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

Why it matters: The ocean around all Los Angeles County beaches could have higher bacteria levels thanks to the recent rain, ...

The water closure, ordered by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health, affects beaches stretching from Las Flores State Beach in Malibu to Santa Monica State Beach. “Fire debris ...

After the 2018 Woolsey Fire, scientists found elevated levels of fecal bacteria on the ... covering Surfrider Beach to Las Flores State Beach, as well as Santa Monica State Beach to Dockweiler ...

Police are investigating the death of a woman experiencing homelessness as a possible homicide after her injured body was ...

City beach maintenance personnel found the woman unresponsive near lifeguard tower 1550, just north of the Santa Monica Pier around 7 a.m.

Due to current rainfall, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health advises beach users to avoid all water contact, ...

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