Coolkicks LA raid: $500,000 in stolen Nike merch seized from Santa Monica warehouse
Adeel Shams, the owner of popular online sneaker resale business Coolkicks, was arrested in Santa Monica last week for allegedly buying half a million dollars' worth of stolen Nike shoes and clothing, according to police.
New Santa Monica mental health facility sparks backlash among residents
A new 49-bed mental health housing facility set to open this month along Ocean Avenue in Santa Monica has ignited controversy among residents who say they were blindsided by the project.
Elderly security guard assaulted in Santa Monica
Police said the suspect hit the victim with the victim's own flashlight then ran away.
Starbucks list of store closures in California
The bulk of California store closures are in the Los Angeles area, including several in downtown LA.
From Winnipeg to LA: Police cycle 2,200 miles to help terminally ill kids
Members of the Winnipeg, Canada Police Service pedaled into Santa Monica, completing their roughly 2,200-mile journey from Winnipeg, Canada to Los Angeles.
Santa Monica approves declaration of fiscal distress
The financial issues are being blamed on declining tourism revenues, taxes, and large legal payouts from a sexual abuse scandal.
405 Freeway delays back this weekend with ramp, lane closures in Sepulveda Pass, West LA
Another round of nightmare 405 Freeway traffic kicks off this upcoming weekend for Angelenos.
Violent brawl breaks out on Santa Monica Pier
Punches were thrown and anti-Semitic slurs were shouted during a violent confrontation on the Santa Monica Pier.
Restaurant employee stabbed near Santa Monica Pier
An employee at Pier Pizza and Subs was stabbed multiple times by someone witnesses described as homeless.
Santa Monica police chief announces he is resigning
Santa Monica Police Chief Ramon Batista has announced his resignation, effective October 4.
Woman feared to have been trafficked found safe
A young woman, believed to have been trafficked in Los Angeles for three years, is returning home to Idaho with the help of the Santa Monica Coalition.



















