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Smoke free zone extended to 30 feet of any public building

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 01/13/2023 - 20:49
In addition, unlawful smoking in both common and public areas will now result in a warning first, before any punitive action.
Maudit 2.0 film festival introduces unique, off-the-beaten path cinema to the West side

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 01/13/2023 - 16:01
Highways Performance Space in Santa Monica will be screening a wide array of films in person and on-line in coming weeks.
Covid outlook remains optimistic, but City Council urges more boosters, vaccinations

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 01/12/2023 - 19:54
Despite over 90 percent of the Santa Monica population having received at least one Covid-19 vaccination, the City Council urges everyone to continue having booster shots, since only 34 percent of Santa Monica residents have received one since September of last year.
After accusations of undercounting, county officials make changes for the 2023 homeless count

Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 01/12/2023 - 16:00
With the annual homeless count on the horizon, county officials have announced plans to revise the system for measuring homelessness.
Limited storm damage as sunny skies return to Santa Monica
Santa Monica Daily Press
Thu, 01/12/2023 - 08:00
WEATHER: While other parts of California have been damaged Santa Monica escaped the recent storms without significant harm. Matthew Hall Original, on-the-ground reports from Santa Monica in your inbox daily, Monday-Saturday. As the sun begins to peek out ...
Men’s Volleyball Hosts First All-Time Alumni Day and Match Jan. 13

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 01/11/2023 - 23:00
Volleyball is hosting its first-ever All-Time Alumni Day & Match at which all players and coaches from past years will be present. Guests include legendary/U.S. Olympian athletes and coaches Butch May,
In-N-Out Burger Expanding East of Texas, 1st Stop Tennessee

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 01/11/2023 - 23:00
In-N-Out Burger announced Tuesday that it plans to open a corporate office in Tennessee and restaurants in and around Nashville by 2026, marking the company’s first expansion east of Texas. Gov. Bill Lee joined In-N-Out Burger owner and President Lynsi Snyder along with other government and company officials in announcing plans for an office to
Port of Long Beach Dockworker Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy Count for Fraudulently Billing Union’s Health Plan for Sexual Services

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 01/11/2023 - 23:00
A dockworker at the Port of Long Beach pleaded guilty today to participating in a scheme that submitted fraudulent bills to his labor union’s health insurance plan for sexual services or for physical therapy that never was provided.
Two applicants to fill Rent Control Board vacancy
Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 01/11/2023 - 16:05
Original, on-the-ground reports from Santa Monica in your inbox daily, Monday-Saturday. When the Santa Monica Rent Control Board (RCB) fills a vacancy this week, it will have replaced four of its ...
LA County declares a homeless emergency
Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 01/11/2023 - 16:05
Matthew Hall Original, on-the-ground reports from Santa Monica in your inbox daily, Monday-Saturday. Homelessness was top of mind for many voters in the November elections and new local leaders ...
LA County declares a homeless

Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 01/11/2023 - 16:00
Homelessness was top of mind for many voters in the November elections and new local leaders are coming out swinging on the issue
New veterinary services come to Santa Monica
Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 01/10/2023 - 23:39
Pet owners now have new resources to keep their animals healthy and happy. Palms and Paws Veterinary Center celebrated their opening.
Crime watch: Drug DUI

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 01/10/2023 - 23:00
Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) personnel observed a man passed out at his wheel in a car with the engine running and blocking the street at 5th and Wilshire
Third lottery within six months to exceed $1billion

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 01/10/2023 - 20:38
Today, the Mega Millions multi-state lottery will soar past an estimated jackpot of $1.1 billion, that’s nine zeroes, making this evening’s draw one of the largest lottery payouts in history. This marks the third time inside of six months that a lottery draw inside the U.
Storm warnings issued but city receives little more than a soaking
Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 01/10/2023 - 16:07
Original, on-the-ground reports from Santa Monica in your inbox daily, Monday-Saturday. The winter storm moving through the area triggered wind, flood and beach warnings yesterday but Santa Monica ...
Storm begins soaking Santa Monica
Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 01/10/2023 - 00:49
Original, on-the-ground reports from Santa Monica in your inbox daily, Monday-Saturday. The winter storm moving through the area has triggered wind, flood and beach warnings. The National Weather Service is predicting winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph.
Providence Saint John’s Health Center a Participant in Breakthrough A-Fib clinical trial

Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 01/09/2023 - 23:00
Patients at Providence Saint John’s Health Center participated in a recently completed global clinical trial to test the safety and effectiveness of a revolutionary device to treat persistent atrial fibrillation,
City of Santa Monica to Highlight Black Resistance During Black History Month 2023

Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 01/09/2023 - 23:00
This February, the City of Santa Monica will commemorate Black History Month with the theme of Black Resistance. To kick off the month, the City will host food trucks on February 1 at both City Yards and City Hall along with music and dancing.
The Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts Presents Cirque FLIP Fabrique: Muse

Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 01/09/2023 - 23:00
Québec-based Cirque FLIP Fabrique will perform in Smothers Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 1, at the Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts. Tickets, starting at $25 for adults or $25 for youth 17 and under,
SMC Emeritus Art Gallery to Host Free Online Opening Reception for Artist Charles Dickson’s “The Manifestation of Form” Jan. 19

Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 01/09/2023 - 23:00
Emeritus Art Gallery is pleased to present an exhibition of creative works by California master sculptor Charles Dickson. The exhibition will run from January 19 to April 28 in the Emeritus Art Gallery at 1227 Second St.