Santa Monica officials say they are “very close” to reaching an agreement to host beach volleyball during the 2028 Summer Olympics, even though it might…
New York City has the Empire State Building, Hollywood has cutout letters strung across a hillside, and Santa Monica has its pier: a single, focus-pulling…
An unhoused woman who was arrested last week after allegedly shooting a music producer in Santa Monica has been charged with murder. Prosecutors said 27-year-old…
Bravo’s “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” will be one housewife short next season. Newcomer Monica Garcia will not reunite with her “Real Housewives” co-stars…
After years of buzzy pop-ups, the “Friends” hangout, the Central Perk coffee shop, will open its first permanent real-life location in Boston this week. Its…
As President Biden leans into pitching voters on economic progress made under his watch ahead of the 2024 election, Vice President Kamala Harris is on…
Grammy-winning singer Monica confirmed Tuesday that she halted her show in Detroit over the weekend after seeing a man strike a woman in the audience.…
FIRST Take guest analyst Monica McNutt stuns in her latest social media post. The ESPN host, 33, brought joy to her fans with her latest outfit selection,…
Santa Monica ‘very close’ to agreeing to host beach volleyball during 2028 Olympics
Santa Monica officials say they are “very close” to reaching an agreement to host beach volleyball during the 2028 Summer Olympics, even though it might…
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In battle of promising QBs, Laguna Beach beats Santa Monica
In California, the state where quarterbacks are groomed to be great from a young age, a trip to Santa Monica High on Friday night was…
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Santa Monica guide: The best things to do, see and eat
New York City has the Empire State Building, Hollywood has cutout letters strung across a hillside, and Santa Monica has its pier: a single, focus-pulling…
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Ariana Grande explains voice change during viral interview
Glinda the Good Witch has seemingly appeared out of thin air in a new Ariana Grande interview. Grande, who plays the sparkling sorceress in the…
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Bruce’s Beach. Santa Monica. Chavez Ravine. Why return stolen land?
With polls continuing to show the public’s deep dislike of reparations, it’s easy to forget that it was only three years ago that elected officials…
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Opinion: Apocalypse now, but not in Santa Monica
In December, an atheistic, pro-choice, anti-gun, environmental activist — a.k.a. a resident of Santa Monica — asked me, “So how do you plan to ring…
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Unhoused woman charged in music producer’s death in Santa Monica
An unhoused woman who was arrested last week after allegedly shooting a music producer in Santa Monica has been charged with murder. Prosecutors said 27-year-old…
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Monica ‘Von Tease’ Garcia not returning for Season 5 of ‘RHOSLC’
Bravo’s “Real Housewives of Salt Lake City” will be one housewife short next season. Newcomer Monica Garcia will not reunite with her “Real Housewives” co-stars…
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Eagle-eyed Friends fans spot subtle hint Monica and Chandler would always end up together
Monica and Chandler's one night stand shocked viewers during the season four Friends finale - but fans of the acclaimed show have found a subtle…
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Trace Lysette hopes ‘Monica’ opens doors for the marginalized
After more than a decade as a working actor, Trace Lysette has had her share of projects she was attached to that simply never saw…
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It’s a banner year for LGBTQ+ roles
There has been a wealth of fine screen portrayals of LGBTQ+ characters this year, with more than a few that are likely to land an…
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‘Friends’ coffee shop Central Perk will honor Matthew Perry
After years of buzzy pop-ups, the “Friends” hangout, the Central Perk coffee shop, will open its first permanent real-life location in Boston this week. Its…
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Opinion: Censorship rears its ugly head at Santa Monica College, over a play about slavery
Happy Banned Theater Week! How (sadly) appropriate that this annual celebration of taboo plays has been taking place (it ends today) in the wake of…
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Daniel Clowes on how his ‘mangum opus’ ‘Monica’ came together
On the Shelf Monica By Daniel ClowesFantagraphics: 106 pages, $30 If you buy books linked on our site, The Times may earn a commission from…
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Kamala Harris touts ‘Bidenomics’ at Santa Monica restaurant
As President Biden leans into pitching voters on economic progress made under his watch ahead of the 2024 election, Vice President Kamala Harris is on…
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Santa Monica High football team creates buzz with 3-0 start
Santa Monica is a tourist town known for its pier, beaches, Third Street Promenade mall, bike paths, parks and the stand with hot dogs on…
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Monica confirms she protected a woman from being hit at show
Grammy-winning singer Monica confirmed Tuesday that she halted her show in Detroit over the weekend after seeing a man strike a woman in the audience.…
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Monica McNutt wows in ‘citrus’ on-air outfit as First Take fans gasp ‘I couldn’t keep my eyes off you’
FIRST Take guest analyst Monica McNutt stuns in her latest social media post. The ESPN host, 33, brought joy to her fans with her latest outfit selection,…
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‘Monica’ review: Trace Lysette shines
Toward the end of “Monica,” the titular character’s brother looks over to her and mentions he still doesn’t know much about her life. The audience…
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Santa Monica Pier’s Sea Dragon ride retires after nearly 27 years
For nearly 27 years, the green Sea Dragon ride swung back and forth on the Santa Monica Pier, but on Thursday, the 6,000-pound two-headed metal…
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