January 5, 2026
Breaking News, Latest News, and Videos

Bomb Scare Triggers Neighborhood Evacuation:

For an updated report of this story, click HERE.

Preliminary reports indicate that an explosive device was found early this morning at an area not far from downtown Santa Monica. A police Bomb Squad is currently on scene.

Originally it was reported that the epicenter of this evacuation was 16th Street and Broadway Street. Police have evacuated an area which spans from 15th Street to 18th Street on the west and east, and from Santa Monica Boulevard on the north and Colorado Avenue on the south.

Details to come as they unfold… check back with us at smmirror.com

Previous Article

City Discusses Pedestrian Safety for Seniors:

Next Article

Sound of an Explosion Triggers Evacuation in Santa Monica:

You might be interested in …

The Bungalow lounge at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel.

The Bungalow To Reopen Friday At The Fairmont Miramar Hotel:

The Bungalow will reopen its doors this Friday at the Fairmont Miramar Hotel following a short hiatus to amend the venue’s license with the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, according to the venue’s management. […]

Dr. Sonja Rosen is a board-certified geriatrician with the highly ranked UCLA Geriatrics Program

Ten Tips For A Healthier 2012:

By Sonja Rosen, M.D. Best wishes for a happy and healthy New Year! What better time than now to resolve to achieve better health? My resolutions are to 1) exercise every day with my family, […]