Innocent bystander hurt by potential suicide attempt at Santa Monica Place
A visitor to Santa Monica Place mall was injured Monday afternoon when they were hit by an individual who jumped from the third floor of the shopping center. According to the Santa Monica Police Department, an unidentified bystander on the…
New tapas restaurant to offer more dining diversity to Downtown
Celebrated chef Sandra Cordeo is set to move from one successful Spanish restaurant in the San Fernando Valley and open…
Santa Monica’s iconic Georgian Hotel announces a reopening date in April
One of Santa Monica’s most unique landmarks, rich in local heritage, returns to its super-stylish former glory in April.
JAMS assistant principal on a mission to empower parents
Joseph Eure and his organization, Sudden Impact, recently launched a book series for parents.
High rises, massive development on its way
16 large-scale projects proposed in Santa Monica will dwarf nearly every other development in the city. These projects violate every…
Vons is gone, long live Vons
As the retail outlet gets razed, we compare the architectural renderings of what’s to come to what we’re used to…
Former Loews Hotel staff to be re-hired by Regent
Following the closure of Loews, new hotel owner and operator plan to…
Santa Monica Pier’s iconic Ferris wheel to go dark for Earth Hour
The legendary fairground attraction at Pacific Park will join other world-famous landmarks…
Recent
Weather-weary California hopes for sunny spring
Following record-breaking rainfall, sunny skies return to Santa Monica.
MOST GORGEOUS MUSIC YOU’VE NEVER HEARD
MARLEY, DEBUSSY, NILSSON – Pretty good songwriters
WorkAbility program benefits students and local businesses
The WorkAbility Program in SMMUSD provides special education students with work experience.
A sneak peek inside the new Pierside Hotel
The location on Colorado that has been home to a hotel for decades is being transformed into a stylish new venue complete with new outdoor dining space
First Farmesa by Chipotle opens on Third Street Promenade
Santa Monica is the first city in the US to try out Chipotle’s new concept that blends healthy eating with the convenience of fast food availability
Spring brings more wind, rain and snow to soaked California
Rain and strong winds return to Santa Monica as storms continue across the state.
Crime Watch: phone-y thieves
In the early morning hours of March 18, 2023, three subjects, Michael Leonardo Pico-Quintero, Tatiana Yuli Arango-Cheves and Sindy Milena Peralta-Porras, were arrested for identity theft, possession of stolen property, and…
First look inside The Beacon hotel, formally known as the Shangri-La
The hotel formerly known as The Shangri-La has been rebranded and is undergoing transformation into something interesting indeed
Homelessness, rehabilitation and health care: What to know about Newsom’s legacy tour
Gov. Gavin Newsom starts defining his legacy on a four-day statewide tour that focuses on priorities interrupted by crisis and the COVID pandemic, including homelessness, criminal justice and health care
Two hospitalized after weekend assaults
SMPD responded to a pair assaults over the St. Patrick’s day weekend.
Farmer’s Market Fog
These days, everything seems like it has its own catch phrase: ‘Heirloom’. ‘Artisanal’. ‘Organic’. From ‘natural’ or ‘non-GMO’ to ‘classic’, foods don’t only carry a brand name, but an often-convoluted description
Letter: Santa Monica Angel
Wednesday evening, March 15, my wife and I were taking our daily constitutional through the byways of our lovely city.
Brambila Salon celebrates 20 years in Santa Monica
Mary Brambila’s salon has become a welcoming and relaxing oasis for clients
Community News
PAL Runners breaking records in the LA Marathon
LA Marathon- Santa Monica Eight Santa Monica Police Activities League Youth Complete The Los Angeles Marathon It’s been said to…
State/National
California’s Newsom launches 2nd term with contrast to GOP
Gov. Gavin Newsom kicked off his second and final term on Friday
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