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On February 11, 2026, at approximately 9:49 p.m., Santa Monica Police Department officers received a report of a street robbery that had just occurred near 2nd Streetand California Avenue.
According to preliminary information, multiple suspects armed with a knife took personal property from the victims before fleeing in a dark-colored vehicle.
Using SMART Center resources, officers located the vehicle traveling eastbound on the I-10 Freeway and transitioning to the southbound I-405. When officers attempted a traffic stop, the vehicle failed to yield and a pursuit was initiated.
The pursuit continued through multiple jurisdictions before the vehicle was located in the City of Inglewood with assistance from the Los Angeles Police Department Air Unit.
The suspects fled on foot, and five individuals were ultimately taken into custody with assistance from the Inglewood Police Department and LAPD Air Support.
There are no outstanding suspects related to this incident.
This remains an active investigation.
On February 7, 2026, at approximately 7:15 a.m., Santa Monica Police Department officers responded to a residential complex in the 1900 block of Ocean Avenue to conduct a welfare check. The request was made by a family member who had been unable to contact the occupants for several days.
Officers made entry into the unit with the assistance of building management after receiving no response and discovered two deceased individuals, one male and one female, both 54 years old. Both individuals were found with apparent gunshot wounds, and a firearm was located inside the residence. The individuals were in an advanced state of decomposition.
Based on the preliminary investigation, detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division are treating this incident as a suspected murder-suicide. Investigators have determined the individuals were known to one another, and there are no outstanding suspects. This appears to be an isolated incident.
There is no known ongoing threat to the public.
The identities of the deceased are being withheld pending official identification and notification of next of kin by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Detective Esteban Hernandez of the Santa Monica Police Department at esteban.hernandez@santamonica.gov or the Watch Commander 24 hours a day at 310-458-8427.
The Santa Monica City Council Tuesday approved the addition of a second unit to the Fire Department’s new Advanced Provider Unit Program, following the successful launch of the first unit in November 2025.
The Advanced Provider Unit, or APU, is a specialized Mobile Integrated Health resource designed to address complex medical and behavioral health calls and frequent 911 users in a way that supports both community well-being and system resiliency.
The APU initiative is part of the city’s two-year strategic Realignment Plan, building organizational capacity and delivering smarter, more coordinated public safety service.
“This is what modern public safety looks like,” Mayor Caroline Torosis said. “We’re meeting people where they are, delivering advanced care in the field, reducing strain on our ERs, and keeping ambulances ready for true emergencies. The data from the first three months is clear. It works. Expanding the APU means better outcomes for vulnerable residents and a more resilient system for everyone.”
Staffed by a firefighter-paramedic and a nurse practitioner, the APU combines advanced clinical capability with full integration into Fire Department operations and medical oversight. With this staffing model, the APU team can conduct advanced clinical assessments in the field, provide treatment in place when appropriate, coordinate follow-up care and service connections, and reduce unnecessary emergency department transports.
And by addressing calls that do not require a traditional emergency response, the APU reduces strain on frontline units and allows police officers, fire engines, and ambulances to remain available for truly time-critical incidents.
In just its first three months of operation, the city’s initial APU:
Responded to over 130 calls for service Provided Advanced Level of Care to over 60 patients, including advanced diagnostics, behavioral health screenings, and in home safety assessments
Successfully treated in place and discharged over 20 patients on scene, avoiding unnecessary hospital visits
Avoided the use of ambulances over 50 times, keeping units available for the next emergency
Successfully helped place two elderly, high-utilizer patients into long term care to better meet their complex medical needs.
Building on early success metrics, the APU expansion will facilitate a number of positive outcomes for the community, including:
Increased coverage during peak demand periods
Deployment seven days per week, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Improved response options for complex medical and behavioral health calls
Further reduced avoidable ambulance transports and emergency department utilization
Enhanced overall system resiliency across Fire, Police, and EMS operations
This weekend, at the iconic Venice Beach basketball courts where the energy of street basketball meets the heartbeat of Los Angeles culture – AT&T will debut AT&T Dunk District, a dynamic pop-up destination designed to bring fans closer to the game through creativity, connectivity and community
Dunk Bus: An activation-on-wheels featuring motorized hoops, NBA 2K gaming stations, and a digital postcard wall so visitors of all ages can capture their slam dunk moment and contribute to a collective fan story
ShaiT&T: A fashion-forward experience spotlighting Shai-Gilgeous Alexander and merchandise from local artists, including totes, phone cases, t-shirts, and skate decks. Limited edition tees designed by the brother of the 2025 NBA MVP, Thomasi Gilgeous-Alexander will also be available with the exclusive Shai x Masi t-shirt offered to AT&T customers.
Phone Case Customization Station: Fans can design personalized phone cases on-site – turning their devices into expressions of fandom and creativity.
Free Play Basketball Court: Open play and curated programming will welcome local students and athletes, reinforcing AT&T’s commitment to community engagement and the next generation of basketball fans.
XSET’s Hoops & Streams – Streaming stars Clix, Jesser, and Kris London will team up with NBA legends Chris Paul, Baron Davis, and Jason Terry for an XSET-produced IRL livestream experience featuring a 2v2 basketball competition at the AT&T Dunk District and an NBA 2K competition on the Dunk Bus.
Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.
As part of the Pier Bridge Replacement Project, construction crews will temporarily close the Moomat Ahiko Way off-ramp from southbound Pacific Coast Highway from Feb. 9 through Feb. 27 to construct the foundation for a temporary pedestrian bridge ahead of the pier bridge reconstruction.
The pedestrian bridge will ensure continued access to the Santa Monica Pier throughout the project.
Motorists traveling to the area are advised to allow for extra travel time and use alternate routes during the two-week off-ramp closure period. A map of suggested detours is available here.
Pier restaurants, shops and entertainment, as well as parking and visitor access will remain open and accessible throughout the Pier Bridge Replacement construction period, ensuring residents and visitors can continue to enjoy the Pier with minimal disruption.
The new temporary library is now open Tuesdays-Saturdays from 1-5pm in the parking lot at 861 Alma Real Drive, where you can explore the new space, browse the new collection, and see familiar faces from the library community.
Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.
SANTA MONICA BLOCK FEST VOL III [FREE MUSIC FESTIVAL] ALL THREE BLOCKS BABY | THIRD STREET PROMENADE
ALL THREE BLOCKS BABY | THIRD STREET PROMENADE
Sat, Feb 14 at 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM
III Stages. III Blocks. III Collectives. Our love letter to Santa Monica.
Santa Monica Block Fest returns for its biggest edition yet, transforming the Promenade into a FREE Music Festival across all III Blocks this Saturday Feb 14.
[1400 BLOCK: YAPPY STUDIOS STAGE | 5PM - 12AM]
LOCATION: Between Santa Monica Blvd & Broadway
LINEUP: Pedroz | BOMBAYS B2B Juush | Monción | CONRXD
HOUSE | TECH HOUSE | MINIMAL BASS HOUSE
[1300 BLOCK: PRODUCT PLUTO STAGE | 5PM - 12AM]
LOCATION: Between Arizona Ave & Santa Monica Blvd
LINEUP: Mungo Sound Machine | Max Coletto | David Strand | Ross
LIVE VINYL | HOUSE | GROOVE HOUSE
[1200 BLOCK: BEAT REPEAT STAGE | 8PM - 12AM]
LOCATION: Between Wilshire Blvd & Arizona Ave
LINEUP: Casmalia | Westside V | CJØY
HOUSE | TECH HOUSE | GROOVE HOUSE
EVENT FEATURES:
Free Entry
Three Custom Stages with Full Production
21+ Pop-up Bars
Open Container Policy throughout the EZSM zone
Stacked DJ Lineup Across All Three Blocks
VIP Private Lounges
Local Vendors
All Ages Welcome
Find out about more upcoming local events, Click Here for the Event Calendar.
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