Family reunification program deemed success
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A new family reunification program is helping homeless people in Los Angeles and Santa Monica return to their families and hometowns.

LA sues Trump admin over ICE raids, joining lawsuit against Kristi Noem and DHS

Eight cities across LA County joined a lawsuit against the Trump administration, claiming federal agents' tactics are unconstitutional and instill fear rather than protect the public.

1212 Santa Monica offering to-go booze as 3rd Street Promenade allows open containers for shoppers

As part of the area-wide rule that allows shoppers and diners to walk around with open-container alcohol at the 3rd Street Promenade, 1212 Santa Monica is among the businesses offering to-go booze.

1212 Restaurant offers to-go booze in Santa Monica
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As part of the area-wide rule that allows shoppers and diners to walk around with open-container alcohol at the 3rd Street Promenade, 1212 Restaurant in Santa Monica is among the businesses offering to-go booze.

Shooting reignites fears over Santa Monica safety
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A shooting that occurred in broad daylight in Santa Monica has reignited fears about safety in the coastal community.

2 juveniles shot in Waymo vehicle in Santa Monica

An investigation was underway after two passengers in an autonomous vehicle were shot in Santa Monica.

Passenger shot in Waymo car
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A rider in a driverless vehicle was shot in Santa Monica.

Juneteenth 2025: Where to celebrate in Southern California

Numerous events are scheduled across Southern California in celebration, including a walk in Pacoima honoring the woman dubbed the "Grandmother of Juneteenth."

Santa Monica's outdoor drinking zone now open

Santa Monica's Entertainment Zone, which allows for drinking alcohol outdoors, opened with a soft launch Friday, June 13.

Bay Cities Deli closed: Beloved Santa Monica bakery addresses closure

Bay Cities Italian Deli and Bakery in Santa Monica - renowned for its "Godmother" cold cut sandwich - was ordered to close by LA County Public Health officials.

Coyote encounters increasing in Santa Monica

Some city officials say there's increased coyote activity in Santa Monica due to the displacement of wildlife caused by the Palisades Fire.

Santa Monica turns 3rd Street Promenade into entertainment zone with open alcohol rules

Santa Monica's new Entertainment Zone will be the first in Southern California. A soft rollout is expected in early June, with initial hours on Friday through Sunday from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Santa Monica park overrun with squirrels

Don't feed the squirrels. That's the message from Santa Monica officials. They may be cute, but the burrow-dwelling rodents are overrunning a local park.