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.
Progressive Slate of Hall, Raskin, Snell and Zernitskaya on Track for City Council Sweep
As progressives across the country mourned the results of the national election, progressives in Santa Monica could take solace that the progressive United Democratic...
To. The. Polls.
To. The. Polls.Tomorrow is finally election day in Santa Monica and across the country. Many of you have voted already. I know I have.But...
Winterer: Threat to Overhaul Staff Bigger Threat to City than SB 10
Ted Winterer is a former Mayor of Santa Monica and City Councilmember. He is still active as a political activist with Communities for Excellent...
OPA: Due to weather concerns, the Main St. Halloween events are being moved to Sunday.
Main Street HOWL-O-WEEN Event & Pet Costume Contest (Sunday 3 - 6pm): Enjoy a spooktacular afternoon at the annual Main St. HOWL-O-WEEN event. Dress up your...
Safety Tips for Halloween from Santa Monica Families for Safe Streets
Santa Monica Families for Safe Streets shares this list of safety tips for tonight. You can join their efforts to make Santa Monica a...
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Governor Signs Major Changes to CEQA to Cheers from YIMBYs, Jeers from Environmental Groups
Note: Assemblymember Rick Zbur and Senator Ben Allen, Santa...
Santa Monica Public Library launches Community Mapping survey
The following is a submission from the City of...
Santa Monica and West Hollywood Bus Lane/Stop Enforcement Programs Start Today
The following article is also found at Streetsblog Los...
New Rules for BBB Go Into Effect Today: Drivers Can Deny Rides to Repeat Offenders
The following is a press release from the City...