Santa Monica is seeking a court order to declare two Waymo recharging stations public nuisances due to noise and light disturbances affecting residents, with proposed restrictions on overnight operations, despite Waymo's claims of recent improvements and compliance. The city argues the nuisances disrupt sleep and daily life, while Waymo defends its efforts to mitigate issues and continues operations.
Nick Reiner, son of Rob Reiner, was charged with the murder of his parents, Rob and Michele Reiner, after allegedly stabbing them to death. He checked into a Santa Monica hotel following the incident and was arrested near USC. The case involves complex legal proceedings, and the motives remain unclear.
Santa Monica is experiencing a flea-borne typhus outbreak with five cases, prompting health officials to increase monitoring and control efforts amid a regional surge in cases across Los Angeles County, which has seen a record high of 187 cases last year and 106 so far in 2025. The disease, transmitted by fleas from rodents and wildlife, can cause symptoms like fever, rash, and muscle pain, and is preventable through flea control and avoiding contact with stray animals. Authorities advise residents to take precautions and seek medical attention if symptoms develop.
Los Angeles County health officials warn of a rising number of flea-borne typhus cases, with a recent outbreak in Santa Monica, urging precautions such as flea control on pets and avoiding stray animals, as cases continue to increase since 2010, with 106 cases reported in 2025 so far.
A deadly explosion at a Los Angeles County Sheriff's training facility, which killed three deputies, is being investigated for possible links to explosives found in a Santa Monica apartment, where a grenade was discovered. Authorities are searching the apartment for additional explosives, with federal agencies involved in the probe.
The article explores Stephen Miller's upbringing in Santa Monica, a liberal enclave, and how his conservative views and policies, especially on immigration, have led to protests and tensions in Los Angeles, with some viewing his actions as a form of revenge on his hometown.
A police officer was ambushed and shot at while approaching a suspect linked to a recent shooting in Santa Monica. The suspect, connected to a shooting that injured two teenagers, was quickly apprehended after a brief pursuit, and the officer was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The incident highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to address violence in the area.
A racist text message targeting Black individuals, including students in Santa Monica, was sent nationwide following the election, prompting calls for increased security in local schools. Ericka Lesley, a parent of affected students, is advocating for enhanced safety measures, while the FBI investigates the source of the messages. The Santa Monica Malibu Unified School District condemned the messages and promised disciplinary action if local students are involved, though no immediate plans for increased security have been announced.
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez were seen in Santa Monica sharing a seemingly staged intimate moment to dispel ongoing divorce rumors. The couple, known for their candid PDA, opted for a friendly peck on the cheek while attending a basketball game for Affleck's son. This appearance follows Lopez's cancellation of her summer tour to focus on her personal life.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck were spotted attending his son Samuel's basketball game at a YMCA in Santa Monica, joined by Ben's mother Christine Boldt. Despite recent breakup rumors, the couple has been seen together at various family events, including his daughter Violet's high school graduation. Jennifer recently canceled her This Is Me…Now Tour to focus on family, while Ben is busy filming The Accountant 2.
An arrest has been made in the attack on a 6-year-old girl by a homeless person in Santa Monica, with the suspect being apprehended by the Los Angeles Police Department after another incident in Venice. The child and her family were visiting from the East coast when the attack occurred, and the Santa Monica Police Department is working with the LAPD to pursue felony child abuse charges against the suspect.
REI, a popular outdoor equipment and clothing store, is set to close its long-time location in Santa Monica, California, at the end of February, leaving many shoppers upset. The closure comes after the recent shutdown of another major location in Portland, Oregon. Despite the disappointment, REI fans can still visit the newly opened location in Marina del Rey. The company cited a shift in customer needs and the overall operating environment as reasons for the closure, and it remains unclear if growing retail theft played a role.
A 27-year-old homeless woman, Kayla Denise Mackey, has been arrested as the suspect in the shooting and killing of 46-year-old Edward Williams III in Santa Monica. The victim was shot in his vehicle following a possible argument, and despite heavy police presence, the suspect evaded capture overnight. The Santa Monica Police Department is still investigating the motive for the shooting and urges anyone with information to come forward.
A man claiming to be actress Nia Long's son was arrested in Santa Monica for assaulting a stranger with a tent pole. The imposter initially provided Nia's son's name and birth month and day, but got the year wrong. His true identity was revealed during the booking process. The police suspect he obtained the information from social media, but Nia's actual son was not involved. The imposter is currently in jail on charges of assault with a deadly weapon and false impersonation.
Jerrid Powell, the suspect accused of killing four random strangers in Central LA, may have funded his murderous spree with a $700,000 settlement he received from the City of Santa Monica after being run over by a patrol officer in 2019. Powell allegedly targeted homeless victims while they were sleeping on the streets and followed one victim to his home before shooting him. Police arrested Powell after identifying his car through security footage. He has been charged with four counts of murder, residential robbery, and being a felon with a firearm.
