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Man in an orange jail uniform holds an identification card reading “Gargiulo, Michael” while facing the camera.

Local Government

Newsom commutation plan covers 'Hollywood Ripper' who attacked in Santa Monica

November 9, 2026 · 2 min read

"Vote Here" Sign

Local Government

Federal election monitors deploy to L.A. County on Election Day

November 3, 2026 · 2 min read

Aerial orthophoto of an airport runway and taxiways surrounded by dense urban neighborhoods.

Local Government

Santa Monica opens survey on 192-acre airport park plan

November 2, 2026 · 2 min read

Aerial view of downtown Santa Monica with palm trees, buildings, beach, and ocean.

Local Government

Santa Monica taps RAND for monthly homeless counts

October 29, 2026 · 2 min read

White Art Deco city hall building with fountain and palm trees in front.

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Santa Monica secures two tenant wins, files harassment suit

October 29, 2026 · 3 min read

Purple industrial water pipes with valves and pressure gauges at an outdoor water recycling facility.

Local Government

Santa Monica drops 99% water goal, eyes recycled supply

October 26, 2026 · 3 min read

A raised flat-topped speed table with white markings crosses a sunny residential street.

Local Government

Santa Monica installs speed tables on Neilson Way

October 21, 2026 · 2 min read

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Santa Monica council approves Brew Works lease for Pier venue

October 20, 2026 · 3 min read

Close-up of a license plate reader camera mounted on a small scooter.

Local Government

Santa Monica approves up to $700,000 for parking enforcement cameras

October 20, 2026 · 3 min read

Aerial view of an airport runway surrounded by dense urban residential neighborhoods.

Local Government

Santa Monica reveals airport-to-park master plan Saturday

October 17, 2026 · 2 min read

Pedestrian mall entrance with palm trees and storefronts viewed from a street intersection.

Local Government

Santa Monica repairs Promenade pavers ahead of holiday season

October 16, 2026 · 1 min read

Dense chaparral shrubs and rocky ridgelines in the Santa Monica Mountains under a clear blue sky.

Local Government

Santa Monica Mountains parks close as Red Flag Warning hits

October 15, 2026 · 2 min read

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