Week of October 17, 2024
Week of October 17, 2024
* Israeli media reporting Yahya Sinwar eliminated by Israeli forces in Gaza * DNA checks underway * Official announcement on killing of architect of October7 massacre, pending * Hamas also yet to confirm its leader has been killed * The IDF says no signs of hostages nearby *101 hostages remain in captivity - no clarity how many hostages are alive. Photos surfaced online Thursday allegedly showing the body of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, who Israeli officials suspect may have been killed in a...
In a press release that leaves us with more head-scratching than clarity, Santa Monica College confirmed that the employee who shot a female colleague yesterday, leaving her in critical condition, was, in fact, a suicidal ex-con. The burning question here is simple: what exactly made SMC think this guy was a great hire? Oddly, that critical inquiry doesn't seem to be on SMPD's radar. Following what they describe as a "swift and thorough investigation," SMPD detectives zeroed in on Davon Durell...
UPDATE: All roads now open as of 10:49 am Due to a brush fire, East Bound Santa Monica Fwy remains closed from the McClure Tunnel to Lincoln. All other closures have been lifted. East Bound Santa Monica Fwy is accessible from Lincoln Blvd. October 16, 2024 - A brush fire has forced the closure of two major arteries for the westside. According the a Santa Monica Alert, East Bound and West Bound Santa Monica Fwy will be closed between the McClure Tunnel and 20th St until further notice. Lincoln...
Felicia Hudson, 54, Custodial Operations Manager at Santa Monica College, tragically lost her life following a violent encounter with fellow employee Davon Dean, 39, on Monday. The shocking incident at the SMC Center for Media and Design has left the community reeling. Dean's actions triggered a two-day manhunt, ending in a standoff with law enforcement in El Segundo on Tuesday. Cornered by Sheriff's deputies, Dean died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound, bringing the tragic events to a close....
If you’ve ever dreamed of paying $20 million to sell $15 pints of beer, now’s your chance. Here’s the listing: “For the first time in over 30 years, the prime corner property at 116 Santa Monica Blvd., at the intersection of 2nd Street and Santa Monica, is available. Exclusively listed by MEI Real Estate Services, this redevelopment opportunity includes full building plans and provides a developer with over $52K/month in existing income while finalizing entitlements and permits. Ye Olde...
October 1, 2024 Ocean Water Use Warning for Los Angeles County Beaches The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health cautions residents who are planning to visit the below Los Angeles County beaches to avoid swimming, surfing, and playing in ocean waters: BEACH AREA WARNINGS: Windward storm drain at Venice Beach 100 yards up and down the coast from the storm drain. Mothers Beach in Marina Del Rey The entire swim area. Walnut Creek at Paradise Cove The entire swim area. Marie Canyon Storm...
In 2002 a man broke into Gloria G.'s home. He raped her at knife point and committed several other types of horrific sexual assaults. He threatened to kill her son. He was convicted and sentenced to over 100 years to life in prison. However, because of a change in the law, the man who raped Gloria, who is now over 50 years old, qualified for an elder parole hearing. Because George Gascon has banned prosecutors from attending parole hearings, Gloria, like so many other victims, had to attend the...
A number of my good friends and family have been surprised about my decision to support @realDonaldTrump for president. They have been surprised because my political giving history has been mostly to Democrats, my voting registration has typically been Democrat (in NY, you must be registered to the party in order to vote in the primary, and usually the Republican candidate has no chance to win), and many of our philanthropic initiatives have supported issues that are consistent with Democratic...
As Santa Monica faces rising concerns about crime and public safety, it's more important than ever for voters to understand which candidates genuinely prioritize safety and security for our community. This election, we strongly endorse the slate of Phil Brock, Oscar de la Torre, John Putnam, and Dr. Vivian Roknian for Santa Monica City Council. These candidates have consistently shown a commitment to tackling the city's safety challenges head-on, standing in stark contrast to their opponents...
The historic Georgian Hotel is pleased to host a 'delightfully bitter' Angeleno Amaro Hour on Wednesday, October 16th, from 4 pm to 7 pm at Sirena. Known for their complex beverages with a hint of bitterness, Angeleno Amaro will feature three cocktails for $12 each: Angeleno Spritz, with Angeleno Amaro, Soda Water, and Grapefruit Cordial, Golden Negroni, with Gin, Angeleno Amaro, and Bianco Vermouth, and the tequila-based El Camino, with Tequila, Angeleno Amaro, Agave, and Lime. As a fixture on...
Santa Monica's City Council thinks the city is just fine. One councilmember called the homeless residents our neighbors, their wants and desires equivalent to those of people who pay rent and pay taxes. The 'freedom' of some, most of whom suffer from drug addiction and mental illness, to live in filth, disease and to commit crimes with impunity, is valued over the ability of the rest of society to live healthy lives in law and order. Watch the videos shot and distributed by the Santa Monica...
