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Santa Monica Beach Among 25 Best In The Country: Ranking
Santa Monica Beach was one of four California beaches to make Travel + Leisure's 25 Best Beaches in the USA ranking.
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After starting his journalism career in his home state of Massachusetts, he went west and fell in love with the sunshine, mountains and amazing people of the Golden State. He’s covered city government in San Diego and Pasadena and more recently reported on Hollywood and independent film.
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Santa Monica Beach was one of four California beaches to make Travel + Leisure's 25 Best Beaches in the USA ranking.
The middle school was on lockdown Friday afternoon after a student reported seeing a person with a gun on campus, according to ABC 7.
The cult-favorite Southern chicken-and-biscuits chain is heading to In-N-Out territory — we know quality regional fast food when we see it.
"We feel abandoned by the authorities," one Kitson employee told Fox 11. "We've been compelled to take matters into our own hands."
Travel + Leisure scoured the nation for the most stunning beaches, including oceanside strands and one freshwater lake beach.
Wetzel's Pretzels is giving away free, fresh-baked pretzels as part of National Pretzel Day. Here's how to get yours.
A fire broke out in a home in Hollywood Thursday morning, according to the LAFD.
VIN etching can help deter catalytic converter theft and assist law enforcement in prosecution, police said.
Described as a Mexico City-inspired taqueria, Guac Daddy features a range of mesquite-grilled meats and vegetarian options.
Four suspects fled after a rush-hour stabbing at one of the busiest intersections in Culver City Tuesday, according to a report.
Stocked with Bud Light, meats and a sword, it turns out one man's attempt at a beachside barbecue on wheels ran afoul of the law.
The landmark restaurant is getting a new name and location, but its signature signs will be coming along for the move.
After two months of lane closures on PCH in Malibu, the highway has fully reopened.
Several Hollywood high schools rank among the best public high schools in the country, according to U.S. News and World Report.
Beverly Hills High School ranks among the best public high schools in the country, according to U.S. News and World Report.
Palisades Charter High School ranks among the best public high schools in the country, according to U.S. News and World Report.
Culver City High School ranks among the best public high schools in the country, according to U.S. News and World Report.
Santa Monica High School ranks among the best public high schools in the country, according to U.S. News and World Report.
Malibu High School stood out among California schools for its students' college readiness.
You can submit your ideas for the theme of the Palisades July 4th celebration until May 4.