Recent News
In early returns, a split-decision in Santa Monica Council races
The Santa Monica City Council race had largely been shaped as a showdown between two incumbents from opposite sides of the Democratic party. On one side, you had progressive mayor Caroline Torosis, on the…
SMC Public Policy Institute Presents 2026 Fall Forum: “Art, Politics, & Democracy: Stories That Shape Us”
The Santa Monica College Public Policy Institute (PPI) will present the 2026 PPI Fall Arts and Cultural Affairs Forum Nov. 16-Dec. 6. The theme for this year’s community discussion is “Art, Politics & Democracy: Stories That Shape Us,” with a focus…
To The Polls
PSA: All BBB Rides Are Free Today (Election Day)
PAL Q and A with Ericka Lesley
Twenty Locally Owned Businesses Receive the City’s First Small Business Microgrants
OPA Update 11/2/26: Election Day Tuesday, La Diperie Now Open, El Niño Prep Tips, & Things To Do This Week
Would Ending Seasonal Clock Changes Make Streets Safer for People Outside Cars?
Mobility
Election 2026
Housing
Letter to the Editor: Save Main Street Responds to Last Week’s Article
Santa Monica Council Upzones 89 Pico Parcels to Limit SB 79 Development, Leaves Door Open to Narrower Plan
City’s First Renter Aid Application Window Closes with 876 Applications
SB 79 Community Information Meeting Set for Tomorrow, August 25. Council Action to Follow on 9/8
