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.
Hello, Saul. See You Around, Jason
A quick programming note.As of today, Jason Islas is taking a leave of absence from Santa Monica Next. Jason is leaving to work on one...
Here’s the Questionnaire We’re Sending to the 10 Candidates for City Council
Santa Monica Next has just sent out the following letter to every registered candidate for City Council. If you know someone running for office,...
Get Ready to #VoteLocal: Santa Monica’s Local Races Take Shape
While much of the nation is wringing its hands over who will become the next president of the United States, Santa Monica’s local races...
Los Angeles League of Conservation Voters: No on L.U.V.E.
The Los Angeles League of Conservation (LALCV) voters released a statement earlier this week urging Santa Monica voters to reject the Land Use Voter...
Get A Peek at the Downtown Santa Monica of 2030
Santa Monica city planners offered a glimpse into the future of the bayside city's thriving downtown Thursday.The new online tool lets visitors see which properties...
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Pacific Park Continues 30th Anniversary Celebration With Special Ride Offers Through June 11
via the Pier Corporation.Pacific Park on the Santa Monica...
Here’s How to Vote Before Election Day in California
With the June 2, 2026, Election Day approaching, California...
City Opens Applications for Boards and Commissions Seats
Santa Monica residents interested in shaping city policy and...
OPA Update 5/28/26: Massilia Restaurant to Open on Main St., Venice Beach’s ‘Ballerina Clown’ CVS is Closing, SMPD Santa Monica Place Substation Grand Opening...
Ocean Park Social Club Cookbook Club on Monday: A Cookbook...

