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.

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The Salary Discussion: Let’s Start with the Basics

Last week's report on salaries of the top earners in Santa Monica has struck a nerve and dominated the political discussion in the city...

Happy Birthday, Bike Center!

Happy 5th birthday to our BFFs at Bike Center. They have a party planned tonight that if it weren't my own birthday I would...

Right-Wing Hit Piece on SaMo Employees Unravels Under Basic Scrutiny

Earlier this week, CBS2 News breathlessly reported the "news" that Santa Monica City Employees make more money than those of surrounding cities. The report,...

WaiveCar, Free Car-Share Program Tested in Santa Monica, Plans Expansion Throughout Los Angeles

Last January, WaiveCar launched in Venice and Santa Monica, but now the company has plans to allow licensed drivers access to "free cars" throughout...

Free Market Think Tank: Santa Monica Sure Does Pay Its Employees a Lot of Money

For those of you that missed it, last night CBS 2 News in Los Angeles broadcast a story about the much higher-than-average wages that...

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SMC Symphony Orchestra Performs March 28: Evening of Music Features Program with Something for Everyone

The Santa Monica College (SMC) Music Department will presentan evening of...

Pacifica Christian Soccer Season Ends with Division Championship, Win in State Tournament

The following is a lightly edited story first printed...

Supes Approve Bi-Partisan Motion to Reform Mental Health in County’s Homeless Response

The following is a press release from Supervisor Horvath's...

Westside Cities Advance Bus Lane Plan Ahead of 2028 Olympics

A coalition of Westside cities is moving forward with...
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