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FIRST UP
The hydrants will run dry: Trump’s LA fire claims missed the mark, study shows
As firefighters battled catastrophic fires in Los Angeles last January, one question reverberated across the country: Where was the water?
Cal Matters
Malibu Council Rejects County Library Plan, Demands ‘World-Class’ Facility
The Malibu City Council unanimously rejected a proposed $13 million library expansion at their last meeting, instead directing staff to develop plans for a comprehensive “world-class” facility that would also serve as a community center.
Maaz Alin
School District Receives Positive Financial Certification
The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District board unanimously approved its First Interim Budget Report for 2025-26 on Thursday, which projects significant deficits over the next three years while still earning a positive financial certification from Los Angeles County education officials.
Maaz Alin
IN CASE YOU MISSED
Santa Monica Beach to become an athletic events hub with upcoming activations for the World Cup, Superbowl and Olympics
Santa Monica is preparing to transform its coastline into a global entertainment destination, with city officials moving forward on negotiations for five major events tied to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 2027 Super Bowl and 2028 Olympic Games.
The Santa Monica City Council will consider on Dec. 16 whether to
Matthew Hall
EVENTS
Live Music Fridays at The Surfing Fox
120 Colorado Ave
12/19/2025 6:00pm
CA Contact Info (424) 214-1830 matt.sedgwick@candrpr.com Visit thesurfingfoxsm.com to view menus and learn more Santa Monica
Beginner Reformer Pilates at Good Body Pilates Studio
Good Body Pilates Studio 3229 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica
12/20/2025 10:00am
Good Body Pilates Studio Santa Monica