Popsicles broke the heat of the barn

Lighthouse pulled from behind to defeat Glendale Adventist at volleyball in five sets.

Santa Monica Council Candidate Spotlight: Lana Negrete

Part 5 of 12: Patch speaks with Lana Negrete as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.

How do local housing policies actually function in Santa Monica?

Understanding the distinction between these two elected bodies is crucial for navigating our local government

Santa Monica Council Candidate Spotlight: Ashley Oelsen

Part 4 of 12: Patch speaks with Ashley Oelsen as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.

TurboTax Plans 3-Story Flagship Store On Santa Monica's Third Street Promenade

The tax software giant will open two floors in January before expanding into a third floor and rooftop later in 2027.

Santa Monica Council Candidate Spotlight: Derrick Townsend

Part 3 of 12: Patch speaks with Derrick Townsend as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.

Off The Hook Seafood Festival Returns To Santa Monica Pier For Route 66 Centennial

The 8th annual festival will bring 25-plus restaurants and chefs to the Pier Sunday while raising money for Heal the Bay and Pier programs.

Santa Monica College Trustees To Review Police ‘Military Equipment’

College police have 10 patrol rifles and two projectile launchers, but report no use of the equipment during the latest reporting period.

Santa Monica Council Candidate Spotlight: Ericka Lesley

Part 2 of 12: Patch speaks with Ericka Lesley as candidates make their case for three Santa Monica City Council seats this November.

A $2M Bike Lane Aims to Make the Streets Safer – Some Residents Disagree

Reducing 14th Street by two lanes will eliminate one of the city's prime north-south arteries.

Here are my answers to the LA Daily News election questionnaire!

The Los Angeles Daily News asked SM City Council candidates to answer their questionnaire. Here are my answers!

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.

85 Santa Monica Properties In Flood Zone As Kelvin Wave Approaches

The city says it has heightened its awareness of increased coastal storm activity as Southern California braces for elevated sea levels.

Santa Monica's Economic Slump Worse Than Peer Cities, RAND Study Finds

Taxable sales plunged nearly 33 percent over a decade, while researchers found crime and homelessness heavily concentrated downtown.

Your local vote holds massive power!

Your single ballot has the power to directly influence our coastal development and neighborhood security.

Half Of Santa Monica's Aggravated Assaults Occur In Just 5 Percent Of City, Study Finds

A 20-year analysis found serious violence rose sharply downtown, while crime across most of the rest of Santa Monica remained stable.

SMart endorses three Santa Monica City Council Candidates

Phil Brock, Lana Negrete, and Ashley Oelsen are their choices to lead our city.

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.

From Napa To Santa Monica, Gott's Takes The Long Road To The Beach

A Napa Valley roadside institution brings burgers, wine and founder Joel Gott's decidedly personal approach to the heart of Santa Monica.

Couple Identified In Santa Monica Murder-Suicide

The husband and wife were found dead during a welfare check Saturday, hours after police believe the shooting occurred.

Do not turn our downtown into a cement canyon!

We can absolutely foster smart development without turning our beautiful coastal town into an overcrowded metropolis.

PEAKING Documentary Opens This Weekend in Santa Monica

The film opens Oct. 2 at Laemmle Monica with daily screenings through Oct. 8 and a special veteran Q&A opening night.

700 Affordable Homes Could Transform Santa Monica's Bergamot Station

The city is negotiating the future of the 5.6-acre arts center, where at least 707 affordable homes could rise while retaining cultural uses

Santa Monica Evacuation Capacity Study Remains Unfunded After Palisades Fire

Santa Monica knows how many people may need to evacuate, but a $150,000-plus study of whether its roads can handle them remains unfunded.

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.

Protect Our Culture, Protect Our Art!

From local theater productions to neighborhood galleries, our creators need strong leadership that values their hard work.

Woman, Man Killed In Apparent Murder/Suicide In Santa Monica

A man is suspected of shooting his wife to death before turning the gun on himself, police said.

Registered for pressure

Under pressure, Lighthouse came from behind to win Game 2 against Highland Hall of Northridge to take the win in three sets

Moms Demand Action Candidate!

Phil Brock is a 2026 Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate!

LA County Taxpayers Association Endorses former Mayor Brock!

Gratified to receive the endorsement of this staunchly anti higher tax association...

82-Year-Old Pedestrian Critically Injured In Santa Monica Collision

The 82-year-old woman was struck while walking in a marked crosswalk at 5th Street and Wilshire Boulevard, police said.

Let's Protect This Place We Call Home!

It's a lifelong commitment!

1 Person Shot in Palms After LAPD Pursuit

The suspect fled the scene after officers attempted to detain him, the LAPD said.

Police Search For Drug Source In Presley Gerber's Santa Monica Death

Detectives are investigating the 27-year-old model's suspected overdose, while SMPD says it is too early to discuss possible charges.

Iconic Santa Monica Pier Sign Finally Coming Down For Restoration

The landmark neon sign was originally expected to come down in January, but nine months later its long-awaited restoration is approaching.

Let's make a safe Santa Monica happen together

Santa Monicans deserve a thriving, secure community!

12-Story Apartment Tower Proposed On Santa Monica Single-Family Lot

The 32-unit project near the E Line would replace a single-family home and is the second Santa Monica development proposed under SB 79.

City Infrastructure Before Building!

Our water supply cannot sustain all of this construction. Our dreams of water self-sufficiency are now over!

The walking dead

Facing formerly formidable rival Hillcrest, Lighthouse played weakly against a team that has declined under low enrollments.