Breaking & Latest news in Santa Monica, California
Breaking & Latest news in Santa Monica, California
Developer Rick Caruso Decides Against Runs for California Governor or LA Mayor
Caruso, whose Pacific Palisades neighborhood was devastated by last year’s wildfires, said he would continue community work through his nonprofit Steadfast LA Billionaire developer Rick Caruso announced Thursday he will not seek California governor or […]
LAPD Seeks Hit-and-Run Driver Who Injured Woman in Food Truck Crash
A reward of up to $25,000 is offered for information leading to the driver’s identification Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a hit-and-run driver who crashed into a parked food truck in […]
Santa Monica restaurant Socalo to close after five years, citing years of mounting challenges
Chefs Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken announce final service set for Valentine’s Day Socalo, the beloved Santa Monica restaurant known for its modern take on regional Mexican cuisine, has announced it will close its […]
LA County, City Open Applications for Free Vending Carts Under $2.8M Program
Initial carts are available, with the full process potentially taking up to 12 weeks Applications opened Jan. 12 for a $2.8 million program offering more than 280 free, state health code-compliant food vending carts to […]
Film Review: Train Dreams
FILM REVIEWTRAIN DREAMSRated PG-13102 MinutesReleased in Theatres November 21st, Now Streaming on NetflixNominated for one Golden Globe, may be nominated for the Academy Awards Train Dreams is based on a novella by Denis Johnson, published […]
SM.a.r.t Column: Why Go Beyond?
One question echoed through City Hall’s chambers Tuesday night, asked almost four dozen different ways by four dozen different residents who stayed until nearly 1 AM: Why is this Council going beyond the already transformative […]
CuriousCity1/16/26: GET REAL ON TUES
By CHARLES ANDREWS A REVEALING, IMPORTANT COUNCIL MEETING LAST TUESDAY A City Council member, JESSE ZWICK, who took a six-figure salary position as an advocate for a housing developer, which he revealed last October just […]
Man Makes Anti-Semitic Remarks During Santa Monica City Council Meeting (Video)
The man, who spoke during public comment, press council members about illicit activity.
Mar Vista’s Beethoven Market Loses Liquor License Over Violations
The restaurant, which opened after Adler purchased the former grocery store, has faced ongoing complaints from neighbors about noise, parking and alcohol service The city has revoked the liquor license for Beethoven Market in Mar […]
Southern California pizzerias unite to serve hundreds of free pizzas for those in need
L.A. Pizza Alliance brings together 50 pizza makers to support those affected by the Palisades and Eaton fires and ICE raids. Pizza makers from across Southern California gathered Wednesday night to provide free meals and […]
Downtown LA Bar Launches Weekly Cocktail Classes
January topics include New York craft cocktails, tequila, bartenders’ choice and fire techniques The Association, a downtown Los Angeles cocktail bar, is hosting a series of weekly “Class by Association” cocktail education sessions on Fridays […]
Nearly 50 Santa Monica Restaurants Join Winter Dine LA 2026
Notable participants feature Fia Restaurant, BOA Steakhouse, Lunetta and The Lobster Nearly 50 Santa Monica restaurants are participating in the winter edition of Dine LA Restaurant Week, offering prix-fixe lunch and dinner menus from Jan. […]
