March 2023

140 independent artists, immersive installations, performances, DJs, and a fully stocked bar await visitors at Barker Hangar The Other Art Fair, a creative and offbeat art festival, is set to take place from March 30 to April 2, 2023, at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica.  The event – which will feature 140 independent artists …

Unconventional Art Festival “The Other Art Fair” Returns to Santa Monica This Weekend Read More »

Hatami, a prosecutor in the Complex Child Abuse Unit at the Hall of Justice in downtown LA, has been vocal in his opposition to DA George Gascón’s policies Jonathan Hatami, a prosecutor in the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s office, announced on Wednesday his candidacy for the district attorney position in the 2024 election. Hatami, …

Prosecutor Jonathan Hatami Announces Bid for Los Angeles District Attorney Read More »

Long-standing pub boasts over 500 whiskeys, rotating selection of craft beers, and improved facilities under new ownership The Daily Pint, a long-standing fixture in Santa Monica, has reopened following an extensive renovation. Located at 2310 Pico Blvd, the pub had been closed for renovations since its acquisition by its current owner, George Hemingway in June …

Santa Monica’s The Daily Pint Reopens Following Extensive Renovation Read More »

Critics say the proposed merger, which is currently under review by the FTC, would create a monopoly in many areas across the country. A coalition of more than 100 organizations from different backgrounds across the United States is banding together to oppose the proposed $25 billion merger of grocery chains Kroger and Albertsons. The coalition, …

Over 100 Organizations Unite to Oppose Kroger-Albertsons Merger Read More »

Bar Monette to feature tapas and wine bar with a mid-century library-inspired interior, with Neapolitan pizza Neapolitan pizza fans, get ready! Bar Monette is coming to Santa Monica on April 7. This refined tapas and wine bar will feature Neapolitan-style pizzas made with high-quality ingredients sourced from Italy.   Located at 109 Santa Monica Boulevard, the …

New Neapolitan Pizza Concept, Bar Monette, to Open in Santa Monica on April 7 Read More »

Last week, hundreds of thousands of Los Angeles families had their lives upended when the United Teachers of Los Angeles (UTLA) joined a three day “unfair labor practices” strike of Los Angeles school employees and their union SEIU Local 99. After presenting a defiant tone early and completely closing most schools during the strike, LAUSD …

Could It Happen Here? SMMUSD Officials Say Chance of Strike Similar to the LAUSD Strike Unlikely Even in the Long Term Read More »