Some Santa Monica property owners posted a sign in a busy shopping area saying ... "serious crimes" are holding steady in the upscale beach city, "Part 2" crimes that include simple assault ...

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 ...

Among other cities that have joined Los Angeles in hosting events, Long Beach and Carson were quick to sign an initial — and binding — Games Agreement with organizers. Santa Monica has ...