Judge Kaye listens to criminal defendants' pleas for justice in his mental health court, balancing public safety with individual accountability.

Like never before in our lifetime. And yes, we can save our precious Santa Monica while saving our precious democracy. Not all the bad guys are in DC. Watch David Hogg. What he is doing is so ...

Several councilmembers suggested the zone could eventually expand beyond the Promenade to include parts of Santa Monica Boulevard between Second and Fourth Streets, where bars like Misfit and ...

Learn how the Editor of Young ideas, Devyn Hamilton, sheds light on the housing crisis in Santa Monica through the voices of SAMO students.

Accelerate rebuilding in Los Angeles County with self-certification for streamlined permitting and cost-effective solutions.

Uncover the debate over Trump's transportation policies and their influence on road diet implementation for increased safety.

California offers naloxone at a Steeply discounted price of $24 for a 2-pack nasal spray to combat opioid overdoses, accessible to all residents.

The number of rent-controlled units in Santa Monica saw a small increase in 2024, marking the fifth consecutive year of growth in the city's protected housing stock, according to an annual report ...

Older people like myself, who found a place to live in Santa Monica years ago and are housing secure, often have a hard time realizing the city isn't the economically diverse place it used to be.

Last year, Santa Monica College set out to fix that: It heralded the state’s first-ever community college program aimed at training the next generation of homeless service workers. But the ...

Discover how the Secondhand market benefits from Trump's trade war, driving shoppers to consignment boutiques and online resale sites.

Severe Labor shortage threatens to delay Pacific Palisades wildfire recovery efforts, hindering residents' return.

Ivan Angel Plancarte, 20, of San Gabriel was taken into custody Monday and charged with attempted murder in connection with the April 19 attack, according to a statement from the Santa Monica Police

Mayor Karen Bass highlights rapid progress in Palisades wildfire recovery, but underscores challenges still to be addressed.

Uncover the story of Two Hands, a homeless individual in Fresno, whose case highlights issues with prosecuting camping violations.

As California Democrats shift towards a more balanced approach to criminal justice, Republicans seize the opportunity to advance tough-on-crime legislation.

Santa Monica to Consider Entertainment Zone Pilot on Third Street Promenade The Santa Monica City Council will consider creating an entertainment zone on the Third Street Promenade at its April 22 ...

The Santa Monica Police Department said it will provide additional details on the attack as the investigation proceeds.

Transformative recovery efforts discussed at the 2025 Luskin Summit in response to Los Angeles County's devastating natural disaster.

Celebrate Earth Day on the ocean with lifeguards dedicated to preserving marine ecosystems and promoting environmental stewardship.