As a 21-year-old freelance journalist, I mostly cover local political developments. Whether I am attending the latest meeting of the Santa Monica City Council, or covering our very own Associated Student board, I am frequently struck both by how important the issues that appear in front of these bodies are, and by the alarming lack of public participation and oversight present at their deliberations.

With a proposed change in the funding formula from the Governor’s office, SMC could see a $12 million drop in revenue

Former SMC student Violet Paley has used the platform she's gained from tweeting about James Franco to educate the masses on consent.

Twenty-year-old Michelle Carter was infamously convicted in Massachusetts of involuntary manslaughter for sending a series of text messages that encouraged her boyfriend to commit suicide. Carter was convicted in June of 2017 in the case Commonwealth vs. Carter. While the morality of her actions can be discussed, the question is, what legal actions can be taken for what you speak or write?

"Smell something, say something," advocacy group states on their website.

Students not only watch Japanese drumming, but learn to play

An SMC biology professor who teaches karate will take his students to the Zentokukai Annual Karate Gathering in Arizona.

The car company will be among employers from various industries such as food service, retail, and education.

Performances from rappers like Wiz Khalifa, Schoolboy Q, and Kid Cudi entertain smokers and rap fans alike.

Santa Monica College to bring ten swimmers to San Jose following the team's final conference results in April

Tensions were high as board members and students alike expressed their opinions on the controversial decision made at last Monday's board meeting on April 30. Students used the public comments section to express unhappiness at the decision.

The Dolphins played final game at home in 24-7 loss against OMBAC

Clubs took over the quad to recruit new members interested in everything from chess to learning French

Only a semester old, the Chess Club prepares to host its first tournament.