CuriousCity 10/31: SANTA MONICA SELL OUT
By CHARLES ANDREWS It’s good to be back with CURIOUS CITY, 14+ years old, and now in The Mirror. Thank you, publisher TJ, and Editor Dolores, fine folks to work with. And to former Santa […]
Santa Monica Highlights Food Programs as Federal Shutdown Threatens Aid
The city funds several food programs through its Human Services Grants Program, which partners with regional nonprofits to distribute groceries and meals With a potential federal government shutdown threatening to disrupt food assistance programs nationwide, […]
(Video) Five Things to Know About Santa Monica’s ‘Comeback Plan’
Facing a budget deficit and post-pandemic decline, the city approved a “Realignment Plan” to restore safety, confidence, and a balanced budget. Five Things to Know About Santa Monica’s ‘Comeback Plan’.Facing a budget deficit and post-pandemic […]
Kitchen Witches Conjure a Pre-Halloween Pop-Up Plus More Spooky Season Dining Events
From a Mysterious Pasta Pop-up, a “Kitchen Witches” Feast to High-Fashion Brunches and Basque Bites, Chefs Are Serving Serious Flavor This Halloween Weekend. For those in the know and the brave, it’s time to announce […]
Socalo Honors Día de los Muertos With Festive Menu and Live Mariachi in Santa Monica
The Restaurant Celebrates the Day of the Dead With Themed Cocktails, Traditional Dishes, and Live Music Socalo, the modern Mexican restaurant from acclaimed chefs Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken, will honor Día de los […]
California Moves to Make Outdoor Dining Permanent, Streamline Restaurant Permitting
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bills 592 and 671 this month, both aimed at supporting restaurants adapting to post-pandemic realities California restaurants will soon have an easier time opening and operating under two new state […]
Two-Day Halloween Bar Crawl Comes to Santa Monica This Weekend
The event will include themed cocktails, costume contests, and an after-party each night Santa Monica’s nightlife will transform into a haunted playground this Halloween weekend as hundreds of costumed revelers are expected to take part […]
Horvath Terminates Controversial Ocean Avenue Housing Projects, Orders Search for Alternative Sites
The decision follows weeks of criticism from residents and city leaders, including Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete, who voiced concerns over the lack of public outreach Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath on Tuesday […]
Santa Monica Man Sentenced to Nearly Two Years for Illegal Sports Betting, Tax Evasion, and Money Laundering
In 2022 alone, he reported $143,000 in taxable income while actually earning more than $5 million A Santa Monica man who admitted running an illegal sports betting business, evading millions in taxes, and laundering money […]
CalFresh Benefits are Set to be Halted. Here Are Pantries Located in West Los Angeles
Several county departments, including Public Social Services, Children and Family Services, Parks and Recreation, and Mental Health, have also redirected resources to expand temporary food programs Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath is calling […]
The first protest at René Redzepi’s Noma pop-up at the Paramour Estate (Video)
The protest was organized by Jason Ignacio White and One Fair Wage after the owner and chef of Noma, René...
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Film Review: Oscars Landscape 2026
My Oscar choices and predictions. The 98th Academy Awards, Sunday, March 15th at 4:00 PM, on ABC, and streaming on...
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