> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.smdp.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Newsletter: Apr 03, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-apr-03-2026/ - Published: 2026-04-03T19:04:04.000Z - Updated: 2026-04-03T19:04:04.000Z - Author: Editor A mix of clouds and sun during the morning will give way to cloudy skies this afternoon. High 73F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. Today: 🌤️ High 73° / Low 59° Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 77° / Low 56° ### **First Up** ![wildfire](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/04/Cover-111.png) Review: Malibu upgrades emergency systems including radios and mobile sirens after independent review of fire response. (Courtesy Image) ## Malibu Reviews Wildfire Response, Outlines Fixes After Devastating 2024-25 Fire Season The City of Malibu has already begun overhauling its emergency operations systems following an independent review of its response to the Franklin and Palisades fires.... [READ](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-reviews-wildfire-response-outlines-fixes-after-devastating-2024-25-fire-season/) ### **Close to Home** [Allegation that Gavin Newsom presides over an ’empire of fraud’ doesn’t stickBy Dan Walters, CalMatters This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Gavin Newsom’s management of California’s government has certainly been less than stellar. During his seven-plus years as governor, he and a Legislature controlled by fellow Democrats have expanded programs, created new ones,![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPCal Matters![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/111225_Dana-Williamson_MG_CM_12.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/allegation-that-gavin-newsom-presides-over-an-empire-of-fraud-doesnt-stick/) [Top-two race in Los Angeles makes strange political bedfellowsBy Jim Newton, CalMatters This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Rules governing elections are generating novel possible outcomes in the races for California’s two top executive offices — the governorship and the mayoralty of Los Angeles — and in LA they’re producing strange bedfellows as![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPCal Matters![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1200/2026/04/031926_Cesar-Chavez-LA_TS_CM_01.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/top-two-race-in-los-angeles-makes-strange-political-bedfellows/) [Santa Monica Easter Weekend Guide: Pool Days & BrunchesComplete guide to Santa Monica Easter weekend events April 2-5 including Annenberg pool days, pier fitness classes, Venice Holi festival, and luxury Easter brunches.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPSean Besser![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/waves.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/around-town-spring-splashes-and-easter-brunches/) [Westside Women Leaders Unite for LA Olympics 2028Santa Monica Councilmember Lana Negrete and LA Councilmember Traci Park lead regional partnership event at Viceroy, focusing on cross-city collaboration for LA28 Olympics and economic recovery.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/CCL00649.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/power-of-partnership-women-leaders-unite-across-cities-at-community-collective-to-shape-the-future-of-the-westside/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [Palisades Insurance Crisis: 4 Candidates Face HomeownersFour California Insurance Commissioner candidates discussed rebuilding challenges facing Palisades wildfire victims, addressing FAIR Plan issues and market reforms at coalition forum.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_6270.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/insurance-will-decide-if-we-rebuild-candidates-face-palisades-reality-in-high-stakes-forum/) [Lindsey Buckingham attacked by suspected stalker at Santa Monica appointmentGuitarist and vocalist Lindsey Buckingham was attacked by a suspected stalker who threw an unknown substance at him when he arrived for an appointment in Santa Monica on Wednesday. The woman, who is known to Buckingham from past incidents, entered the building where the 76-year-old musician had an appointment, threw![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/police-tape.png)](https://www.smdp.com/lindsey-buckingham-attacked-by-suspected-stalker-at-santa-monica-appointment/) [SMMUSD Completes AI Training for All Staff, Starts PilotSanta Monica-Malibu Unified School District completed AI literacy training for all staff and launched high school pilot using Google Gemini.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---SMMUSD-2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/smmusd-completes-ai-literacy-training-for-all-staff-launches-student-pilot/) ### Events [ **DadTime** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/dadtime/17327106/2026-04-04T09) Virginia Avenue Park (fitness room inside the Park Center) Sat. Apr 4 9:00AM 2200 Virginia Avenue, Santa Monica [ **Roman Garden: Seed Ball Workshop** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/roman-garden-seed-ball-workshop/18261574/2026-04-04T11) Getty Villa Sat. Apr 4 11:00AM 17985 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades [ **Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/venice-electric-light-parade-sundays-at-sunset/14970341/2026-04-05T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Apr 5 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [ **Architectural Review Board** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/architectural-review-board/14046461/2026-04-06T19) Mon. Apr 6 7:00PM , Santa Monica [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2026-04-07T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Apr 7 10:30AM 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica [ **Wine Wednesday at the Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/wine-wednesday-at-the-whaler/16952883/2026-04-08T00) 101 Broadway Wed. Apr 8 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/040326.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)