Santa Monica Police Chief Ramon Batista announced his resignation Friday, citing philosophical differences with the “new administration” after nearly four years leading the department.
Batista, the 18th police chief in
Editor's Note: The following letter was sent out by Police Chief Ramon Batista Friday evening. This letter has been published in its entirety. The Chief's formal
Santa Monica City Council unanimously approved significant parking rate increases that are projected to generate an additional $8.2 to $8.9 million annually, while striking a compromise to retain
As Republicans lambasted California lawmakers for rushing through their effort to gerrymander the state’s congressional map, Democrats are facing a quieter angst in their own party.
To counter what
The Santa Monica City Council has unanimously approved zoning amendments designed to promote economic recovery in the downtown area, while adding restrictions that will require hotels and motels to obtain
Calling a statewide special election sounds simple in theory. But executing one with fewer than 75 days notice? As one California county election official put it, that’s a “herculean”
Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath announced a $10 million commitment last week to help rebuild the Palisades-Malibu YMCA, which was destroyed in January wildfires.
The pledge, made during
Los Angeles County officials are warning of unprecedented budget cuts that could eliminate health benefits for more than 700,000 residents and force the closure of major county facilities as
The Santa Monica City Council unanimously approved the city's first comprehensive citywide equity plan last week, establishing a five-year roadmap to address racial disparities and historical harms while
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has approved a motion to launch the "Keep Your Coverage" campaign, aimed at helping residents maintain enrollment in Medicaid and the
The Santa Monica Fire Department gave awards and recognition at Tuesday’s city council meeting, presenting its highest honor for the first time in nearly five decades and recognizing three
