2-Month PCH Access Closure Begins In Santa Monica

The Moomat Ahiko Way ramps are expected to close as crews demolish the final section of the old Santa Monica Pier bridge.

Big Blue Bus Tops 10 Million Rides For 2nd Straight Year

Santa Monica's transit system has nearly doubled ridership since its pandemic low, though it remains below pre-pandemic levels.

1 Killed In 405 Freeway Pileup Near Sunset Boulevard

The collision was reported in northbound lanes at about 2:30 p.m. Monday, according to California Highway Patrol dispatchers.

Waymo Gets Overnight Reprieve In Santa Monica Charging Fight

An appeals court restored 24-hour access to two Broadway lots while Waymo battles the city over an overnight operations ban.

SigAlert: 405 Freeway Crash Overturns Cars, Backs Up Traffic To 105

The West LA crash temporarily shut all northbound lanes, with traffic backing up as far as the 105 Freeway.

Waymo Makes Bid To Restore Overnight Operations In Santa Monica

The autonomous vehicle company says a judge's overnight restrictions are already hurting its transportation network as it fights the ruling.

Appian Way Reopens Ahead Of Schedule During Santa Monica Pier Bridge Project

The main route to the pier's primary parking area is back open as work continues on the city's $35 million bridge replacement project.

Lane Closures To Slow Traffic On PCH For Weeks

Caltrans says nighttime lane closures near Venice are needed for paving, sidewalk improvements and traffic signal upgrades.

Road Repairs Set To Affect McClure Tunnel In Santa Monica

An inlet replacement project between the McClure Tunnel and California Incline will close one northbound lane from 9 am to 3 pm Wednesday.

Lane Closures, Parking Restrictions Continue On Santa Monica Boulevard

Roadwork is continuing into next week on Santa Monica Boulevard on the Westside.

Free Bus Fares For Students Are Vanishing

Federal cuts prompted West LA, East LA and LA Trade Tech to discontinue GoPass for students.

Driverless Taxis' Beeping Causes Headaches For Santa Monica Residents

Several Santa Monica residents are pleading with Waymo to give them some peace and quiet.

Driverless Taxi Gets Stuck In Busy Chick-fil-A Drive Thru

A Waymo got stuck in a busy drive thru in Santa Monica this week.

Free Bus, Train Rides In Santa Monica For Election Day 2024

Metro and Santa Monica's Big Blue Bus will not collect fares on Nov. 5 to help ensure people can cast their ballots on Election Day.

Santa Monica Completes 20th Street Bike, Pedestrian Improvements

The city has closed a gap in its 3-mile route between the ocean and Bergamot Station.

Crash Shuts Down 10 Freeway/PCH Tunnel Tuesday Afternoon: Sigalert

Traffic was snarled on the 10 Freeway and Pacific Coast Highway following a multi-vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon.

Waymo Expands Driverless Robotaxi Service In Santa Monica

Driverless cars are going to be a more common sight on Santa Monica's streets.

Security Guards Hired By Big Blue Bus In Santa Monica

"Transit safety officers" will soon be stationed at bus stops and on buses across Santa Monica.

California Incline Shut Down After Debris Enters Road

Police warned that motorists should expect delays and seek alternate routes.

Shorter Waits, Later Trains: Metro Boosts Santa Monica E Line Service

More frequent trains and later services are coming to several Metro lines this month.

Crash Shuts Down PCH In Santa Monica

Drivers were being advised to avoid the area and expect delays.

Pedestrian Struck, Injured In Collision On Ocean Avenue

A man walking across the street was struck by a car on Ocean Avenue Friday morning, according to Santa Monica Police.

Eroded Bluff Removed, Roads Reopened After Emergency Repairs

Crews overnight removed the large, cracked section of the Santa Monica bluffs and hauled the debris off-site.

Emergency Bluff Repairs Will Close Santa Monica Freeway

Santa Monicans can expect heavy traffic near the pier as crews remove an area of the bluff that developed a large crack, officials said.

Expect Traffic By Santa Monica Pier Due To Road Work

Traffic on Ocean Avenue will be impacted by crews installing concrete medians to separate the bike lane from regular lanes of traffic.

Plague Of Potholes: How To Report And Get Reimbursed In Santa Monica

Thousands of new potholes have appeared thanks to recent storms. Here’s how to report them— and get reimbursed for damages.

Rolling Refrigerators

The Big Blue Bus got 2nd place in our survey of local public transport. There's a need to improve, especially the sass.

Nationwide Bus Driver Shortage Prompts Big Blue Bus Schedule Changes

Due to the shortage, starting Jan. 15 schedule changes to multiple routes will be made to match current staffing levels.

Pacific Coast Highway Crash Snarls Traffic In Santa Monica

The incident occurred early Wednesday morning, authorities said.

Gas Prices Plummet: Highest, Lowest Prices In Santa Monica

Prices for a regular gallon of gas have finally fallen in California and they’re expected to drop to an astonishing $3 range in near future.

LA Gas Prices Plummet; See Highest, Lowest Prices In Santa Monica

Gas prices are finally falling across Southern California. See the price range in your area.

Be Careful Where You Park Your Car In Santa Monica

Additional parking enforcement starts Nov. 1 in Santa Monica, promising tickets for cars parked on curbs and sidewalks.

Free Public Transit In Santa Monica For Clean Air Day

Local agencies partnered with the Coalition For Clean Air to offer free bus rides as a part of a statewide effort to fight poor air quality.

CA Gas Prices Rising Again: Highest, Lowest Prices In Santa Monica

The nation’s 99-day streak of falling gasoline prices just ended, but in California, prices have been inching up for weeks.

Person Threatens To Jump From Bridge Near Santa Monica Pier: Police

Police and firefighters responded to an incident in Santa Monica Tuesday morning, causing traffic slowdowns.

Christopher Columbus' Name To Be Removed From Stretch Of I-10 In LA

The state legislature passed a bill removing Christopher Columbus' name from the portion of the I-10 Freeway that crosses Los Angeles.

Gas Prices Drop In Santa Monica For 66th Consecutive Day

Los Angeles County residents continued to see relief at the pump Friday as the average price for a gallon of gas dropped closer to $5.

Expect Overnight Closures In Santa Monica

Santa Monica will see overnight closures for road construction Thursday.

Where To Find The Cheapest Gas In Santa Monica As Prices Fall

Gas prices have inched down statewide despite demand. Are they falling in your area?

Santa Monica Street Closure Announced Amid Demolition Work

City officials reminded residents that some 4th street lanes will be closed until Friday afternoon.