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SMFD starts the year with new plan and a new chief
The first Santa Monica City Council meeting of 2024 did not disappoint. There was tap dancing, technical issues, the Brady...
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Details of the security guard program for Big Blue Bus revealed
Just a week or so ago, we reported on how Big Blue Bus was set to follow in the footsteps...
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Matthew Hallock appointed Santa Monica fire chief
City Manager David White has announced the appointment of Matthew Hallock to lead the Santa Monica Fire Department as its...
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Changes coming to Wilshire’s 1400 block include the city’s second cannabis dispensary
Many of our eagled-eyed readers picked up on a big sign that appeared a few weeks ago above the Unleashed...
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Threats against councilmembers prompt enhanced security for tonight’s meeting
Security for tonight’s meeting of the Santa Monica City Council has been upgraded after unspecified threats were made against several...
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Development density discussion coming to Council
Council’s first meeting of the New Year delves into some of Santa Monica’s perennial issues (development and rent) but also...
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The 2024 Homeless Count is more than just a headcount of the unhoused
Arguably, this year could be considered a make or break in terms of tackling the homeless crisis. Here in Santa...
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Santa Monica set for 2024 Homeless Count with a full complement of volunteers
With just days to go, Santa Monica prepares for the 2024 homeless count as the crisis surges nationwide. On Wednesday,...
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Santa Monica’s ‘spheres’ on course for March grand opening
Back in November of last year, Downtown Santa Monica, Inc. (DTSM) board members voted unanimously to move ahead with a...
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Big Blue Bus reports rise in ridership, plus a new safety officer program
Despite some overwhelming obstacles, including recruiting shortages and pre-pandemic level service restoration, Santa Monica-based Big Blue Bus saw steady gains...
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