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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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, ...
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 ...
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 ...
Santa Monica rolls out mobile mental health unit
The City rolled out its latest tool in its ongoing efforts to deal with mental health issues on Monday morning ...
Santa Monica emergency services report fewer calls this New Year
It was a relatively quiet New Year in the City by the Sea. The number of emergency calls that the ...
City Hall will continue purchasing its vehicles from outside the city
Following a slightly deeper dive into the issue, Council voted unanimously to authorize the City to enter into agreements with ...
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