Santa Monica officials have postponed implementing new parking rates at eight downtown structures until at least Jan. 27 following strong opposition from local businesses. The plan would have reduced free parking from 90 to 30 minutes, threatening membership-based businesses like gyms and studios.
JSX, the Dallas-based public charter air carrier, hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony this week at Santa Monica Airport to mark the official start of passenger service, launching operations despite an
The CDC's National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) has chosen Santa Monica as a study location, offering 500 randomly selected households free comprehensive health screenings while contributing to vital public health research.
The former CEO of The Painted Turtle, a nonprofit camp for children with serious medical conditions, has been charged with embezzling $5.2 million from the organization over a seven-year
Officials are racing to ratify a series of housing-related votes from 2025 after state regulators determined Councilmember Jesse Zwick was conflicted on those decisions, while newly filed complaints allege other
LAHSA is recruiting volunteers for the 2026 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count, scheduled for January 20-22. The count faces scrutiny after Santa Monica's homeless population rose 5% in 2024 despite decreases across LA County.
A 24-year-old woman has been charged with murder and faces $2 million bail after her 15-month-old daughter was found fatally injured in a Santa Monica apartment earlier this week.
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One year after the Palisades and Eaton fires devastated Los Angeles County, killing 31 people and destroying over 16,000 structures, recovery remains slow. Only 10 homes have been rebuilt as the region continues receiving aid from state programs and charitable organizations.
Nearly one year after devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County, investors are purchasing about 40% of properties in hard-hit areas. Property values have plummeted 30-60%, while many homeowners lack funds to rebuild after the fires that destroyed 16,000 structures.
One year after the Palisades and Eaton fires killed 31 people and destroyed 17,000 structures across Los Angeles County, communities are marking the anniversary with memorials and protests as rebuilding continues amid lingering questions about the disaster response.
Route 66's centennial celebrations launched Saturday at Santa Monica Pier with The Drive Home VII caravan featuring nine vintage vehicles embarking on a cross-country journey. The event marks the first of many activities planned through 2026 celebrating the historic highway.
