A woman told CBS she was struck in the back of the head while riding LA Metro's E Line in West Los Angeles; the brief video offers few details and no suspect information. The incident spotlights ongoing safety debates around the county's transit system.

The Misfit will close its Santa Monica Clock Tower location on April 18 after 15 years. LGO Hospitality cites ownership turnover and downtown conditions and says it is searching for a new home.

UCLA researchers argue multimodal AI lack "internal embodiment" — a bodily sense that helps regulate confidence — and warn the gap creates safety risks.

Atar Capital signed roughly 11,000 square feet at JMB’s new Century City tower, tripling its Los Angeles headquarters and planning a phased move in early 2027. The deal underscores continued demand for high‑end Westside offices.

County and city officials moved to smooth logistics for the Baywatch reboot in Venice Beach, promising a liaison and permit fixes to keep filming and local jobs in town. Officials say tighter daily coordination should protect beach access while production continues into July.

Malibu lifeguards warn of jellyfish stings at Surfrider Beach and rising stingray hazards. Officials advise the stingray shuffle and to check with lifeguards before entering the surf.

The Getty Center will close March 15, 2027 for about a year of renovations aimed at upgrading galleries, HVAC and visitor amenities ahead of the 2028 Games.

Santa Monica and Westside chefs will serve signature bites at Masters of Taste on April 19, with 100% of ticket proceeds benefiting Union Station Homeless Services.

Tishman Speyer has posted new plans to replace a 2018 five‑story approval at 1318 Lincoln with an eight‑story, 110‑unit building; a virtual meeting is scheduled for April 16.

A Paul Williams–designed Holmby Hills mansion went into contract this week, topping Los Angeles County’s luxury signed deals and drawing attention beside Kylie Jenner’s compound.

County plans to drain Big Tujunga and Pacoima for multi‑year sediment removal. Foothill residents warn the timing could weaken firefighting capacity after recent blazes.

Angel City renewed its Santa Monica lease at Media Park, keeping the NWSL club's front office on the Westside.

Santa Monica promoted Christopher Dishlip to lead Public Works at a $315,684 salary as the city advances a Realignment Plan for infrastructure and maintenance.