CA Appellate Court Finds No Discrimination In SM Election System

A state appellate court overturned a trial court ruling and found the city of Santa Monica's at-large election system was constitutional.

Santa Monica, Nearby Cities Crack Down On Face Masks

Santa Monica announced a new city order to emphasize just how important face coverings are. Other cities are stepping up.

Completed Project for Groundwater Recharge Captures Stormwater

Ventura County Public Works Agency’s Watershed Protection and United Water Conservation District have reported 17.6 AFY of stormwater runoff

Santa Monica Passes New Budget

Santa Monica City Council has approved a $613.6 million fiscal year 2020-2021 budget.

Employees recognized at VCPWA for outstanding job performance

On May 19th three County staff members were recognized as Employee of the Year for their work

Snapchat Stops Promoting President Trump's Account

The Trump campaign has spent a significant amount of money on Snapchat advertising.

Religious Leaders Speak Out Against President Trump, Racism

An interfaith group from across Los Angeles County met in Santa Monica Wednesday to speak out against President Donald Trump.

Religious Figures Assemble To Blast President's Church Photo Op

An interfaith group will gather in Santa Monica Wednesday to speak out against President Donald Trump.

Street Sweeping Returns To Santa Monica In June

Street sweeping resumes June 1 in Santa Monica, according to city officials.

LA County Could Have Stay-At-Home Order Through Summer

Los Angeles County's top health official announced Tuesday that its stay-at-home order could remain in effect through August.

Santa Monica Suspends Plastic Bag Ban Temporarily

The city of Santa Monica released a new emergency order suspending the city's plastic bag ban.

How Community College Foundations, Including Santa Monica, Are Trying To Help Students

Community college foundations are giving extra aid to undocumented and low-income students.

Santa Monica Extends Rent Eviction Moratorium For Residents

The rent eviction moratorium extension includes both residential and commercial buildings in Santa Monica, city officials announced.

'Shared Sacrifices' In Santa Monica Coronavirus Recovery Plan

Santa Monica community leaders outlined a proposal for emerging from the coronavirus shutdown, including a restructuring of city operations.

Santa Monica Beaches Remain Closed, Could Reopen In May

From Malibu to Santa Monica and Venice to Redondo Beach, Los Angeles County health officials are starting to plan how to reopen the beaches.

Coronavirus: City Forms Santa Monica Economic Recovery Task Force

Santa Monica leaders are responding to the coronavirus pandemic and

LA City Attorney Announces Settlement in Coronavirus Testing Case

LA City Attorney Mike Feuer announced a settlement with a Santa Monica-based company claiming to offer at-home test kits for coronavirus.

Lane Dilg Appointed Santa Monica's Interim City Manager

Santa Monica City Council unanimously voted to appoint Lane Dilg as Interim City Manager.

Los Angeles Politician Faces Prison In Corruption Case

Former LA Councilman Mitchell Englander of Santa Monica is expected to enter a formal guilty plea in federal pay-to-play corruption case.

Santa Monica City Manager Steps Down Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Santa Monica City Manager Rick Cole announced that he is stepping down.

Coronavirus: Santa Monica City Council Approves Employee Buyouts

The coronavirus pandemic is forcing the city of Santa Monica to offer separation agreements to employees amid major budget concerns.

Santa Monica, LA County Beaches Close Due To Coronavirus

The public health order applies to all L.A. County beaches, beach bathrooms, piers, promenades and beach bike paths.

Santa Monica Suspends Parking Regulations Amid Coronavirus

Suspending street sweeping and preferential parking regulations will make it easier for residents to stay at home, the City said.

Spend, Baby, Spend! (Phil Brock for SMart)

Santa Monica overspends and overspends and then suddenly the cupboard is bare. Read my take on this and other issues in Santa Monica!

Man Accused Of Cyberattacks Against Katie Hill's Opponent

The man, who was married to a woman who worked for Katie Hill, allegedly hacked Hill's challenger Bryan Caforio, according to the complaint.

Where To Vote In Santa Monica: Election Polling Places, Hours

Here are the local polling places and when they're open for voters in L.A. County.

Santa Monica Operative Suspected Of Election Cyberattacks

The suspect was married to a woman who worked for another candidate that won the congressional race, according to the complaint.

SMart (Phil Brock) A Dinner Invitation, Porn, and a City on Fire

Phil Brock op-Ed on the state of Santa Monica this week

Trump Pardons Former Junk Bond King Michael Milken

The founder of the Santa Monica-based Milken Institute once was at the center of a massive Wall Street securities-fraud scandal.

Democratic Debate Viewing Party Set For Santa Monica

Viewing parties are planned throughout Los Angeles County for Friday's Democratic presidential debate.

Phil Brock for SMart (Survival at the Edge of the Sea)

Phil Brock looks at issues in Santa Monica. Water safety, the Promenade, and resident satisfaction in this new op-Ed for SMart.

Santa Monica Invites Residents To Attend State Of The City

The event will highlight community achievements in 2019 and focus on what’s ahead for 2020 with Mayor Kevin McKeown.

Santa Monica's Assistant City Manager Announces Retirement

Katie Lichtig is retiring after 35 years of service in local and federal government.

Democratic Debate Viewing Parties Set For Santa Monica

Viewing parties hosted by supporters of various candidates will be held around Los Angeles County.

Protesters To Decry U.S. Airstrike On Iran At West L.A. Protest

The West L.A. rally is one of hundreds organized around the country by liberal advocacy groups Move On and Indivisible.

New Leadership Appointed To Santa Monica Public Works Department

City of Santa Monica Public Works Director Susan Cline has appointment five leaders to the Public Works Department.

The Getty Fire Made Clear CA Needs To Prepare For Disaster (Opinion)

GUEST COMMENTARY: Lempert is a principal researcher at the nonprofit, nonpartisan RAND Corporation and Director of the RAND Pardee Center.

Hotel Worker Protections Goes Into Effect Jan. 1 In Santa Monica

The U.S. District Court issued an order allowing the provisions to go into law as planned after hotel management groups filed a complaint.

Here's How Santa Monica Lawmaker Voted On Impeaching Trump

A bitterly divided U.S. House of Representatives voted Wednesday to impeach President Donald Trump.

Impeachment Rally In Santa Monica Today: 'Nobody Is Above Law'

The event coincides with hundreds of demonstrations scheduled Tuesday across the nation.