February 4, 2026
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Preferential Parking Enforcement to Resume in Santa Monica

Residents in need of permits can apply in person at the Parking Operations Office The city of Santa Monica will reinstate enforcement of its Preferential Parking program beginning Monday, Feb. 17, following a temporary suspension […]

(Photos) Kamala Harris Visits Destruction of Palisades Fire

Harris spoke with first responders, service providers, and evacuees about recovery efforts and resources Former Vice President Kamala Harris joined Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath to survey the damage caused by the Palisades […]

SaMoHi Science Teacher Arrested for Alleged Student Relationship

Ingo Gaida Faces Misdemeanor Charges After Investigation into Inappropriate Conduct A Santa Monica High School science teacher was arrested Wednesday, accused of engaging in an inappropriate relationship with a 16-year-old female student, according to police. […]

World-Renowned Trumpeter Plays on Ruins of Palisades Home

Lindemann, a professor at UCLA and a former lead trumpeter with the Canadian Brass, has performed in prestigious venues worldwide Standing atop the charred remains of his Palisades home, world-renowned trumpeter Jens Lindemann played a […]

Santa Monica Seeks Community Input for 2025-27 Budget

Residents Can Participate Through Survey and Public Meetings The city of Santa Monica is inviting public participation in shaping its Fiscal Year 2025-27 Operating Budget through community meetings and an online survey. The survey, available […]