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Jul 20, 2026
Is Your Torrance Property in a Fire Hazard Severity Zone?
Updated state maps may bring additional building, disclosure and vegetation-management considerations for affected homeowners.
Jul 20, 2026
New Design Standards Could Affect Future Torrance Home Projects
The city is seeking public feedback on proposed rules for single-family homes and properties in the Hillside and Coastal Overlay areas.
Jul 20, 2026
What Can Torrance’s Property Records Tell You About Your Home?
The city’s online tools reveal permit history, zoning, overlays, lot details and other information worth checking before a project or purchase.
Jul 20, 2026
Pho Hue Oi Brings Central Vietnamese Comfort Food to Torrance
The Hawthorne Boulevard restaurant goes beyond traditional pho with specialties inspired by the bold flavors of Hue.
Jul 20, 2026
Starbird Brings Chef-Driven Crispy Chicken to Hawthorne Boulevard
The California-born restaurant pairs made-from-scratch chicken with sandwiches, tenders, salads, wings and globally inspired sauces.
Jul 20, 2026
Offset Coffee Gives Downtown Torrance a Fresh Place to Slow Down
The South Bay roaster has opened a new café on Marcelina Avenue with coffee, matcha and creative specialty drinks.
Jul 20, 2026
Why Was AYSO Founded in Torrance?
A small group of local soccer enthusiasts turned nine teams and a garage-based idea into a national youth-sports institution.
Jul 20, 2026
A Peaceful Japanese Garden Is Tucked Behind Torrance’s Cultural Arts Center
Pine Wind Japanese Garden offers waterfalls, koi, stone pathways and a quiet escape from the city.
Jul 20, 2026
Turn Torrance Into Your Own Outdoor Art Hunt
Murals, sculptures, decorated utility boxes and community-made tiles are hiding throughout the city.
Jul 20, 2026
A World-Class Chinese Art Collection Is Hiding in Old Torrance
The free Chen Art Gallery spans 5,000 years of history—but visitors need to reserve a guided tour.
Jul 20, 2026
Torrance-Based Volunteer Center Helps Keep Local Children Fed
Food for Kids and the community pantry provide vital support to South Bay families facing food insecurity.
Jul 20, 2026
Should Columbia Park Be Renamed for Torrance War Hero Ted Tanouye?
Residents can weigh three very different proposals for honoring the hometown Medal of Honor recipient.
Jul 20, 2026
Eight New Pickleball Courts Near the Finish Line at Wilson Park
The dedicated courts will include fencing, nighttime lighting and space for 32 players at once.
Jul 20, 2026
Torrance Begins a New Chapter With Newly Elected Leadership
Sharon Kalani becomes the city’s third woman mayor as a new council and city treasurer take office.
Jun 9, 2026
Report Coyote Activity Through Official City Channels
Torrance residents can use the Coyote Portal or 24-hour hotline to report sightings, threats, or attacks.
Jun 9, 2026
Torrance Offers Vacation Home Checks for Residents
Police and trained volunteers can check for visible signs of trouble while residents are away.
Jun 9, 2026
Check the Traffic Impacts Map Before You Drive
Torrance posts current and upcoming lane closures through its online traffic map.
Jun 9, 2026
World Cup Transit Service Starts from Torrance Transit Center
Torrance Transit will offer direct service to SoFi Stadium for World Cup matches.
Jun 9, 2026
Torrance Police Plan Motorcycle Safety Enforcement June 10
Extra officers will be watching for violations by drivers and motorcycle riders.
Jun 9, 2026
Household Hazardous Waste Needs Special Disposal
Paint, batteries, chemicals, and similar items should not go in regular trash.
Jun 9, 2026
Know the Rules Before Trimming a City Street Tree
Know the Rules Before Trimming a City Street Tree
Jun 9, 2026
Free E-Waste and Paper Shredding Event Coming June 27
Torrance residents can safely recycle electronics and shred paper at a city event.
Jun 9, 2026
Torrance Residents Can Schedule Free Large-Item Pickup
City trash customers may request one bulky-item pickup per calendar year.
Jun 9, 2026
Torrance Public Works Requests Can Be Tracked Online
Residents can report service issues, streetlight outages, illegal dumping, and other city concerns through the Citizen Portal.
Jun 8, 2026
Torrance Offers Dashboards for City Priorities and Capital Projects
Residents can use city dashboards to follow strategic goals, infrastructure planning, and public investment.
Jun 8, 2026
Torrance Moves Council Agendas and Meeting Records to OneMeeting
Residents can now find City Council agendas, minutes, and recordings through the city’s legislative management system.
Jun 8, 2026
85°C Bakery Cafe Adds Sweet Sips to Torrance
The Del Amo-area cafe offers breads, cakes, coffee, boba tea, smoothies, and more.
Jun 8, 2026
HopSaint Serves Craft Beer and Wood-Fired Flavor
The West Torrance brewery pairs quality beer with a kitchen focused on local ingredients.
Jun 8, 2026
Red Car Brewery Keeps Downtown Torrance Pouring
The longtime Sartori Avenue brewery pairs house beers with casual comfort food.
Jun 8, 2026
Madre Brings Oaxacan Flavor to Old Torrance
The Cabrillo Avenue restaurant serves mole, mezcal, and family recipes rooted in Oaxaca.