Breaking & Latest news in Santa Monica, California
Breaking & Latest news in Santa Monica, California
Film Review: The Devil Wears Prada 2
FILM REVIEWTHE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2Rated PG-13119 MinutesReleased May 1st In The Devil Wears Prada 2, director David Frankel and Screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna continue their story from the original movie released 20 years ago, […]
Nanny charged with felony child endangerment following Santa Monica Police investigation
Nanny faces prosecution after an infant in her care was hospitalized for suspected physical abuse. Prosecutors have filed a felony child endangerment charge against a Simi Valley woman following a Santa Monica Police Department investigation […]
SM.a.r.t Column: Get Into the Weeds With Us
Walk down Ocean Park Boulevard, and you can feel something coming. Development signs announce seven- and eight-story buildings that will tower over local shops and restaurants. Almost 1,000 mostly luxury units. Across Santa Monica, neighbors […]
Curious City 05/08/26: HUMANS NO LONGER WORTH A NICKEL
By CHARLES ANDREWS NOW, THAT’S JUST SILLY With all that’s going on in the world, you’re going to use this precious space to complain about… sports on TV? (Hang with me on this.) That was […]
Marelle Santa Monica hosts Cazcanes Tequila pairing dinner celebrating Jalisco culture
The four-course “An Evening in Jalisco” event features a $90 tasting menu paired with a progression of award-winning agave expressions this Thursday. Agave craftsmanship and regional Mexican cuisine will take center stage Thursday night at […]
Chef Sandra Cordero debuts Bar Xuntos: A new destination for Spanish natural wine and pintxos
The Santa Monica favorite evolves into a Barcelona-inspired bodega featuring a massive 200-bottle wine list, female-led vintners, and authentic Basque-style snacks. By Dolores Quintana Bar Xuntos — Vinos Naturales & Pintxos, is the newest phase […]
HomeState Partners with Atsuko Okatsuka on Menu Item Benefiting Immigrant Legal Aid Group
According to the company, $1 from each bowl sold will be donated to Immigrant Defenders Law Center, a nonprofit that provides legal representation to immigrants facing deportation proceedings. HomeState will introduce a limited-time menu collaboration […]
Venice Beach Rejects Proposed Task Force Aimed at Enforcing Outdoor Dining Rules
Proposal aimed at cracking down on Al Fresco violations fails at Venice Neighborhood Council amid resident-business tensions. By Zach Armstrong A proposed task force aimed at bolstering enforcement against businesses violating a COVID-19-era outdoor dining […]
Lowe Family YMCA to Host Mother’s Day Brunch
The Lowe Family YMCA will host a Mother’s Day brunch this weekend, inviting families to celebrate with food and community. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 9, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at […]
K-12 Students’ Artwork Honored with ‘Sustainable Santa Monica Student Poster Contest’
16 winners were selected across four grade categories, with entries emphasizing solutions such as zero-emission transit, biking, electric vehicles and clean energy. City officials and a local nonprofit have announced the winners of the 18th […]
“Venice Beach Takeover” Set for June, Featuring Skateboarding Legend Paul Rodriguez
The gathering will include demonstrations, community activities and open skating. Los Angeles officials and local partners will host a skateboarding event at Venice Beach later in June as part of an annual celebration of the […]
Noteworthy 5/6-13/26: INT’L JAZZ FEST IN SM
By CHARLES ANDREWS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED: TONIGHT! – VERDI “FALSTAFF,” L.A. OPERA – Drink it in, the incomparable Romantic Italian opera composer Giuseppe Verdi borrows a really good story from the British Bard. Expect comic mayhem, […]
