Bell faces up to 21 years in prison
Michael Ward Bell, a local auto mechanic who shot and killed a transient last July, was found guilty Tuesday of voluntary manslaughter.
A substantial revenue generator, flim market moves to November
The American Film Market, which brings in millions of dollars in revenue for local businesses, will come to Santa Monica twice
Jury to decide whether man is guilty of murder
Deliberations began Friday in the case against Michael Ward Bell, a Pico Boulevard mechanic who shot and killed a transient last
At ceremony, students urged to heed passions and hug parents
More than 700 Vikings joined the alumni ranks Thursday during Santa Monica High School’s 149th graduation ceremony.
“Four years
Witness: Mechanic took deliberate aim at transient
Closing arguments will be made today in the murder trial of a Pico Boulevard mechanic who is accused of shooting and killing a
Santa Monica City Council hopes worst is behind them
The mounted police will still patrol Santa Monica streets on horseback and the local symphony looks likely to be saved under
Renter challenges law that seeks out part-timers
Does Robert Bisno live in Santa Monica or Beverly Hills? Or both?
The answer is worth $3,831 each month.
Bisno, 51,
Mayor: Pico neighborhood is the ‘tale of two cities’
In a city overwhelmingly populated by wealthy white professionals, one neighborhood stands out as a pocket of poverty and crime.
Community
School supporters push for more cash from city
For the first time in more than two decades, a cash-strapped City Hall may give less to area non-profits which
New committee to try and solve homeless problem
There are more homeless people in Los Angeles County than there are residents of Santa Monica. Local officials want to change that.
Man pleaded guilty to affair with 15-year-old daughter of colleague
The sentencing of a retired Santa Monica police officer who allegedly had a long-term sexual relationship with
