Development
Explore the latest updates on real estate development in Santa Monica. Our coverage includes major projects, city council decisions, and trends shaping the community’s housing landscape. From luxury high-rises to affordable housing initiatives, stay informed about how these developments impact our neighborhoods and local economy. Discover insights into zoning changes, community feedback, and the future of Santa Monica’s urban planning.
E-scooters now included in SMPD enforcement sweeps
E-scooter riders will be included in a Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) enforcement sweep alongside drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians for...
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Malibu – Mayor Jefferson Wagner to Deliver State of the City Address at Annual Chamber Event on May 10
Malibu Mayor Jefferson “Zuma Jay” Wagner will discuss the City’s major events, highlights and achievements over the last year, the...
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The Famous Pier Sign
There was once a time when visitors to the Santa Monica Pier would either walk or drive down the hill...
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UCLA – Debra Farmer to be honored by Westside Family Health Center
Westside Family Health Center (WFHC) will honor its President/CEO Debra Farmer’s 20 years of leadership at a Mother’s Day Weekend...
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Local realtor moves into the world of superheroes
Omar Spahi, founder of Ocean Avenue Realty and real estate agent at Keller Williams, works his normal oxford-shirt-and-tie type of...
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The Beach – Pico-Kenter Backfilling Scheduled May 6 – June 4
As part of its annual beach grooming activities, Los Angeles County Public Works will begin backfilling the Pico-Kenter outfall and residual storm...
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Pension costs force discussion of new taxes and service cuts
City Council discussed putting new types of taxes on the 2020 ballot and seeking corporate sponsorship to make up for...
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Persian restaurant expands with second location downtown
A popular Mediterranean restaurant near Santa Monica Airport opened a new location downtown Monday. Crimson serves healthy Persian fare in...
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Apartment building to replace party store Aahs on Wilshire
A four-story building will replace a popular gift store on Wilshire Boulevard, near Santa Monica’s border with Los Angeles. The...
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Empowerment
Southern California-based nonprofit Chrysalis hosted its first-ever Women’s Empowerment Conference (April 5-6) where female clients, some struggling to reintegrate into...
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