WWD hosted its second annual Style Awards in Los Angeles during Golden Globe week, celebrating the often-overlooked creative forces behind celebrity fashion. George Clooney accepted the Red Carpet Visionary Award for Giorgio Armani.
The Los Angeles Rams practiced in 82-degree sunshine Wednesday while preparing for Sunday's playoff game at Chicago's Soldier Field, where temperatures won't exceed 20 degrees. Players remain focused on beating the Bears rather than worrying about the weather.
Chamber Music Palisades presents the world premiere of 'Due Voci' by Grammy-winning composer Lolita Ritmanis on Feb. 4 at Brentwood Presbyterian Church. The program also features works by Beethoven, with performances by LA Opera's principal cellist and other distinguished musicians.
The Santa Monica College Planetarium presents winter shows exploring the solar system and black holes on Fridays and Sundays. Shows feature the latest astronomy news and are hosted by Sarah Vincent, with tickets ranging from $7-16.
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion to protect gender-affirming healthcare for transgender youth, opposing proposed federal restrictions that would block Medicaid coverage and penalize providers offering such services.
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Santa Monica Council Rejects Consolidation of Disabilities Commission
Santa Monica City Council voted 4-2 to maintain the Disabilities Commission as a standalone body, rejecting a staff recommendation...READ
The Santa Monica City Council voted Tuesday to maintain the city's Disabilities Commission as a standalone body, rejecting a staff recommendation that would have merged it with housing
The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority is implementing digital mapping improvements, expanded technical support, and streamlined training for its 2026 homeless count scheduled for January 20-22, while facing continued scrutiny over the annual survey's accuracy.
Malibu City Council adopted Ordinance No. 531 on Jan. 12, incorporating the 2025 California Building Standards Code with local amendments addressing seismic risks, fire hazards and environmental conditions. The updated codes affect all new construction and major renovations.
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.
