Prop-Plane Traffic, Complaints Surge At Santa Monica Airport

April propeller traffic rose 40 percent year over year as nearby residents push for relief from flight-school noise.

Santa Monica Coastal Carveout Is Dead, Zbur Says Developer 'Blindsided' Him: Report

The lawmaker told Patch the developer would be “crazy” to try reviving the Gehry-linked proposal after its defeat.

Santa Monica Airport Park Plans Draw Support, But Traffic And Parking Concerns Loom

More than 4,200 people participated in the city's latest survey as plans for the airport's future take shape.

Santa Monica Dems Back Goldsmith After Fiery State Senate Debate

Brian Goldsmith won the club's SD24 endorsement as members also backed four of five Santa Monica ballot measures.

SB 79 Explained: Why Santa Monica May Upzone 89 Homes To Delay Housing Law

A proposal affecting 89 single-family properties is part of Santa Monica's effort to retain control over where new housing density goes.

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 Returns To Rose Parade With Float That Residents Can Help Build

Mayor Caroline Torosis unveiled the design Thursday and invited residents to help decorate it before the parade.

Santa Monica To Remove Aging Coral Trees Along San Vicente Boulevard: Reports

An independent assessment found most of the trees are in poor health and pose a high risk of failure.

$6M Rent Aid Program Approved For Santa Monica Residents

The City Council on Tuesday approved funding for the new Santa Monica Renter Aid program.

Santa Monica Election Guide: What’s On The June 2 Ballot

As the 2026 election nears, here's what you need to know about what's on the ballot in Santa Monica.

Major Sports, Music Festivals Are Coming To Santa Monica

The Santa Monica City Council has paved the way for some major music and sporting events to be held in town over the next couple of years.

Santa Monica Economic Revitalization Strategy Launched

Santa Monica's City Council has approved an economic development package to attract private reinvestment and revitalize the local economy.

Groundbreaking Held For $56M Santa Monica Transportation Infrastructure Project

The Santa Monica Department of Transportation held a ceremonial groundbreaking event Thursday for a $56 million zero‑emission fleet project.

Santa Monica Expanding Maintenance And Cleaning Services Across The City

Residents and businesses in Santa Monica will see expanded maintenance and cleaning services as the city reorganizes its public works dept.

Santa Monica Wins Lawsuits Against Landlords In Tenant Relocation Cases

Judgments were won by Santa Monica in two cases against landlords who failed to pay their tenants' mandatory temporary relocation benefits.

Santa Monica Names New City Attorney

Following a nationwide recruitment for the role, the City of Santa Monica is hiring Heidi von Tongeln as its new city attorney.

Trump's Granddaughter's Southland Erewhon Shopping Video Sparks Backlash

Kai Trump recently posted a video titled "I Brought My Secret Service to Erewhon."

CA's Nov. 4 Election: What's On The Ballot, How To Cast Your Vote In Santa Monica

Here's everything you need to know about the Nov. 4 Statewide Special Election in Los Angeles County.

Supportive Housing Projects Planned For Santa Monica Canceled Following Controversy

"The lack of transparency and coordination in this process is unacceptable," Supervisor Lindsey Horvath said.

‘No Kings’ Protest Planned This Weekend In Santa Monica

Some 40 rallies are planned across Los Angeles County this weekend, including in Santa Monica.

She's Dead To The Feds — But This 86-Year-Old Santa Monica Woman Is Very Much Alive

The mixup has been an enormous challenge for the stroke survivor, according to a report.

Santa Monica Council Declares City Under Fiscal Distress

The Santa Monica City Council Tuesday approved a resolution declaring fiscal distress.

Santa Monica City Leaders Approve Declaration Of Fiscal Distress

Late last week, a staff report showed that Santa Monica paid over $229 million in settlements in sexual abuse cases.

Sex Abuse Claims, Pandemic-Era Shortfalls Lead To 'Fiscal Emergency' In Santa Monica: City Staff

Santa Monica is facing extreme financial pressures, city staff say.

4 Things To Know About Santa Monica's Loosened Public Drinking Rules

It will soon be legal to drink alcohol outside in certain parts of Santa Monica. What to know about SoCal's first Entertainment Zone.

The World's Happiest Cities...and SM!

The yearly lists of the World's Happiest Cities has been released. Where's SM?

Missing Malibu

A Look Back at an Iconic Beach

Santa Monica Seeks Volunteers For 2025 LA County Homeless Count

Locals can sign up online for 3-4 hour shifts in the annual Los Angeles County Homeless Count in February.

Real-Time Election Results 2024: Santa Monica City Council

Here are the latest results for the Santa Monica City Council election, updated as officials release ballot tallies.

Santa Monica Voter Guide: What To Know On Election Day 2024

Here's all you need to know about what's on your ballot in Santa Monica.

Santa Monica City Council Election 2024: 10 Candidates Run For 4 Seats

Voters in the Nov. 5 election will decide which of the 10 candidates running will be elected to four City Council seats.

Santa Monica Election Guide: What's On The Ballot, What To Know

As the 2024 election nears, here's all you need to know about what's on your ballot in Santa Monica.

Harassment Of Cyclists, Pedestrians Targeted By Santa Monica Council

"This is not a hypothetical or fictive problem. It's a real one I hear about regularly from cyclists," Councilmember Jesse Zwick said.

Utility Rebates Headed To Southern Californians

Gas and electric bills are set to drop — in some cases, dramatically — thanks to a state program.

Real-Time Results: Santa Monica, LA County Primary Election 2024

Los Angeles County election results continue to roll in.

Santa Monica Election Day 2024: What You Need To Know

California 2024 primary election for scores of local, state and national races takes place March 5. Here's what to know.

Santa Monica Voter Guide: What's On The March 2024 Ballot

California 2024 primary election for scores of local, state and national races takes place March 5. Here's what to know.

Storm Damage Relief Offered For Santa Monica Property Owners

Homeowners in Santa Monica could be eligible for a tax break if they experienced flooding, mudslides or other storm damage.

Santa Monica Seeks Volunteers For 2024 LA County Homeless Count

Locals can sign up online for 3-4 hour shifts in the annual Los Angeles County Homeless Count, which will run from Jan. 23 to Jan. 25.

Santa Monica Council Votes To Expand Adult-Use Cannabis Retail Sales

The Santa Monica City Council unanimously approved changes to zoning codes to expand retail sales of adult-use cannabis within the city.