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Newsletter: Apr 15, 2026

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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
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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

Close to Home

Fast Food Returns to Santa Monica Promenade
Santa 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.
SMDPMatthew Hall
Santa Monica-based Snapchat owner cuts 16% of global staff–cites AI efficiency
The 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
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Malibu Explains Wireless Facility Installation Rules
The City of Malibu released a fact sheet explaining wireless facility installation regulations, the city’s review process, and resident rights.
SMDPMaaz Alin
EverBank Opens 10th SoCal Branch in Santa Monica
EverBank opens its 10th Southern California branch in Santa Monica at 1630 Montana Ave, offering consumer and commercial banking with ATM access.
SMDPMaaz Alin

In Case You Missed It

Brookdale Ocean House Kicks Off Bocce Season With Pollinator Garden
Brookdale 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.
SMDPMaaz Alin
UCLA Finds AI Missing Key Human Trait, Raises Safety Alarm
UCLA Health researchers find AI systems lack internal embodiment and body awareness that humans have, creating safety concerns in high-stakes applications.
SMDPMaaz Alin
Baywatch Production Stays in Venice Beach, LA Officials Say
Baywatch TV series will continue filming at Venice Beach and Los Angeles County locations after officials resolved permitting challenges.
SMDPMatthew Hall

Events

Biz@Sunset Mixer

Lunetta

Wed. Apr 15 5:00PM

2420 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica

Wine Wednesday at the Whaler

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

Bundy Triangle

Fri. Apr 17 5:00PM

1500 S Bundy Drive, Los Angeles

$5 Community Dog Training Classes!

Virginia Ave Park

Sat. Apr 18 10:30AM

2200 Virgina Ave, Santa Monica

DadTime

Virginia Avenue Park (fitness room inside the Park Center)

Sat. Apr 18 9:00AM

2200 Virginia Avenue, Santa Monica

Roman Garden: Seed Ball Workshop

Getty Villa

Sat. Apr 18 11:00AM

17985 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades

Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset

Windward Plaza

Sun. Apr 19 12:00AM

1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice

Commission on Sustainability, Environmental Justice, and the Environment

Civic Center Parking Structure

Mon. Apr 20 7:00PM

333 Civic Center Dr, Santa Monica

Memories & Movement Senior Club

Virginia Avenue Park

Tue. Apr 21 10:30AM

2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica

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