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Newsletter: Feb 19, 2026

By Editor

A steady rain early...then remaining cloudy with a few showers.
Today: 🌧️ High 57° / Low 41°
Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 59° / Low 44°

First Up

LA Galaxy
Courtesy of LA Galaxy

From the Neighborhoods to the World Stage; How the LA Galaxy Are Turning Community Impact Into a World Cup Legacy

The LA Galaxy were recently named 2025 Community Impact Club of the Year by Major League Soccer, an honor voted on by all 29 MLS clubs and finalized by league..READ

Close to Home

Concrete panels clog Santa Monica Channel after the storm
Los Angeles Councilwoman Tracy Park took to Instagram this week to update residents on a strange sight just north of Santa Monica where concrete slabs had fallen into the storm drain. She said crews would work to clear the area when it was safe to do so. View this post
LA Health System Delivers Record Care Despite Budget Cuts
LA County Health Services delivered 2.9 million patient visits and served 480,000 patients in 2025 despite budget challenges across 4 hospitals and 23 clinics.
LA 2028 Olympics Unveils Flag Football Emblem at Super Bowl
NFL and LA28 revealed flag football’s official Olympic emblem during Super Bowl broadcast, marking the sport’s 2028 Los Angeles Olympics debut.
LA County Advances Wildfire Recovery Authority for Mountains
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approves Disaster Recovery Rebuild Authority for Santa Monica Mountains and Altadena after 2025 wildfires.


In Case You Missed It

Public Input Sought on LA Lincoln Boulevard Bus Lanes
Caltrans is asking for public feedback until April 17 on extending bus lanes on Lincoln Boulevard through Los Angeles from Venice to Manchester.
Who’s running for California Insurance Commissioner? Here’s a look at the field of candidates
By Guest Commentary, CalMatters This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Because of the first anniversary of the devastating Southern California wildfires, CalMatters asked candidates for the 2026 state Insurance Commissioner race to share thoughts on what the state can do to help victims and
Flash floods hit Palisades Fire burn zones, close roads
Flash floods from Monday’s storms caused mudslides on Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Pacific Coast Highway in Palisades Fire burn areas, closing roads.
Malibu Invests $415,000 in Education and Wildfire Preparedness
Malibu City Council has approved $415,000 in grants to support local education ($315,000) and wildfire preparedness ($100,000) through two community nonprofits.

Events

Genesis Invitational

Riviera Country Club

Thu. Feb 19 8:00AM

1250 Capri Dr, Pacific Palisades

The Genesis Invitational: Thursday Admission

The Riviera Country Club

Thu. Feb 19 7:00AM

1250 Capri, Pacific Palisades

JBNZO

Harvelle's Santa Monica

Thu. Feb 19 9:30PM

1432 4th St,, Santa Monica

Genesis Invitational

Riviera Country Club

Fri. Feb 20 8:00AM

1250 Capri Dr, Pacific Palisades

The Night Sky Show

(MSB 126 Planetarium)

Fri. Feb 20 6:00PM

Math & Science Building, 1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica

Downtown Walking Tour

Hosteling Intl.

Sat. Feb 21 10:00AM

1436 2nd Street, Santa Monica

Genesis Invitational

Riviera Country Club

Sat. Feb 21 8:00AM

1250 Capri Dr, Pacific Palisades

Perry's Beach Club | SATURDAY 2/21

Sat. Feb 21 3:00PM

930 Pacific Coast Highway, Santa Monica

Amor Film Festival

Illusion Magic Lounge

Sun. Feb 22 12:00AM

1418 4th St, Santa Monica

Genesis Invitational

Riviera Country Club

Sun. Feb 22 8:00AM

1250 Capri Dr, Pacific Palisades

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