Street League Skateboabing's first-ever spot-takeover, transforming the Santa Monica Pier with a custom-built course, paying homage to one of the most iconic spots in all of skateboarding!

We're transforming the iconic Santa Monica Pier on Friday, May 23, in the league’s first-ever ‘Spot-Takeover’ event. A custom-built course will rebuild the Santa Monica Triple Set — one of skateboarding’s most iconic spots — right on the Santa Monica Pier for a FREE festival that pays homage to the place that shaped skateboarding into what it is today.

Santa Monica's Bay Cities Deli ​was recently closed down by the Los Angeles Department of Health for major violations. "Vermin 'infestion - Califormia Health and Saftey Code Section 114259.1

Pacific Coast Hwy will reopen to the public in Malibu & Pacific Palisades Friday, May 23 in time for Memorial Day holiday.

The Pacific Coast Highway, which was closed following the Palisades Fire, will reopen to public travel ahead of schedule this Friday in advance of Memorial Day Holiday.

Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that State Route 1/Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) will reopen to all drivers at 8 a.m. Friday, May 23, in time for the Memorial Day weekend.

“In California, we get stuff done, period. We’re opening the PCH back up early, with more lanes before Angelenos hit the road this Memorial Day. We are able to do this thanks to the tireless work of hundreds of construction and road crews and with help from our partners at the Army Corps of Engineers.”

According to the governor office, a "robust security presence will remain at the neighborhood level following the highway reopening. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has directed LAPD to continue its increased deployment in the Palisades, including staffing check points 24 hours a day."

“The reopening of Pacific Coast Highway marks an important step forward in our recovery effort in the Palisades, which is on track to be the fastest in state history,” said Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. “I thank Governor Newsom, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and partners at all levels of government for their partnership and collaboration as we work around the clock to get families home and businesses reopened. As Pacific Coast Highway reopens, we will continue to protect the safety and security of Palisades neighborhoods through a strict security plan established in coordination with the State. All of us have a shared goal – to ensure residents can safely and quickly rebuild and return to their community. We will continue working together toward that goal and recommit to clearing any barrier that stands in the way of recovery.”

What to Expect for Travelers

Be aware that repairs will continue even after two lanes in both directions are opened to the public.

For the safety of repair crews and first responders, drivers are asked to please use caution while driving through the area, Move Over if possible, and slow down. A 25 mile per hour speed limit will remain in effect.

Due to the volume of traffic expected over the holiday weekend and ongoing construction, drivers should expect delays on PCH. Please allow extra time for travel or find an alternate route to your destination.

Caltrans and CHP reminds drivers that traffic fines can be doubled in an active work zone.

“Instead of having to hang a u-turn on PCH, Angelenos can now ‘hang ten’ with Malibu businesses and residents. I want to offer a big thanks to federal, state, and local partners who made this happen!” said Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin.

There are many people in the Palisades and Malibu the are against re-opening of PCH, they have been voicing thier concerns on social media and contacing all the local officials about it. But all of the council members and the 3 mayors are in favor of the opening.

For more news, updates and traffic conditions on PCH and other local beachside roads, Click Here.

For more news and updates on the Palisades Fire, Click Here.

Topanga Canyon Blvd/SR-27 will reopen for public use at 8AM Friday, 5/23, from PCH to Grand View Drive. This is limited to daytime hours (6AM-6PM) w/ traffic controls + one-way directional flagging btwn postmile 2.3 & 2.7 due to ongoing work. Expect delays.

For more news, updates and traffic conditions on PCH and other local beachside roads, Click Here.

For more news and updates on the Palisades Fire, Click Here.

A recap of some of the incidents Santa Monica Police dealt with on May 4 - May 10. Here's the list:

1200 block of 16th St - Bike Stop / 69 PC SM Warrant Arrest: Officers conducted a bike stop on a suspect who had a $250,000 Santa Monica warrant for battery on a peace officer, drug paraphernalia, and methamphetamine. The suspect was arrested.​

1500 block of 4th Street - Domestic Violence: Police responded to a family disturbance. A female was found intoxicated in a vehicle with a cut nose. Her male partner reported she had struck him multiple times in the face and bit his finger while he was driving after they had been drinking. The female was arrested for domestic violence.​

500 block of Wilshire - Theft/ Shoplift: Officers responded to a theft at CVS. A suspect concealed merchandise in a TJ Maxx bag and fled. The suspect was later observed and detained, positively identified, and the stolen property was recovered. The suspect was taken into custody.

Ocean & Colorado Ave - Stabbing: Officers responded to a stabbing involving two males who are believed to be homeless. A verbal altercation led to one stabbing the other, who was uncooperative with officers. Video footage showed the two walking together before an argument, during which the suspect stabbed at the victim, who blocked the attack with his forearms. Officers identified and arrested the suspect nearby, who had a folding knife with possible blood on his person. The victim sustained non-life-threatening wounds.

1300 2nd St - Probation Violation: Officers stopped a vehicle for expired registration and discovered the driver had a no-bail warrant for a probation violation out of San Bernardino County. The driver was on probation for possessing a controlled substance while armed.

2100 block of Main St - Strong arm robbery: A known theft suspect was observed grabbing items in a store. When an employee tried to stop him from leaving, the suspect punched the employee multiple times in the face, causing him to fall. The suspect was located several hours later and arrested.

Lot 5 South - Vehicle Burglary Arrest: Officers responded to a vehicle burglary in progress. The reporting party provided a vehicle description and license plate. Although the suspects were initially gone, the vehicle was later located by the drone operator in Lot 5 South, where the occupants were observed burglarizing other vehicles. Officers apprehended and arrested both suspects, believed to be foreign nationals, for burglary, conspiracy, receiving stolen property, and possession of burglary tools.

Criminal Threats/Domestic Violence: A woman came to the police station to surrender firearms due to concerns about her safety related to her husband's alcoholism. Further investigation revealed that her husband had threatened her with a firearm while she was in bed with their infant. Detectives and CIT officers safely apprehended the suspect during a traffic stop.

333 Olympic Dr. (PSF) - Narcotics Possession (PCP): A suspect approached officers in front of the Public Safety Facility, screaming for help and holding a vial of PCP. Officers found additional PCP in the suspect's possession. The suspect was taken into custody.

3100 Block of 4th St. - Burglary (Residential) – Narcotics Possession: A suspect entered a property they had been to before. While being detained, items stolen from the residence were located, and the suspect was also found to be in possession of narcotics. The suspect was taken into custody.

1801 Lincoln Blvd, World Gas Station - Commercial Burglary: An unknown number of suspects broke the front glass door of the store, entered, and stole approximately $10,000 in merchandise and cash.

2425 16th St Soccer Field- Assault W/ A Deadly Weapon (Bodily Force): During a soccer game, two opposing players had a verbal altercation. The suspect punched the victim in the face, causing a laceration and loss of consciousness and memory. A witness reported the suspect then kicked the victim in the head with his cleat before fleeing in an SUV. The victim refused medical treatment.

700 block of Santa Monica Blvd - Traffic Stop / Firearm Arrest / Burglary Tools: Officers stopped a vehicle and found the driver was on parole for attempted murder. A search of the vehicle revealed a loaded firearm, ski masks, and burglary tools. The suspects were possibly linked to multiple attempted burglaries at a Commercial Bank of California. Similar clothing worn during those incidents was found in the vehicle. Both suspects were arrested.

Neilson Way & Ocean Park Blvd - Hit & Run Felony (Vehicle vs Ped): A vehicle traveling north on Neilson Way struck a pedestrian. The vehicle fled the scene. The pedestrian sustained a possible broken leg.

1540 2nd St McDonalds - Pepper Spray Incident: Officers responded to a fight in progress at a McDonald's. A security guard had deployed a large canister of bear spray inside the restaurant. The spray was taken as evidence.

PSF - No Bail Warrant / Structure Rescue: A subject at the Public Safety Facility called dispatch wanting to be placed on a 5150 hold. Officers found him scaling the outside of the stairwell. Due to his paranoia and drug impairment, SMFD was called to safely bring him down. The subject was arrested on an outstanding warrant.

Lincoln Blvd. and Brooks Ave. - Firearm Possession (Felon): A vehicle was seen speeding and a traffic stop was initiated. The suspect did not yield for several blocks. Investigation revealed the suspect was a previously convicted felon, and a loaded firearm was found in the vehicle. The suspect was taken into custody.

Bike path under the pier - 484 (Petty Theft Assist): HSOs assisted LA County Lifeguards and a victim whose backpack was taken by a homeless individual who refused to return it. The backpack was retrieved without incident, and the subject left the area. The victim did not desire prosecution.

On Saturday, April 19, 2025, at approximately 2:26 AM, Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) officers responded to a radio call regarding a reported stabbing in the 1700 block of Ocean Front Walk. One suspect has been arrested in connection with the incident.

Officers arrived on scene within two minutes and discovered two individuals who had been stabbed. The first victim, an adult male, sustained multiple stab wounds to the upper torso. SMPD personnel provided initial medical aid to the victim. Upon their arrival, Santa Monica Fire Department (SMFD) paramedics continued medical treatment and then transported the individual to a local area hospital. At the time of this release, the victim was in critical, but stable condition.

The second victim, an adult female, was also discovered to have sustained stab wounds. She was also transported to the hospital for treatment and released.

Witnesses reported that suspects fled the scene on foot, traveling southbound after the stabbing.

A preliminary investigation revealed the following suspect descriptions:

Suspect 1: Male, Hispanic, thin build, wearing a grey sweater and a blue bandana or face mask. Suspect 2: Male, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and light-colored pants. Suspect #2, 20-year-old Ivan Angel Plancarte from San Gabriel, CA was taken into custody on Monday, April 21, 2025 and charged with attempted murder (664/187 PC).



Suspect #1 remains outstanding.

The investigation into this incident is ongoing. Anyone with information related to this crime is encouraged to contact the Det. Zamfirov (Peter.Zamfirov@santamonica.gov) at (310)458-8398, Det. Sgt. Lozano (Alfonso.Lozano@santamonica.gov) at (310)458-8774, or the Watch Commander 24 hours a day at (310) 458-8427.

Conditions on PCH have become increasingly dangerous over the years, with dozens of pedestrian, cyclist, and motorist fatalities and injuries, culminating in the deaths of four Pepperdine students struck by a speeding motorist as they stood along PCH on October 17, 2023. As a result of this horrific incident, Senate Bill (SB) 1297 was created and signed by the Governor on September 27, 2024. SB 1297 authorizes the installation of five speed camera systems along the 21-mile stretch of PCH within Malibu.

Speed cameras detect speeding vehicles using radar or laser technology to measure speed. When a vehicle is detected exceeding the speed limit, the camera takes a picture or video of the vehicle, capturing its license plate, date, time, and location. This information is then checked to confirm the violation, and local authorities decide whether to give a warning or a speeding ticket to the vehicle's registered owner.

The legislation requires the City to adopt a Speed Safety System Use Policy and approve an Impact Report before purchasing or leasing equipment. Once the System is in place, warning citations will be issued for the first 60 days of operation. After that, civil penalties shall be assessed to non-emergency vehicles as follows:

$50 for driving at a speed of 11 to 15 miles per hour over the posted speed limit.

$100 for driving at a speed of 16 to 25 miles per hour over the posted speed limit.

$200 for driving at a speed of 26 miles per hour or more over the posted speed limit.

$500 for driving at a speed of 100 miles per hour or more.

For more news, updates and traffic conditions on PCH and other local beachside roads, Click Here.

Sunday afternnon, Santa Monica Police officers check the identities of 2 guys that are hanging out in a tent on the beach, one of which has a small dog. After identifying the dog owner, he is arrested and placed in the police truck.

And after fingerprinting the second guy, they find out he lied about his name, date of birth, and failed to tell them he is a registered sex offender. And he has 2 warrants for his arrest.

His name is Steven Micheal Hurley from North Dakota.

Hurley, according to the Nevada Sex Offender Registry, is a tier 3 sex offender who was arrested in 2007 in Trenton, North Dakota for gross sexual imposition.

A tier 3 offender is the most serious category and are considered the most high-risk for reoffending.

Animal control is caled to come take possession of the dog, as a bystander who saw what happened is offering to foster the dog.

LAFD respond to a downed powerline fire at a home in Malibu on May 17th 2025 and discover a body. Authorities said someone was trimming trees when a branch knocked down a live powerline. The victim was electrocuted. The case remains under investigation.