Kevin Costner’s western ‘Horizon’ faces more claims of unpaid fees
In the midst of attempting to complete filming on his western anthology ”Horizon: An American Saga,” Kevin Costner is facing another legal dispute over the production. On Monday, Western Costume…
Santa Monica City Hall Resignations Mark Turbulent August
August Beach Club Mediation — The City Council voted to mediate with Silas White’s family regarding Ebony Beach Club. The city seized the property via eminent domain in the 1950s,…
Hiltzik: Blondie, Dagwood and Nancy Drew go public
Here’s a quick quiz about some cultural icons on the verge of experiencing a kind of rebirth: 1. What was the original storyline of the Dagwood and Blondie comics?2. What…
Neiman Marcus parent sells its Beverly Hills property
The Beverly Hills flagship store of luxury retailer Neiman Marcus has been sold to a New York investor as the owners of the department store chain sell property to pay…
Santa Monica Airport Welcomes JSX Flights in September 2024
September Automated Bus Lane Enforcement Launched — Santa Monica launched automated enforcement for bus lanes and stops. Following a 60-day warning period, cameras on Big Blue Buses captured vehicles blocking…
Mickey Rourke faces eviction from L.A. home over $60K in unpaid rent
Actor Mickey Rourke faces eviction from his Los Angeles home after failing to pay rent. Rourke, whose birth name is Philip Andre Rourke Jr., received a three-day notice to pay…
Three hikers found dead on Mt. Baldy. Harsh weather blocks recovery
Three people died on Mt. Baldy and powerful Santa Ana winds have prevented helicopters from recovering their bodies, authorities said Tuesday. On Monday at around 11:30 a.m., search and rescue…
41 young men die in South Africa from circumcision procedures during initiation ceremonies
JOHANNESBURG — At least 41 young men have died as a result of circumcision procedures as part of traditional initiation activities in South Africa in November and December, authorities said…
Controversial developer defaults on Promenade loans
Leo Pustilnikov, a developer who has clashed repeatedly with Santa Monica city officials over downtown governance and housing projects, has defaulted on a $37.5 million loan connected to retail property…
The Hotel Cafe is closing in 2026. Inside its relocation plans
When musician Cary Brothers found out that the Hotel Cafe was shutting down, he felt like he’d been told his parents were selling his childhood home. The beloved music venue,…