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Report Highlights Creative Economy Shift as AI Redefines Work in LA
New data shows job losses but rising wages, as industry leaders call for education reform and AI adoption...READ MORE
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Authorities say Venice deaths were murder-suicide and classify Zelinka’s shooting as homicide
As of Friday, April 24, the Los Angeles Police Department has classified the death of Jeremy Ferguson and Mandy Zelinka as a murder-suicide. LAPD updated their statement on the case Friday adding details to their original description. According to LAPD, officers were called to the home on the 600 block
Matthew Hall
Santa Monica’s Coastal Deregulation Bill: What AB 1740 Actually Does
AB 1740 would remove California Coastal Commission oversight in Santa Monica alone, allowing building expansions up to 150% without review until 2081.
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Barcelona Natural Wine Bar Comes to Santa Monica
Bar Xuntos, a Barcelona-inspired natural wine bar, opens in Santa Monica on April 29. Spanish wines, pintxos, and croquetas from Wine Director Scott Baker and Chef Sandra Cordero.
Maaz Alin
FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directive
The Food and Drug Administration said Friday it will offer ultra-fast review to three psychedelic drugs being developed to treat mental health conditions, including depression, the latest step by the Trump administration toward possible approval of the experimental treatments. President Donald Trump signed an executive order last weekend directing the
Associated Press
Meta slashes 8,000 jobs, or 10% of its workforce, as Microsoft offers buyouts
Meta is laying off about 8,000 workers, or about 10% of its workforce, the company said Thursday as it continues to ramp up spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure and highly paid AI-expert hires. The company said it was making the cuts for the sake of efficiency and to allow
Associated Press
IN CASE YOU MISSED IT
Brian Goldsmith Makes His Case for State Senate
Brian Goldsmith, running for California State Senate District 24, is campaigning across Santa Monica and the Westside, focusing on public safety, affordability, and economic recovery.
Michelle Edgar
Samohi Students Named Finalists in International Conrad Challenge
Three Samohi students named finalists in 2026 Conrad Challenge for their satellite steering technology innovation. Team Aphelion will compete at Space Center Houston in April.
Maaz Alin
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