SANTA MONICA

Nov 26 2024CRIME

The Impact of Prop 47 on Santa Monica's Crime Rate

Let's talk about a big change in Santa Monica, California. In 2014, a law called Proposition 47 was passed. This law changed how some crimes are punished. Before Prop 47, certain crimes like theft and drug possession were felonies. After Prop 47, these crimes became misdemeanors, meaning the punishments were less severe. So, what happened in Santa Monica after this? ...

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Oct 16 2024CRIME

Shooting at Santa Monica College: Tragedy in the Neighborhood

A tragic event unfolded at Santa Monica College when an employee was critically injured in a shooting. This incident happened late Monday evening at the Center for Media and Design campus on Stewart Street. The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital. The college's chief of police, Johnnie Adams, confirmed that the shooting was not a random act but rather a case of wo...

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