Breaking & Latest news in Santa Monica, California
Breaking & Latest news in Santa Monica, California
Bill Cosby’s civil trial over 1972 sexual battery allegations advances in Santa Monica
Woman alleges comedian drugged her after inviting her to a show. Prospective jurors returned to a Santa Monica courtroom Tuesday as attorneys continued selecting a panel for a civil trial accusing Bill Cosby of drugging […]
Santa Monica Police Increase Patrols Near Places of Worship Amid International War Conflicts
Department says no credible threats to city but is coordinating with federal, state partners. Santa Monica police said Feb. 28 they are conducting extra patrols near places of worship, cultural institutions and community gathering spots […]
Palisades Group Launches Storytelling Project for Families Who Lost Homes
Legacy Family Initiative aims to preserve multigenerational histories through oral accounts and a future library collection The Palisades Recovery Coalition is launching the Legacy Family Initiative, a storytelling and preservation project for multigenerational families who […]
Culver City Welcomes a New IKEA (Video)
IKEA is coming to Culver City.
30 Acres of Sand Dunes Planted in Santa Monica to Boost Natural Habitats, Buffer Sea Level Rise (Video)
The city and The Bay Foundation are planting native vegetation to fight sea-level rise, protect against erosion, and boost wildlife habitat, all while keeping the beach open for everyone.
Santa Monica Police launch March crackdown on distracted driving
Enforcement campaign will cite drivers violating California’s hands-free law. Throughout March, Santa Monica police will step up enforcement of California’s hands-free driving law, targeting motorists suspected of using handheld cell phones behind the wheel. The […]
Punk Pioneer Richard Hell to Read From Reissued Novel at Venice Literary Center
Author and musician will present from ‘Godlike’ at Beyond Baroque on March 19 Richard Hell, the influential punk rock musician and writer who helped shape the 1970s New York scene, will read from his reissued […]
LAPD arrests woman accused of filing multimillion-dollar fraudulent property liens
Detectives allege liens for millions of dollars were falsely recorded against properties in LA, Beverly Hills. Detectives with the Los Angeles Police Department’s Real Estate Fraud Unit arrested a 58-year-old Los Angeles woman Thursday in […]
Three-Story Santa Monica Complex on Sale for First Time in Over 40 Years
The property includes a mix of one- and two-bedroom units totaling 27 apartments. A 27-unit apartment building north of Wilshire Boulevard in Santa Monica has been listed for $10.995 million, according to brokerage marketing the […]
After 100+ Restaurant Closures in LA, Here’s What’s Still Bringing People Out
Last year, Los Angeles lost more than 100 restaurants, most of which were independent businesses that had been staples of the community for years. Between rising rents, labor costs, tariffs, and a strong shift in […]
Kanye West Accused of Ordering Removal of Toilets While Gutting Tadao Ando House in Malibu
Former project manager alleges rapper demanded removal of all plumbing fixtures as part of “off-the-grid” redesign. Court testimony in an ongoing lawsuit has revealed new allegations about rapper Kanye West’s renovation of his former Malibu […]
County Counsel Opens Probe Into DTLA Law Group Over Sexual Abuse Claims
Administrative subpoena issued as investigators examine potential false filings under childhood abuse law. Los Angeles County Counsel has launched a formal investigation into DTLA Law Group and others for possible fraud related to claims filed […]
