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Newsletter: Jan 23, 2026

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A mix of clouds and sun.
Today: 🌤️ High 64° / Low 54°
Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 63° / Low 51°

First Up

metro

Metro approves underground rail line through the Sepulveda Pass

The Los Angeles Metro Board has unanimously approved a 13-mile underground subway for the Sepulveda Transit Corridor...READ

Close to Home

Venice Residents Join 50-State Protest on Trump Inauguration Anniversary
Thousands across California and all 50 states participated in the ‘Free America Walkout’ protesting Trump’s policies, with local gatherings in Venice and downtown Los Angeles.
SMDPMatthew Hall
Local Pacific Palisades Startup Revolutionizes Post-Disaster Rebuilding
PaliBuilds, founded by Pacific Palisades residents, creates software that streamlines disaster rebuilding with AI-powered bidding tools and insurance claim support.
SMDPMichelle Edgar
Election season begins with a trio of ballot measures
Santa Monica’s 2026 election season has officially begun with the filing of two competing citizen-initiated ballot measures and a potential third up for discussion by City Council on Tuesday. In recent weeks, proponents have filed initiatives that would establish parks and affordable housing at Santa Monica Airport and create permanent
SMDPMatthew Hall
CA Bill Would Create Low-Interest Loans for Wildfire Safety
California Senator Ben Allen introduced SB 894 to create a state-backed, low-interest loan program for wildfire safety upgrades following devastating LA fires.
SMDPMaaz Alin

In Case You Missed It

Homeless woman delivers baby on Main St.
A newborn was discovered on Santa Monica’s Main Street sidewalk days before Los Angeles County launched its annual homeless count. Both mother and infant received medical care.
SMDPMatthew Hall
Hate Has No Place in Santa Monica
At our City Council meeting last Tuesday evening, a member of the public made an antisemitic comment during general public comments. Like many in the room, we were shocked and deeply disturbed by what was said. We want to be unequivocal: antisemitism – and hatred in any form – has no place
SMDPGuest Author
Santa Monica Council Votes on Housing Standards Amid Conflict
Santa Monica City Council voted 4-2 to allow the Planning Commission to examine increased development standards while also exploring options within state housing law.
SMDPMaaz Alin

Events

The Friday Show (Stand-up Comedy)

Westside Comedy Theater

Fri. Jan 23 8:00PM

1323-A 3rd St, Santa Monica

NARDIA - ETTA JAMES meets EVA CASSIDY SHOW

Harvelle's Santa Monica

Fri. Jan 23 9:30PM

1432 4th St,, Santa Monica

Neighborhood Seafood Boil at Weary Livers (21+)

Santa Monica Pier

Fri. Jan 23 7:00PM

200 Santa Monica Pier, Ste A, Santa Monica

New Exhibition at the history museum celebrates Food & Family

Santa Monica History Museum

Fri. Jan 23 11:00AM

1350 Seventh Street, Santa Monica

The Cuddle Sanctuary

Laughing Frog Yoga

Sat. Jan 24 2:00PM

12217 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles

New Exhibition at the history museum celebrates Food & Family

Santa Monica History Museum

Sat. Jan 24 11:00AM

1350 Seventh Street, Santa Monica

One Year Later: Community and Science Day

Heal the Bay Aquarium

Sat. Jan 24 12:00PM

1600 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica

Sat Jan 24 2pm Live Goals Book Talk at BN Santa Monica Debra Eckerling

Barnes and Noble Santa Monica

Sat. Jan 24 2:00PM

1318 3rd Street Promenade, Santa Monica

Goat + Sheep Yoga

Laughing Frog Yoga

Sun. Jan 25 12:30PM

12217 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles

New Exhibition at the history museum celebrates Food & Family

Santa Monica History Museum

Sun. Jan 25 11:00AM

1350 Seventh Street, Santa Monica

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