Rare trees face danger from destructive wildfire in Santa Rosa Island
A large wildfire on California’s remote Santa Rosa Island is endangering some of the world’s rarest plant species, particularly a unique type of Torrey pine that only exists in two locations globally. As of Thursday afternoon, the Santa Rosa Island Fire has consumed 17,554 acres and is 44% under control. The blaze ignited on May […]
Metro bus strikes pedestrian close to Santa Monica Pier
An unfortunate incident involving a Metro bus near the Santa Monica Pier on Friday afternoon resulted in the death of one pedestrian. Emergency services quickly arrived at the location, leading to the closure of one of the city’s busiest intersections. The tragic event occurred around 2 p.m. at the intersection of Main Street and Ocean […]
Costco in Santa Clarita intends to tear down and remodel its gas station
Costco Gas Station Expansion in Santa Clarita Costco’s chaotic gas lines might soon see some relief at a specific location. The retailer is moving forward to expand its gas station in Santa Clarita following approval from city officials for a significant upgrade. The project, approved on March 24, involves tearing down a vacant building located […]
Santa Clara County files a lawsuit against Meta for ‘actively’ deceiving Californians
Meta Faces Lawsuit Over Fraudulent Ads Santa Clara County has filed a lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of Facebook, alleging that the tech giant has “knowingly” enabled and profited from billions of fraudulent advertisements. The county uncovered internal documents showing that Meta generated $7 billion by displaying deceptive ads to users on its platforms, […]
California intensifies its battle against Big Oil as the dispute over an essential Santa Barbara pipeline moves to federal court
California’s Legal Action Against Sable Offshore California has taken a significant step by filing a petition in federal court aimed at halting Sable Offshore from extracting oil along the Santa Barbara coastline. This action marks a notable move by state Attorney General Rob Bonta, who submitted the complaint on Friday and publicly addressed it on […]
Santa performer in Florida charged with attempting to solicit a minor for sex
Polk County Man Arrested for Attempting to Meet Minors A man from Polk County, Florida, who is known for playing Santa Claus, has been arrested. He’s accused of trying to meet underage girls for sex. Thomas Allen Hicks, 68, is one of 19 individuals taken into custody during an operation targeting adults seeking to engage […]
Husband posing as Santa caught in Florida child predator operation
A Santa on the Naughty List A man who impersonated Santa Claus and claimed to have hosted “thousands of children” has been arrested in a child sex sting operation. Thomas Allen Hicks, 68, a seasoned Santa and preacher, allegedly responded to an online advertisement from an undercover officer posing as a parent willing to engage […]
Santa Barbara Island has been off-limits for more than ten years — here’s why it’s not accessible.
A small island off Southern California boasts “million dollar” views, but it’s practically inaccessible to most. Santa Barbara Island, part of Channel Islands National Park, sits about 38 miles offshore. It’s the smallest island in the park, measuring just 1 square mile. While it’s officially open to the public, reaching it these days is a […]
The Win~Dow is introducing $4.50 smashburgers to Santa Monica in May.
The Win~Dow Burger Stand Expands to Santa Monica A beloved burger spot from Venice is set to make its mark in Santa Monica this May with its popular, budget-friendly cheeseburgers. The Win~Dow, famous for its $4.50 cheeseburgers, began as a small walk-up window in Venice in 2019 and has quickly gained a dedicated fan base. […]
Santa Monica adopts legal open-container drinking to revitalize the Promenade
There’s some positive news for the Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, which has faced several closures lately. Mayor Caroline Trosis shared with the California Post that the entertainment zone initiative launched in the summer of 2025 has been successful, particularly with its allowance for outdoor alcohol consumption. “We’re experimenting with what works and what […]