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Livestream, in-person retail hybrid first of its kind on Promenade
Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 10/17/2024 - 16:13
Priding itself on being a forward-thinking city, Santa Monica now has a leg up on the rest of the Western Hemisphere when it comes to the future of entrepreneurship.
Cirque du Soleil crews complete “big top push” ahead of Saturday’s opening night
Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 10/17/2024 - 16:12
The Cirque du Soleil carnival took a step closer to completion as the final, major set-up stage of the main tent being accomplished.
Around Town: Cirque du Soleil Returns & More!
Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 10/17/2024 - 16:12
SMDP’s Weekly Guide to Food & Entertainment Goings-On In & Around Town includes the return of Cirque du Soleil, Venice Art Crawl, Wags & Witches party, a new Michael Mina restaurant, Lady & Larder charcuterie plate on Netflix hit “Nobody Wants This”,
Facts about public safety
Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 10/16/2024 - 16:12
Dear Editor, A recent letter (“The Great Santa Monica Public Safety Debate, October 12, 2024) attempted to defend the public safety bona fides of a city council slate—Dan Hall, Ellis Raskin, Barry Snell,
Bills passed protecting renters on screening fees, security deposits

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 10/16/2024 - 16:12
Out of the more than 1,200 bills that landed on Gov. Gavin Newsom’s desk from the 2023-2024 California legislative session, two in particular are godsends to renters’ wallets.
370 residential unit development submitted in Bergamot area
Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 10/16/2024 - 16:12
Another mixed-use residential project has been submitted around the Bergamot Station area, a newfound space for development.
Seaworthy locals get taste of area’s best food offerings
Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 10/15/2024 - 16:12
The Santa Monica Pier turned into the yacht party of the fall on Sunday, as hundreds of locals took part in the Off The Hook Seafood Festival.
City departments make their cases for a piece of the Measure K-funded pie

Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 10/14/2024 - 16:13
During the three-and-a-half long study session, a number of separate dives down various rabbit holes resulted in some lengthy, super-specific discussion over all manner of reasons why each and every City services department needs more money.
LA County office mishandles recent SMMUSD tax statements
Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 10/14/2024 - 16:13
For the second time this week, a Los Angeles County office was noted as incorrectly printing information concerning residents within Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD).
Husband-wife duo puts smile back into the city
Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 10/14/2024 - 16:13
Alinea Orthodontics, which recently opened at 2701 Ocean Park Blvd, is a collaboration between Dr. Jose Ortiz and wife and Manager Jodie Laczko, relying on the latest in orthodontist technology and a modern office space to craft customer comfort.
Accusations are politics and lies

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sun, 10/13/2024 - 06:07
This letter is in response to the latest falsehood and political attack against my candidacy for Santa Monica City Council. SMMUSD School Board member and candidate Jon Kean alleged that I made an outrageous statement in 2019 which is a lie designed to smear my name and reputation.
Broken lines cause power outage and close Montana Ave.

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 10/12/2024 - 21:31
A pair of broken power lines shut down Montana Ave. between 11th and 14th on Saturday and caused a power outage
Should California’s minimum wage be $18? Voters will soon decide

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 10/12/2024 - 19:03
Voters will decide whether California should raise its hourly minimum wage to $18 by 2026 and pay workers the highest wage in the country
Candidate Questions: Dan Hall
Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 10/12/2024 - 18:17
The Santa Monica Daily Press provided candidates with three opportunities to address readers this year. Candidates were asked to fill out a short form survey, provide responses to written questions and invited into the Daily Press office for a one on-one interview about their candidacy.
Candidate Questions: Ericka Lesley

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 10/12/2024 - 17:49
The Santa Monica Daily Press provided candidates with three opportunities to address readers this year. Candidates were asked to fill out a short form survey, provide responses to written questions and invited into the Daily Press office for a one on-one interview about their candidacy.
Candidate Questions: Vivian Roknian

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 10/12/2024 - 17:48
SMDP provided candidates with three opportunities to address readers this year. Candidates were asked to fill out a short form survey, provide responses to written questions and invited into the SMDP office for a one on-one interview about their candidacy.
Candidate Questions: Barry Snell

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 10/12/2024 - 17:41
SMDP provided candidates with three opportunities to address readers this year. Candidates were asked to fill out a short form survey, provide responses to written questions and invited into the SMDP office for a one on-one interview about their candidacy.
Candidate Questions: Oscar de la Torre

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 10/12/2024 - 17:41
SMDP provided candidates with three opportunities to address readers this year. Candidates were asked to fill out a short form survey, provide responses to written questions and invited into the SMDP office for a one on-one interview about their candidacy.
Candidate Questions: Ellis Raskin

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 10/12/2024 - 17:41
SMDP provided candidates with three opportunities to address readers this year. Candidates were asked to fill out a short form survey, provide responses to written questions and invited into the SMDP office for a one on-one interview about their candidacy.
Candidate Questions: Phil Brock

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 10/12/2024 - 17:40
SMDP provided candidates with three opportunities to address readers this year. Candidates were asked to fill out a short form survey, provide responses to written questions and invited into the SMDP office for a one on-one interview about their candidacy.