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Newsletter: Jan 20, 2026

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Today: šŸŒ¤ļø High 70Ā° / Low 51Ā°
Tomorrow: ā˜ļø High 62Ā° / Low 53Ā°

First Up

palisades residents
Pacific Palisades residents gather at the rebuilt bocce courts in Veterans Gardens, finding community connection one year after devastating fires.

A Game of Connection: How Jimmy Dunneā€™s Bocce League Became a Palisadian Tradition

One year after fire altered Pacific Palisades, Jimmy Dunne's bocce league has become more than a gameā€”it's a community anchor....READ

Close to Home

LA County Makes Budget Process More Transparent for Residents
Los Angeles County Supervisors approved reforms to make budget hearings more transparent and accessible to residents, with changes taking effect for fiscal year 2026-27.
SMDPMaaz Alin
Malibu Extends PCH Emergency After 23 Deaths in Recent Years
Malibu City Council extended PCH emergency declaration, rejected bids for Encinal Canyon storm drain repairs, and ended a fire emergency as conditions improved.
SMDPMaaz Alin
Malibu PCH Road Closures Continue Through Jan 25 - Route Details
Caltrans and SCE crews will maintain lane closures on PCH and Topanga Canyon Boulevard in Malibu through January 25 for emergency repairs and construction.
SMDPMaaz Alin
Newsomā€™s Final California Budget Faces Political & Financial Hurdles
Governor Newsomā€™s $349 billion California budget proposal faces revenue uncertainty, chronic deficits, and political challenges in his final year as governor.
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In Case You Missed It

Rams Survive Williamsā€™ Wild TD Pass, Beat Bears 20-17 in OT
The LA Rams defeated the Chicago Bears 20-17 in overtime after Harrison Mevis kicked a 42-yard field goal, sending them to the NFC championship against Seattle.
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No Ocean Safety Standards Year After LA Wildfires | Santa Monica
Heal the Bay says Santa Monica beaches still lack clear ocean safety protocols one year after the Palisades and Eaton fires, with no standardized testing for wildfire contaminants.
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Events

Books & Bagels - Venice Library Book Club

Venice Branch Library

Tue. Jan 20 12:30PM

501 S Venice Blvd., Venice

Memories & Movement Senior Club

Virginia Avenue Park

Tue. Jan 20 10:30AM

2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica

Tech & Tasks

Pico Branch Library

Tue. Jan 20 4:00PM

2201 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica

Walking Meditation

Beach lot 5 South

Wed. Jan 21 8:00AM

2600 Bernard Way, Los Angeles

Live Music Fridays at The Surfing Fox

120 Colorado Ave

Fri. Jan 23 6:00PM

CA Contact Info (424) 214-1830 matt.sedgwick@candrpr.com Visit thesurfingfoxsm.com to view menus and learn more, Santa Monica

Walking Meditation

Beach lot 5 South

Fri. Jan 23 8:00AM

2600 Bernard Way, Los Angeles

Beginner Reformer Pilates at Good Body Pilates Studio

Good Body Pilates Studio 3229 Pico Blvd. Santa Monica

Sat. Jan 24 10:00AM

Good Body Pilates Studio, Santa Monica

Santa Monica Airport Antique Market

Santa Monica Airport

Sun. Jan 25 8:00AM

2800-3200 Airport Ave, Santa Monica

Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset

Windward Plaza

Sun. Jan 25 12:00AM

1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice

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