California State Assembly speaker Karen Bass hit the ground running when, on her inauguration day, she announced plans for a bi-partisan tax commission to be headed by former governors Gray Davis (D) and Pete Wilson (R). Bass said that our tax code, established in the 1930’s, creates a continuing budget crisis for the state today and it needs to be modernized for the 21st century.
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Italian Gelato Chain to Open Second Santa Monica Location
Popular offerings include classics such as Stracciatella, Pistachio, Hazelnut, and the signature Bacio di Latte sweet cream, along with rotating fruit sorbets and seasonal items. Bacio di Latte, the Italian gelato chain known for making […]
Sweet Laurel Bakery Will Not Reopen in Palisades, Closes Santa Monica Pickup Spot
Sweet Laurel opened its flagship store in Palisades Village in 2018 and built a strong following across West Los Angeles....
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SM.a.r.t. Column: Santa Monica Isn’t Rebounding Yet. It’s Replacing
Santa Monica officially reports numerous new business openings, often highlighted by the media as signs of economic recovery. However, a...
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