Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed Assembly Bill 1740, a new law gives Santa Monica a defined path to a certified Local Coastal Program after more than 50 years without one.
Students at Santa Monica High School have raised concerns over the lack of air conditioning at the school this week as a record-breaking heat wave pushed temperatures along the
Phil Brock is a defender of "neighborhood character" and a vocal critic of what he describes as "Sacramento overreach." As a former Mayor, he focuses on
Wade Kelley represents a homeless community activist perspective, running on a platform of human rights and anti-capitalist critique. He seeks to provide a voice for the most marginalized residents
Lindsay Davis says she brings a "holistic" and "love-based" approach to the race, focusing on ecological development and systemic healing. Her platform seeks to transform
Brett Morrow is a public health professional and current Chair of the Human Services Commission, running on an "equity-driven" platform. His campaign emphasizes the needs of working
As the incumbent Mayor, Caroline Torosis champions a "Renaissance" vision for Santa Monica, seeking to transition the city from post-pandemic recovery into a period of sustainable, equitable
Danny Ivanov centers his platform on social mobility and leveraging his legal expertise to navigate the city's complex regulatory and housing environments. As a member of the Rent
Derrick Townsend runs on a "law-and-order" platform, representing a sharp departure from the city’s recent harm-reduction strategies. His campaign is defined by a deep
Doug Trussler positions himself as the "non-political outsider" and finance expert with a mandate to fix the city’s budget. With 35 years of experience in private
Eli Gill brings "dad energy" to his campaign, focusing on family-centric operational excellence and the functional execution of city services. He positions himself as a pragmatic parent
Ericka Lesley focuses her campaign on the working class and marginalized communities, bringing a grassroots perspective to the council race. She emphasizes the need for inclusive advocacy and economic justice
