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.
Exclusive articles:
Malibu Marks Two Years Since Tragic PCH Crash, Highlights Major Safety Progress
Senator Allen speaks at last Friday's press event. Photo: Damian KevittThe City of Malibu joined state and local leaders, law enforcement, and community members...
California Rallies for No Kings
The public square is the lifeblood of protest movements—a physical stage where democracy becomes visible. Streets, plazas, parks, and sidewalks give people a place...
Roughly 1,000 People Attend No Kings March in Santa Monica
Roughly 1,000 people gathered at Palisades Park for a march down Ocean Avenue as part of the No Kings Day protests that took part...
ICE Hits Local Carwash
Image: Screenshot of Instagram video by Caroline Torosis.Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents reportedly detained several people at a Santa Monica car wash Friday...
No Kings Rally at Palisades Park Tomorrow
Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Location: Palisades Park at Montana Avenue, Santa MonicaSupporters of the “No Kings” movement plan to...
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Group of E-Bike Regulation Bills Advance in Assembly
On Monday night, the Assembly Transportation Committee advanced four...
OPA Update 4/23/26: Baywatch Returns to Santa Monica, Porto’s on Abbot Kinney, CicLAvia, YALLWEST, & Other Things To Do This Weekend
Santa Monica Rent Control Board Eyes Ballot Measures on...
Surf-Inspired Eatery Set to Open at Colorado Center As City Sees Growth in Eateries
Image provided by BXP.A new all-day cafe and restaurant...
Op/Ed: Oil Shocks Will Keep Coming. High-Speed Rail Can Boost Our Resilience
Alan Minsky is the Executive Director of Progressive Democrats...

