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Suicides on the rise
DOWNTOWN — The number of people who have taken their own lives in Santa Monica so far this year has reached...
Read moreFresh coat of insulation
Dear EarthTalk Do insulating paints actually insulate and save energy? If they do, are they environmentally friendly to use? Bob...
Read moreBig sound, small bites
BROAD STAGE — In a world where the music is big, the action is intense and audiences crowd movie houses...
Read moreDistrict votes to purchase homes through eminent domain
SMMUSD HDQTRS — District officials on Thursday voted to acquire two homes through eminent domain for the expansion of Edison...
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Locals react to possible loss of mail delivery
CITYWIDE — “A major inconvenience.” “It wouldn’t affect me.” “The economy would be hurt even further.” Santa Monica residents and...
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Council extends preferential parking restrictions
WILSHIRE BLVD. — It’s a recurring scene that happens about once a week — a group of intoxicated individuals stumble...
Read moreLocal Iranians calling for peace
CITYWIDE — Nima Ghalehsari was excited as he sat watching the news on the evening of June 12. The Iranian...
Read moreFighting over green tea
Crime Watch is a weekly series culled from reports provided by the Santa Monica Police Department. These are arrests only....
Read moreFree lunches for kids
DOWNTOWN — Kids who work up an appetite over the summer months will be able to chow down on some...
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Cottage owners plan to rent for short-term stays
OCEAN AVENUE — Facing a growing bill to rehab a more than century-old cottage, the owners are looking to rent the...
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