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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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...

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...

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Streetsblog Legislative Update: Summer Recess Edition

With the legislature set to meet again next week,...

Court Grants Injunction Pausing Overnight Operations at Waymo’s Broadway Facilities

On July 27, 2026, the Los Angeles County Superior...

Appian Way Reopens Following Accelerated Pier Bridge Demolition

The following is a submission from the City of...

Coastal Commission Staff Fumes at “Unpermitted” Turf Replacement at Ocean Park School House

In January, the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District re-turfed...
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