the Santa Monica Pier is the beach's most recognizable landmark. Not only will you see it in countless photos of the city, but you'll also catch a glimpse of it in several films, including ...

Many beachgoers say the Santa Monica Pier is a must-visit spot and fun to see. Travelers recommend riding the Ferris wheel. Visitors can also zip around on a roller coaster, catch lively street ...

But last Saturday, the two were literally linked by Ryo Murata, a 25-year-old from Numazu, Japan, who rode a bicycle nearly 3,000 miles from Times Square to the Santa Monica Pier. Mr. Murata ...

Santa Cruz’s wharf ... sweeping three people out to sea. Dramatic footage and images showed a restroom building toppled by waves on the beach, a wrecked pier floating in the ocean and debris ...

A suspected DUI driver led deputies on a pursuit across Los Angeles Wednesday night, swerving in and out of lanes and driving on the wrong side numerous times.

A portion of a pier in northern California's Santa Cruz collapsed into the Pacific Ocean on Monday, sending three city workers into the sea after high surf slammed the coast. The Wharf ...