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New Web site tracks leaf blower violations
CITY HALL — Call it an act of vigilantism for the 21st century. If you’re fed up with hearing gardeners...
Read moreCity nears museum deal with Broad Foundations
CITY HALL — Negotiations to bring a contemporary art museum financed by billionaire philanthropist Eli Broad to Santa Monica’s civic...
Read moreParlor battle heats up
CITY HALL — Months after the Planning Commission tried to cut business hours and slap other restrictions a popular bar...
Read moreCouncil approves new street performer rule
CITY HALL — Street performers will no longer need a permit to strut their stuff in city parks and on...
Read moreContractor busted in remodel scam
CITY HALL — A Santa Monica contractor has been convicted on criminal charges stemming from two remodeling jobs in which...
Read moreCouncilman appointed to coastal commission
CITY HALL — Santa Monica City Councilman Richard Bloom has been appointed to the California Coastal Commission, a 12-member panel...
Read moreCity Hall expected to upgrade audio visual system
CITY HALL — City Council is expected to buy itself an early Christmas present at its meeting tonight, approving the...
Read moreCity officials considering new green building rules
CITY HALL — Already known as a leader in environmentally-friendly development regulations, Santa Monica officials are proposing new green building...
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Renters seek temporary relief
CITY HALL — At 87, Freda Mendelsohn still has an independent streak. The Santa Monica resident lives alone and travels...
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Historic cottage becomes new B&B
CITY HALL — The city’s final remaining beach-facing cottage — the adopted cause of passionate historic preservationists who fought off...
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