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Assemblymember Bloom To Host Winter Clothing Drive Benefiting Youth Experiencing Homelessness

Assemblymember Bloom is requesting new or gently used and laundered clothing for youth experiencing homelessness: Sweatpants/Joggers (adult sizes M-XXL) Sweatshirts (adult sizes M-XXL) Rain Gear - umbrellas, ponchos, warmer

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/ 11 Dec 2021

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Democratic Club Meeting

After an eventful year supporting President Biden and the Democratic Congress’ ambitious agenda, soundly defeating the Republican Recall of Governor Newsom, and providing a monthly virtual forum for the community

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/ 11 Dec 2021

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Flight to LA diverted to Oklahoma due to unruly passenger

A flight from Washington, D.C., to Los Angeles was diverted to Oklahoma City after an unruly passenger assaulted a flight attendant, police said. An air marshal who was on

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/ 11 Dec 2021

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Mountain lion kittens found under picnic table in California

Two mountain lion kittens that survived after a litter of four was found under a picnic table are being cared for at a Southern California veterinary hospital, officials said. The

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/ 11 Dec 2021

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BOSTON Varsity Truce: Last parent in college bribery scandal pleads

The last parent ensnared in Operation Varsity Blues — the captivating nationwide college admissions bribery scandal — has agreed to plead guilty, federal prosecutors said. Authorities said I-Hsin “Joey” Chen, 67, of

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/ 11 Dec 2021

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We Are Santa Monica Fund to Accept Donations for Broader Uses to Support Local Recovery, Equity and Vulnerable Residents

At its meeting last night, the Santa Monica City Council approved through a consent item the expansion of donation categories for the We Are Santa Monica Fund, a donor-advised fund

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/ 11 Dec 2021

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Two New Deaths and 1,103 New Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 in Los Angeles County

Due to the presence of the newly identified Omicron variant, L.A. County modified its Health Officer Order for Skilled Nursing Facilities to require routine testing of residents and staff

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/ 7 Dec 2021

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LA, Long Beach ports again delay fines for backlogged cargo

The ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles have again postponed imposing fees on containers left on docks too long, citing progress in moving the cargo from marine terminals. The

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/ 7 Dec 2021

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The Venice Chamber of Commerce Announces the 10th Annual Venice Holiday Sign Lighting

The Venice Chamber of Commerce, local merchants, and the community welcome all to the 10th Annual Venice Holiday Sign Lighting on Saturday, Dec. 4, under the Venice Sign at the

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/ 3 Dec 2021

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Celebrating What We Do and Why It Matters

The Committee for Racial Justice will host a community discussion to reflect and celebrate their antiracist work toward a more equitable community. They will hear from a number of folks

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/ 2 Dec 2021

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“SMC’s Seasons Celebration” Concert December 12

The Santa Monica College Music Department will present the SMC Chamber Choir in “SMC’s Seasons Celebration.” Under the direction of SMC music instructor Jeremiah Selvey and accompanied by SMC

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/ 2 Dec 2021

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As L.A. County Prepares to Deal with the Possible Threat of a New Variant of Concern, Evidence Accumulates on the Protection Offered by the Vaccines

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) reports that cases among staff and residents living in skilled nursing facilities have decreased significantly between October 22 and November

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/ 30 Nov 2021