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Why is Santa Monica writing $5k checks to 20 local businesses?

Three members of city staff decided who received the funds.

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Exterior of a modern high school building with a large 'Samohi' sign, fenced grounds and trees.

NO STUDENTS INVOLVED

Small fire at Samohi, principal confirms

The fire was quickly extinguished by staff.

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Man with long hair and beard leaning over a podium, speaking into a microphone in a conference room.

THE MANE EVENT

New dad Dick Lucas won’t stop pressing City Council over homelessness

He's a regular fixture at City Council meetings.

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Exterior of a small grocery store called The Farms with a black awning, large storefront windows, and a curbside SUV parked on a sunny street.

EXCLUSIVE

The Farms: losing $30K per month after secret sub-lease tax dispute, closing October 30

The final day of operation will be October 30.

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Small bird carcass wedged between weathered wooden planks behind a wire mesh.

AVIAN GRAVEYARD

Why are so many dead pigeons hanging under the Santa Monica Pier?

The nets have been in use since 2009.

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Why is Santa Monica writing $5k checks to 20 local businesses?

Small fire at Samohi, principal confirms

New dad Dick Lucas won’t stop pressing City Council over homelessness

The Farms: losing $30K per month after secret sub-lease tax dispute, closing October 30

Why are so many dead pigeons hanging under the Santa Monica Pier?

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