Santa Monica Police Seek Public's Help Identifying Sexual Battery Suspect
Authorities release photos of individual wanted for questioning in recent incident.
Pavilions Motel Permanently Closed After Decades of Criminal Activity
JAKKS Pacific Partners with SEGA for Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Merchandise
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.
Sports
LA Marathon Ends in Dramatic Photo Finish
The 41st annual race saw the closest finish in event history.

Hundreds of Cyclists Take Over LA Marathon Route for Unofficial Ride
Annual pre-dawn event draws cycling enthusiasts to reclaim city streets before the big race.
Santa Monica Braces for Potential Olympic Cycling Route
Leaked course map suggests men's and women's road races could pass through the city en route to Hollywood finish line.
Lifestyle
New 24-Hour Pet Emergency Room Opens in South Bay
VEG ER for Pets celebrates grand opening in Torrance on March 4.

The Rise of the Neighborhood Bakery: A Sweet Spot in the Future of Food
Bakeries evolve into multi-faceted destinations with diverse menus and artisanal techniques
Kavahana Thrives as LA Loses Over 100 Restaurants
The Santa Monica kava nectar bar has become a community hub by prioritizing genuine connection and experience.
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.
Politics
Malibu Sues State, LA Over Palisades Fire for Millions
Coastal city alleges government failures led to devastating blaze that destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses.

LA Mayor Bass Under Fire for Ghana Trip During Deadly Blaze
Criticism mounts over Bass' absence during 2025 Palisades Fire that killed 12 and destroyed thousands of structures
Senator Allen Criticizes EPA Repeal of Endangerment Finding
"We Will all be Paying the Price", says California lawmaker