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Newsletter: Dec 24, 2025

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It's the day before Christmas and you know what that means? Crazed last-minute shoppers driving like Mad Max from store to store — and in the pouring rain, no less. Stay safe. 🏎️ 🚓 ☔

Front & Center

Waymo beats Santa Monica to the courthouse with surprise lawsuit

Autonomous vehicle company Waymo has filed a lawsuit against Santa Monica to block the city's demand to cease overnight operations at two Broadway charging facilities. The city cited resident complaints about noise and light, while Waymo argues its operations are permitted...READ

Close to Home

Santa Monica’s 30-Year Bright Light Deal: $8M Annually for Digital Signs
Santa Monica City Council unanimously approved installing 16 digital signs on the Promenade, each generating $500,000 annually despite concerns from Downtown Santa Monica Inc.
SMDPDevan Sipher
Malibu’s $50M PCH Safety Plan Tackles America’s Traffic Crisis
Malibu is installing guardrails, sidewalks and bike lanes on PCH as a national report reveals 112 Americans die daily on roads, with most states receiving mediocre safety grades.
SMDPMaaz Alin
Google Preserves Route 66 History With AI Ahead of Centennial
Google has launched an interactive digital hub preserving Route 66 history using AI, showcasing 33 roadside attractions including Santa Monica’s endpoint.
SMDPMaaz Alin

In Case You Missed

Santa Monica Appoints Darrick Jacob as First Internal Police Chief in 40 Years
Darrick Jacob has been appointed Santa Monica’s Police Chief after serving with SMPD since 2004. He is the first internal candidate selected for the role in over 40 years.
SMDPMaaz Alin
Pacific Palisades Developer Plans LA Breakaway After Wildfire
Developer Elaine Culotti is leading a Pacific Palisades secession movement from Los Angeles after the city’s poor response to wildfire debris removal and recovery efforts.
SMDPMichelle Edgar
Santa Monica Approves Digital Billboards That Could Generate Millions
Santa Monica City Council voted 6-0 to establish a digital billboard district along the Third Street Promenade that could generate $3.5-7 million annually for downtown revitalization.
SMDPMaaz Alin

Events

Live Music Fridays at The Surfing Fox

120 Colorado Ave

Fri. Dec 26 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

Sat. Dec 27 10:00AM

Good Body Pilates Studio, Santa Monica

Walking Meditation

Beach lot 5 South

Sat. Dec 27 8:00AM

2600 Bernard Way, Los Angeles

Yarniacs of Mar Vista

Mar Vista Branch Library

Sat. Dec 27 11:00AM

12006 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles

Santa Monica Airport Antique Market

Santa Monica Airport

Sun. Dec 28 8:00AM

2800-3200 Airport Ave, Santa Monica

Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset

Windward Plaza

Sun. Dec 28 12:00AM

1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice

Memories & Movement Senior Club

Virginia Avenue Park

Tue. Dec 30 10:30AM

2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica

Tech & Tasks

Pico Branch Library

Tue. Dec 30 4:00PM

2201 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica

Tuesday Open Mic

Westside Comedy Theater

Tue. Dec 30 10:00PM

1323-A 3rd St, Santa Monica

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