Hawke Media Named a 2026 Google Premier Partner, Recognized as a Top Google Ads Agency
Santa Monica-based marketing agency Hawke Media achieves prestigious Premier Partner status with Google.
San Francisco man charged for repeat Waymo vandalism
Tarantino Slams Arquette for Trashing 'Pulp Fiction' After 'Taking the Money'
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
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
The 20-unit budget motel in Santa Monica's Sunset Park neighborhood has been a notorious hub for drug sales, prostitution, and other issues.
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
Politics
Kai Trump's Erewhon Shopping Video Sparks Social Media Backlash
The president's granddaughter faces criticism for flaunting wealth amid rising costs and war.

White House Promotes Iran War With Action Movie, Sports, and Video Game Footage
Critics condemn the 'gamification' of deadly real-life conflict
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.