Welcome to Topanga, California, a charming small town that’s perfect for weekend getaways and a breath of fresh mountain air.

For the nature lover, Topanga is nothing short of paradise. The area boasts over 36 miles of hiking trails, ranging from easy ...

The ocean waters from Malibu to Santa Monica remain off-limits due to the recent rains and fire debris carried to the coast.

Cassia announced it will close its doors on Saturday, Feb. 22, citing the "rising costs of operating a large-scale restaurant ...

A day of mixed messages and inaccurate headlines has left locals adrift in a sea of confusion over local beach access following this months wildfires. Santa Monica beaches are open, both sand and ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Rent an e-bike at one of the shops on the Santa Monica Pier and spend the afternoon riding 3 miles (one way) along the Marvin Braude Bike Trail to Venice Beach. Stop for ...

Santa Monica's beautiful beach may look inviting, but even the L.A. County Department of Public Health will tell you to think ...

In only the second full City Council meeting of 2025, the slow-simmering subject of the future of Santa Monica Airport once again drew massive amounts of attention. The Council was not voting on a def ...

Santa Monica is a very walkable part of town, and many recent travelers suggest you explore the area by bicycle (a few of the best California tours offer guided cycling trips along the beach).

Much-needed rain helped firefighters make gains on several blazes in Southern California on Monday ... Altadena, Los Angeles, Santa Clarita, Santa Monica and Woodland Hills are among the areas ...