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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Don’t Forget to Join us for the Santa Monica Next/Streetsblog L.A. Fundraiser on 9/22

With our successful launch in our rearview mirror, it's time to start thinking ahead for our joint fundraiser/party with Streetsblog Los Angeles scheduled for...

Hurdles Remain for Malibu’s Efforts to Make the PCH More Safe, Welcoming to All Road Users

Last week, the City of Malibu released a draft study addressing safety issues on the 21 miles of Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) that runs...

Santa Monica Next: The Video

I'm going to be honest. When Streetsblog San Francisco launched, and they got their own Streetfilm announcing the launch. I was jealous. I didn't...

What is Santa Monica Next?

Today, we formally launch Santa Monica Next, a new online news magazine that looks at what Santa Monica can do now to become a...

Tomorrow: Streetsblog TV Will Live Stream Santa Monica Next’s Launch Press Conference.

Tomorrow at 11 am, Santa Monica Next will host a press conference announcing our formal launch. The event will feature our writing team talking...

Latest

SMFD Launches City Ambulance Program

The following is via the City of Santa Monica. The...

Rick Crocker 5k Run/Walk Coming Back on 5/21

📅 Thursday, May 21, 2026⏰ 4:30 PM📍 Santa Monica...

Another Conspiracy Theory, This One Around a Vehicle Miles Tax, Comes to California

In early 2026, California’s plan to explore replacing its...

West LA Councilmembers Offer Different Responses to Deadly Streets After Crashes

Lead Photo: Memorial where a driver killed three crashing...
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