Twins & Violins - Santa Monica Street Performers

Jennifer Train, a now well known Venice Beach homeless woman, is seen on the ground screaming for an ambulance. She states she was hit by a guy she knows. He allegedly threw a glass bottle at her back, hitting the area where she had spinal work done.

EVACUATION WARNING for possible debris flows in effect from 6pm Thursday- 11am Sunday. Prepare for possible evacuations in the Palisades Fire area due to a storm with heavy rain. High risk houses in the warning area will be visited by LAPD with protective info.

A deceased whale drew public attention on the sand in Santa Monica on Monday, November 10, 2025, after the animal washed ashore and was later moved farther up the beach by city crews.

The carcass — estimated at roughly 20 feet in length — showed clear signs of advanced decomposition. According to observers at the scene, the whale appeared to have been dead for some time before surf and tide carried it in.

Multiple Southern California agencies collaborated on site to examine the animal and prepare it for transport. Officials said the effort involved California Wildlife Center, Marine Mammal Care Center Los Angeles, Pacific Marine Mammal Center, and Santa Monica agencies including Beaches and Harbors, maintenance crews, police, fire, and lifeguards.

Santa Monica Pier pays tribute to the cultural tradition of Día de los Muertos – Day of the Dead

A work truck carrying porta potties was stolen from the Travis Barker "Run Travis Run" 5K event on Ocean Ave. It sped south on Ocean from Arizona Ave till it hit a car at the corner of Moomat Ahiko Way. Ot then plowed the car out of it's way, turning into the crowded crosswalk. One lady jumped off her bike and the truck ran over it, dragging it underneath as it drove down the ramp to Pacific Coast Highway.

The truck crashed again in near Big Rock on PCH in Malibu. Highway Patrol and Sheriiff reponded to that crash, The suspect fled on foot, running into the ocean where he was taken into custody. Reports said he appeared to be naked.

Community Soil Testing Day! Residents can bring soil samples to be tested, and volunteers are welcome to help make the event a success. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about soil health, contribute to local environmental research, and connect with your community.

📅 Date & Time: Sunday, November 16th, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Free soil health event with expert guidance, easy sample collection, plus refreshments, music & activities. Fires

can impact the soil in our communities — but testing it is simple, free, and helps keep our families and neighbors safe.

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Looking through the July 3, 1980 edition of the Evening Outlook (United Western Newspapers) special for the 75th Anniversary of VENICE of AMERICA. Hit pause to stop the video to read the text

The "Evening Outlook" was the historic daily newspaper of Santa Monica that ceased publication in 1998.

PAUSE to stop the video to read the text.

The Santa Monica Police Department has made an arrest in connection with the fatal hit-and-run collision that occurred on Friday, October 24, 2025, in the 1300 block of Wilshire Boulevard, which resulted in the deaths of two pedestrians and serious injuries to two others.

Following the collision, the Major Accident Response Team (MART) assumed the lead on the investigation. Given the seriousness of the incident and the suspect’s efforts to evade arrest, detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division (CID) were brought in to assist.

Through extensive investigative work, detectives identified Alex Kristopher Earl Kirksey, born May 22, 1987, as the responsible driver. He has been charged by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office with vehicular manslaughter (192(c)(1) PC), felony hit-and-run resulting in injury (20001(b)(2) VC), and reckless driving (23103(a) VC). Evidence revealed that the involved vehicle had been rented through an online platform and that Kirksey took deliberate steps to avoid detection after the crash, including leaving the state in the days that followed.

The investigation also revealed that the person who rented the vehicle traveled to the scene after the collision, sought information about what occurred, and later assisted the suspect in leaving the state. The extent of that individual’s involvement remains under investigation and will be evaluated by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.

These findings supported the issuance of search warrants, during which detectives recovered additional evidence — including contact information and electronic records — that helped determine Kirksey’s location.

Working with law enforcement partners in the Midwest, SMPD detectives tracked Kirksey to Chicago, Illinois. With the assistance of the Chicago Police Department, he was taken into custody at or near a transit center as he appeared to be attempting to flee further. Kirksey has since been extradited from Illinois and is currently in the custody of the Santa Monica Police Department.

“This arrest reflects the persistence and professionalism of our investigators, who worked tirelessly to identify and locate those responsible for this senseless act,” said Interim Chief Darrick Jacob. “While nothing can undo the pain this tragedy caused, this marks an important step toward justice for the victims and their families.”

The Santa Monica Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the families of the victims and all those affected by this tragedy.

“We are united with law enforcement in seeking justice for Maura Cohen and Brad Lipshy, who were 61 years old when they were tragically killed simply exiting a restaurant, and the two other victims who suffered critical injuries,” said Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan J. Hochman. “I’m thankful to the Santa Monica Police Department for their thorough work on this ongoing investigation and our prosecutors who worked around the clock with investigators to ensure the defendant would be arrested and face his day in court. We have a message for criminals: You will not escape the law. Our office will continue to advocate for the victims as the case progresses through the criminal justice system.”

Anyone with additional information related to this case is urged to contact Traffic Investigator Lantz Lewis at (310) 458-2201 ext. 5311