Westwood Village may start loosening up business planning restrictions to attract more commercial renters to fill its empty storefronts. In an attempt to combat vacancy, the Westwood Village Improvement Association asked the city to update the Village’s regulations governing food establishments in August. Read more...

Photo: The Westwood Village Improvement Association is looking to change the definition of restaurants in the Westwood Specific Plan. Currently, businesses like 800 Degrees Neapolitan Pizzeria and In-N-Out are categorized as fast-food restaurants. (Mackenzie Possee/Daily Bruin senior staff)

An Italian restaurant recently sent out a final round of invitations for guests to dine at its Westwood location before it closes its doors. Palomino Restaurant & Bar, which has been in Westwood for 18 years, will close Sept. Read more...

Photo: Many restaurants and retail businesses closed down in Westwood Village and moved to other locations, such as Culver City. Some said they think expanding Westwood’s retail market will bring more stability to the Village. (Aubrey Yeo/Daily Bruin senior staff)