Damien Newton
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Damien is the executive director of the Southern California Streets Initiative which publishes Santa Monica Next, Streetsblog Los Angeles, Streetsblog San Francisco, Streetsblog California and Longbeachize.
Rent Control Board Releases 2025 Annual Report
The Santa Monica Rent Control Board’s 2025 Annual Report (pdf) highlights a year of notable policy updates and programmatic changes aimed at strengthening tenant...
Thousands Gather at Palisades Park to Rally for No Kings
Santa Monica has not been shy about sharing its feelings about the Trump Administration. In addition to the No Kings rallies held in Palisades...
Eyes on the Street: Protected Bikeway Sprouting Up on Colorado Avenue
Eagle-eyed reader (and superhero) Caro Vilain sends news and proof that the protected bikeway for Colorado Avenue is underway. This picture was snapped over...
“No Kings” Protest Planned for Santa Monica This Weekend; City Issues Safety Guidance
A national day of protest will come to Santa Monica this weekend, as local organizers plan a “No Kings” rally along the city’s iconic...
City Touts Success of Realignment Plan on Safety, Infrastructure. Calls for Renewed Economic Focus
The Santa Monica City Council is touting measurable progress on public safety, city services, and fiscal stability as it shifts its focus toward long-term...
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SMC Emeritus Program to Host “Earth Day at Emeritus” April 22
SMC Emeritus, a program of Santa Monica College (SMC), will host “Earth...
Santa Monica Breaks Ground on $56 Million Big Blue Bus Electrification Project
This is what progress looks like. It’s practical, it’s...
Springtime at the Pier: ‘Locals’ Night’ Returns April 16 with Live Music, Art, Salsa, and ‘Save the Pier!’
The following is a submission from the Pier Corporation.Spring...
OPA Update 4/9/26: OPA Meeting Next Monday with Mayor Caroline Torosis, Pet Resource Fair, & Other Things To Do This Weekend
April OPA Monthly Meeting Monday (April 13): The meeting is...

