Actor Joe Santos, who appeared on the 1970s TV show "The Rockford Files" with James Garner, died yesterday in a Santa Monica hospital, it was reported. He was 84.

After sitting through some unsatisfying evenings of theatre, every once in a while I see a production that leaves me emotionally moved, reminding me of why I love the potential magic of theatre. Right up there is the brilliant production of the world premiere of “Blood,” produced by the newly formed company, The Garage, and currently on stage at The Complex.

Santa Monica High School’s Awesome Electric Car.

In celebration of Women’s History month, the Museum of Flying will be presenting a one woman performance of “Amelia Earhart – In Her Own Words” written and to be performed by acclaimed actress, Roberta Bassin.

The latest from the Santa Monica Police Department.

When a bedridden patient needs to be lifted or turned, or an unruly visitor needs to be escorted off the premises, the best man for the job at UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica might actually be a woman.

The truth is that we’re not that kind to our rock gods in their later years. True, many boomer generation rock heroes have proven to be reliable revenue producers and touring acts long into their 60’s and 70’s. But there’s something about how they go on and on that always seems to bump us.

Santa Monica police are appealing for information on a bicyclist hit and run Wednesday afternoon.

Santa Monica Airport opened the doors of its many artist studios and creative spaces to the public on Saturday March 12th for its 10th annual Art Walk, co-organized by the airport and the Santa Monica Cultural Affairs Division.