LA County reported hate crimes spike to highest in decades
The growing feeling of stoked racial fires across the country has been crystalized locally with a damning new report. This ...
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Samohi modernization showcases next-gen learning spaces
Students and faculty have been reaping the rewards of the new Samohi Exploration Building and Gold Gym for nearly four ...
Big Blue Bus makes 2024 ridership gains across the board
The Santa Monica Department of Transportation kept a busy schedule over the 2023-2024 fiscal year, making gains on Big Blue ...
Piano teacher arrested for child abuse
The Santa Monica Police Department has arrested a 41-year old piano teacher for abusing a 14-year old student. SMPD detectives ...
Santa Monica rent grows in November amidst year of sharp drops
A swap of rental trends took place this past month, as while national rent prices dropped in November, Santa Monica’s ...
Have some drinks to do some good this weekend
Santa Monica will look more like Santa’s Workshop on Saturday, with thousands of Santa’s helpers expected to roam the streets ...
Malibu wildfire prompts evacuation warnings for 20,000, including Dick Van Dyke and Cher
Weather conditions were forecast to improve in Southern California, aiding firefighters in their battle against a wind-driven wildfire that has ...
City Manager David White to step down in February
After three-plus years serving as Santa Monica’s City Manager, David White will be stepping down from the role in February, ...
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