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SM.a.r.t Column: A City That Knows Its Limits
For thirty years, California planners have sold density as the fix for the state’s housing shortage. In many cities, that sale reflects reality: compact development shortens commutes, supports transit, and takes pressure off infrastructure before […]

Underground Utility Work to Close Parts of Allenford Ave. in Palisades
Crews are expected to install underground electrical substructures, closing single-block segments of Allenford Avenue. By Carlos Reyes Drivers should expect lane reductions and intermittent road closures on Allenford Avenue through Aug. 9 as crews install […]

Noteworthy 8/5-19/26: POETRY SUN, THEN MUSIC, MUSIC, MUSIC!
Charles Andrews FIRST, A REMINDER, OR TWO NOTEWORTHY is now published every two weeks, not weekly. So mark your calendars and score your tickets accordingly. Also, if you look to this link, you will find […]

Appian Way Reopens to Traffic, Restoring Main Route to Pier
Hydraulic breakers finish work in one day instead of the planned eight, restoring main access to Santa Monica Pier parking. By Carlos Reyes Appian Way reopened to vehicle traffic Tuesday, days ahead of schedule, restoring […]

California Launches Wildfire Prevention Campaign as Fire Danger Rises
The “One Less Spark” campaign encourages Californians to reduce common ignition sources as elevated temperatures and dry conditions increase wildfire risk. California officials have launched a statewide public awareness campaign urging residents to take steps […]

SM.a.r.t Column: The Hidden Room on Broadway
There is a building on Broadway, at the alley between 17th and 18th Streets, that many of us have driven past dozens of times without a second glance. That was the point. For roughly a […]
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