June 20, 2026
July 4 in the San Fernando Valley
July 4 events in the San Fernando Valley include parades, picnics, block parties, markets, fireworks, concerts, and a World Cup fan zone.
Valley Guides & Stories
Local guides, business spotlights, and stories from across the San Fernando Valley.
Guides
How-to guides and roundups for getting the most out of the Valley.
Interviews
Conversations with the people and businesses behind the 818.
May 11, 2026
Meet Lately: The LA App for Last-Minute Beauty Appointments
Lately connects LA users with discounted, last‑minute beauty and wellness appointments, letting you book hair, facials, massages, and more instantly.
Valley Spotlight: Refill Bodega
Valley Spotlight highlights Refill Bodega, a North Hollywood refill store offering plastic‑free cleaning, personal care, and household products.
Valley Spotlight: Mandie Roman, GeekyGlamorous
Mandie Roman’s GeekyGlamorous shop in the San Fernando Valley offers gamers a welcoming space with unique merch, events, and community vibes.
Local News & Spotlights
Original reporting, neighborhood-council news, and local business spotlights.
July 13, 2026
West Hills Council Opposes SB 79 Setback Cuts
West Hills Council opposes SB 79 setback cuts, citing fire safety and infrastructure concerns over reduced rear and side yard setbacks.
July 13, 2026
Arleta Meeting Hears LASHA Audit Raised Transparency Concerns
Arleta Neighborhood Council meeting highlighted LASHA audit findings of poor records, accountability, and lack of transparency.
July 13, 2026
Studio City Board Rejects $65M Solar Streetlight Plan
Studio City board voted against a $65 million solar streetlight plan, rejecting funding for 500 solar lights across the district.
July 13, 2026
Studio City Council Stalls Vote on Ventura Blvd Project
Studio City Council delays the Ventura Blvd project vote, postponing decisions and seeking more input on the Riverwalk development.
July 7, 2026
Westside Council Approves $6,000 in Neighborhood Grants
Westside Council allocates $6,000 in neighborhood grants, funding tree clearing and a Shop Local campaign to support community projects.
July 7, 2026
Westside Council Discusses SB 79 Setback Plan
Westside Council reviewed SB 79, proposing rear setbacks reduced from 15 ft to 8 ft and side setbacks of 3‑4 ft, and outlining the next approval steps.
July 7, 2026
West Hills Council Opposes SB 79 Setback Plan
West Hills Council officially opposes the SB 79 setback plan, citing unnecessary rear and side yard reductions and urging city notification.
July 6, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Votes Against LA Animal Shelter Food Cuts
Sunland‑Tujunga Council voted unanimously to block LA’s animal shelter food budget cut, preserving funding for animal food and medical supplies.
July 6, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Saves Its 50-Year July Fourth Parade
Sunland‑Tujunga’s 50‑year July Fourth parade is saved after a $3,000 council commitment and community donations, securing the event’s future.
July 6, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Raises Alarm on Oversized ADUs
Oversized ADUs in Sunland‑Tujunga threaten fire safety and defeat housing goals, prompting council alarm over 3,800‑sq‑ft units.
July 6, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Council Flags Tujunga Dump Soil Risks
Sunland‑Tujunga council highlights soil‑risk concerns at the Tujunga dump, citing testing gaps and potential contaminant spread from recent grading.
June 30, 2026
Encino Council Grants $2,965 to Sherman Oaks Chamber Foundation
Encino Council awards a $2,965 grant to the Sherman Oaks Chamber Foundation for community projects, approved May 2026.
June 30, 2026
Northridge West Eyes $2,500 for Limekiln Canyon Brush Removal
Northridge West seeks up to $2,500 to clear brush at Limekiln Canyon, pending council approval and matching funds.
June 30, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Council Backs $40K NC Budget and Rollover Reform
Sunland‑Tujunga Neighborhood Council supports a $40K budget increase and removal of rollover caps to enhance funding flexibility.
June 30, 2026
Encino Fest Power Box Failure Cost $617 in Emergency Bills
Encino Fest’s power box failure led to $617 in emergency bills for locksmith and sound services, detailed in the council meeting summary.
June 30, 2026
Encino Council Splits on Encino Fest Sponsors
Encino Council split on Encino Fest sponsors, approving six co‑sponsors with $9,000 funding while rejecting three proposals.
June 26, 2026
Northridge West Pursues Cost Recovery in Topiary Hit-and-Run
Northridge West seeks to recover over $5,000 in damages from a topiary hit‑and‑run, outlining the council’s ad‑hoc committee actions.
June 26, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Residents Raise Alarm Over Tujunga Dump Grading
Residents warn that grading at the Tujunga dump may release toxic dirt, highlighting community health concerns and lack of testing transparency.
June 26, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Votes Against City Animal Shelter Food Cuts
Sunland-Tujunga council unanimously opposes city budget cuts that eliminate dedicated funding for animal shelter food and supplies.
June 26, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga 4th of July Parade Will Go On
The Sunland‑Tujunga 4th of July Parade continues after city funding was restored, with council and community donations supporting the event.
June 26, 2026
Missing Key at Encino Park Costs Fest $617
Encino Park lost a power box key, causing a $617 emergency expense for sound and locksmith services during the fest.
June 26, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Council Sounds Alarm on Giant ADUs
Sunland‑Tujunga Council warns that oversized ADUs in Sherwood Forest exceed legal size limits, raising safety and fire‑zone concerns.
June 24, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Opposes Removing Animal Food From City Budget
Sunland‑Tujunga council voted unanimously to oppose the city’s budget cut that would eliminate dedicated funding for animal food.
June 24, 2026
Northridge West Council Pursues Driver for Topiary Damage
Northridge West Council forms a committee to pursue the driver who damaged horse topiaries and the Tampa median, seeking funds and prosecution.
June 24, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Flags Giant ADUs in Sherwood Forest
Sunland‑Tujunga council flags three oversized ADUs in Sherwood Forest, citing fire‑zone concerns and misuse of state ADU law.
June 24, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Rescues Its Fourth of July Parade
Sunland-Tujunga saves its Fourth of July parade with a $3,000 council pledge, additional donations, and city subsidies, ensuring the 50‑year tradition continues.
June 22, 2026
Arleta May Turn DWP Lots into Canterbury Path
Arleta plans to convert DWP lots along Canterbury Avenue into a community walking path, enhancing local access and neighborhood amenities.
June 22, 2026
City Skips Arleta Repairs Over Bike Lane Mandate
Arleta street repairs are delayed because a bike lane mandate requires added bike and bus lanes for every repaired block.
June 22, 2026
West Hills Hears Platt Avenue Green Street Plan
West Hills reviews the Platt Avenue Green Street plan, proposing bioswale medians and tree canopies to improve drainage and calm traffic.
April 14, 2026
Half of Valley households making $100K–$150K are saving $0 for retirement
Survey shows 50% of San Fernando Valley households earning $100‑150K save nothing for retirement, with housing costs driving financial stress.
More from the Valley
July 10, 2026
Fire Chief Warns Sunland-Tujunga About Battery Fire Risk
Sunland‑Tujunga fire chief warns residents about lithium‑ion battery fire risk and safety measures, including alerts and reporting procedures.
July 10, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Traffic Safety Town Hall Draws 35
Sunland‑Tujunga traffic safety town hall drew 35 stakeholders, highlighting unsafe driving issues and plans for bi‑annual community meetings.
July 9, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Council Flags Dam Dredging Fire Risk
Sunland‑Tujunga council flags fire‑risk concerns over simultaneous dam dredging, highlighting potential water supply impacts for fire suppression.
July 8, 2026
West Hills Updates Absence Rules for Military Service
West Hills council revises rules so military service absences no longer affect board member attendance, approved 10‑1.
July 8, 2026
Encino Plans LAHSA Listening Session July 21
Encino Neighborhood Council hosts a LAHSA listening session with Matthew Mitnick on July 21, rescheduling the executive meeting to accommodate community questions.
July 3, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Council Approves $1,000 for McGroarty Summer Event
Sunland‑Tujunga Council approved $1,000 for the McGroarty Art Center's Burgers, Blues & Brews event on August 22.
July 3, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Council Approves $2,000 for National Night Out
Sunland‑Tujunga Council allocated $2,000 to the Elks Lodge to sponsor the community’s National Night Out event.
July 2, 2026
Studio City Supports Copper Wire Theft Felony Bill
Studio City backs a felony bill raising penalties for copper wire theft, redefining stolen value to include full repair costs.
July 2, 2026
Studio City Council Backs LA28 Zero-Cost Charter Rule
Studio City Council supports a zero‑cost charter rule for LA28, ensuring no unreimbursed Olympic expenses and delaying any Legacy Fund.
July 2, 2026
Northridge West Flags Sober Home Criminal Investigation
Northridge West flags a criminal investigation into a local sober home after repeated noise complaints and unresolved safety concerns.
July 2, 2026
Studio City Asks City to Expand Parking District
Studio City urges the city to add three blocks to the residential parking permit zone, expanding Preferential Parking District 51.
July 1, 2026
Northridge West Tables Plan to Clear Limekiln Canyon
Northridge West council proposes a $2,500 brush‑abatement plan to clear Limekiln Canyon, pending committee review and matching CD12 funds.
July 1, 2026
Northridge West Pursues Driver Who Destroyed Horse Topiaries
Northridge West council forms a committee to pursue the driver who destroyed horse topiaries and seek restitution.
July 1, 2026
Arleta Council Hears LASHA Audit Found No Accountability
Arleta Council hearing reports that the LASHA audit uncovered no accountability or transparency in the agency’s homelessness funding.
July 1, 2026
Encino Hears Call to Shut Down Whiteman Airport
Encino urges immediate shutdown of Whiteman Airport after a plane incident, urging the FAA to suspend all flight operations pending safety review.
July 1, 2026
Studio City Delays Vote on Giant Riverwalk Project
Studio City council postponed the Riverwalk opposition vote, directing it to a special committee before the June 11 planning hearing.
June 29, 2026
Studio City Rejects $65M Solar Streetlight Plan
Studio City council rejected a $65 million solar streetlight expansion, halting plans for 500 new solar lights across the city.
June 29, 2026
LAPD Warns Encino About Burglary Crew Phone Surveillance
LAPD alerts Encino residents about a burglary crew planting surveillance phones and interfering with breaker boxes, urging vigilance.
June 29, 2026
Northridge West Hears LAFD November Tax Plan
Northridge West reports LAFD’s proposed ½‑cent sales tax increase on the November ballot to fund staffing expansion.
June 29, 2026
Studio City Requests Fencing at Colfax River Bridge
Studio City Council seeks fencing and no‑trespassing signs along the south side of the Colfax River Bridge to address fire risk and debris.
June 25, 2026
Encino Schools to Get 15 mph Speed Signs
Encino schools will receive 15 mph speed signs from LADOT, with installation planned within a month to improve pedestrian safety.
June 25, 2026
Northridge West Hears AMC Bid to Serve Alcohol
Northridge West council recommends approving AMC Theatres’ bid to serve beer, wine, and spirits at the mall, pending final board vote.
June 25, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Opposes Pre-School on Lowell Avenue
Sunland‑Tujunga opposes a proposed pre‑school at 4459 Lowell Avenue due to traffic and safety concerns.
June 25, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Votes to Oppose Street Light Ballot
Sunland‑Tujunga council voted unanimously to oppose the city’s street‑light assessment ballot, citing cost concerns and lack of funding.
June 19, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Traffic Forum Draws 35 Residents
Traffic Forum at ST Elks gathered 35 residents, LAPD, and city officials to discuss road safety, unsafe driving, and speeding concerns.
June 19, 2026
Sunland-Tujunga Council Rejects Animal Shelter Food Cuts
Sunland‑Tujunga Neighborhood Council unanimously opposes cuts to animal shelter food funding, preserving meals and medical supplies for city shelters.