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As more children die from fentanyl, some prosecutors are charging their parents with murder

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 09/09/2023 - 16:00
Some 20 states have so-called "drug-induced homicide" laws, which allow prosecutors to press murder or manslaughter charges against anyone who supplies or exposes a person to drugs causing a fatal ove
International icon hits historic 114th birthday

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 09/09/2023 - 16:00
Saturday is the anniversary of “9-9-09,” when the Pier opened as the first concrete pier on the United States’ western coast
AI that alters voice and imagery in political ads will require disclosure on Google and YouTube

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 09/08/2023 - 22:01
Google will soon require that political ads using artificial intelligence be accompanied by a prominent disclosure if imagery
Letter: From Afar, Santa Monica Feels Like Home
Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 09/08/2023 - 19:32
Editor: It’s been approximately 6 years since our son and his wife embarked on their journey to the US in pursuit of their careers. With each passing year, their dedication has paid off, both securing impressive job positions.
Is crime rising or falling? In Los Angeles, the answer is both, and leaders are struggling to respond

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 09/08/2023 - 16:00
That has an effect on public perceptions. In a Public Policy Institute of California survey last fall, two-thirds of Californians said they viewed crime as a serious problem. In Los Angeles, by far the state’s biggest hub of crime, 69% of residents said they considered violence and street crime as either a serious or significant problem.
Legendary locals remain in high spirits for anniversary

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 09/08/2023 - 16:00
While pursuing the latest in wine and spirits, Santa Monica residents have taken part in one of the city’s strongest family legacies.
Ram’s blue-and-golden partnership kicks off at LMU

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 09/08/2023 - 16:00
The National Football League (NFL) 2023-24 regular season started on Thursday, but one franchise kicked off festivities a day early with a new partner off the field
California scales back electric car rebates to focus on lower-income car buyers

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 09/08/2023 - 08:46
California is eliminating its popular electric car rebate program — which often runs out of money and has long waiting lists
Star-making ballet program expands for new year

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 09/07/2023 - 23:56
One of the oldest ballet schools in Southern California, Westside’s program includes a studio in Santa Monica where the nation’s top ballet pre-professionals are given the tools to pursue professional
Lawsuit contends Constitution’s ‘insurrection’ clause bars Trump from running again for president

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 09/07/2023 - 22:00
A liberal group on Wednesday filed a lawsuit to bar former President Donald Trump from the primary ballot in Colorado
Main St. Day of the Dog Festival

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 09/07/2023 - 20:00
Main St. Day of the Dog Festival, Bergamot Station Arts Center Fall Open House, Rosh Hashanah restaurant offerings
Sale of downtown properties could result in 570 new housing units

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 09/07/2023 - 16:00
A massive new development is envisioned for Downtown Santa Monica with 570 housing units proposed for construction on what is now commercial property.
Slobbery spectacle set for Saturday

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 09/07/2023 - 16:00
On Saturday, thousands of humans and canines alike will hit Santa Monica for Day of the Dog, with the largest festival for furry friends in North America taking place from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Oil prices spike as Saudi Arabia, Russia extend 1.3 million barrel a day oil cut through December

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 09/07/2023 - 05:59
Saudi Arabia and Russia agreed Tuesday to extend their voluntary oil production cuts through the end of this year
California judge halts district policy requiring parents be told if kids change pronouns
Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 09/07/2023 - 05:59
AMY TAXIN Associated Press A judge on Wednesday halted a Southern California school district from requiring parents to be notified if their children change their gender identification or pronouns at school.
A Trump-Biden rematch may be on the horizon in 2024, whether voters like it or not

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 09/07/2023 - 05:59
The end of Labor Day weekend would typically mark the start of a furious sprint to the Iowa caucuses as candidates battle for their party’s
Local Bitcoin business cleaned money for scammers and criminals

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 09/06/2023 - 16:00
A Santa Monica man is facing up to five years in federal prison for helping criminals launder money through his cryptocurrency-cash exchange company.
Power problem pivots Samohi to 3-day week

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 09/06/2023 - 16:00
A potential power disaster was solved Tuesday morning at Santa Monica High School, ending a problematic weekend at the campus that led to a 4-day weekend for students. On Saturday morning, two of the three wires providing the major electrical feed for Samohi’s campus shorted out,
The 2023 Rugby World Cup set to offer the best sporting action for the next seven weeks

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 09/05/2023 - 18:04
For the next seven weeks — and thankfully only at weekends — the very best teams in the world will compete against each other
California law treats some violent crimes as nonviolent, letting offenders off the hook

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 09/05/2023 - 16:00
“Despite its name, California considers domestic violence to be a ‘nonviolent’ offense. This means convicted abusers can more quickly shave time off their sentences and seek expedited release from prison. It also limits prosecutors’ ability to pursue steeper sentences for repeat offenders.