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Jenna Chandler is the editor of Santa Monica Patch (read her introduction to the site here). She studied journalism at Chapman University, where she was editor-in-chief of the student newspaper, <i>The Panther</i>, and interned in the newsroom at the <i>Orange County Register</i> and NBC News Los Angeles. In 2008, she was distinguished as the Register&#39;s Outstanding Student Journalist of the Year. 

Jenna joined Patch in October 2010 as the editor of San Juan Capistrano Patch after covering crime and government at the <i>Porterville Recorder </i>in California&#39;s Central Valley. There she built a portfolio of stories that had resounding effects in the community, including a series that forced the City Council to reallocate thousands of dollars in misspent funds, and a weeklong report on public-sector salaries that led to the resignation of a city manager.  

When she&#39;s not working, you&#39;ll find Jenna perusing record stores for Neil Young vinyl, eating pizza and hiking. 

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Santa Monica Bonds Under Review for Downgrades

Moody's Investors Service announces it will review bonds and issuer ratings for possible downgrades in 30 California cities. Santa Monica's finance director says she's confident the city's ratings won't tick down.

Santa Monica Bonds Under Review for Downgrades
Santa Monica, CA|News|

Candidates 'Denounce' Developer PAC Endorsements

Gleam Davis, Shari Davis and Terry O'Day say they denounce independent political action committees that out-spend and misrepresent candidates. Candidates not supported by Santa Monicans United for a Responsible Future weigh in, too.

Candidates 'Denounce' Developer PAC Endorsements
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Chez Jay Designated a Landmark

Nautical-themed restaurant treasured by celebrities and locals alike was poised for a major redo to better match the vibe of the future Palisades Garden Walk.

Chez Jay Designated a Landmark
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Final Decision Made on Historic Post Office

In a decision that's bound to displease many Santa Monica residents, the federal agency says the sale of the Fifth Street property is in the "best interest of the Postal Service and its customers."

Final Decision Made on Historic Post Office