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.
Weather
Owners of alleged drug-den motel agree to sweeping restrictions
Santa Monica City Council approved a settlement with the owners of the Pavilions Motel on Feb. 24, ending years of litigation.
Chunks of Concrete Fall Off Santa Monica Channel During Storm
Debris won't be moved until the storm ends, county workers say
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.
Crime
Mother Charged with Killing 15-Month-Old Daughter with Frying Pan
Carmen Anita Degregg pleads not guilty to murder and felony assault charges in Los Angeles court
Santa Monica Mom Charged with Murder in Toddler's Death
24-year-old pleads not guilty after allegedly leaving injured child alone in apartment
Singer Investigated in Dismemberment Murder Case
New details emerge about the investigation into 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez's death.
Lifestyle
Popular Marina Del Rey Ruth's Chris Steakhouse Shut Down Over Vermin Infestation
Upscale steakhouse forced to close due to major health code violations, including evidence of pests and unsanitary food prep surfaces.
Retired Santa Monica Man Regrets Prioritizing Work Over Family Time
Farley Ledgerwood's story highlights the trade-offs between material success and emotional connection.
SMC Emeritus Gallery to Host 2026 Annual Student Photography Exhibition
The free exhibition opens on March 5 and runs through April 24 in the Emeritus Art Gallery.
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
