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Video Depicting Buried Treasure Prank At Venice Beach Goes Viral

Four guys carried out the ultimate practical joke on a Southern California beach last weekend and it was all caught on a video that’s been burning up the internet.

2012/05/31

Robbers Targeting iPhones, iPods Near Venice Beach

Police warned people in Venice to protect their Apples following a recent rash of robberies where thieves targeted iPhones, iPods and other Apple products.

2012/04/11

Police Cracking Down On Homeless, Renegade Vendors On Venice Beach

Growing complaints from business owners and residents along the Venice Beach boardwalk have prompted police to weed out homeless camps and renegade vendors.

2012/04/09

Best Skateboarding Shops In Los Angeles

In Los Angeles, serious skateboarding is not just for tricksters. For many, these rolling planks are modes of transportation; for others, they’re a way to move a heavy load. Whatever the chosen practice for this inventive means of moving, Angelenos demand a diverse selection to fit the right bill — and to come off as groovy as possible in the process. Consider the following five best skateboarding shops to be found in Los Angeles

2012/03/31

Will this proposed Ferris wheel be built at Venice Beach? (credit: CBS)

Will Proposed New Ferris Wheel Light Up The Venice Beach Night Sky?

Venice Beach is known for many things. Muscle Beach, quirky street performers, diversity, cheap t-shirts.The gourmet sausages at Jody Maroni’s? Hello!

2012/03/04

City Council Considers Regulating Street Performers, Hawksters At Venice Beach

The Los Angeles city council is considering a new plan to regulate the colorful characters, jugglers, clowns, musicians and hawksters on the Venice Boardwalk, a city councilman said Saturday.

2011/12/10

Man Rescues Injured Great White Shark Near Venice Pier

A man lifeguards call the “Animal Whisperer” rescued what is believed to be a young great white shark over the weekend.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2011/09/27

Study: Rising Sea Levels May Submerge Malibu Beach Homes By 2100

The economic loss in Malibu alone could top $500 million, according to the study funded by the Dept. of Boating and Waterways.

2011/09/13

Tensions At Venice Beach: “Where’s Sean?”

“One, two, three, four… One, two, three, four…” That was me counting the heads of Nathan, Willem, Leo and Sean as they bobbed and weaved through the after-sunset crowds along the boardwalk at Venice Beach. […]

2011/08/02

Best Beaches For Kids In Los Angeles

This recently-opened Annenberg Community Beach House is on the site of the former Marion Davies estate, and comes with its share of history, including the original pool, which is open weekends in September and October from 10 a.m.

CBS Los Angeles–2011/08/01

A Guide to Los Angeles’ Free Beaches

Any guide to Los Angeles’ free beaches must include Manhattan, the beach that inspired the music of the Beach Boys and was the birthplace of beach volleyball.

CBS2 / KCAL9–2011/08/01