A video of White House deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller praising torture in 2003 is resurfacing once again amid public backlash over President Donald Trump’s aggressive immigration policies. The video,

California officials are projecting an $18 billion economic impact from the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics in Los Angeles, with organizers describing the unprecedented scale as equivalent to "seven Super Bowls a day simultaneously for 30 days.

A new boutique on Montana Avenue is aiming to redefine what it means to shop for olive oil. O&V California, which quietly opened its doors this summer offers a tightly curated selection of globally sourced extra virgin olive oils,

The first time I ever went to Chez Jay, the iconic nautically themed bar and restaurant located at the end of Route 66 just steps away from the Santa Monica Pier, actor Michael Imperioli was sipping a cocktail at the bar. For someone relatively new to Los Angeles, seeing the “Sopranos” and “White Lotus” star felt like a pretty huge sighting.

The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District could lose between $2 million and $3 million in federal funding if families don't complete free and reduced-price lunch applications by October 2, despite the district's universal meal program that provides free breakfast and lunch to all students.

Santa Monica State Beach ranks as the second-most dangerous beach in America for theft-related crimes, according to a new study that analyzed crime statistics at more than 500 U.S. coastal locations.

Explore the changes in temporary event permits in Malibu, including restrictions on private gatherings and signage provisions.

As Santa Monica seeks affordable housing construction, the city is offering three parcels for development to developers willing to build on them.

A clash between federal immigration policy and California's push for housing reform could jeopardize efforts to address the state's persistent housing crisis.

A Santa Monica business owner launched a grassroots program to address California's homelessness crisis in Los Angeles County, calling on city leaders to take action.

Join us for Santa Monica's State of the City celebration at Reed Park - a vibrant community event full of live performances and interactive experiences.

The subject line for an early version of today’s newsletter was incorrect. The City of Santa Monica does not conduct its own homeless count and is not responsible for releasing the information. LAHSA,

Federal judge grants restraining order against aggressive immigration sweep in Southern California, citing violations of constitutional rights.

Set against the beautiful backdrop of the Ocean Front Walk, the event attracted media, beauty enthusiasts, and curious visitors in large crowds eager to learn about Ulike's latest innovations.

The Santa Monica City Council adopted an emergency ordinance Tuesday expanding the list of items prohibited at public assemblies and community events, adding leaf blowers, traffic cones, hammers and frozen water bottles to enhance public safety.

BroadStage has announced its 2025/26 Season featuring unparalleled performances of opera, classical music, contemporary music, jazz, theater, dance, comedy and much more.

Learn how KOOK is creating eco-friendly beauty products free from harmful ingredients to protect marine life and coral reefs.

The subject line for an early version of today’s newsletter was incorrect. SMDP staff accidentally selected the erroneous entry from a dropdown list of suggested subject lines. The City of Santa ...

Homelessness in Los Angeles County has declined for the second consecutive year, according to preliminary estimates from the 2025 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count. But while officials on Monday ...

Santa Monica, California, had 774 people experiencing homelessness in 2024, many of whom live unsheltered, with at least 62% sleeping outdoors.