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New heroes, Mean Girls make May Locals’ Night a special affair
Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 05/20/2024 - 16:00
Pier: Though it was the final edition of Locals’ Night on the Santa Monica Pier until September, the evening packed in enough activities to fill residents with Santa Monica spirit through the summer.
New appointments, district finance discussions held by school board
Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 05/20/2024 - 16:00
Faces old and new in Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) will be taking on several district administrative roles going forward, including a familiar name being chosen as the new principal at Edison Language Academy.
Homeless woman sparks high-speed pursuit after trying to run over police officers

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 05/17/2024 - 23:51
A high-speed chase through West Los Angeles involving a homeless woman driving a van ended dramatically Friday when she crashed into multiple vehicles on the San Diego (405) Freeway after driving in the wrong direction,
Homeless woman sparks high speed chase after trying to run over police officers

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 05/17/2024 - 23:51
A high-speed chase through West Los Angeles involving a homeless woman driving a van ended dramatically Friday when she crashed into multiple vehicles on the San Diego (405) Freeway after driving in the wrong direction,
Westside Ballet showcases 50th anniversary of movement mastery

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 05/17/2024 - 21:46
The 50th anniversary of the Westside’s premiere ballet theater company will pay homage to an iconic ballerina with two stunning shows, featuring one dancer who recently brought national glory to the company’s legacy.
Changes from Visa mean Americans will carry fewer physical credit, debit cards in their wallets

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 05/17/2024 - 18:29
Your wallet may soon be getting thinner. Visa on Wednesday announced major changes to how credit and debit cards will operate in the U.S. in the coming months and years. The new features could mean Americans will be carrying fewer physical cards in their wallets,
Gilbert’s celebrates five decades of culinary and cultural significance

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 05/17/2024 - 18:28
Every town has a handful of institutions that define its essence. Establishments that are so beloved and intrinsic to living in a place that the city simply wouldn’t be what it is without their presence.
Poetry, film merge to form unique festival atmosphere
Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 05/17/2024 - 16:00
Two art forms that continue to resonate on the Westside combined this past month in an affair crossing all genres and generations. In April, Beyond Baroque in Venice hosted the third International Poetry Film Festival Los Angeles,
HOA Homefront – Thirteen Things I Wish All HOA Directors Knew
Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 05/17/2024 - 16:00
Governance: 1. HOA governance is a team sport. It’s different from our career jobs because the board legally controls the HOA, not the president. The president is not the boss but mainly is the Chair and spokesperson,
Supervisor and Metro Board Member Horvath Introduced Motion to Address Metro Safety
Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 05/17/2024 - 03:00
Premium Santa Monica news in your inbox. It's free, cancel anytime. “I look forward to welcoming Sheriff Luna, Chief Choi, and Chief Hebeish to Metro, and to the difficult and necessary decisions the Metro Board must make to address this safety crisis ...
Rock gods, comedy icons support local clinic’s mission at star-studded gala

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 05/16/2024 - 18:51
A local pioneer in health brought together a bevy of talent to celebrate the relationship between creativity and health at sensational gala
Cyclist and pedestrian safety boosted as Council votes to prohibit harassment and provide legal protections

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 05/16/2024 - 18:33
In Tuesday night’s meeting, councilmembers voted to approve a new ordinance of the Municipal Code that will protect
Homeless man drags woman across the beach path by her hair in violent assault

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 05/16/2024 - 18:10
On Monday, May 13, at 7:14am, Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) officers responded to reports of an assault occurring in the 2000 block of Ocean Front Walk, near lifeguard tower 20. Witnesses to the incident told dispatchers that a young woman was being dragged across the ground by her ponytail.
U.S. Banjos and German Synths
Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 05/16/2024 - 16:00
LATE BREAKING PERFORMANCE NEWS! Jazz giant STANLEY CLARKE will be keeping his bass around Santa Monica a while longer, after months at the Broad Theater. He will be playing with the Samohi student jazz band (who have a great reputation) at their next performance in Barnum Hall.
Myrow blast highlights Vikings semifinal shutout win

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 05/16/2024 - 16:00
Vikings: The Samohi Vikings gave its home faithful another chance to cheer Tuesday, taking down the Pacifica Tritons 4-0 to advance to the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Southern Section Division V championship contest.
Around Town: MAINopoly, Montana Avenue Sidewalk Sale and more

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 05/16/2024 - 03:00
You really won’t want to miss this incredible and unique outdoor setting to unwind, all while celebrating Santa Monica. Thursday, May 16, 3:30–9pm. More info here. SaMo Airport ArtWalk Returns: Situated in one of the oldest airports in the United ...
More than 1,200 LA-owned homeless housing units remain vacant two years after $800 million spending spree

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 05/15/2024 - 20:28
It’s an odd location for the City of Los Angeles to have spent nearly $50 million to purchase a brand new, five story luxury apartment building for the homeless. The neighborhood around 1654 West Florence Ave in South LA consists of empty,
City’s tallest apartment building could come to 6th and Colorado

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 05/15/2024 - 18:21
One of the tallest residential buildings in the City’s history is coming to the corner of 6th and Colorado bringing 264 units of housing
Newsom’s proposed spending cuts spur backlash from affected California groups
Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 05/15/2024 - 16:00
Just minutes after Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled a revised state budget with billions of dollars in spending reductions on Friday, advocates for affected programs began showering reporters with statements of dismay.
Youth council adds vitality to local employment services nonprofit

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 05/15/2024 - 16:00
After 40 years of facilitating life-changing employment experiences, a dedicated group of young professionals within the network of Santa Monica-based Chrysalis is starting the push for the decades to come.