One thing about trends is that evidence that they might be bad for us is too often late in arriving. Take those exploding hover-boards for example. You had to actually shell-out $300 and ride one […]

By Sam Skopp Camera Obscura Art Lab Saturday began showcasing the watercolor paintings of local sculptor and painter Frank Valdez. This is the culmination of Valdez’s residency at the Art Lab, which included teaching a […]

On Saturday morning, Santa Monica residents exited their homes and were shocked to discover ash raining from the sky, and a large black cloud blocking most of the sky, darkening the landscape and turning the […]

Santa Monica City Council unanimously approved Tuesday a motion to consider a resolution indicating its intent to close the Santa Monica Airport (SMO) by June 30, 2018 or as soon as legally permitted. Council directed staff to […]

In celebration of Santa Monica’s 141st birthday, Phil finds a wealth of hometown history in the first segment of a 2-part episode at the Santa Monica History Museum, with Museum Manager Kathryn Evans.

Chasing Pokemon? Check out Atlas’ tips to not kill yourself while doing so.

Don’t tear it down! is the theme of our annual house tour, spotlighting the architectural qualities and charm of five vintage homes throughout Santa Monica. Three architectural styles will be featured— Victorian, Craftsman and Spanish Colonial Revival— with each home demonstrating different approaches to renovation and expansion. These homeowners chose to retain their historic homes and modify them for contemporary living rather than demolish and start anew.

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) will close all lanes of the SR-1/I-10 Interchange at the McClure Tunnel for tunnel washing, crack sealing, brush removal, tree trimming, sweeping, delineator replacement, and graffiti removal on the following nights:

The next time you go out to eat, the most complicated part of your meal may be how to figure out the tip.

For the past several years restaurant owners and employees have tangled over low wages, medical coverage and whether to divvy up tips. To diners, that’s left a confusing puzzle of arithmetic at the bottom of the bill, which can include a 3 percent medical insurance surcharge, a tacked-on 20 percent service charge – and sometimes even a line after that seeking a tip.

Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier hosted the 12th Annual PALpalooza on Tuesday, July 26 from 5-9 p.m. The Santa Monica Police Activities League (PAL) and more than 18 California Police Activities League (CAL-PAL) chapters received a free, fun-filled back-to-school treat.