Film Review: Michael
FILM REVIEWMICHAELRated PG-13127 MinutesReleased April 24th To everyone who complains that this movie represents Michael Jackson’s life only until 1988 and does not go into his dark later years, I say, “Stop trying to pick […]
Legendary Rock Drummer Stewart Copeland to Perform at Inaugural Santa Monica Jazz Festival
Copeland, best known as the drummer for The Police, will perform on May 9 during the festival’s main ticketed event at Tongva Park. Stewart Copeland is set to be featured in the inaugural Santa Monica […]
Prominent Volunteer in Palisades’ Wildfire Rebuild Commits Suicide at 60
In a public statement, Traci Park said Vein “brought people together, lifted others up, and helped guide the Palisades through its hardest days,” Community members and local officials are mourning the death of Larry Vein, […]
A Perfect Mother’s Day on the Westside: Ideas to Celebrate and Impress (Video)
Mother’s Day ideas on the Westside.
Interview: Chef Raphael Lunetta Marks Ten Years of His Namesake Santa Monica Restaurant
On his 59th birthday, the local icon discusses the purpose behind his career and the reality of running a small business today. By Dolores Quintana We interviewed Chef Raphael Lunetta for the tenth anniversary of […]
The Mother’s Day dining guide: 12 unforgettable ways to celebrate mom in Los Angeles
From unhurried Italian “long tables” and upscale “Bloom Bar” brunches to decadent Spanish feasts and whimsical afternoon teas, find the perfect destination to honor Mom this year. Mother’s Day is on the way and we […]
Circle Bar to Reopen on Main Street After Nearly Two-Year Closure
Originally established in 1949, the bar attracted a wide-ranging clientele that included figures such as Jim Morrison and Truman Capote A long-shuttered nightlife venue on Main Street is set to reopen next month, marking the […]
Chamberlain Coffee Pays Homage to Italy with New Venice Beach Cafe
Social media entrepreneur Emma Chamberlain expands her brand with a larger Abbot Kinney location featuring tiramisu lattes, olive oil coffee and design inspired by her home By Zach Armstrong Chamberlain Coffee, the popular coffee brand […]
Santa Monica Parents Demand Transparency in SMMUSD Music Program Changes
Parents argue a new district plan will strip fourth graders of instrumental opportunities and create “significant inequities.” A growing coalition of parents within the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) is calling for a halt […]
Major Retailer to Leave Third Street Promenade for Marina del Rey
There will be no clearance sales or special discounts leading up to the closure because inventory will be at the new store. The Anthropologie store on the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica is set […]
The first protest at René Redzepi’s Noma pop-up at the Paramour Estate (Video)
The protest was organized by Jason Ignacio White and One Fair Wage after the owner and chef of Noma, René...
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Film Review: Oscars Landscape 2026
My Oscar choices and predictions. The 98th Academy Awards, Sunday, March 15th at 4:00 PM, on ABC, and streaming on...
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