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Santa Monica Council Candidate Spotlight: Doug Trussler
Part 7 of 12: Patch speaks with Caroline Torosis as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.
Santa Monica Library facing deep-cleaning demands after alleged discovery of E. coli, fecal matter
Calls are growing for a deep cleaning of Santa Monica’s main library after an outside organization allegedly found fecal matter and E. coli on tables, computer keyboards and other surfaces.
Who’s donating to the billionaire-backed group that has raised almost $300 million to fight the wealth tax?
A billionaire-backed political action committee has raised more than a quarter-of-a-billion dollars and has spent almost as much in the run-up to the November election.
Santa Monica man who was charged with kidnapping UCLA student, raping another woman is found dead
Alexander Schecter, 26, who was charged in the rape of one woman and the kidnapping of another, died by suicide, authorities said.
Santa Monica City Council Candidate Spotlight: Phil Brock
Part 1 of 12: Patch speaks with Phil Brock as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.
Santa Monica Settlements Extend Affordable Housing Protections On 5 Apartments
Settlements involving two apartment buildings extend affordability requirements and rent limits on five units for a combined six years.
Santa Monica Sales Tax Rises To 11.25 Percent: What To Know
A new countywide half-cent tax took effect Thursday, but revenue collected under Measure ER cannot be spent while a lawsuit proceeds.
Santa Monica Pier sign temporarily to be taken down for refurbishment The city of Santa Monica is planning...
The city of Santa Monica is planning construction on the Pier Bridge, and promises to return the sign, refurbished with its historic character intact, when construction is complete, in late 2027.
Ke Huy Quan Says His $100,000 ‘Indiana Jones’ Residual Check Was ‘Life-Changing’ As a Child Actor:...
Ke Huy Quan shared in his new memoir "Never Say Die," which came out on Tuesday, the feeling of receiving his first residual check of $100,000
Santa Monica PD releases bodycam video of fatal police shooting at Palisades Park
The Santa Monica Police Department Saturday released body-worn-camera footage in connection with a fatal police shooting at Palisades Park.
Santa Monica's Ocean Way Festival canceled due to beach erosion The city said the swells from Hurricane Mar...
The city said the swells from Hurricane Marie stripped away too much sand to safely hold the beach festival.
Ocean Way Festival Canceled Over Impact From Hurricane Marie
Santa Monica's upcoming Ocean Way festival has been canceled, show organizers confirmed, citing the impact of Hurricane Marie.
Santa Monica College faces scrutiny after years of financial struggle. What it means for students
The college says it has taken measures to address the budget shortfalls through layoffs, salary freezes, and contract non-renewals.
Gal Gadot Defends Starring in Movie With AI Sets and Lighting Because ‘You’re Going to Work With It or...
Gal Gadot says her lawyers spent six months on her 'Bitcoin' movie contract to ensure AI would not be used on her acting.
Santa Monica police fatally shoot knife-wielding suspect in Palisades Park
Santa Monica police are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting in Palisades Park after a knife-wielding individual charged at officers on Ocean Avenue.
Santa Monica police officer shoots, kills suspect in Palisades Park A Santa Monica police officer shoots su...
A Santa Monica police officer shoots suspect who allegedly charged officers with a knife in popular Ocean Avenue park.
Santa Monica pop-up estate sale raises funds for the animals with Lange Foundation Gillian Lange started re...
Gillian Lange started rescuing animals from area shelters 50 years ago. Then she started her own and founded the Lange Foundation, which has been around for decades.
Dan Aykroyd details 'medieval times' reality of California while praising life in Canada
Dan Aykroyd boasted about Canada on a resurfaced podcast, contrasting its peace with California's homeless encampments in Santa Monica and Malibu.
'Environmental Extremism' Fight Erupts Over California Coast
State leaders and residents rallied in Santa Monica as NOAA reviews California's coastal management program.
Santa Monica Block Fest brings much-needed boost to downtown businesses
The block fests happen every second Saturday of the month from 5 p.m. to midnight and are free to the public.
Santa Monica Sen. Ben Allen Picks Up Major Endorsement In Insurance Race
The San Francisco Chronicle editorial board has backed Allen in California's insurance commissioner race.
Santa Monica rolls out program using AI-powered cameras to catch bike lane violators After months of testin...
After months of testing a new program aimed at catching bike lane violators, the city of Santa Monica is now issuing tickets with the help of an artificial intelligence-powered camera system.