Planning a trip to Southern California often begins with the question of where the coast feels most alive, and Santa Monica consistently stands out as the answer. This seaside city combines iconic ...

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 Public ...

Millions of people visit Santa Monica beaches each year, but if you swim near the pier area, be warned that the water is the most polluted in the state, according to Heal the Bay’s research. An annual ...