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Iconic PCH diner, Patrick’s Roadhouse closed, campaign launched to save it
Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 04/24/2024 - 16:00
Legendary Pacific Coast Highway (PCH) diner, Patrick’s Roadhouse has closed and current owner, Anthony Fischler, is attempting to renegotiate a new, long-term lease with the building’s landlord. However,
The children affected by Aliso Canyon’s gas leak want to ban fracking
Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 04/24/2024 - 16:00
More than 70 high school students across California submitted opinion pieces to CalMatters’ second annual Earth Day contest. The 2024 contest theme was "What solution should Californians running for office support to help address climate change?
Santa Monica Mayor Phil Brock honored at annual charity celebration
Santa Monica Daily Press
Wed, 04/24/2024 - 03:00
Premium Santa Monica news in your inbox. It's free, cancel anytime. “I am humbled and amazed by this praise from people I love and respect so much,” said Brock.
Will Rogers students, faculty celebrate Earth Day

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 04/23/2024 - 19:18
In advance of Monday’s Earth Day celebration, students and faculty of Will Rogers Learning Community had a green-thumbed party of their own, hosting an Earth Day Festival at the campus’ regenerative farm.
Cyclists seize the streets in unique Venice ridealong

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 04/23/2024 - 19:16
On April 21, over five miles of Venice Blvd. were transformed into car-free open streets thanks to nonprofit organization CicLAvia
Master plan for Grant campus approved by school board

Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 04/23/2024 - 18:48
The future big-picture plans for one of the SMMUSD campuses are now clearer after the April 18 meeting of the district’s Board of Education.
Work starts on bullet train rail line from Sin City to the City of Angels
Santa Monica Daily Press
Tue, 04/23/2024 - 16:00
A $12 billion high-speed passenger rail line between Las Vegas and the Los Angeles area has started construction, officials said Monday, amid predictions that millions of ticket-buyers will be boarding trains by 2028.
Opinion: Moving the needle

Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 04/22/2024 - 21:31
"I hope there’s a silent majority who want to see our local leaders engage with each other and to do so with honesty, empathy and competence"
Council to debate how residents can get stoned

Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 04/22/2024 - 18:24
Among the items are the development of rules for adult-use cannabis establishments and a policy to use low-carbon concrete in construction
Californians are worried about crime, setting the stage for a ballot measure showdown
Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 04/22/2024 - 16:00
Democrats completely dominate California’s state government, and one aspect of that hegemony is their ability to act without compunction. When doing whatever they want to do, Democratic officeholders don’t have to worry about competition from the state’s shriveled-up Republican Party nor,
California has to rid itself of a ‘no’ mentality to change its relationship with cars
Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 04/22/2024 - 16:00
More than 70 high school students across California submitted opinion pieces to CalMatters’ second annual Earth Day contest. The 2024 contest theme was “What solution should Californians running for office support to help address climate change?
Project learning, career education growth highlighted by school board
Santa Monica Daily Press
Mon, 04/22/2024 - 16:00
The number of students within Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) gaining crucial skills and knowledge for future career paths has grown exponentially, according to an update given to the SMMUSD Board of Education on April 18.
Safer Communities Coalition announce 900,000 signatures collected to amend Prop 47

Santa Monica Daily Press
Sat, 04/20/2024 - 03:02
Prop 47 reclassified some of the lowest-level, nonviolent crimes, however, critics say it has led to unintended consequences
Around Town: Earth Day, arts and eats

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 04/19/2024 - 19:56
Guide to Food & Entertainment Goings-On In & Around Town this Earth Day weekend includes an Artists Fair on the beach, Grilled Cheese & Beer Night, Where to Eat or Order Passover Dinner, and much more!
Fear mongering and name calling is not good policy or leadership

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 04/19/2024 - 19:41
You may have seen footage or social media posts of Tuesday’s rally at Reed Park sponsored by a group known as “the Santa Monica Coalition,” the same folks behind the “Santa Methica” and “Santa Monica is Not Safe” signs on the Promenade that are harming local businesses.
McDonald’s unreliable ice cream machines might be a climate solution
Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 04/19/2024 - 19:27
The infamous unreliability of McDonald’s ice cream machines have built support for the next iteration of the right to repair movement.
Opinion: Measure GS – one year later

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 04/19/2024 - 19:08
The stated goal of Measure GS was to generate an estimated $50 million annually to fund public schools and homelessness prevention
Monument continues service as site of vigilance, reflection

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 04/19/2024 - 18:54
The Venice Japanese American Memorial Monument marks where people of Japanese ancestry were transported to the concentration camp at Manzanar
Governor pledges oversight for cities lagging on solving homelessness

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 04/19/2024 - 18:49
The Democratic governor said he will move 22 state personnel from a housing enforcement unit to help cities and counties deliver on projects
Once a Loyola Marymount class project, now Nosotros Tequila is top shelf

Santa Monica Daily Press
Fri, 04/19/2024 - 18:40
The tequila and mezcal are produced from small distilleries in Mexico that use traditional techniques to produce the unique blend of agaves

Santa Monica Pro and Prep Sports

Giants season prediction: A pleasant brand of chaos

Fri, 02/28/2020 - 22:29
He has covered 27 World Series, 19 Wimbledons and many other major events, including the Super Bowl, World Cup soccer, NBA Finals, four major golf tournaments and U.S. Open tennis championships. He graduated from Santa Monica High School in 1966 and UC Berkeley with a B.A. in journalistic studies in 1971.
8 Cultural Highlights From The Kobe Bryant Memorial

Tue, 02/25/2020 - 02:34
Today was the heartfelt tribute and celebration for the lives of basketball legend Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gigi Bryant. Here are the cultural highlights, from Alicia Keys to Christina Aguliera and Beyoncé.
'He was my everything': NBA's Kobe Bryant mourned at emotional Los Angeles tribute

Tue, 02/25/2020 - 02:00
A gallery of basketball legends joined thousands of Kobe Bryant fans in Los Angeles on Monday to pay tribute to the transcendent NBA star, his daughter and seven others who died in a helicopter crash last month that shocked the world of sports and beyond.
Orange County girls basketball top 25 rankings, Feb. 24

Tue, 02/25/2020 - 00:42
9. Huntington Beach (22-5): Marisa Tanga and Alyssa Real shared MVP honors in the Surf League. 10. Crean Lutheran (27-4): Saints regrouped after league struggles to reach Saturday’s 3AA final against Santa Monica at Azusa Pacific at 10 a.m. Schedule and ticket info for CIF-SS boys and girls soccer championships Friday and Saturday Schedule ...
'He was my everything': NBA's Kobe Bryant mourned at Los Angeles arena

Mon, 02/24/2020 - 23:43
A gallery of basketball legends joined thousands of Kobe Bryant fans in Los Angeles on Monday to pay homage to the transcendent NBA star, his daughter and seven others who died last month in a helicopter crash that sent shockwaves through the world of sports and beyond.
Schedule and ticket info for CIF-SS boys and girls basketball championships Friday and Saturday

Mon, 02/24/2020 - 23:39
Girls Open Division: Mater Dei vs. Windward, 5 p.m. Boys Open Division: Mater Dei vs. Sierra Canyon, 8:30 p.m. Girls Division 3AA: Santa Monica vs Crean Lutheran, 10 a.m. Boys Division 2AA: Santa Clarita Christian vs St. Francis, noon Girls Division 2A: San Clemente vs Bishop Amat, 2 p.m. Boys Division 2A: Ribet Academy vs Hesperia, 4 p.m ...
Schedule for CIF-SS boys and girls basketball championships Friday and Saturday
Mon, 02/24/2020 - 23:39
Girls Open Division: Mater Dei vs. Windward, 5 p.m. Boys Open Division: Mater Dei vs. Sierra Canyon, 8:30 p.m. Girls Divisoin 3AA: Santa Monica vs Crean Lutheran, 10 a.m. Boys Division 2AA: Santa Clarita Christian vs St. Francis, Noon Girls Division 2A: San Clemente vs Bishop Amat, 2 p.m. Boys Division 2A: Ribet Academy vs Hesperia, 4 p.m ...
No more baseball games on the radio? What the A’s move to streaming could mean

Mon, 02/24/2020 - 20:05
Guitar Salon International is a store in Santa Monica that sells guitars via their showroom and online (guitarsalon.com); they call themselves “the premier online community, showroom and shop for classical guitars, flamenco guitars and guitar accessories.” Now I know it’s just one show, and it seems to be a sponsored show in which the ...
Warriors have clear path to promising center James Wiseman

Sat, 02/22/2020 - 23:45
He has covered 27 World Series, 19 Wimbledons and many other major events, including the Super Bowl, World Cup soccer, NBA Finals, four major golf tournaments and U.S. Open tennis championships. He graduated from Santa Monica High School in 1966 and UC Berkeley with a B.A. in journalistic studies in 1971.
There’s nothing good about the A’s radio news

Fri, 02/21/2020 - 21:47
He has covered 27 World Series, 19 Wimbledons and many other major events, including the Super Bowl, World Cup soccer, NBA Finals, four major golf tournaments and U.S. Open tennis championships. He graduated from Santa Monica High School in 1966 and UC Berkeley with a B.A. in journalistic studies in 1971.
The Lakers, the Clippers and a rare fight for L.A. basketball primacy

Fri, 02/21/2020 - 02:08
A customer at his Santa Monica shop, Active Barbers, had handed him freebie tickets to the Clippers, but he cautioned me not to confuse his presence with his loyalties. “I’m Lakers, man, all my life,” he said. “The Clippers got all the right pieces, but let’s face it: The reason I’m here is that the ticket is free.” He pointed at ...
A touch of royalty as Sabrina Ionescu brings No. 3 Oregon women to town

Thu, 02/20/2020 - 22:55
He has covered 27 World Series, 19 Wimbledons and many other major events, including the Super Bowl, World Cup soccer, NBA Finals, four major golf tournaments and U.S. Open tennis championships. He graduated from Santa Monica High School in 1966 and UC Berkeley with a B.A. in journalistic studies in 1971.
CdM girls’ basketball falls short in comeback attempt against Lancaster in CIF Division 3AA quarterfinals

Thu, 02/20/2020 - 10:19
“They deserve to be here, too. I’m just glad my kids didn’t quit.” Lancaster will stay on the road to face top-seeded Santa Monica in the semifinals on Saturday. Alexander had a team-high 14 points to go with six rebounds and two assists for ...
Prep baseball roundup: El Camino Real, Cleveland show City Section can match up against Southern Section

Wed, 02/19/2020 - 04:00
Long Beach Millikan 4, Marina 1: Emmanuel Morales went three for three to lead Millikan. Chaminade 5, Santa Monica 1: Carter Graham hit two doubles and Oskar Stark threw three shutout innings for the Eagles. Sophomore Ford Dreifort, son of former Dodgers pitcher Darren Dreifort, had two hits for Santa Monica. El Toro 6, Aliso Niguel 2 ...
Legacy Spotlight: Peggy Michel

Tue, 02/18/2020 - 11:51
Born in Santa Monica, California, Peggy Michel parlayed a stellar college career into considerable success on the professional tennis tour. On her way to earning her BA in Education from Arizona State University in 1972, she was twice US collegiate doubles champion (1971-72) and twice a finalist in singles (1968, 1971). Turning pro after ...