News February 2, 2018

Counting Those Less Fortunate

Santa Monica City’s Homeless Count Jan. 24, saw 250 volunteers fill St. Monica’s grounds before hitting the streets. The count is mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for all communities that receive federal funds for homelessness programs.

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News May 30, 2026

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News May 30, 2026

Santa Monica neighborhood locked down for hours after mountain lion spotted near 14th and Montana

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News May 27, 2026

Santa Monica-Malibu School District reverses plan to alter elementary music program after parent protests

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Entertainment May 30, 2026

Film Review: Backrooms

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Hard May 24, 2026

LA County Board Appoints Joseph M. Nicchitta as Chief Executive Officer

His responsibilities include managing labor relations with 64 bargaining units representing more than 84,000 employees, federal and state advocacy, and implementation of the Board of Supervisors’ priorities. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors has […]