Weather
LA County Issues Rain Advisory for All Beaches Through Saturday Morning
Runoff from storm drains, creeks and rivers can carry bacteria, chemicals, debris, trash and other hazards into coastal waters.
Powerful Pacific Storms to Slam Southern California Next Week
Heavy rain, strong winds, and mountain snow forecast from Monday through Thursday
Hourly Weather Report for Sunset Park, Santa Monica
Latest forecast and conditions as of 11:43 PM UTC
Travel
Santa Monica Travel & Tourism Appoints New Leadership for 2026
ETC Hotels executive named Chairman as city prepares for major events
Historic Santa Monica Villa Reborn as Boutique Hotel Maison Twenty Seven
New intimate retreat blends French-Mediterranean elegance with soulful Southern California hospitality
Family Finds Fun, Food, and Connection in 48 Hours in Santa Monica
From the beach to the pier, this California coastal city delivers for all ages.
Politics
Senator Allen Criticizes EPA Repeal of Endangerment Finding
"We Will all be Paying the Price", says California lawmaker
Who is Stephen Miller, Donald Trump's powerful right hand and immigration policy architect
Stephen Miller, a former Trump advisor, has been a key architect of the former president's hardline immigration policies.
Protesters Gather at Santa Monica Business Center to Protest ICE
Demonstration held at Amazon's Santa Monica office in response to recent ICE actions
Crime
Parents Protest Snapchat Outside Headquarters Over Fentanyl-Related Deaths
Lawsuits and advocacy groups allege Snapchat features enable drug dealers to target young users.
L.A. County Struggles to Meet Juvenile Hall Depopulation Goal
Probation chief says Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall likely won't reach 175-youth target, as other facilities also face compliance issues.
Motorcycle Accident Claims Face Challenges in Santa Monica
Insurers' assumptions and lack of understanding about urban traffic conditions often undermine valid claims by injured riders
Automotive
Edmunds Announces Top Rated Vehicles for 2026
Edmunds' annual awards honor the best new cars, trucks, and SUVs on the market.
PCH Off-Ramp Closing for Santa Monica Pier Bridge Project
Moomat Ahiko Way off-ramp from PCH will close Feb 9-27 for Santa Monica Pier bridge construction.
Waymo Seeks $16B Funding at $110B Valuation
Alphabet's autonomous driving unit aims to raise significant capital to accelerate commercialization.
