A dropped phone at a Fashion District robber y helped detectives link an armed heist to suspects and a body found in a car trunk.

Santa Monica is sponsoring AB 1740, a state bill that would let transit-rich coastal cities approve certain housing and street projects without individual Coastal Commission review. Supporters call it a fast-track for housing and bike lanes; others worry about lost oversight.

The City of Los Angeles filed a cross‑complaint asking California to shoulder part of any Palisades fire payouts as judges weigh early motions over the suits.

LAFD says a vehicle struck a Westwood building Thursday; multiple patients were reported. Crews from FS37 responded and details are limited.

A West Hollywood man was arrested after his roommate allegedly attacked the paralyzed terrier mix, Scooter. The dog was rushed to a vet and is recovering.

Pontu, chef Richie Lopez's new Peruvian spot, is headed to 3117 Ocean Park Blvd in Santa Monica. Expect seasonal seafood plates like ceviches and tiraditos while permits are finalized.

A single-vehicle crash on Malibu Canyon Road near Potter Road early Wednesday left one person dead and a badly damaged car down the hillside.

Unusually warm weather arrives Tuesday with highs near 84°F and a midweek peak near 90°F. Gusty Santa Anas and coastal advisories are possible.

Intelligentsia is converting a Pico A‑frame into its first Santa Monica drive‑thru coffeebar, pairing car‑window service with a sunny outdoor patio.

A California appeals court tossed James Heaps’ 2023 conviction and ordered a retrial after finding juror‑related errors that kept his lawyers from addressing a concern about a juror’s English. The decision revives legal and emotional fallout for victims and for UCLA.

A developer has filed to replace offices across from Santa Monica’s Water Garden with an eight‑story, 401‑unit building that would reserve 41 affordable apartments. Plans show retail, rooftop amenities and a 419‑space semi‑subterranean garage.

Mid-70s today in Downtown LA with a mandatory No-Burn Day. Warmer and gusty Santa Anas expected midweek.

One suspect was arrested after an armed break-in at a Beverly Grove mansion early Saturday; police are searching the neighborhood for a second person who fled.