Biden gives first State of the Union Address
President Biden addressed the nation on a multitude of topics, from the war in Ukraine to the economy and the need for bipartisanship.
Russia Launches Invasion of Ukraine
Thursday morning, Russian forces moved across the Ukrainian border and began a siege of Ukraine.
LA City Council Delays Vote to Criminalize Homelessness
The LA City Council votes to delay a motion to criminalize homelessness amid shelter closures.
Housing tips for SMC's International Students
The International Education Center (IEC) of Santa Monica College (SMC) helps international students by interviewing students and their parents to find suitable off-campus housing.
SMC’s second annual Giving Thanks(giving) Holiday Grocery Giveaway.
Volunteers and SMC students and staff worked together to provide groceries to 1,500 students for this year's Holiday Grocery Giveaway
Newsom Challenges Vaccine Mandate for Prison Staff
California Governer Newsom and California Correction Officer's Union fight against judicial COVID-19 mandates for the state's thousands of prison guards.
SCOTUS Hears Cases on Texas Abortion Laws
The Supreme Court of the United States heard 2 cases related to the recent controversial Texas abortion bill SB8.
USC March Against Sexual Violence
Students took to USC's 28th street, commonly known as “Frat Row”, to express their discontent with recent incidents of sexual assault.
Set Workers for Safety
A tentative agreement has been reached, delaying a strike among IATSE members ahead of ratification votes. After the tragedy that occurred on the set of the new Alec Baldwin film, many crew members fight to have their voices heard.
California First To Require COVD-19 Vaccinations in K-12 Schools
California Governor Gavin Newson introduced a vaccination mandate for children attending in-person classes.
Wildlife Rescue Response After Orange County Oil Spill
A look into the massive wildlife rescue response in the wake of the devastating Orange County oil spill.
Santa Monica Rallies for Low-Cost Housing
Inclusive Santa Monica and Abundant Housing LA advocate for affordable housing in Santa Monica.
SMC Football Players Test Positive For COVID, Game Against West LA Postponed
SMC's game against West LA College postponed because of COVID-19 concerns.
CMD Campus a Food Desert Once Again
At Santa Monica College's Center for Media and Design, affordable meals are in a state of limbo.
Pro-Recall Protests as Biden Campaigns for Newsom Rally
Protests broke out on the evening before the election results as President Joe Biden and Gov. Gavin Newsom campaigned.
Santa Monica College Requires Vaccines For All On-Campus Students
The institution also mandates masks at all times indoors and requires students pass a mobile screening through the SMC GO app daily.
9/11 memorial service at Beverly Hills Fire department:
Beverly Hills Fire Department held 9/11 memorial at The 9/11 Memorial Garden.
Opportunity Burglaries at SMC
As students and staff members return to campus for the Fall semester, the Police Chief of Santa Monica College advises protection against Opportunity Burglaries.
New Tsunami Hazard Map Shows Santa Monica's Vulnerable Areas
Southern California's coastal communities can mitigate the plausible risks of a major tsunami with awareness and preparation.
Santa Monica Faces Pandemic Pollution
Trash pollution on Santa Monica’s local beaches has increased due to previous COVID-19 protocols at restaurants. Single-use plastic masks litter the beaches and take-out bags flood the shores in an attempt to protect people from the virus.