November 11, 2025
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Downtown Santa Monica CEO Andrew Thomas to Step Down

Thomas, who rejoined DTSM, Inc. in 2022, oversaw the introduction of a private security program, expanded homeless outreach, and boosted cleaning Andrew Thomas, the chief executive of Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. (DTSM, Inc.), will leave […]

L.A. Louver Marks David Hockney’s 88th with Exhibit

Hockney, a British artist born in 1937, gained fame with the British Pop Art movement and later became known for his vibrant depictions of Southern California L.A. Louver gallery celebrated artist David Hockney’s 88th birthday […]

Suspect Arrested in Shoe Retail Theft Spree Across LA County

During the search, police recovered two firearms and a significant quantity of merchandise The Los Angeles Police Department’s Organized Retail Crimes Task Force arrested 23-year-old Henry Rivera of Compton on July 2 in connection with […]

Suspect Arrested in Santa Monica Pier Arson Incidents

The suspect, matching video footage from an arcade, was taken into custody Santa Monica Police Department officers arrested a suspect Thursday following two arson incidents at the Santa Monica Pier, authorities said. The arrests occurred […]

SMPD Launch New Recruitment Website Amid High Vacancy Rates

The site features multimedia content, including day-in-the-life videos and officer profiles, highlighting the impact of serving the community The Santa Monica Police Department unveiled a new recruitment website, www.JoinSMPD.com, in June aiming to attract a […]

How California Treats Girls in Custody Says Everything

What does juvenile detention look like to you? You’re probably picturing boys fighting, vandalizing, maybe being locked up for something serious. But it’s always boys that people see, isn’t it? Hardly anyone pictures a 15-year-old […]