Breaking & Latest news in Santa Monica, California
Breaking & Latest news in Santa Monica, California
Venice Arts to Host Community Day and Student Exhibit on May 9
Attendees can view student-created works, enjoy live music, food and games while celebrating media arts. Venice Arts will hold its annual Community Day and student exhibit on Saturday, May 9, featuring youth artwork in film, […]
Los Angeles Jazz Festival to Unveil Lineup at Press Event in Santa Monica
The festival aims to celebrate jazz as America’s classical music while highlighting African, African American and Caribbean cultural influences. The inaugural Los Angeles Jazz Festival will reveal its performer lineup and programming details during a […]
California Utility Customers to Receive $520M in Natural Gas Bill Credits this Month
A pending decision by the California Public Utilities Commission, expected to be voted on April 30, would shift the timing of future electric credits to August and September — months when summer heat typically drives […]
Santa Monica College Emeritus Concert Band to Present Free ‘Spring Celebration’ Concert
The program includes “Hollingsworth Celebration” by Robert Sheldon, “Joy Revisited” by Frank Ticheli, “Beatles: Love” arranged by Jay Bocook and more. The Santa Monica College Emeritus Concert Band will present a free concert titled “Spring […]
Santa Monica Salvation Army captain arrested on child pornography charges
A pastor, was placed on leave after his arrest for felony possession of obscene material involving minors. Ty Michael Baze, a 54-year-old captain and pastor for the Santa Monica Salvation Army, was taken into custody […]
Lane Closures and Parking Restrictions Planned Along State Route 2 in West LA Through April 24
A separate closure is planned for the weekend of May 2–3, when eastbound and westbound Santa Monica Boulevard near Wellesley Avenue will be reduced to one lane. Caltrans has announced overnight lane closures and parking […]
Sunshine Beach Volleyball Camps Open for Summer Registration
Summer is coming. For young athletes serious about improving their volleyball IQ, work ethic, and competitive edge, that means one thing: Sunshine Beach Volleyball Camps are back on the sand. Registration is now open for […]
Film Review: You, Me & Tuscany
FILM REVIEWYOU, ME & TUSCANYRatedPG-13104 MinutesReleased April 10th The “Little Mermaid” meets “Simon, Duke of Hastings from Bridgerton,” and they get hosed down in an Italian vineyard! It could have been as hard to believe […]
Curious City 4/17/26: WHO WILL SAVE U.S., AND SM? – US!
By CHARLES ANDREWS ANGER, OR FORGIVENESS? How about both. But there must be accountability – no justice, no peace – before we can stop the bleeding and proceed towards a future that works for everyone. […]
Santa Monica Advances Plans for World Cup Activations, Major Events Through 2028
World Cup activations include “Golden Hour” events on the Third Street Promenade, a ticketed “World Play Zone” family area near the Metro station, wellness and craft sessions in Tongva Park, and the “COAST” open-streets festival […]
SM.a.r.t Column: Drinking Water in Santa Monica: A City Fighting for Every Drop
Santa Monica is rushing its long-term water plan to state regulators — and giving residents just one week to weigh in. The city is required by California law to hold a public hearing before filing […]
Exclusive Interview: Chef Brian Bornemann on Crudo e Nudo’s 5th Anniversary and the Magic of Sustainable Dining
Inside the 100-Square-Foot Kitchen Where the Menu Changes with the Morning Tide. By Dolores Quintana Crudo e Nudo, the sustainable Santa Monica restaurant that serves local fish and seafood and natural wines, is there for […]
