City leaders in Santa Maria are in early discussions about strengthening local smoking ordinances and potentially designating Santa Maria as a smoke-free city.

A Santa Monica business owner is offering free one-way flights to homeless people to help reunite them with family or loved ones back home.

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Guide to the best hotels and things to do in Santa Monica. Maps, travel tips and more.