> ## 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 15, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-apr-15-2026/ - Published: 2026-04-15T18:58:52.000Z - Updated: 2026-04-15T18:58:52.000Z - Author: Editor Sunny to partly cloudy. High 66F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph. Today: 🌤️ High 66° / Low 55° Tomorrow: ☁️ High 67° / Low 55° ### **First Up** ![Taco Bell Cantina](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/04/DSC_0041.JPG) SMDP Photo ## Taco Bell Cantina files permits to open in Downtown Santa Monica Taco Bell Cantina, the chain's upscale urban spinoff featuring alcohol service and a modernized dining experience... [READ](https://www.smdp.com/taco-bell-cantina-files-permits-to-open-in-downtown-santa-monica/) ### **Close to Home** [Fast Food Returns to Santa Monica PromenadeSanta Monica approves fast food chains at Third Street Promenade after lifting 2018 ban. Taco Bell Cantina and Raising Cane’s opening downtown to fill vacancies and boost foot traffic.![](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/Taco-Bell.png)](https://www.smdp.com/fast-foods-return-to-the-promenade-draws-upbeat-reactions-from-city-officials/) [Santa Monica-based Snapchat owner cuts 16% of global staff–cites AI efficiencyThe owner of social media platform Snapchat said Wednesday it’s eliminating about 16% of its global workforce, or about 1,000 jobs that will be culled in its latest round of layoffs. Snap Inc. said in a regulatory filing that the job cuts will cost about $95 million to $130![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPAssociated Press![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/2025_SNAP_Lockup_Hrz_Positive_RGB_300.png)](https://www.smdp.com/snapchat-owner-cuts-16-of-global-staff-in-latest-round-of-job-cuts/) [Malibu Explains Wireless Facility Installation RulesThe City of Malibu released a fact sheet explaining wireless facility installation regulations, the city’s review process, and resident rights.![](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---Malibu-2-2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-releases-fact-sheet-on-wireless-facility-regulations/) [EverBank Opens 10th SoCal Branch in Santa MonicaEverBank opens its 10th Southern California branch in Santa Monica at 1630 Montana Ave, offering consumer and commercial banking with ATM access.![](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/Untitled-1-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/everbank-opens-10th-southern-california-branch-in-santa-monica/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [Brookdale Ocean House Kicks Off Bocce Season With Pollinator GardenBrookdale Ocean House in Santa Monica launches bocce season April 15 with Bocce & Botanicals, combining bocce ball with a pollinator garden workshop led by resident Sharon.![](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/2026/04/Cover---Untitled.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/brookdale-ocean-house-kicks-off-bocce-season-with-pollinator-garden-event/) [UCLA Finds AI Missing Key Human Trait, Raises Safety AlarmUCLA Health researchers find AI systems lack internal embodiment and body awareness that humans have, creating safety concerns in high-stakes applications.![](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/Screenshot-2026-04-06-151823.png)](https://www.smdp.com/ucla-researchers-say-ais-lack-of-bodily-experience-poses-safety-risks/) [Baywatch Production Stays in Venice Beach, LA Officials SayBaywatch TV series will continue filming at Venice Beach and Los Angeles County locations after officials resolved permitting challenges.![](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/20260410_182642000_iOS.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/baywatch-to-continue-local-filming-as-officials-restate-importance-of-ongoing-production/) ### Events [ **Biz@Sunset Mixer** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/bizsunset-mixer/16613817/2026-04-15T17) Lunetta Wed. Apr 15 5:00PM 2420 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica [ **Wine Wednesday at the Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/wine-wednesday-at-the-whaler/16952883/2026-04-15T00) 101 Broadway Wed. Apr 15 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [ **Bundy Triangle Night Market** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/bundy-triangle-night-market/18490079/2026-04-17T17) Bundy Triangle Fri. Apr 17 5:00PM 1500 S Bundy Drive, Los Angeles [ **$5 Community Dog Training Classes!** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/5-community-dog-training-classes/11981844/2026-04-18T10) Virginia Ave Park Sat. Apr 18 10:30AM 2200 Virgina Ave, Santa Monica [ **DadTime** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/dadtime/17327106/2026-04-18T09) Virginia Avenue Park (fitness room inside the Park Center) Sat. Apr 18 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/18261574/2026-04-18T11) Getty Villa Sat. Apr 18 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/14970341/2026-04-19T00) Windward Plaza Sun. Apr 19 12:00AM 1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice [ **Commission on Sustainability, Environmental Justice, and the Environment** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/commission-on-sustainability-environmental-justice-and-the-environment/13766366/2026-04-20T19) Civic Center Parking Structure Mon. Apr 20 7:00PM 333 Civic Center Dr, Santa Monica [ **Memories & Movement Senior Club** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/memories-movement-senior-club/14853634/2026-04-21T10) Virginia Avenue Park Tue. Apr 21 10:30AM 2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/041526.pdf?ref=smdp.com)