The Los Angeles County Assessment Roll increased by $82 billion or 3.91% in 2025 despite devastating wildfires that destroyed thousands of homes across Altadena, Pacific Palisades and Malibu, County Assessor Jeff Prang announced.

Starbucks said Tuesday it's confident that improved store operations and new products — including a cold foam protein drink — will soon help turn around the company's lagging U.S. sales. In the meantime,

Scientists say they have at last solved the mystery of what killed more than 5 billion sea stars off the Pacific coast of North America in a decade-long epidemic. Sea stars – often known as starfish – typically have five arms and some species sport up to 24 arms.

Tesla is awarding CEO Elon Musk 96 million shares of restricted stock valued at approximately $29 billion, just six months after a judge ordered the company to revoke his massive pay package. The electric vehicle maker said in a regulatory filing on Monday that Musk must first pay Tesla $23.

Experience a unique blend of ancient Kabbalistic wisdom and modern frequency science in Malibu this August with renowned teachers and a premiere frequency film.

Discover why Providence Saint John's Health Center was named one of the Best Regional Hospitals for 2025 by U.S. News & World Report.

Join Venice Family Clinic for National Health Center Week, offering free health services, food distribution, and programs for the homeless.

Repair project for Marvin Braude Bike Trail and Santa Monica Canyon Channel outlet to begin Aug. 4, ensuring a lasting restoration of the popular coastal trail.

The Marina del Rey Tourism Board's second annual Career Day successfully introduced nearly 50 local high school students to diverse career paths in tourism and hospitality during a comprehensive Saturday event that featured guided tours,

Learn about pollinator-friendly gardening, tomato competitions, and small-space growing techniques at the Santa Monica Community Gardens workshops in August.

Waymo has reduced the volume of reversing beeps from its autonomous vehicles at a Santa Monica charging depot following months of noise complaints from nearby residents, the company announced Wednesday.

Learn about the NACo Achievement Awards 2025 recognizing the Assessor's Office efforts to strengthen communities during crisis situations.

Uber and Lyft drivers in California have been fighting for years for higher wages and better working conditions — in the streets, before state lawmakers, in court and at the ballot. Now, a bill making its way through the state Legislature would allow ride-hailing drivers to unionize.

Located by the end of Route 66 near the Santa Monica Pier, the historic Chez Jay celebrates its 66-year anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 9 with a daylong retro-theme party.

California has completed assembly of the world's largest civilian helicopter firefighting fleet with the arrival of two final Fire Hawk helicopters, marking a stark contrast to federal cuts in wildfire response resources under the Trump administration.

The Santa Monica Animal Shelter has exceeded its capacity amid a wave of animal surrenders and stray intakes, prompting city officials to waive adoption fees in hopes of easing overcrowding and placing pets into permanent homes.

Waymo has reduced the volume of reversing beeps from its autonomous vehicles at a Santa Monica charging depot following months of noise complaints from nearby residents, the company announced ...

Join us at National Night Out 2025 in Santa Monica for a fun-filled evening with free food, games, and music at City Hall! #SantaMonicaAllStars

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved a motion Tuesday to provide weekly budget updates during regular meetings as the county faces mounting fiscal challenges. The motion, co-authored by Chair Pro Tem and First District Supervisor Hilda L.

The city is ramping up emergency preparedness efforts as peak wildfire season approaches, urging residents and businesses to begin preparations now through coordinated outreach and planning with emergency agencies.