House Democrats ushered in a new generation of leaders with Rep. Hakeem Jeffries elected to be the first Black American to head a major political party in Congress. Local congressman
Local organizations celebrated Dia de los Muertos including activities the carousel on the Pier. The Santa Monica History Museum celebrated Día de los Muertos with a pop-up exhibit featuring ofrendas,
Friends of the Venice Library (FoVL) hosted hundreds of people who attended a grand re-opening of the Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library that included a reptile show attended by dozens
Council continued making previously temporary measures prompted by the pandemic permanent. After formalizing parklets earlier in the year, they approved permanent changes to the way the city issues permits for
Six police sergeants and two public service officer supervisors were promoted up the ranks due to their exceptional character and work ethic. Additionally, five new police officers joined patrol unit
The Santa Monica Daily Press won a lawsuit filed by a local woman accused of harassing tenants. Santa Monica resident Patricia Anglano, who stated in court she is also known
Erica Cuyugan was appointed Library Director. She first served as interim director following Maria Carpenter’s departure in 2016 and held the interim role again for ten months following Patty
