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Video sponsored by Santa Monica College.
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Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
Thank you - Westside Food Bank
A popular salad chain has opened a restaurant in downtown Santa Monica.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/popular-salad-restaurant-opens-location-in-santa-monica/
A Santa Monica coffee shop is in the process of opening a new location on Sawtelle Boulevard.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/westside-coffee-shop-looks-to-expand-with-sawtelle-location/
As the year comes to a close, here are the top 10 dining stories for Santa Monica in 2022.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/santa-monica-mirrors-top-10-dining-stories-of-2022/
Local restaurant Kye’s Feel Good has closed its Santa Monica location but has two other locations in the works for the Westside.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/kyes-feel-good-leaves-santa-monica/
Cross Lunch Off Your List, Lunch Bunch delivers nutritious, creative and fun to eat meals for kids aged 3-10. Conveniently delivered to your home or directly to school.
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Lunch Bunch
Artist Yeu Q. Nguyen public art installation, High Hopes bring the community together through the power of hope inside one of Tongva Park’s metal overlook structures.
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Video sponsored by School of Rock.
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Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
Thank you - Yeu Q Nguyen
As 2022 comes to a close, here are our top 10 most popular articles of the year.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/santa-monica-mirrors-most-popular-articles-of-2022/
As 2022 comes to a close, here are the top 10 real estate stories for Santa Monica.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/top-10-santa-monica-real-estate-articles-of-2022/
WS Communities (WSC) has filed its first full petition for one of the many projects that they proposed during the Builder’s Remedy period of open applications after nearly two months. The project, located on 7th Street, would be 10 stories tall and include 75 units.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/ws-communities-files-first-santa-monica-builders-remedy-project/
The Los Angeles County Commission on Human Relations recently released its 2021 Hate Crime Report, and the results are among the highest seen since 2002.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/la-county-hate-crimes-reach-highest-level-in-two-decades/
Former Santa Monica Mayor Rex Minter died in a plane crash Thursday when the small plane he was a passenger in crash-landed on Santa Monica Beach.
The Los Angeles Police Department is alerting rideshare drivers of a scam being used to steal from bank accounts while “borrowing” the driver’s phone.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/police-warn-rideshare-drivers-of-passenger-bank-scam/
Police recently arrested two burglary suspects wanted for entering an occupied Culver City home before fleeing when confronted by the residents.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/two-suspects-arrested-for-hot-prowl-culver-city-burglary/
The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District (SMMUSD) is seeking a retrial after a jury ruled that it must pay $45 million to the family of special needs twins who were physically abused by a behavioral aid. In addition, SMMUSD officials last week voted to pay the $45 million over the course of 10 years, citing financial hardship.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/smmusd-seeks-retrial-and-split-payment-in-45-million-in-abuse-lawsuit/
A small plane crash-landed on Santa Monica Beach Thursday.
Main street now has a donut shop! Holey Grail Donuts is serving up made to order taro donuts and unique beverages after its grand opening last week.
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Video sponsored by Santa Monica College.
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Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
Thank you - Holey Grail Donuts
“I write this last message to the community with both a heavy heart and optimism for SMMUSD. My heart is heavy because this is, in fact, my last official message to you as your proud superintendent as I will be joining the Bellflower Unified School District (BUSD) as their new superintendent starting January 1, 2023. My optimism is due to knowing that we are collectively in the middle of something great with respect to us transforming the District,” writes Dr. Ben Drati in a farewell letter.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/column-superintendents-message-farewell-smmusd/
Westsider Lebron James’ Tequila and Mezcal company Lobos 1707 is helping support The Wolf Connection Sanctuary giving wolves and humans the support they need most.
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Video sponsored by Santa Monica College.
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Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
Thank you - Lobos 1707 Wolf-Connect
Animal activist and filmmaker Katie Cleary joins us for a hike and chat through the santa monica mountains showcasing easy ways to help local wildlife.
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Video sponsored by DPP Real Estate.
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Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar.
Thank you -
Katie Cleary
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Beloved mountain lion P-22 was euthanized over the weekend due to “several severe injuries and chronic health problems.”
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/p-22-euthanized-following-medical-evaluation/
Santa Monica City Council has approved a 20-year contract for digital wayfinding to BIG Outdoors amid legal threats from IKE Smart City, the main competition in the bidding process. IKE Smart City made claims of infringement and unrealistic financial projections during the RFP process as part of the City’s Community Partnerships Program.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/santa-monica-approves-wayfinding-kiosk-bid-amid-contentious-rfp-process/
The property at 1617 Broadway in Santa Monica has been sold at the price of $9.2 million.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/santa-monica-commercial-property-sells-for-9-2-million/
A real estate developer was sentenced recently to four years in federal prison for offering to buy a million-dollar home for a Los Angeles County public official in exchange for the official’s assistance securing a $45 million county lease for the developer.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/local-developer-sentenced-federal-prison-for-offering-a-million-dollar-bribe-to-secure-a-45-million-la-county-lease/
The homelessness population of Los Angeles who contract COVID are 2.35 times more likely to die than someone in the general population, according to a new study by UCLA, USC, and Los Angeles County.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/homelessness-is-linked-to-a-higher-risk-of-death-from-covid-in-l-a-county-ucla-study-shows/
Amid a chilly run of weather, Santa Monica’s annual Polar Bear Swim at the Annenberg Community Beach House returns this weekend.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/santa-monicas-annual-polar-bear-swim-returns-this-weekend/
Biologists recently tranquilized the mountain lion known as P-22 and transported him to a wild animal care facility for a full health evaluation. They say, however, that the cat’s condition appears to be deteriorating and that euthanasia is possible.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/euthanasia-on-the-table-following-p-22s-capture/
The Santa Monica Pub Crawl is back this weekend and ready to raise money for The Westside Food Bank! Many of Santa Monica’s favorite bars and restaurants will take part in the festivities this Saturday with exclusive $6-$9 food and drink deals throughout the night.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/santa-monica-pub-crawl-returns-this-weekend/
Legendary New Orleans Fried Chicken restaurant has officially opened its Venice location, just south of the Santa Monica border.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/willie-maes-opens-in-venice-just-south-of-santa-monica/
The Westside Food Bank 'Million Meals Match' Doubles Your Donation now through December 31st. Learn more in this video sponsored by Santa Monica College
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Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
Thank you - Westside Food Bank
A holiday-themed Locals’ Night is coming to the Santa Monica pier this week with art, music, dance, Marionettes, Santa Clause and more.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/holiday-themed-locals-night-on-the-santa-monica-pier-this-week/
Santa Monica College (SMC) has maintained a 32-year consecutive streak as the No.1 transfer college to the University of California (UC) system, per 2021-2022 transfer data released recently by the UC Information Center. SMC sent 1,200 students to UC campuses in the prior academic year—147 more transfers than the No.2 feeder college.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/smc-marks-32-consecutive-years-as-no-1-in-uc-transfers/
Santa Monica police recently arrested four suspects wanted for stealing a catalytic converter from a Prius parked near Virginia Avenue Park. When making the arrest, police located four additional Prius catalytic converters in one of the suspect’s car.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/four-arrested-for-catalytic-converter-theft-near-virginia-avenue-park/
The George Wolfberg Park has officially opened. Hear from city officials, law enforcement, and locals about this long anticipated community gathering space.
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Video sponsored by DPP Real Estate
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Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
Thank you - LA Parks City of Los Angeles
Community Corporation of Santa Monica is nearing completion on its Las FLores development on 14th Street near Pico Boulevard.
https://smmirror.com/2022/12/mixed-use-affordable-housing-development-nearly-complete-in-santa-monica/
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Santa Monica Real Estate Report - November 14th, 2022 - Property, Developments, And Listings On The Westside. * City Approves Second Pedestrian-Only Promenade Like Space in Downtown * England’s New Prime Minister Owns A $7.2M Dollar Santa Monica * Local Properties For Sale And Rent In Your Neighborhood! . Host - Juliet Lemar . Sponsored by DPP Real Estate
A vacant courthouse building in West L.A was recently bought by the County for potential affordable housing. . Video sponsored by @deasypenner.
Arnold Schwarzenegger visits a veterans day event hosted by Village for Vets. Hear what veterans have to say about it in this video. . Video sponsored by Guaranteed Rate Affinity. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
Jam Spot gives travelers and remote workers on-demand meeting spaces while supporting local businesses and private residents who have unique, inspiring spaces that often go unused. . Video sponsored by Vistamar School. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
1000gm is a non-profit organization helping chess players around the world achieve their dreams of becoming a GrandMaster. Learn more in this video brought to you by Santa Monica Auctions. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
Clinical researchers at the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System have begun a phase 2 clinical trial for a first-in-class botanical drug against head and neck cancers. To participate in the study you can contact [email protected] . Video sponsored by Yes on SMC. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
Santa Monica Auctions is hosting its bi-annual live art auction this Sunday November 6th starting at 1pm, see some of what's on offer in this video. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
A bill signed by Governor Newsom has barred all new construction developments in California from requiring parking spaces - if built half a mile from a public transit stop. . Video sponsored by @VistamarSchool.
Santa Monica Real Estate Report - October 31st, 2022 - Property, Developments, And Listings On The Westside. * Westside Home Featured On ‘million Dollar Listing’ Gets Price Reduction * New Mixed-Use Building On Wilshire Providing 71 Units Of Housing * Local Properties For Sale And Rent In Your Neighborhood! . Host - Juliet Lemar . Sponsored by Pence Hathorn Silver
The Victorian in Santa Monica is one of the oldest buildings in the city. Learn about the history and the stories that follow this iconic restaurant and bar. . Video sponsored by The Canyon Club & Special Events Center. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
The Ballona Creek Trash Interceptor™ Pilot Project has officially launched. In this video we take a tour onboard and meet the CEO and Founder of The Ocean Cleanup, the company behind the design of the interceptor. . Video sponsored by School of Rock. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar Thank you - Boyan Slat Los Angeles County Public Works The Ocean Cleanup
Parents of children attending John Muir Elementary say the district failed to respond to water damage and mold leading to the closure of the campus. . Video sponsored by Distinguished Speaker Series.
Santa Monica Real Estate Report - October 24th, 2022 - Property, Developments, and Listings on the Westside. * The Historical Georgian Hotel Is Getting A Revamp * Santa Monica Ranked Among Highest Monthly Household Expenses In California * Local Properties For Sale And Rent In Your Neighborhood! . Host - Juliet Lemar . To sponsor this episode contact [email protected].
Magnolia Villas is a newly constructed 39 unit 62+ affordable housing community on Broadway and 10th. Learn what services it provides in this video sponsored by Guaranteed Rate Affinity.
Veterans receiving over 30%-60% AMI will be ineligible for housing on the West L.A VA Campus. . Video sponsored by The The Canyon Club & Special Events Center. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
Family owned Mr. Bones Pumpkin Patch has been serving the Westside for 35 years and this year they have expanded even more, see what's new in this video. . Video sponsored by Santa Monica College. Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar Thank you - MrBones
As animal shelters reach capacity it's more important than ever to support your local shelter. Meet some of the animals who will be available during the shelter's fall adoption drive in this video. . Video sponsored by Santa Monica College. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
After her Palisades Gallery was burglarized, Katie O'Neil asks for the return of her treasured paintings. . Video sponsored by Los Angeles Marathon. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
May marks the beginning of polo season at the Will Rogers Polo Fields. Experience this fun sport while learning about its historical significance in this video brought to you by Brad Dela Cruz - Reverse Mortgage Professional Nmls#582941. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar Thank you - HYT Polo
Santa Monica Beat - May 2nd, 2022 - Local news and culture in under 5 minutes. * New Trader Joe's Opens In Downtown Santa Monica * AFM Returns To Santa Monica For In-Person Event All this and more on today’s show was made possible by Santa Monica College.
Wellness & Waves is a community event that encourages healthy living for people of all levels. Join in the fun every Saturday between March 26th and April 30th. More information in this video brought to you by School of Rock. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar Thank you - Santa Monica Pier
Headline: Santa Monica Auctions Showcasing World Class Fine Art at Bergamot Station Auction event. Santa Monica Auctions is hosting its bi-annual live outdoor art auction on May 15th at Bergamot Station Arts Center. See some of the exquisite pieces in a variety of mediums that will be up for auction at the event in this video. . Video sponsored by SantaMonica Auctions. . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar Thank you - @bermanartprojects SantaMonica Auctions . . . . . . #localnews #news #videonews #artauction #localart #bergamontstation #santamonicaauctions #art
Santa Monica has four unique areas that each have their own community police officers. Today we meet the officers who patrol beat two in this four part series. Video brought to you by Gary Spatz's - The Playground: A Young Actor's Conservatory . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar
STōK Cold Brew and DK's Donuts & Bakery are offering a joint combo in celebration of #NationalColdBrewCoffeeDay. Free donuts and coffee will be available at the "Awake & Bake" event happening on infamous 4/20. . Video sponsored by Grace Marijuana Weed Delivery . Reporter Juliet Lemar
In this four part series we’ll be getting to know community police officers who patrol each beat in Santa Monica. Today we met the officers from beat one. . Video sponsored by Roots And Wings . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar Thank you - Santa Maria Police Department
Santa Monica Beat - April 18th, 2022 - Local news and culture in under 5 minutes. * City Council Votes To Symbolically Punish Russia Financially * Big Blue Busses Will Once Again Accept Cash Fares All this and more on today’s show was made possible by Santa Monica College.
For the first time in 3 years Broadway star and Palisades native Lyrica Woodruff returns to perform at The Broad Stage for a special ‘A Petite Soirée Guest Artist Spotlight’ on May 7th performance hosted by Westside Ballet. . Thank you - Westside School of Ballet
Resilient Palisades in collaboration with the city is hosting a family friendly Earth Day Festival on Saturday, April 16th at Will Rogers State Historic Park. Find out how to get involved and what to expert in this video. . Sponsored by Sunshine Volleyball Club . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar Thank you - Resilient Palisades
Village for Vets in collaboration with Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC and Don and Lorraine Freeberg Foundation provided a free mobile dental clinic for homeless veterans. . Video sponsored by Alex Villanueva, L.A. County Sheriff . Reporter / Producer - Juliet Lemar Thank you - Village For Vets
Santa Monica Beat - April 11th, 2022 - Local news and culture in under 5 minutes. * City Council Debates New Bus Fare System * Council Planning To Increase Campaign Contributions For Individuals All this and more on today’s show was made possible by Santa Monica College.
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