Route 66, celebrating its centennial this year, stretches nearly four thousand kilometers across eight US states from Chicago to Santa Monica, with its legendary status still attracting travelers.

Multiple lanes of the 405 Freeway in West Los Angeles were shut down during the morning commute after two cars overturned near Santa Monica Boulevard, requiring California Highway Patrol to close three lanes for clearance.

Hipgnosis founder and former CEO Merck Mercuriadis, who recently launched a new venture, is slated to deliver a keynote address at the Music Tectonics Conference in Santa Monica, California, in October 2026.

A man was shot and killed in a parking lot near the Santa Monica Pier overnight, with the gunman still at large, according to Santa Monica police.

Santa Monica Networks, a leading Baltic cybersecurity and IT infrastructure solutions company, has appointed Daiva Budrikė as its new marketing manager as part of its strategic expansion and leadership team strengthening.

French luxury brand Hermès brought its Fall-Winter 2026 collection to the Santa Monica Mountains, featuring Miley Cyrus and posh-punk leather looks, causing a two-hour traffic jam.

Santa Monica Pier has been ranked as one of California's most polluted beaches for the fifth consecutive year, according to Heal the Bay, prompting an unsafe water warning for the popular destination.

A retrospective on Shirley Temple, born April 23, 1928, in Santa Monica, California, who became one of Hollywood's highest-paid actresses before the age of ten.

After a prolonged period out of the public eye, Joe Biden was photographed dining with his wife Jill Biden and friends at a fashionable restaurant in Santa Monica.

Salomón Ragavan Delgado, a 93-year-old yoga instructor in Santa Monica, continues to teach the same students for four decades, proving that age is just a number.

Snapchat has launched its first-ever awards show, 'The Snappys,' celebrating creators from its Santa Monica headquarters, with Kylie Jenner and David Dobrik among the initial winners.

Alexander Schecter, 24, of Santa Monica, has been accused of rape, kidnapping, and other charges after allegedly trapping two UCLA students in his car in early March, with police expressing concerns about potential additional victims.

A swimming warning is issued for some LA County beaches due to contaminated water. Bacteria levels are exceeding safety standards at Santa Monica, Venice and Malibu.

In Santa Monica, California, the Elly Amai brand has opened a pop-up store for fresh fruit, sold at exorbitant prices. While several influencers have praised this new address, others have expressed...

Thousands poured into the Santa Monica airport to attend the opening of LA’s sprawling art show. Heads were definitely turned — just not always at the stuff inside the frames.

While the God of War Trilogy Remake is in early production, reports suggest that Santa Monica Studio has several other games in development.

Jennifer Garner was seen in Santa Monica showcasing a chic and comfortable way to wear a white T-shirt during summer, combining ease and elegance in her outfit after leaving a church.

Santa Monica is utilizing AI-enhanced cameras to identify and fine vehicles illegally parked in bike lanes, with violators facing a $93 penalty.

A new 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles' themed pizzeria, designed to evoke 'new-stalgia' for both children and nostalgic adults, has officially opened its doors in Santa Monica, Los Angeles.

The creators of the upcoming game God of War Laufey have announced that players will not control Kratos, but instead play as his wife, Faye. This decision marks a significant shift in the game's protagonist.

ESPN has revealed its extensive broadcast hub and fan experience for Super Bowl LXI, located on Santa Monica Beach, offering an immersive event for football enthusiasts.

Salma Hayek made a statement at the Breakthrough Prize event in Santa Monica by posing with grey hair, confirming that beauty has no age.

J.J. Abrams' Bad Robot production banner is undergoing significant downsizing of its operations and will be relocating to New York after more than two decades in Los Angeles and Santa Monica.

A three-week-old mountain lion cub, named Crimson, was rescued by California biologists after being found alone for days in the Santa Monica mountains. The cub is now receiving care at the Oakland Zoo as its mother could not be located.

The Santa Monica Airport, operational for over 100 years, is slated to close by December 31, 2028, following an FAA settlement, with plans to convert the land into a taxpayer-funded public park despite calls for housing.

Clémence de Lutz Gossett, owner of Petitgrain Boulangerie in Santa Monica, attributes her bakery's success to social capital and 'radical hospitality', often waking up before 1 AM to prepare croissants.

The secret new IP from Sony Santa Monica Studio is set to be an expansion of the God of War universe, only without Kratos.

SANTA MONICA, Calif. There’s nothing Jennifer Garner likes to do more on camera than get into a good slugfest. “I love a fight,” the veteran actress told Postmedia in an interview after previewing a p

Ben Affleck celebrated his 54th birthday in Santa Monica, spending time with his children and ex-wife Jennifer Garner, weeks after his mother's passing.

Los Angeles County health officials have issued a warning for beachgoers to avoid entering the ocean at Santa Monica Pier and Venice Beach due to high bacteria levels. The advisory comes as hot weather is expected to continue throughout the week.

Police are investigating a shooting incident in a parking lot on the north side of the Santa Monica Pier that resulted in one fatality.

Santa Monica Studio has confirmed that 'God of War Laufey' will be available on a physical disc, a detail that suggests the game's launch is anticipated for 2027.

As Route 66 approaches its 100th anniversary, The Hollywood Reporter rounds up the best places to stay along America's most cinematic highway, from Santa Monica to Chicago.

A man has been charged with criminal threats and battery following an incident in Santa Monica where his dog bit a Jewish victim, though the charges do not include a hate crime.

Maroon 5 frontman Adam Levine drew significant attention for his appearance at a Santa Monica event with his wife Behati Prinsloo, leading to online speculation about changes to his face.

The 2026 Breakthrough Prize ceremony in Santa Monica featured a range of celebrity and billionaire attendees, with an article reviewing the best and worst fashion choices seen on the red carpet, including Sam Altman.

J.J. Abrams' production company, Bad Robot, is downsizing its operations, including scrapping its Santa Monica headquarters, just years after securing a major deal with Warner Bros.

The turquoise, Wes Anderson-esque Georgian Hotel in Santa Monica, a landmark where Old Hollywood once escaped, has been meticulously restored to its opulent glory.

Several witnesses claimed they heard what sounded like gunshots in the area.

God of War developer Sony Santa Monica is reportedly working on a major spinoff focused on Faye — Kratos' wife and the mother of Atreus.

The National Park Service is seeking public input on a proposal to designate a section of the Los Angeles coastline, from Santa Monica to Torrance Beach, as a national park.