Under “at-large” election systems like Santa Monica’s, everyone who lives in a city votes on the same set of candidates. In a ...

In recent weeks, hundreds of sea lions, dolphins and other animals have turned up in the sand dead or seriously ill, alarming ...

Santa Monica is a very walkable part of town, and many recent travelers suggest you explore the area by bicycle (a few of the best California tours offer guided cycling trips along the beach).

In addition to posh hotel bars with design-forward decor and moody backdrops, Santa Monica is also home to cozy watering ...

A heartbroken family is taking legal action after a woman was run over and killed on the beach near the Santa Monica Pier.

Their inquiry opened the door for a novel endeavor, a dune restoration pilot project on Santa Monica Beach ... In Southern California, and at many urban sandy beaches throughout the world, beach ...

From Southeast Asian cuisine in Ocean Park to Mediterranean fare in front of Muscle Beach, these are the best restaurants in Santa Monica ... seasonal California cuisine. Expect rotating dishes ...