Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Mayor Karen Bass touts crime declines in Valley visit

8/18/2026

45 6 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Mayor Karen Bass will appear in the San Fernando Valley on Aug. 18 to highlight crime declines during 818 Day.
A sign at Cupid’s Hot Dogs reads “A Love Letter to the Valley” and “Celebrate the 818 on 8/18.”
Buck Weber, president of the Valley Historical Society, said residents feel like Los Angeles’ “ugly stepchild.”
Local businesses use hashtags #madeinthe818 and #proudtobeSFV and offer $8.18 items and deals all week.

1 of 1

Story summary

Mayor Karen Bass will appear in the San Fernando Valley on Aug. 18 to highlight crime declines during 818 Day.
A sign at Cupid’s Hot Dogs reads “A Love Letter to the Valley” and “Celebrate the 818 on 8/18.”
Buck Weber, president of the Valley Historical Society, said residents feel like Los Angeles’ “ugly stepchild.”
Local businesses use hashtags #madeinthe818 and #proudtobeSFV and offer $8.18 items and deals all week.