Photos by Ashley ChavezDarren Chapman has been waiting to move into housing since 2015. He sleeps in his car every night. Chapman relies on food stamps and disability checks to get through each month. He showers in a hotel room the few times he can afford one. His Jack Russell Terrier, Daizy Ma, is well-fed and well-loved. This is Chapman’s life, and he said he does what … [Read more...] about Malibu Reinstates Dinners for the Homeless
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City Council Plans to Regulate Retail
Since Measure R was deemed illegal last year, Malibu city leaders voted unanimously to move a strict formula retail ordinance forward. Local business owners and residents passionately debated about the future of formula retail regulations in Malibu. About 63 cities across the nation have set up laws to regulate change to be unique, rather than a mall. “You have the … [Read more...] about City Council Plans to Regulate Retail
Caffe Luxxe Brings Artisan Coffee to Malibu
The Malibu Sands center newest shop, Caffe Luxxe, specializes in luxury European coffee. The store is open on Pacific Coast Highway extremely close to the beach. Their daily menu ranges from traditional items like cappuccinos to more exotic items like orange-flavored dessert coffee. Employee Benjamin Al-Mateen said Caffe Luxxe is unique because the employees are … [Read more...] about Caffe Luxxe Brings Artisan Coffee to Malibu
Greenleaf Celebrates its Grand Opening in Calabasas
Greenleaf Gourmet Chop Shop's ninth and newest store is celebrating its grand opening at the Calabasas Commons this week. The farm-to-face restaurant uses local, fresh, natural and organic ingredients. NewsWaves 32 reporter Araceli Crescencio visited the restaurant to try some of the items on the menu. … [Read more...] about Greenleaf Celebrates its Grand Opening in Calabasas
Artists & Fleas Expands to Venice
Photos by Caroline Laganas The open lot behind Westminster Avenue Elementary School was damp from Jan. 13's rain, and broken down cardboard boxes were sporadically placed for customers to wipe their muddy feet. Despite the grime, tents leading to spirited and diverse worlds and merchandise were set up under the steady stream of Venice sunshine. People mingled in and out of … [Read more...] about Artists & Fleas Expands to Venice