Get top local stories in Southern California delivered ... However, Emily Ohara, from Santa Monica Travel & Tourism, clarified that "Santa Monica beaches are OPEN for residents and visitors ...

Santa Monica beaches are open, both sand and water, but health officials have issued an advisory over water quality meaning while you can go swimming, officials suggest you don’t.

Some Southern California beaches have lifted fire-debris and sewage-related closures and advisories, while the arrival of a ...

Over the past few days, it’s been impossible to avoid seeing the telltale signs of wildfire ash and debris accumulating along the coastline of Santa Monica. At low tide in particular, endless thick ...

So, which one is actually worth your time? We’re breaking down the key differences – vibe, attractions, crowds, and more – to ...

Santa Monica's beautiful beach may look inviting, but even the L.A. County Department of Public Health will tell you to think twice before swimming. Here's why.

to a spot above Santa Monica Bay, the Santa Monica Pier is the beach's most recognizable landmark. Not only will you see it in countless photos of the city, but you'll also catch a glimpse of it ...

The Santa Monica Police Department is investigating the death of a woman who was found Monday morning, in a sleeping bag on the beach sand with trauma to her face. City beach maintenance personnel ...

The ocean waters from Malibu to Santa Monica remain off-limits due to the recent rains and fire debris carried to the coast. The water closure, ordered by the Los Angeles County Department of ...