The city of Santa Monica and The Bay Foundation launched an expansion of the Santa Monica Beach Dunes project Wednesday, adding nearly 30 acres of restored natural habitat along local
The Japanese arcade pop-up store Gacha & Catch will reopen March 14 at 1451 Third Street Promenade with new merchandise, including an exclusive Sonic & Friends collection.
The store, a
Clean Power Alliance (CPA), the nation's number one green power provider and California's largest community choice energy aggregator, has released its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting a
A jury panel has selected Los Angeles-based artist Erica Mahinay's painting "Unfetter (Blue Gaze)" for the Santa Monica municipal Art Bank collection through a partnership between
The National Park Service is conducting a congressionally mandated study on designating coastal areas from Will Rogers State Beach to Torrance Beach as part of the national park system. The study examines if the area meets criteria for national significance, suitability, and feasibility.
Federal immigration enforcement actions caused millions in business losses across Los Angeles County, with 82% of surveyed businesses reporting negative impacts and $3.7 million in losses over just three months, according to a new county report.
The Santa Monica Pier has launched its annual Month of Love campaign, inviting visitors to share memories made along the historic landmark. Stories of all types of love and connection will be featured throughout February on the pier's website and social channels.
Rize Credit Union has partnered with the YMCA of Metropolitan Los Angeles to provide $1,000 in direct financial relief to approximately 450 Southern California families impacted by recent wildfires, totaling over $500,000 in community assistance.
Bank of America has granted $1 million to rebuild the Lowe Family YMCA serving Pacific Palisades-Malibu, which was destroyed in LA wildfires a year ago. The donation is the first and largest corporate contribution to the YMCA's $25 million capital campaign.
The Santa Monica Daily Press's podcast 'A Developing Story' has topped national charts, ranking #1 for Local News on Goodpods and in the top 5% of podcasts worldwide. The six-episode series on Santa Monica's housing development has resonated far beyond city limits.
Bank of America has committed $10 million in zero-interest loans to Community Development Financial Institutions supporting housing, nonprofit facilities and small business recovery from the Eaton and Palisades fires across Los Angeles.
Santa Monica's December 2025 featured significant developments including controversial City Council decisions, the start of Pier Bridge construction, approval of Olympic beach events, and shifting positions on housing development and abuse litigation.
