Population Loss: New Era or Pandemic Glitch?
By Tom Elias, Columnist The numbers suggest a major change is underway in California. It would take a Nostradamus to know if that change is real and long lasting or if those proclaiming it are […]
Samohi Marine Biology Students Dissect and Consume Classwork
16th annual squid dissection and cookout takes place in Benjamin Kay’s biology class By Diana Bouchaaya Students in Benjamin Kay’s marine biology classes at Santa Monica High School (Samohi) recently took part in the 16th […]
SMa.r.t. Column: The Sound of Silence Is Big & Tall
All too often these days we find ourselves wondering how we could have been so correct about so many planning issues that we have written about over these last nine years, and yet so frequently […]
Councilmember Brock Proposes CounterMeasure to Mayor Himmelrich’s Transfer Tax Initiative
General tax measure would raise $15 million annually By Dolores Quintana Councilmember Phil Brock has called Mayor Sue Himmelrich’s recent transfer tax measure that she is attempting to place on the ballot “outrageous” and has […]
SaMo PRIDE Returns!
Month-long Pride celebration brings together community, families and LGBTQIA+ supporters of all ages SaMo PRIDE has returned! The city-wide celebration is anchored by “Miles of Pride,” a vibrant light installation spanning the Third Street Promenade […]
Arrests Made in Strong Arm Robbery of Woman Pushing Stroller in Santa Monica
Lavonte Anthony Montgomery and Roderick Germell Thompson arrested in connection to May 30 incident By Sam Catanzaro Santa Monica police arrested two suspects wanted in connection to the broad daylight robbery of a mother pushing […]
Poll Shows Support for Boosting Downtown Santa Monica Security
DTSM doubles down on ambassador program By Sam Catanzaro and Dolores Quintana A recent push poll shows support for City Councilmember Phil Brock’s call to replace Downtown Santa Monica’s Inc’s (DTSM) safety ambassadors with security […]
Assembly Bill AB 2691 Could Bring Cannabis Sales to Farmers Markets
Bill passes California Assembly’s Appropriations Committee By Dolores Quintana Farmers markets might get a lucrative new revenue stream and a new product if Assembly Bill 2691 passed in the state legislature as reported by Eater […]
Santa Monica’s Izzy’s Deli Permanently Closed
Longtime 24-hour deli closes after after nearly 50 years of service By Sam Catanzaro Santa Monica landmark Izzy’s Deli has permanently closed. The 24-hour deli had been serving hungry diners pastrami and other deli-fare since […]
What are repayment programs for the IRS?
An OIC will allow you to relieve your tax liability for a less substantial amount than you owe to the government. In addition, it may be a viable choice if you cannot pay your whole […]
What to Know About Santa Monica’s $3.5M ‘Restorative Justice Program’ (Video)
The City Council unanimously launched a $3.5 million Restorative Justice Program — one of the largest locally funded efforts of...
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Malibu Oceanfront Lot with Rebuild Potential Listed for $1.9M
Buyers can rebuild under Malibu’s Fast Track Rebuild Program, with potential for up to 3,433 square feet of livable space,...
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