses and trains for free. Free […]

The California E-Bike Incentive Project is a statewide consumer-facing incentive program that aims to provide point-of-sale voucher incentives — for the purchase of electric bicycles (e-bikes) — to residents in disadvantaged communities, low-income communities, and low-income households with an annual household income of less than 300% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). The base incentive […]

California Takes Action on Bird Flu Outbreak Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in response to California's rising bird flu cases. The announcement follows confirmation from the CDC of a severe human case in Louisiana. “This proclamation is a targeted action to ensure government agencies have the resources and flexibility they need […]

LA County Launches Program to Cancel $800M in Medical Debt for 200K Angelenos Los Angeles County is tackling medical debt head-on, offering relief to hundreds of thousands of residents burdened by unpaid bills. Through a groundbreaking initiative, the county plans to clear $800 million in medical debt for low-income residents, helping alleviate financial stress for […]

LAKE BALBOA HOLIDAY PARADE is a community parade that will take place on December 23rd beginning at 5pm at the private residence of the Middleton’s located at 7944 Paso Robles Avenue. Neighbors, Friends and Families decorate their bicycles, wagons, mopeds, themselves, and other modes of transportation with lights and bells. The parade will be lead […]

Join us for a Virtual Community Meeting as Metro plans for Housing in the Valley  Balboa Station Virtual Community Meeting  Thursday, December 12, 6 pm – 7:30 pm Zoom link: bit.ly/BalboaMtg Call-In: 888.788.0099 Webinar ID: 884 1046 0828  Metro is currently planning housing near Balboa Station and is seeking input from the community on the architectural […]

LA Animal Services will offer reduced adoption fees this Thanksgiving weekend to help the pets in the six Centers find loving homes. Like many shelters across the country, the Department is facing high intake numbers of cats and dogs, with medium- and large-sized dogs making up the majority of the pet population. Click here to view […]

The Los Angeles Board of Police Commissioners has approved a $2.14 billion budget for the LAPD’s 2025-26 fiscal year. This plan reflects an 8.1% increase, or $160.5 million more, compared to the current budget. The proposal now moves to Mayor Karen Bass and the City Administrative Office for review, with the mayor expected to present […]

The holiday spirit is in full swing as the 41st Annual Granada Hills Holiday Parade rolls through town on Sunday, December 8th, 2024! Starting at 1:30 PM, this much-anticipated community tradition will march rain or shine along Chatsworth Street, from Balboa Blvd. to Zelzah Ave. As the largest holiday parade in the San Fernando Valley, […]

Project Angel Food is dedicated to improving health outcomes and ending food insecurity for critically ill individuals in Los Angeles. By delivering medically tailored meals with compassion and hope, this vital organization has served over 18 million meals since 1989. Volunteers are the heart of the mission, contributing over 40,000 hours annually. Want to make […]

McDonnell is an LAPD veteran, ex-Long Beach police chief, ex-Los Angeles County sheriff The Los Angeles City Council has confirmed former Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell as the 59th chief of the LAPD, the nation’s third-largest law enforcement agency. The decision, which passed with an 11-2 vote, supports Mayor Karen Bass’s nominee amid concerns […]

The team noted that "due to logistics, traffic and timing, fans will not be able to attend both events (the parade and the stadium celebration)." The Dodgers will celebrate their World Series title with a victory parade in downtown Los Angeles on Friday morning, followed by a special ticketed event at Dodger Stadium, the team […]

Mark your calendars! The Free Pet Wellness Day is happening on Saturday, November 9th, from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Balboa Sports Center, located at 5651 Balboa Blvd, Encino, CA 91316. This event is a fantastic opportunity to get your furry friend the care they need — for free! Free Pet Services & […]

The eight-month search for the next Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) chief ended on Friday, Oct. 4, with Mayor Karen Bass announcing former Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell as the new chief. His appointment comes at a crucial time, as the city prepares to host the 2028 Olympics. McDonnell has a long history in […]

In a significant change for older drivers, the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) announced that drivers aged 70 and older are no longer required to take a knowledge test to renew their licenses. This new policy was introduced on Monday, Sept. 30. Previously, drivers 70 and older had to take a knowledge test when […]