July 24, 2026
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Dumbing Down at UC:

By this time next year, as the 2009-10 school year opens, the University of California may not be quite the institution it is today. That’s because gradually, bit by bit, UC is diverging from its […]

Murder, We Wrote…:

Killing somebody to get something that you want. It’s not an experience we hope to ever fully understand by way of first-hand knowledge. We tell our kids most people are good and that killing is […]

Letters To The Editor:

Glow, or Crapapalooza The Santa Monica Pier is the site of many wonderful events; the Twilight Dance Series attracts better and more diversified musical talent every year, Taste of Santa Monica is a delicious treat […]

COMMUNITY BULLETIN BOARD:

Candidate Rubin Announces New Website Jerry Rubin, currently running for a seat on the Santa Monica City Council, announced his new website: jerrypeaceactivistrubin.com Mr. Rubin encourages community members to visit the site to learn about […]

Turning Point Honors Rosen:

Laurel Rosen (center) was honored Sunday for her volunteerism with the Generous Spirit Award Recognizing Unparalleled Generosity by Turning Point. She is pictured with the co-chairs of the event, Jennifer Hutchinson (left) and Rosalind Napoli […]

Alert: Police Blotter: Santa Monica:

Mid Night Robbery Friday, July 18 at 5:19 a .m. – 2300 block of 22nd Street – Officers responded regarding a report of a residential robbery that occurred earlier that morning at about 3:30 a.m. […]

Rift Over RIFT: Amidst Economic Forecasts:

The State of the City II luncheon on Thursday, July 17, sponsored by the Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce, had a decidedly anti-RIFT flavor to it in this election year. Last year’s Chamber chairman Tom […]

Teacher Perishes:

Dear Community: It is with great difficulty and sadness that I share the unsettling news about the loss of Joey Lutz, an English teacher and a member of the Samohi family. Mr. Lutz was a […]

Miley Goes For A Ride:

Hannah Montana (a.k.a. Miley Cyrus) enjoyed herself at Pacific Park in Santa Monica. The mega-star took a break from filming what’s to be another Disney hit to ride some rollercoasters.