8pm on Thursday Dec. 12. Bunch of helicopters flying around.

What are the regulations about stuff like this? This is the door of a unit on my floor, it’s been like this for at least three days. There’s no door on the unit and the hallway has smelled horrible since they took off the door and started doing this work. I also have small kids, so I am not thrilled about it.

It seems very walkable, close to the beach. Are there crazy homeless people screaming there at night or any safety issues in terms of walking around? What about noise issues? Is it generally quiet? Saw some apartments around there and was wondering what that generally area is like.

Hi,

I have never been to SM. I got an offer from company based in Santa Monica. What do you think is liveable salary for family of 5 in Santa Monica? Which areas we can look in or around Santa Monica to rent. How much does rent cost for 2bed 2 bath? Any information I should know before making my decision. Any other suggestions are welcome.

Ive heard a lot of horror stories about how there is a huge ammount of bike theft in Santa Monica but I also seen that SM is a really bike friendly area with a lot of people commuting with their bikes. I would like to know if pulling the trigger and purchasing a decent ebike will be worth it? I mean in a sense that it will be safe enough to own one and not get stolen.

Is there any advice on how maybe I could make it more stealthy, in a way its not recognized as a expensive bike or what kind of locks to use or how to even prevent bike theft. It would help a lot since I would be commuting to university from uphill and when coming back the motors would help a ton.

also I am open to any bike/ebike recommendations (2000 usd max) preferrably (1000-1500)

appreciate the answers in advance:)

I was walking my dog with my friend and her dog and saw a coyote! It started chasing us and luckily a mini cooper scared it away (thank you to whoever that was)!!!!!!!!

It ran into hotchkiss park so be careful!!!!!

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I'm an artist in Santa Monica that isn't a part of a large community or the Hollywood crowd. I'd really like to put together a public workshop where people can come bring their old clothing and make it into something new. I would provide paint, extra fabric, glue, sewing machine etc for people to use. The clothing might not turn out perfect, but I think it would be a fun way to meet new people who are into crafting. Is this something people would be interested?

Hi! From all sources I can find, Santa Monica air quality is excellent. But I can literally see and smell smoke from the Malibu fire. Does anybody know if the air is actually safe to exercise in? Thank you!

Ok, Reddit. I really need your help. I’ve been in LA for 16 years now. A year ago, I moved to Santa Monica and it’s been a dream! The beach lifestyle really suits me well.

My apartment faces the beach. There is a park and a grass lined sidewalk across the street from me. The view is definitely worth the money! It really puts me at ease being able to walk everywhere and have community.

Within a month of moving in, I soon realized I had a big issue. There was a lady across the street who yelled every single morning starting at 4:45am. She looks directly into my window and “performs” all throughout the day and night. She’s been living there in the park longer than I, because the grass that she sleeps on is all dead.

She chooses to face my building and yell at the top of her lungs for hours straight until everyone wakes up. Then she is asleep by 8:00am for a power nap. Only to wake up a few hours later and do it all again late morning/early afternoon. Then she has another yelling session around sunset. Then packs up and leaves. She puts her backpack on a skateboard and wheels it to the shelter to grab a meal. She always comes back to the same spot under the palm tree to sleep.

This lady has become my alarm clock with the worst alert tone you could possibly think of. It’s impossible to wake up with a smile on my face. Waking up with boiling blood is so draining and I know it’s not healthy. I have called the local SM police department 30 times or so. Each time I call, I have to re-explain everything that is happening from the start. Granted this is at 5:00am and I’m irritated, tired and sick of explaining from the start what the situation is. I have to give ALL the details every single time. (Where she is, what she looks like, my address, etc.) It’s the SAME story every single time.

Police: “Ok, sir. We’ll send a unit out.”

They came the first couple times, which usually just triggers her and she will continue to yell right after the cop leaves. But they don’t send a unit out anymore. They have no power over the situation claiming she’s not breaking any laws. I’ve talked to many cops on the street. Most are aware of her, but they say there’s nothing they can do about it. One time the cops showed up an hour after I called. They called me and actually said “Oh yes, we see the person you are talking about. Looks like she is sleeping and we don’t want to wake her.” LOL., I scoffed. You don’t want to wake her? Ok, let her sleep peacefully then. Don’t worry about little ol’ me.

I am now the crazy one. Or, the little girl who cried wolf. I feel like I’m being gaslit and life is not real anymore. It feels like the Truman show, or a simulation.

I am actually losing it. Lately, I have been up and out of my apartment by 6:00am because I can’t stand it. My blood just boils being in my apartment. I pay $2800 to have this amazing apartment and view only to have it ruined by someone who chooses to terrorize the community on a daily basis. This woman ruins the vibe for a huge radius. She does this right in front of the Santa Monica tourist information booth. The Georgian, Roku sushi, Water Grill and a 16 floor apartment building are her audience. We have free tickets to the best seats in the house - all day, everyday.

It’s just comical in a sense. I’ve heard a handful of people yell out their hotel windows mocking her or telling her to shut the f*ck up. She loves this and definitely doesn’t hesitate to yell louder.

Sadly, she has more friends than I do. People are always stopping by and sitting with her. Homeless and regular people alike.

One time she was taken away in a van by a few guys that looked like a SWAT team. (Security next door let me know). She was gone for a month or so. It was amazing!!! But then she came back. So I called the cops again. I eventually made a little progress and the homeless liaison sent a couple people out there to talk with her. They would hang out with her for half of the day. She was actually quiet for a week or so. But once they left, she was right back to terrorizing.

Don’t bother suggesting curtains, ear plugs, sound machine, podcasts or any quick fix. I have tried and own them all. This lady’s voice permeates my $500 noise cancelling headphones. She sounds like the Tasmanian Devil with a megaphone.

The dialogue is always familiar but a little difference. I hear a lot of “boiiiii” which is such a trigger. There is definitely racial slurs and derogatory remarks. Her words make me nauseous. It’s the most unsettling voice I’ve ever heard in my life.

What can I do? Lord help me. My mind has devised some really awful ideas to encourage her to leave. I hate that my mind has gone to this extreme, but my mental health is on the line. I don’t want to move. This move was a big effort and it would be a shame to let her win this war.

I genuinely believe this is terrorism and is way beyond disturbing the peace. Freedom of speech is one thing, but doing so in a forceful, disturbing and invasive manner should not be allowed by any means.

I’d appreciate any leads on who to talk to. I’m afraid if I address the problem myself, things will not go well.

Dave White is leaving February of next year to go back to Berkeley. He would be the 3rd City Manager to resign in the past 5 years (including Lane).

https://www.santamonica.gov/press/2024/12/10/city-manager-david-white-announces-resignation

…. Wish me luck! An hour ago I almost got fully ran over again using the crosswalk.

To the city officials here: this intersection is an untapped goldmine for tickets.

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I'm a surfer and my manual key fob that fits within my toyota rav4 2019 smart key fell out in the water :(

Does anyone have a relatively affordable place to replace this key part in SM/LA? has this happened to anyone else? I've been quoted $150, which seems like a lot to replace a small key but maybe this is the going rate? Should I replace the part online and then just have the locksmith reshape it? Any advice or locksmith recommendations are much appreciated.

Much love and happy holidays everyone

This Thursday and next Thursday, come join Santa and others. Write a letter to Santa, get your gifts wrapped by a local Girl Scout troop, enjoy cocoa from The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf, browse the holiday market. Dec 12 is pet photos day! 5:00 to 7:00 pm, between Santa Monica and Arizona on the Third Street Promenade.

If anyone has people asking them what they want for the holidays and they don’t want another ITEM in their homes, may I suggest the life-changing magic of delivery fluff and fold services.

For the first year of my son’s life, I used the (single) washer/dryer in my apartment complex’s courtyard. I was going up and down the stairs so much that I actually tore two tendons and sprained a ligament in my feet, to the point that I couldn’t leave my apartment or carry my son.

I asked my landlord if I could pay to have a washer/dryer installed. Or if I could use a portable washer. Both nos.

I tried reducing the trips up and down the stairs by taking my laundry to a local Laundrymat, but the parking was horrific and I was still on my feet for 2 hours. I tried using that company’s drop-off/pick-up service ($2.25/lb.) but again, could not find parking to drop it off/pick it up. (Also, I had 2 feet in braces and a toddler.) They told me I could call them and they would come out and grab my clothes from my car on drop-off and bring them out on pick-up, but only some employees were willing to help in that way, so that aspect was unreliable. They suggested I use their pick-up/delivery service instead, but that was $3.00/lb. (which adds up!) and I didn’t love the idea of paying more because they couldn’t help me out they way they said they could. (But I also get it, they are very busy there.)

Eventually, I found a company called Popwash that does fluff and fold with pickup and delivery for only $1.95/lb. This I can do.

Their website has a super easy interface and they usually pick up that day, depending on when you place your order. 24 hour turn-around.

I don’t think they sell gift certificates, but when my parents recently asked me what I wanted for the holidays, a lightbulb went off. I told them I’d don’t want anyTHING, but I’d be psyched to have some cash to put towards this service.

I have absolutely no affiliation with this company. I don’t even know who owns it. They have just made my life substantially better, for a reasonable price. So I want other people to know about it, too.

Hi happy Sunday to you all ! Am interested in buying a used Mercedes e class 2010, but I want to ran 1st a pre inspection with a mechanic that can give me valuable insight about it. I dont know any garage here yet, but if you do or if you were in a similar situation like me, your recommendation and advice will be much appreciated. I can give car details that can help.

Can anyone recommend a black car service? I need to find one to pick up my parents from LAX on Tuesday evening. Thanks in advance!

Hi all!

I'm 28F and recently moved to the Santa Monica area.
Like many of you it seems, have struggled to connect with others/make new friends. (Especially others who enjoy doing more than drinking, hiking, running, going to the gym... which are not exactly my idea of "fun.")

After reading several posts in this group expressing a similar dilemma, I decided to just go ahead and form something myself!

My idea of a fun weekend includes dinner out at a new/trendy restaurant (I also have a food/travel blog), hosting dinner parties, hanging out or playing board games at a coffee shop, going out for a cocktail, etc...

I'd love to start putting together a group and organizing weekend get-togethers.

Anyone interested?? :)

Clearly heard two loud bangs from 14th and Broadway area. I didn’t catch the time of the first, but the second was at 2:37am and was followed by the sound of a speeding car.

Fireworks? Gunshots? I’m finding it impossible to get back to sleep or find info online.

Hi all! I'm 28F and recently moved to the area from Orange County and like many of you it seems, have struggled to connect with others/make new friends. (Especially others who enjoy doing more than drinking, hiking, running, going to the gym... which are not exactly my idea of "fun.")

After reading several posts in this group expressing a similar dilemma, I decided to just go ahead and form something myself!

My idea of a fun weekend includes dinner out at a new/trendy restaurant (I also have a food/travel blog), hosting dinner parties, hanging out or playing board games at a coffee shop, going out for a cocktail, etc...

I'd love to start putting together a group and organizing weekend get-togethers.

Anyone interested?? If so, drop a comment and/or message me! :)

Family visit.. have mid size dog. Need ground floor. .. Santa Monica area