A Justified Fear
This morning as I woke up, I underwent my normal routine: sit up, listen to NPR, scroll through Twitter, and check the news on FlipBoard. As I was mindlessly working my way through social media, I read a brief story that peaked my interest.
Gavin Newsom Could Pick Harris Stand-In
Kamala Harris has served as a California Senator since 2017, but if elected as Vice President, she will have to vacate her seat. While the House of Representatives holds special elections whenever there is a vacancy, some states, including California, allow governors to appoint a temporary Senator until the next Congressional election.
California Governor Gavin Newsom is in charge of finding a replacement for Harris, the United States’ second Black female Senator. While Newsom has not confirmed his list of potential appointees, his top two rumored choices are California Secretary of State Alex Padilla and California Attorney General Xavier Becerra, according to a CalMatters report from August.
When Will We Know Election Results?
2020 has been anything but simple, with the uncertainty of the pandemic and the presidential election. The Trump-Pence vs. Biden-Harris campaign race will end once the election results are officially announced. While the possibility that a presidential winner will be announced on election night still exists, it may take a week -- or even a month -- before we know who our president and vice president will be for the next four years.
Even though Americans are used to having a projected winner from news stations on election night, these predictions are based on assumptions from partial voting results. The winner of the election for each state will be announced once every vote has been counted.
Mentalism and Magic Hit The Broad Stage
Live interactive experience with renowned mentalist, illusionist Scott Silven provided by The Broad Stage.
Santa Monica City Council Voter Guide
A guide for the candidates running for Santa Monica City Council in the 2020 Election.
REVIEW: 'The Social Dilemma': The orchestrated horror behind your screen
"The Social Dilemma" first premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January 2020. The documentary was then brought to Netflix on Sept. 7 and has been trending on Netflix’s “Top 10 in the U.S.” since its release.
Staying Entertained in Quarantine
From learning to braid hair to tapping into one of life’s mysteries, people have discovered new ways to help themselves stay entertained while staying safe inside.
How SMC’s Nursing Program Has Transformed During a Global Pandemic
How the Santa Monica nursing program been operating ever since the global pandemic turned everyone’s life around.
Some SMC Programs Expected to Resume In Person Starting Spring 2021
With the recent announcement that SMC Spring 2021 term would have online instruction, students in need of recourses may be able to enter the SMC or Bundy Campus
Santa Monica Election Guide
An election guide on the candidates on the 2020 Santa Monica Ballot.
The Impact of Breast Cancer
One in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. Breast cancer usually affects women over 50, but can happen at any age. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month - a global annual campaign to increase awareness, support, and early detection of breast cancer.
Hollywood Goes for Take Two
On June 12, the state of California approved the resumption of TV, music, and movie production, including big-budget studio, independent, and student films. Hollywood is adjusting to the changes seen in production with the onslaught of COVID-19.
A Socially Distanced Halloween
Freeform’s “31 Nights of Halloween” is a month-long event on the network’s channel, showcasing Halloween-themed movies during the entire month of October. This year the channel also hosted their first-ever drive-through event, “Halloween Road,” in Pasadena, which ran from Oct. 2-5.
GRLSWIRL
"When a womxn steps on a skateboard she is overcoming fear. The strength that's gained is one more tool that's now available to boost her self-confidence as she navigates other challenges in life. That tool is not only useful, but fun and liberating. She can be whoever she chooses to be," said GRLSWIRL co-founder, Julia Ama.
Teaming Up to Make Voting Accessible
Since the ongoing pandemic began in March, live sporting events inside stadiums have been cancelled for fans in Los Angeles. However, some L.A. sports organizations have come together to repurpose their stadiums to serve as polling places. Athletes have also taken part in voter advocacy, with many famous sports stars educating communities and motivating them to hit the polls in order to participate in the upcoming general election.
Don’t Blame the Freshmen
The graduating class of 2020 has had one of the more somber educational experiences in recent times.