Waymo To Test Driverless Cars In Santa Monica: Report

The self-driving cars will soon ditch human safety drivers and begin tests in Santa Monica in the coming weeks.

Former Comedy Store Exec Details Firm's Alleged Grant App Missteps

A former executive of the famed Los Angeles comedy venue claimed the businesses' accounting firm made mistakes costing them $8.5 million.

Santa Monica-Based Activision to Pay $35M to Settle SEC Allegations

The SEC claimed Activision failed to implement controls to collect and review employee complaints about workplace misconduct.

Riot Games Hit By 'Social Engineering Attack'

Riot Games said it would not be able to release content temporarily as it corrects for a cyberattack.

Downtown Santa Monica To Welcome 14 New Business Developments

The projects include mixed-use developments across residential, retail, hospitality and fitness industries.

Snapchat Parent Company Closes 1 of 3 CA Offices: Report

The Santa Monica-based social media giant closed its 33,000 square foot office in downtown San Francisco.

Report: Elon Musk Plans To Cut 75% Of Twitter Workforce

San Francisco-based Twitter and a representative for Musk attorney Alex Spiro did not immediately respond to messages seeking comment.

Vegan KIND 'Better Than Ice Cream' Truck Come To Santa Monica

KIND's first nationwide tour invites Santa Monica visitors to try the company's award-winning, plant-based ice cream bars.

Santa Monica Starbucks To Close Amid Safety Concerns

Starbucks plans to permanently close 16 stores by the end of July, including six in the Los Angeles metro area, amid concerns over safety.

Santa Monica Starbucks Among 16 Closing In US Amid Safety Fears

Starbucks is closing 16 stores in the United States, including one in Santa Monica, amid concerns over safety.

California Ranks Among Most Expensive States To Renovate Your Home

California is among the most expensive places to renovate your home. Find out why.

McCall’s Meat & Fish Co. Offers Grilling Options For Memorial Day

McCall’s Meat & Fish Co. has plenty of options for your Memorial Day weekend grilling.

Winston Pies Opening Third Location In Santa Monica

Winston Pies will expand in Santa Monica with its third location.

Amazon, Kong Studios Opening Offices In Santa Monica

Two companies are bringing business opportunities to Santa Monica, city officials announced.

Bank Permanently Closes On Main Street In Santa Monica

A local bank is referring its clients to other locations after closing on Main Street in Santa Monica.

Brooklinen Opening 2 New California Stores

Brooklinen is opening its first stores in California this spring.

Brooklinen Expands In SoCal With New Santa Monica Store

Brooklinen is opening its Southern California location in Santa Monica this month.

Amazon To Add 2,500 Tech Jobs In Major SoCal Expansion

Amazon plans to hire thousands across the region for corporate and tech positions such as software development engineers and game designers.

Two Chairs Expands Therapy Practice With New Santa Monica Location

The new therapy location in Santa Monica offers in-person or virtual sessions.

Rite Aid Location Closing In Santa Monica

The store is scheduled to close Tuesday, according to Rite Aid staff.

Riot Games Sued Again For Gender Discrimination, Harassment

Another former employee is suing the company over gender discrimination, along with additional allegations.

Trader Joe's Coming Soon To Downtown Santa Monica

A new Trader Joe's location will open in downtown Santa Monica, according to the company.

Gelson’s To Host Hiring Event In Santa Monica

The upscale supermarket is looking to hire hundreds of people across the Southland.

Bird CEO Says High Gas Prices May Boost E-Scooter Riders: Report

Rising gas prices could potentially put e-scooters and e-bikes at an advantage to add more riders, Bird CEO Travis VanderZanden said.

Santa Monica Trader Joe’s Recalls Crunchy Salad

Stores across California are recalling a salad that the USDA said may have hard plastic in its dressing.

Pacific Park In Santa Monica Hiring More Than 200 Workers

One of Los Angeles' most iconic landmarks is hiring this spring.

Annual Black History Greens Festival Honors Black History In CA

Celebrate Black History Month at the annual Black History Greens Festival on Saturday at Virginia Avenue Park.

Nominate Your Most Loved Santa Monica Business

What's your favorite local business in Santa Monica? Here's how to nominate the best in town.

Prices Rising Again At Santa Monica Starbucks Locations

That latte is about to get a little more expensive due to inflation, increasing labor costs and supply chain issues.

Hawaiian-Born Holey Grail Donuts Plans To Open In Santa Monica

Holey Grail Donuts will open at the former Ben & Jerry's location.

CA Independent Eateries Say COVID Relief Needed To Avoid Closure

Independent restaurants in California call on Congress to replenish the Restaurant Revitalization Fund so they can keep their doors open.

Starbucks Drops Vaccine Mandate For Santa Monica Workers

Starbucks, including stores in Santa Monica suspended its vaccination policy to reflect a Supreme Court ruling blocking a federal mandate.

Microsoft To Acquire Santa Monica-Based Activision Blizzard In $68.7 Billion Deal

Activision Blizzard studios are behind several successful video game franchises including "Call of Duty" and "Candy Crush."

Arts & Letters Closing In Santa Monica

Arts & Letters opened in Santa Monica in 2003.

Jobs That Have A Good Outlook In 2022

These are some of the best industries to go into in 2022.

Tyra Banks Closes SMiZE Cream In Santa Monica

Television host, model and mogul Tyra Banks closed SMiZE Cream in Santa Monica.

As Omicron Cases Rise, Santa Monica Business Stays Outside

As the omicron variant spreads quickly across Los Angeles County, a Santa Monica business is continuing its business outside only.

Santa Monica Waives Fees For Outdoor Dining Program

The city of Santa Monica will continue its outdoor dining program and waives fees for local businesses.

Santa Monica Sushi Restaurant Closes

A popular Santa Monica sushi restaurant and sports bar has closed.

Small Brewery Sunday 2021: Grab A Pint In Santa Monica

Small Brewery Sunday is Nov. 28. Inside, outside or curbside, here’s how to support local breweries and taprooms in the Los Angeles area.