Demonstrating an outpouring of support from the Santa Monica community, individuals, businesses, and philanthropic organizations contributed over $1.1 million in 2020 through the City’s We Are Santa Monica Fund. These funds will assist residents facing […]
Like all local hotels, COVID-19 heavily impacted Shore Hotel in 2020. Beginning in March, Shore Hotel saw its occupancy rates drop to single digits in a matter of days and, by April, was one of […]
Simple yet flavorful soup dumplings from Dan Modern Chinese’s newest location By Kerry Slater A dumpling restaurant recently opened in downtown Santa Monica–its third Westside location–bringing simple yet flavorful Chinese food to the table. This […]
Main Street restaurant giving back while keeping staff working By Toi Creel While all too many restaurants have been forced to close amid a ban on outdoor dining, one Santa Monica eatery is working overtime […]
Pico Boulevard Big Tomy’s reopens after 2018 fire By Kerry Slater A longtime Westside chili cheeseburger institution reopened recently after a 2018 fire, and despite better options in the area, this holdover from a previous […]
While many businesses have closed due to pressures from the COVID-19 pandemic, The Londoner by Anthony Morrison, South Bay’s only LGBTQ owned premier open-[h]air salon in Hermosa Beach has gone from surviving to thriving. Owner […]
At its meeting this week, the Santa Monica City Council unanimously voted to immediately contribute $10,000 in discretionary funding, and to commit up to another $10,000 in discretionary funding to match contributions made by others through December 31, 2020, to support the Virginia […]
To support Santa Monica’s local businesses while providing a safe and shopping experience for the holiday season, the City of Santa Monica has temporarily waive parking fees in downtown Santa Monica public parking structures 1 […]
Westside Food Scene December 10-17, 2020 By Kerry Slater Michelin-Starred Sushi Restaurant Relocating to Santa Monica Michelin-Starred sushi restaurant Shunji is reportedly relocating to Santa Monica. As reported by Eater LA, chef-owner Shunji Nakao seems to be planning to […]
Over a dozen parks to reopen Friday By Sam Catanzaro Under updated Los Angeles County Department of Public Health directives that align with the State of California’s recent reversal on playground closures, the City of […]
The decision follows weeks of criticism from residents and city leaders, including Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete, who voiced concerns...
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Detectives are continuing to search for two remaining suspects with additional arrests expected Two men were arrested and $50,000 worth...
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