California uses algorithms to predict whether incarcerated people will commit crimes again. It has used predictive technology to deny 600,000 people unemployment benefits. Nonetheless, state administrators have concluded that
Developer Rick Caruso confirmed Wednesday that Palisades Village will reopen in early to mid-2026, with luxury retailer Elyse Walker slated to return as the flagship tenant. The announcement was made
California’s port traffic is beginning to look worse now, under the effects of President Donald Trump’s fickle tariff policy, than it did at the height of the COVID-19
Bay Cities Italian Deli & Bakery broke its silence following the closure of its beloved Santa Monica location this week, posting a response on Instagram that is transparent in acknowledging
The Shore Hotel marked the grand opening of its striking new bar and restaurant this week, unveiling Shoreside, a California-coastal dining concept designed to bring together local flavor, architectural flair
For months, American consumers and businesses have been hearing that President Trump's massive import taxes – tariffs – would drive up prices and hurt the U.S. economy. But the
Outlandish, the live shopping and e-commerce hybrid that launched its flagship retail studio on the Third Street Promenade last year, is expanding to Brazil as part of its growing global
Staring down a $12 billion budget deficit, Gov. Gavin Newsom proposed steep cuts to California’s health care services and public universities — all while promising more dollars to Hollywood.
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California's top insurance regulator said Tuesday that State Farm can soon start raising premiums by 17% for all of its home insurance customers in the state to help
The Santa Monica City Council has approved a new Entertainment Zone along the Third Street Promenade, allowing adults to consume alcoholic beverages outdoors with a phased implementation beginning next month.
Just over two years after it reopened under new management and a fresh identity, The Beacon hotel on Ocean Avenue has ceased accepting reservations, gone dark on booking platforms and
The Film Independent Spirit Awards, a cornerstone celebration of independent filmmaking, will move from its longtime Santa Monica home to the Hollywood Palladium for its 2026 ceremony, organizers announced Friday.
