Some Southern California beaches have lifted fire-debris and sewage-related closures and advisories, while the arrival of a ...

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).

The ocean waters from Malibu to Santa Monica remain off-limits due to ... Get top local stories in Southern California delivered to you every morning. Sign up for NBC LA's News Headlines newsletter.

Mike Yardley describes his adventures in California's Santa Monica - with visits to the iconic Santa Monica Pier, Venice ...

Several miles of coastline spanning from Malibu to Santa Monica have been closed indefinitely due to the risk of toxic materials and pollutants from wildfires that burned in the area in recent months.

Singers and scribes have waxed poetic for decades about the best beaches in California—here, find our favorites.

After weeks of windy and dry weather, rain has fallen in parched Southern California and ... The Sunday rain brought lightning to the Santa Monica beach and prompted officials to clear the area ...

As heavy rain from a large storm subsided, officials in Southern California said rock and mudslides remain a threat.

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