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News July 29, 2026

Appian Way Reopens to Traffic, Restoring Main Route to Pier

by Carlos Reyes

Hydraulic breakers finish work in one day instead of the planned eight, restoring main access to Santa Monica Pier parking. By Carlos Reyes Appian Way reopened to vehicle traffic Tuesday, days ahead of schedule, restoring […]

Local News July 25, 2026

California Awards $109M for Veteran Housing

by Zach Armstrong

The money comes from Proposition 1 through the Homekey+ program, which finances permanent supportive housing linked to behavioral health services. Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday that California is awarding $109.6 million to create 278 units […]

News July 29, 2026

Dangerous heat wave and high surf to grip Los Angeles area through the weekend

by Dolores Quintana

Sweltering temperatures return Thursday as offshore hurricane swells bring 8-foot waves and heavy rip currents to local beaches. The National Weather Service of Los Angeles has announced that the Los Angeles heat wave will continue […]

News July 27, 2026

Santa Monica police arrest suspect following fatal Pico Boulevard apartment beating

by Dolores Quintana

Police detained an individual after finding a woman fatally injured. By Dolores Quintana Santa Monica Police Department officers were called to the 1900 block of Pico Boulevard on Saturday, July 25, at 5:21 p.m, after a […]

News July 27, 2026

Homelessness Reportedly Falls in LA’s Westside as Regional Count Shows Little Change

by Zach Armstrong

LAHSA said fewer subsidies created a bottleneck in the rehousing system, reducing the number of people moving from interim housing into permanent homes and limiting available shelter beds. Homelessness declined in Los Angeles’s Westside (City […]

News July 27, 2026

California Launches Wildfire Prevention Campaign as Fire Danger Rises

by Zach Armstrong

The “One Less Spark” campaign encourages Californians to reduce common ignition sources as elevated temperatures and dry conditions increase wildfire risk. California officials have launched a statewide public awareness campaign urging residents to take steps […]

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