June 17, 2026
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Fire

Sand Fire Smoke:

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 […]

Spectacular Vernacular Tour

Spectacular Vernacular Tour Sunday, September 18 from 1 – 5 pm:

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.

Tipping

Legal View By Zachary Cantor Principal, Cantor Law:

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 Presents The 12th Annual PALpalooza

Pacific Park’s 12th Annual PALpalooza:

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.

Heal The Bay

Troubling Water Quality Report For L.A. River:

Heal the Bay study reveals high bacteria levels in popular recreational zones Popular recreation spots along the Los Angeles River suffer from very poor water quality, according to a technical report issued today by the […]