“I wish we never had to have this meeting,” State Senator Fran Pavley told the audience at the August 28 hearing “Our State Parks: Budgets and Mitigating Closures.” “But the budget is what it is […]

In these tough economic times, people throughout the country are looking for innovative ways to get involved in their local communities, enrich lives and make a real difference. Fortunately for everyone, as the charitable spirit […]

Dear EarthTalk: What are the pros and cons of feeding babies formula versus breast milk? And if I purchase formula, should I spend the extra money on the organic variety?It is generally acknowledged within the […]

The unprecedented stimulus package approved by Congress earlier this year will be presenting business opportunities in both the public and private sector. However, figuring out how to take advantage of these opportunities can be challenging, […]

“The Santa Monica Pier is the people’s Pier. It is a magical place for all ages to gather and enjoy the rides, games and performers, walk above the waves, enjoy the fresh ocean air and […]

Imported Beer?Wednesday, August 26, 5:02 p.m. Officers got wind of some people drinking in public in an alleyway adjacent to the 1400 block of Lincoln Boulevard and went there in order to put a stop […]

Sustainable Works is an increasingly relevant non-profit environmental education organization, whose raison d’etre is to promote awareness and action pertaining to sustainability, and resource efficiency in Santa Monica and beyond. Sustainable Works is hosting its […]

“The pier is so integral to the City of Santa Monica in terms of the city’s identity. It has certainly evolved over the years, but it has also been a constant for 100 years, which […]

The week before Santa Monica High begins its 2009 football season with a new coach, Travis Clark is well aware of the challenge. “The school has a rich football legacy and we’re ready to carry […]

Dear EarthTalk: How are populations of the world’s orca whales faring these days? Are we still in danger of losing them all in the wild? The largest member of the dolphin family and a major […]