Napa Valley, CA|News|
The Best Places To Eat In CA: 2025's Ultimate List
From Michelin stars to James Beard finalists and a long list of top-restaurant lists, dozens of California eateries were honored in 2025.
Angela Woodall, Patch Staff
Santa Monica Local News
72,972 visits in the last 30 days
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Santa Monica|News|
Santa Monica Promotes First Female Captain In Department’s 136-Year History
Aurora Paaluhi has been with the department since 2015.
Daniella Segura, Patch Staff
Across America, US|Sponsored|
5 Companies That Send People Money When They’re Asked Nicely
When you log into your bank account, how do your savings look? Probably not as good as you’d like. Ask one of these companies to help…
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Santa Monica|News|
Santa Monica Appoints First Internal Chief In Over 40 Years
Darrick Jacob has been with the department since 2004, officials say.
Daniella Segura, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
CA's Best Hospitals For 2025: See Full List
These include overall hospital rankings, plus specialty lists such as children's hospitals and maternity care.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
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Across California, CA|News|
25 Incredible Reader Images From 2025: California In Photos
From fiery ocean sunsets to bobcats to egrets to vineyards to the Golden Gate Bridge, here are some incredible images you shared with us.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
Santa Monica|News|
Nick Reiner's Time In Santa Monica Hotel Before His Arrest Under Scrutiny: Report
An exact timeline of what Nick Reiner did in the hours before and after the slayings remains the focus of the ongoing investigation.
Daniella Segura, Patch Staff
Santa Monica|News|
Santa Monica Awarded Nearly $50 Million For Affordable Housing, Transit
The city called the grant “a major milestone in the city’s commitment to advancing affordable housing and climate-friendly transportation."
Daniella Segura, Patch Staff
Santa Monica|Neighbor News|
Einstein of the pitch
Lighthouse found its form and snuffed Gorman Learning Center Wednesday 6-2 at soccer.
Santa Monica|News|
New Public Parking Rates Are Coming To Santa Monica: What To Know
The city plans to implement the new rates starting Jan. 12, officials say.
Daniella Segura, Patch Staff
