Juan Matute
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Juan writes a column and occasionally does technical stuff for Santa Monica Next.
Waymo Arrives in Santa Monica
Waymo has arrived in Santa Monica. Yes, for several months Waymos have been riding around town gathering data and testing. Sometimes there's a test...
Tuesday’s Philibuster Foreshadows Future Council Gridlock
In advance of Tuesday’s meeting of the Santa Monica City Council, Councilmember Phil Brock placed two items on the agenda. By the end of...
Santa Monica council to consider gender neutral restrooms, some councilmembers concerned
In 2022, Santa Monica’s state senator Ben Allen passed a bill that granted cities authority to require new or renovated public toilet facilities within...
A Taco Stand on the Corner in Santa Monica Is a Great Place for Food and Community
In the 2016 presidential election, a Trump surrogate promised a taco truck on every corner if Hilary Clinton won. This is one of many...
School construction projects create a once-in-a-generation opportunity for safe streets improvements
Santa Monica City and school district have a rare opportunity to work together to make our City’s streets safer for children and families going...
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Commentary: Illinois’ Transit Funding Flop Should Be Cautionary Tale for CA
Over the weekend, the Illinois Legislature met to pass...
This Friday, the Big Blue Bus Will Begin Service to the New LAX Transit Center
This Friday marks an important upgrade to Santa Monica’s...
Santa Monica College Presents the SMC Voice Showcase June 13
The following announcement via SMC:The Santa Monica College (SMC) Music...
OPA Update 6/2/25: OPA June 9 Monthly Meeting Agenda, OPA Needs Help for June 21 MakeMusicLA Events, Planning Commission Reviewing Cannabis Sales on Main...
OPA June 9 Monthly Meeting Next Monday: This month's...