Believe it or not, we’re only two weeks into the new year. It should be a time of rejuvenation and optimism, but, instead, it feels like we’re slogging
Santa Monica will honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the 41st annual celebration on Monday, Jan. 19 at John Adams Middle School. Emmy-winning producer Bonnie Boswell will deliver the keynote address at this free community event.
The Los Angeles County Department of Economic Opportunity has opened applications for nearly $500,000 in grants to help 100 entrepreneurs launch commercial operations, with Launch Grants of $5,000-$10,000 and Academy Grants up to $2,000.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved developing an ordinance to establish ICE-Free Zones across County properties, preventing federal agents from using public spaces for unauthorized immigration enforcement.
Los Angeles County Board Chair Hilda Solis led a moment of silence honoring victims of federal immigration enforcement violence, including Renee Nicole Good and others shot by ICE agents across the country, criticizing the 'deadly consequences' of current policies.
Bruce Lurie Gallery in Santa Monica presents 'Typeland,' a solo exhibition by Lorenzo Marini featuring 15 paintings and immersive installations that transform typography into art. Opening January 17 at 608 Santa Monica Blvd.
Caltrans will implement a 55-hour closure of Topanga Canyon Boulevard from PCH to Grand View Drive January 17-19 to install an 84-inch reinforced concrete pipe. The closure is part of ongoing recovery efforts from the Palisades Fire.
Santa Monica's MLK weekend features the first-ever drive-in movie night on the Pier showing 'Grease', the final day of Ice at Santa Monica, multiple MLK celebrations, art exhibitions, and unique food events throughout the Westside.
California's unsheltered homelessness decreased by 9% in 2025, the state's largest reduction in over 15 years. Gov. Newsom credits billions invested in programs like Homekey and Proposition 1 for turning the crisis around despite national increases.
Santa Monica's Fairview and Ocean Park Branch Libraries will expand from self-service to full-service operations three days weekly beginning January 20, offering librarian staffing, technical assistance and programs as part of the city's Realignment Plan.
Hyatt Centric Delfina Santa Monica has completed a $16 million renovation featuring reimagined guestrooms, a new restaurant, and a 4,526-square-foot rooftop ballroom with Pacific Ocean views – the only rooftop ballroom in Santa Monica.
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