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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What’s Next Episode 8 : Katie Neginsky

This week's podcast features Katie Neginsky with the International Women's Resource Center. IWRC is a "community of learning, support, and resources for refugee and...

Help Us Plan What’s Next Episode 9 with Dr. Antonio Shelton, the New Superintendent of SMMUSD

We expect the podcast with the IWRC's Katie Neginsky to drop either tomorrow or Thursday. But while we wait we are happy to announce...

Get Metro Go Pass for Your SMMUSD Students for Free Rides on Metro/BBB

The following is a lightly modified press release from Metro. As the new school year begins, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) encourages...

Newest Iteration of “Santa Monica Is Not Safe” Sign as Mis-leading as It Is Insulting

The "Santa Monica Is Not Safe" sign has been a local irritant for both businesses trying to lure shoppers back to the 3rd Street...

Metro Bus Skids off the Sidewalk in Downtown Santa Monica. City and Metro Respond Quickly.

After my weekly Friday morning beach path run, my friend and I like to grab a coffee at Jinky’s at 2nd and Santa Monica...

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Meet Our New Board Chair, Steve Horn

Streetsblog California, Streetsblog San Francisco, and Streetsblog Los Angeles,...

Santa Monica’s Aging and Disability Action Plan Moves Forward

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

SMMUSD Superintendent’s Message: Welcome to the 2024-25 School Year

Dear Parents, Guardians, Staff, Students and Community Members, Welcome back...
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