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Santa Monica Beat

Watch highlights from a vigil held Sunday to remember the victims of Santa Monica's June 7 shooting rampage.

Seven Days Show

Find out what famous musical the Santa Monica Playhouse is bringing back to its stage.

Santa Monica Beat

Updated details of the fatal Santa Monica shooting spree on Friday.

Santa Monica Beat

Watch highlights from the SMPD's Saturday afternoon press conference about the Santa Monica shootings.

15-year-old Samohi sophomore Cydney Kone, a level 10 gymnast, poses during practice at the Broadway Gymnastics School in Los Angeles.  Kone is a balance beam specialist and hopes to perform one day in the Olympics.

Sports, Samohi, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Gymnastics

Local Gymnast Balances Perseverance With Success To Reach Olympic Goal

Posted Jun. 18, 2013, 3:37 pm

15-year-old Cydney Kone, a level 10 gymnast on the Broadway Gymnastics School team and a sophomore at Santa Monica High School, is actively planning her future by training for a promising career in gymnastics. Kone said that her goal is to one day compete in the Olympics and is already en route with her recent bronze win at the Region I Championships held April 12-14 in Phoenix, AZ. "My goals in gymnastics are to compete for Stanford University, and or go to the Olympics," said Kone.

News, Santa Monica, Police Department

Bicyclist Sentenced Following Crash With Pedestrian At Third Street Promenade

Posted Jun. 18, 2013, 12:52 pm

A bicyclist who slammed into a pedestrian at the Third Street Promenade in June 2012 causing serious injuries was sentenced May 31 to three years formal felony probation and 30 days of community service.

Dean of Counseling and Retention Brenda Johnson Benson has been selected SMC’s 2013 Manager of the Year.

News, Santa Monica College, Santa Monica

Santa Monica College Names Its Manager Of The Year

Posted Jun. 18, 2013, 9:22 am

Santa Monica College Dean of Counseling and Retention Brenda Johnson Benson has been named SMC’s 2013 Manager of the Year.

The MoFongo dish at Sunny Spot is composed of plantain, garlic, bacon, herbs, ginger oil, and eggs.

Dining, Venice, Food

Sunny Spot Shines In Venice

Posted Jun. 18, 2013, 9:18 am

Also saucily known as “Hot Spot” amongst my friends (for reasons you will have to see for yourself) – Sunny Spot, a Venice-thriving brunch, happy hour, dinner, and bar spot is my newest favorite of the infamous Kogi clan.

Ty Jones (Sam Cooke), Matt Jones (Cassius Clay), and Kevin Daniels (Jim Brown) in Kemp Powers’ “One Night in Miami...” that’s on stage at the Rogue Machine through July 28.

Seven Days, Theater, Santa Monica

"One Night In Miami..." On Stage At Rogue Machine Through July 28

Posted Jun. 18, 2013, 9:15 am

In a stunning upset, on February 25, 1964, 22-year-old Cassius Clay defeats Sonny Liston winning the World Heavyweight Champion crown.

News, Apb, Santa Monica, Police Department

Homeless Man Arrested After Challenging Three Hotel Employees To A Fight

Posted Jun. 18, 2013, 9:02 am

On Wednesday, June 5, at 8:45 pm officers of the Santa Monica Police Department were called out to a hotel in the 1700 block of Ocean Avenue in order to investigate an assault incident.

Samohi pitcher Conner Greene winds up to throw the ball in the third inning in the first game against Woodrow Wilson on March 12, 2013.

Sports, Samohi, Baseball, Santa Monica

Samohi Pitcher Conner Greene Signs With Toronto Blue Jays

Posted Jun. 17, 2013, 11:35 am

Santa Monica High School’s star-pitcher Conner Greene signed a minor league contract with the Toronto Blue Jays after being drafted in the 7th round, 205th overall, in the MLB First Year-Player Draft. Greene signed his contract in Florida Wednesday afternoon. “It was very exciting signing my first contract,” said Greene. “My goal now is to get bigger, better, stronger and move out of rookie ball by the end of the year.”

The Lennon Sisters will perform two shows in Santa Monica this weekend as part of a Charity Event and Fundraiser at the Santa Monica Bay Woman’s Club.

Seven Days, Music, Santa Monica

Lennon Family Charity Event This Friday, Saturday In Santa Monica

Posted Jun. 17, 2013, 9:31 am

The third annual Lennon Family Charity Event and Fundraiser will be held at the Santa Monica Bay Woman’s Club this Friday and Saturday.

Nurse-midwife Deborah Frank (right) in a postpartum consultation with new mother Tory Farrington and her son Adam, who is now six weeks old. Frank has been granted “admitting privileges” at Saint John’s Health Center in Santa Monica.

News, Health, Santa Monica, Saint Johns

Midwifery Care Now An Option At St. John's Health Center

Posted Jun. 17, 2013, 9:29 am

In addition to her 30 years of experience and 2,500-plus births, certified nurse-midwife Deborah Frank has one more achievement to add to her already impressive resume. Frank has become the first nurse-midwife to be granted “admitting privileges” at Saint John’s Health Center, giving expectant mothers the choice of midwifery care in a hospital setting.

News, City Council, Santa Monica, Housing

$8 Million Bond To Fund 41 Santa Monica Affordable Apartments

Posted Jun. 17, 2013, 9:26 am

Affordable housing and the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium – two issues impacted by the loss of redevelopment – were both on the City Council’s last Tuesday night agenda.

News, Transportation, Santa Monica

Santa Monica Temporary Lane Closure Locations Through June 21

Posted Jun. 17, 2013, 8:55 am

Santa Monica temporary lane closures and delays are possible during daytime hours today through Friday, June 21 in the following locations.

News, Apb, Santa Monica, Police Department

Bail Set At $1000 For Santa Monica Man Who Stole Pants, Sunglasses

Posted Jun. 17, 2013, 8:50 am

Bail was set at $1000 for a 60-year-old Santa Monica man who stole grey pants and a pair of sunglasses from a retail store on Wednesday, June 5.

Candles are seen lit Tuesday morning outside the house on the corner of Yorkshire and Kansas in Santa Monica where Friday's shooting rampage began.

News, Santa Monica, Pico Boulevard

Santa Monica Procession, Vigil Tonight; Updated Route Information

Posted Jun. 16, 2013, 9:32 am

In response to a rash of shootings and the persistence of gang related homicide in Santa Monica's Pico Neighborhood youth, parents, and community leaders are holding a vigil and procession today to bring healing to the community.

Dining, Santa Monica, Food

The Counter Giving Free Burgers Today For Father's Day

Posted Jun. 16, 2013, 9:26 am

Today is Father’s Day -- and The Counter is giving families the chance to show their dads how much they appreciate all the big and little things by hooking him up with a free burger.

Seven Days, Music, Santa Monica, Palisades Park

Make Music Los Angeles – Santa Monica This Friday, June 21 At Palisades Park

Posted Jun. 16, 2013, 9:21 am

The City of Santa Monica will partner with Make Music Los Angeles this Friday to join a countywide celebration by hosting musical performances throughout the day in Palisades Park.

Dr. Sonja Rosen is a board-certified geriatrician with the top-ranked UCLA Geriatrics Program in Santa Monica and Westwood. For more information, call 310.319.4371.

Health, Ucla, Senior, Santa Monica

All About Aging: Men’s Health 101

Posted Jun. 16, 2013, 9:17 am

June is “Men’s Health Month,” and the week leading to Father’s Day is “Men’s Health Week” to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of diseases common among men.

Lemonade For Life: Think Positive Thoughts.

Seven Days, Santa Monica, Columnist

Lemonade For Life: Think Positive Thoughts

Posted Jun. 16, 2013, 9:14 am

Wishful thinking is a positive way to look at the world. Wishful thinking can help you get through many challenges of everyday life. How we handle these challenges can affect our overall health.

Ron Pollack, Families USA Executive Director

Health, Santa Monica, Columnist

Can Medicare Save Money? How The Part D Program Can Be More Cost-Effective

Posted Jun. 16, 2013, 9:11 am

Since Medicare Part D went into effect in 2006, prescription drugs have been an integral part of the Medicare benefit package. So, the question of how seniors can save additional money on medications often comes up, but so does the question of how the entire Medicare Part D program can be more cost-effective and save taxpayers money without jeopardizing enrollee benefits.

Herbs and spices are packed with antioxidants that help protect your brain cells from aging and defend against the damage caused by toxins.

Health, Dr. Mao, Santa Monica, Columnist

Simple Brain Boosters From Your Pantry: Dr. Mao's Wellness Central

Posted Jun. 16, 2013, 9:03 am

Are you feeling foggy in your mind as spring leads into summer heat? This Brain and Vision Blend recipe will enhance your cognitive function and brighten eyesight with tasty antioxidant herbs and spices.