Edify TV: Tesla Supercharger Coming to Santa Monica
A 24-hour Tesla supercharger station is planned for Santa Monica. Learn more in this video made possible by Santa Monica College.
Film Review: WolfWalkers
Rated PG103 MinutesReleased November 13th on AppleTV+2021 Academy Award Nomination for Best Animated Film Many years ago, like long ago and far away, I was fortunate enough to be able to live for two years […]
Ramada Inn Homeless Shelter Appeal Denied in Unanimous Vote
A unanimous vote by The Board of Public Works denied an appeal filed on behalf of 400 local residents and businesses opposed to The Ramada Inn Homeless shelter project, what happens now? This video was […]
Letter to Editor: State Housing Mandates and Santa Monica
Dear Editor, State housing mandates and Santa Monica: The state wants the city to build 6000 affordable housing units at the city’s cost. At $400,000 per unit (a typical cost for city construction) Total cost: […]
Edify TV: Venice Vigil for Daunte Wright and Adam Toledo
This week a group gathered in Venice to pay homage to two Black people killed by police: Daunte Wright and Adam Toledo. Video made possible by Hyperthermia Cancer Institute.
SMa.r.t. Column: SMMUSD’s Financial Performance and Underlying Issues
There has been much discussion regarding the SMMUSD’s financial performance. The Board recently issued a statement noting that they have “Fortified our financial reserves, balanced our budget and Improved our credit rating.” All good things. […]
Santa Monica City Council Allocates $29.3 Million in Stimulus Funds
Economic recovery for nonprofits, SM Pier tenets, homelessness and more to get stimulus funds By Sam Catanzaro Santa Monica lawmakers have allocated $29.3 million in federal stimulus relief funds, targeting economic recovery for local nonprofits, […]
Mobile Dental Clinic Provides Needed Care for Homeless Vets
This week a free mobile dental clinic created by Village for Vets, The Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, and The Los Angeles Veterans Collaborative will provide comprehensive dental care to as many as […]
Restaurant Spotlight: Tar And Roses Serves Up Wood-Fired Cuisine, Earthy Wines With Reopening
Popular SM restaurant back up and running By Toi Creel Far too many restaurants have fallen victim to the pandemic. Others, however, have been able to stay alive. By adopting new carryout models and including […]
City Launches Pilot Program to Help Santa Monica Tenants Facing Evictions
The Santa Monica City Attorney’s Office recently launched an initiative with Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles to provide legal assistance and support for tenants facing eviction amid the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a April […]
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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