“This is a long overdue reform that will enable local governments to enact public financing systems for campaigns if they want to.  People across the political spectrum are fed up with the campaign funding arms […]

Hundreds turned out for the opening of the California Incline. A day of motor-vehicle free activities allowed pedestrian and bike access up and down the new incline. The historic stretch of road was originally completed […]

Turtle Island Restoration Network Nominated Sen. Allen for his Leadership on Ocean & Marine Conservation Olema, Calif. (September 1, 2016) –  This week Turtle Island Restoration Network (seaturtles.org) nominated Senator Ben Allen (D – Santa […]

In this interactive salon, four remarkable women will share their struggles and strengths, calling us to a new awareness of why Americans must say no to the politics of fear.

The Santa Monica Police Department will be conducting a Driving under the Influence (DUI)-Driver’s License Checkpoint. The operation is scheduled for Friday September 2, 2016 between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. at an undisclosed location within city limits. The deterrent effect of DUI checkpoints are a proven factor in reducing the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol and/or drug related collisions.

ALANA: Sheek and adorable, Alana is 4 months old and one of many amazing kittens available to adopt today at our NKLA Pet Adoption Center for $10. When you adopt one kitten, you can get […]

By Joe Fasbinder With summer winding down and life getting back to normal, date nights are back on weekly agendas. Here are some great local suggestions to add spark to your evening or day. 1 […]

Celebrating its fifth season, the Dream Orchestra opens its “Symphonic Season” on Saturday, Sept. 17, at 8 p.m. at the Broad Stage, Santa Monica. Special guest artist is 15-year-old piano phenom Ray Ushikubo, who will perform Grieg’s Piano Concerto […]

“Captain Fantastic,” is not a superhero movie, it’s a film populated with intellectual characters and a plot that takes unexpected turns. It’s an entertaining mix of tenderness, sadness, and comedy that will leave the viewer questioning how we raise our kids in this society.

Part 1: Creating the Character of a drug lord in his latest film, “The Infiltrator.”
Benjamin Bratt has been a successful actor for over two decades, winning a Spirit Award for his work as producer and star of “La Mission,” written and directed by his younger brother Peter.