> ## 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: Feb 12, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-feb-12-2026/ - Published: 2026-02-12T18:48:15.000Z - Updated: 2026-02-12T18:48:15.000Z - Author: Editor Mostly sunny skies this morning will become overcast during the afternoon. Today: 🌤️ High 67° / Low 50° Tomorrow: ☀️ High 69° / Low 50° ### **First Up** ![police](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/02/smpd.jpg) ### Armed robbery near beach leads to freeway chase, five arrests A street robbery near Second Street and California Avenue led to a multi-freeway pursuit late Wednesday that ended with five suspects...[READ](https://www.smdp.com/armed-robbery-near-beach-leads-to-freeway-chase-five-arrests/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184436/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184436/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- ### **Close to Home** [Santa Monica, Malibu Representatives Face 2026 Election ChallengersSupervisor Lindsey Horvath and Councilwoman Traci Park face challengers in 2026 LA elections, with Pacific Palisades fire response and homelessness concerns driving opposition.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-235.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/horvath-map.png)](https://www.smdp.com/westside-incumbents-draw-challengers-in-supervisor-council-races/) [Malibu Council Halts Mobile Home Rent Changes Amid Public OutcryMalibu officials postponed changes to mobile home rent control regulations after overwhelming opposition from residents and park owners at Monday’s council meeting.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-234.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---malibu-1.png)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-council-defers-mobile-home-rent-control-changes-amid-fierce-opposition/) [New Roads Baseball Aims for Historic Fourth Coastal League TitleNew Roads School’s varsity baseball team in Santa Monica seeks a fourth consecutive Coastal League championship, led by seniors Xavier Walker, Ellio LaPorta, and Asamino Spong.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-233.png)SMDPGuest Author![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Team-NRS-26-CB0I3851.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/new-roads-ready-to-continue-revitalized-baseball-dominance/) [Santa Monica Elks Raise $7,000 for Disabled Children’s TherapyThe Santa Monica Elks Lodge raised over $7,000 for disabled children’s therapy through their Mah Jong Mania fundraiser, which drew 60 participants for a day of play.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-232.png)SMDPGuest Author![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/elks.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/elks-support-disabled-children/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [Santa Monica Native Wins NFL’s Top High School Coach AwardPalisades High School football coach Dylen Smith received the 2025 Don Shula Award from the NFL after leading his team through a season despite losing their field in the Palisades Fire.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-230.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/nfl-award.png)](https://www.smdp.com/palisades-football-coached-named-coach-of-the-year-by-nfl/) [LA County Moves to Challenge Trump Fire Rebuilding OrderLos Angeles County Supervisors authorized legal action against a Trump executive order that would bypass local permitting for Palisades and Eaton Fire rebuilding efforts.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-228.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Horvath-2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/la-county-moves-to-challenge-trump-order-on-fire-rebuilding/) [SMC Dance Dept Hosts Free Open House Feb. 17 in Santa MonicaSanta Monica College Dance Department’s free Spring 2026 Open House on Feb. 17 offers opportunities to meet faculty, learn about programs, and sample diverse dance styles.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-227.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Open-House-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-college-dance-department-to-hold-open-house-feb-17/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184437/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184437/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- ### Events [ **Author Talk with Dr. Lindsey Stewart** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/author-talk-with-dr-lindsey-stewart/17839310/2026-02-12T11) Santa Monica College Thu. Feb 12 11:00AM 1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica [ **Rebuild Committee - Santa Monica & PaliBu Chamber** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/rebuild-committee-santa-monica-palibu-chamber/15499169/2026-02-12T15) Zoom link to be sent before the meeting Thu. Feb 12 3:00PM , Santa Monica [ **Rent Control Board Meeting** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/rent-control-board-meeting/13406661/2026-02-12T19) Santa Monica City Hall Thu. Feb 12 7:00PM 1685 Main Street, Santa Monica [ **Westside Witches Presents: Club Cupid** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/westside-witches-presents-club-cupid/17939422/2026-02-12T19) West Side Comedy Theater Thu. Feb 12 7:45PM 1323-A 3rd St, Santa Monica [ **Anti-Valentines Day Party at the Shore Hotel** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/antivalentines-day-party-at-the-shore-hotel/18091546/2026-02-13T15) The Shore Hotel Fri. Feb 13 3:00PM 1515 Ocean Ave., Santa Monica [ **Delphi** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/delphi/17882464/2026-02-13T19) Getty Villa Fri. Feb 13 7:00PM 17985 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades [ **Galentine's Day Celebration of Connection** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/galentines-day-celebration-of-connection/18091548/2026-02-13T17) Upper West Fri. Feb 13 5:00PM 3321 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica [ **Sounds of Santa Monica | Valentine's Day Edition** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/sounds-of-santa-monica-valentines-day-edition/18044902/2026-02-13T11) Santa Monica Place Fri. Feb 13 11:00AM 395 Santa Monica Pl,, Santa Monica [ **Delphi** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/delphi/17882464/2026-02-14T19) Getty Villa Sat. Feb 14 7:00PM 17985 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades [ **LOVE IS IN THE AIR at LouLou** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/love-is-in-the-air-at-loulou/18044903/2026-02-14T11) Santa Monica Place Sat. Feb 14 11:00AM 395 Santa Monica Pl,, Santa Monica [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/021226.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)