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Food & Dining
Saigon Oi Café: Worth the Wait
After a long search for the right space, Bernard and Phuong Hoang have finally opened their doors in Downtown San Pedro
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Food + Drink
Piccini Means ‘Little Ones’—But the Flavors Are Anything But Small
The Giuliano family brings fast-casual Italian with serious South Bay roots to Western Avenue
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Cover Stories
Inside the World of Shag
A murder mystery, a fez-wearing monkey, and 22 years in the making—’Shag With a Twist’ opens this month at the Grand Annex
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Cover Stories
The Names That Built a Town
When plaques were stolen from San Pedro’s Fishing Industry Memorial, Kris Ursich-Pielago stepped forward to ensure the town’s fishing families would not be erased
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Arts + Entertainment
From the Archive: Pieces of Us
Julie Bender’s 25th Street Mosaic Mural, which illustrates the stories of San Pedro, is ready for its close-up
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Cover Stories
A Century of Belonging
Inside the Dalmatian-American Club’s 100-year story of immigrants, resilience, and community in San Pedro
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Pedro Perspectives
Ships, Sailors, and 250 Years of America
LA Fleet Week 2026 brings 100,000 visitors, tall ship tours, galley wars, and a free waterfront music festival to San Pedro over Memorial Day weekend
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Pedro Perspectives
Line Drawn in the Sand
Questions remain in purchase of Little Sisters of the Poor site by Fred Brown Recovery Services; Plus: more SP book recommendations
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Pedro Perspectives
Rooted in Recovery, Built on Dignity
Before the debate over Little Sisters, meet the organization behind it—and the lives it has changed
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Arts + Entertainment
No Walls, No Limits
After losing its Warner Grand home, fINdings Art Center has reinvented itself as a pop-up, community-driven force in San Pedro’s arts scene
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Real Estate
Don’t Let the Inspection Kill Your Sale
In today’s market, the home inspection is where most transactions fall apart—here’s how to prepare before you list
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News + Community
San Pedro Has a Seat at the Table
From animal services to the Port of LA, San Pedrans are shaping city policy from inside LA’s commission system
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News + Community
A Life of Service
Louis Dominguez served in Vietnam, served his community for 50 years, and never stopped. Now, a veteran resource center bears his name
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News + Community
Forty Years and Still Hitting the Spot
The Sandwich Saloon’s four-decade run is a testament to one family’s dream and San Pedro’s loyalty
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News + Community
San Pedro Shows Up for Toyo
The beloved seamstress has spent 26 years at her shop on 9th Street. When she needed help, the community didn’t hesitate
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News + Community
Chamber Confidential: More Than You Think
The San Pedro Chamber of Commerce president pulls back the curtain on what 120 years of community building really means
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Uncategorized
How Two Women Are Growing a Small Business Community
Born from a pandemic friendship, Small Business Shop Talk is creating space for Harbor Area entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate, and grow
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News + Community
In Praise of Uppity Women
San Pedro celebrates the bold, driven, and community-shaping leaders honored at this year’s Women’s History Month event
For 100 years, the Dalmatian-American Club has been more than a venue; it’s been a home. Our May cover story traces a century of immigrants, resilience, and the kind of community that endures. It’s still standing. Still feeding people. Still bringing San Pedro together.
Learn how the Dalmatian-American Club got to where it is today at the link in bio.
‘A Century of Belonging”
Writer: Aaron McKenzie
Photo: Dalmatian-American Club
#SanPedro #SanPedroCA #SanPedroCalifornia #POLA #Pedro
25 cents changed everything for Luis Correa.
He built a business that survived the collapse of traditional record music and the rise of streaming music.
Learn his inspiring story at the link in our bio.
‘His Town, His Records, His Rules’
Writer + Photo: Aaron Mckenzie
#SanPedro #SanPedroCa #SanPedroCalifornia #Pedro #POLA
Happy Earth Day from San Pedro Today. We’re lucky to have such beautiful spots.
Which one is your favorite?
#SanPedroCA #CoastalSanPedro #SanPedroCalifornia #SanPedro #Pedro
More than just a view. 🌊
Whether you’re there for the historic 1874 lighthouse, the sunken ruins of Sunken City, or just a quiet afternoon under the Moreton Bay Fig trees, Point Fermin Park is the soul of San Pedro.
From the whale watching lookouts to the Victorian charm of the grounds, there’s a reason this spot has been a local escape for over a century.
#SanPedroCA #CoastalSanPedro #SanPedroCalifornia #SanPedro #PointFermin
Some people serve their country once. Others serve for a lifetime. 🇺🇸
Vietnam veteran Louis Dominguez spent decades giving back to his community, supporting fellow veterans, and proving that service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off.
Today, his name stands as a reminder of what true dedication looks like.
Read the full story of a local legacy in our bio.
‘A Life of Service’
Writer: Supervisor Janice Hahn
Photo: Martin Zamora
#SanPedro #SanPedroCa #SanPedroCalifornia #Pedro #POLA
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News + Community
Business
What’s Actually Working
Small Business Shop Talk members share what works for them—from social media and newsletters to where you do your best thinking
Real Estate
Don’t Let the Inspection Kill Your Sale
In today’s market, the home inspection is where most transactions fall apart—here’s how to prepare before you list
Pedro Perspectives
Line Drawn in the Sand
Questions remain in purchase of Little Sisters of the Poor site by Fred Brown Recovery Services; Plus: more SP book recommendations
Life + Culture
Education
Battleship IOWA Lands $500,000 Gift to Build Engineering Career Track
With a landmark gift from the Timken Foundation, the historic warship takes on a new mission: building the next generation of maritime engineers
Cover Stories
The Names That Built a Town
When plaques were stolen from San Pedro’s Fishing Industry Memorial, Kris Ursich-Pielago stepped forward to ensure the town’s fishing families would not be erased
Life + Culture
Love in the Liminal Space
Valentine’s Day acts as a mirror for modern relationships caught between closeness and commitment
Arts + Entertainment
Arts + Entertainment
No Walls, No Limits
After losing its Warner Grand home, fINdings Art Center has reinvented itself as a pop-up, community-driven force in San Pedro’s arts scene
Authors + Books
If Age Is Just a Number, I’m Glad Mine Isn’t Up
On turning 75, a faith milestone, and what it means to grow old in the town you love
Business
His Town, His Records, His Rules
Steady Beat’s Luis Correa has been a DJ, a label owner, a promoter, and a survivor of the Napster apocalypse. Opening a record store in San Pedro was the only thing left to do
Food + Drink
Dining
Piccini Means ‘Little Ones’—But the Flavors Are Anything But Small
The Giuliano family brings fast-casual Italian with serious South Bay roots to Western Avenue
Food + Drink
A Hidden Gem at the Harbor
Express Grill at the Catalina Express terminal delivers surprisingly crave-worthy wraps, breakfast bites, and waterfront views
Dining
Bistro Date
From all-day comfort at Seaside Bistro to the candlelit charm of Savoria Mélange, two local spots prove any night can feel like date night
Sports
Sports
Pirates Out for Redemption
After back-to-back heartbreaks in the City finals, SPHS’s girls flag football team sets its sights on finally bringing home a championship
Education
Youth Times: A One-Stop Hub for SP Families
From sports to after-school activities, the San Pedro Youth Coalition is making it easier for parents to discover opportunities for their kids
Sports
Pirates and Stars Ready for Takeoff
After deep playoff runs last year, San Pedro High and Mary Star reload with veteran talent, big expectations, and tougher schedules