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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Horvath Announces “Termination” of Ocean Avenue Mental Health Housing
Lindsey P. Horvath, Supervisor for Los Angeles County, has directed the termination of two proposed interim housing projects on Ocean Avenue in the City...
Council Will Consider “Road Map for Cities Renewal,” New City Manager’s Plan to Recreate City’s Renaissance
At Tuesday’s meeting, the City Council will consider City Manager Oliver Chi’s “Realignment Plan” aimed at addressing the city’s financial instability, economic decline, and...
Metro to Offer Free Rides Countywide on Election Day to Help Voters Get to the Polls
Voters Can Also Drop off Mail-in Ballots at 10 Metro StationsThe Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) will make it easier for Angelenos...
Culver City Wants In on “Entertainment Zone” for Its Downtown
Image: Culver City. View the entire PDF here.The City Council of Downtown Culver City has directed staff to work with the Economic Development Subcommittee to begin...
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...
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Santa Monica Implements New State Requirements for City Council Meetings
The following is an announcement from the City.The city...
OPA Update 8/3/26: City Pursues Homeless Services at Palm Motel, National Night Out Tuesday, Ocean Park Social Club Summer Picnic Series Thursday, & Other...
Ocean Park Social Club Summer Picnic Series (Thursday): Join your...
Letter to the Editor: SMMUSD Responds to Article About Returfing at Ocean Park School House
Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District prioritizes student safety and...
Transit Advocates Open Second Front in Fight to Reverse Newsom’s CARB Climate Funding Cuts
California transit, housing, and environmental advocates are escalating their...

