> ## 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: Jan 29, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-jan-28-2026-2/ - Published: 2026-01-29T18:42:28.000Z - Updated: 2026-01-29T18:42:28.000Z - Author: Editor Sunny. High 78F. Winds W at 5 to 10 mph. Today: ☀️ High 78° / Low 55° Tomorrow: ☀️ High 78° / Low 57° ### **First Up** ![waymo](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/01/waymo--1-.webp) ### Student Involved in Low-Speed Collision with Waymo Autonomous Vehicle Near Santa Monica School A student was involved in a low-speed collision with an autonomous vehicle near Grant Elementary School on last week...[READ](https://www.smdp.com/student-involved-in-low-speed-collision-with-waymo-autonomous-vehicle-near-santa-monica-school/) ### **Close to Home** [Santa Monica Passes New Worker Protections for Pier BusinessesSanta Monica City Council voted 6-1 to require pier hospitality businesses to rehire laid-off workers and retain employees for 90 days after ownership changes.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-178.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Pier_11--1-.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-approves-new-rules-for-who-can-work-in-businesses-on-city-owned-property/) [Former Teacher Opens Community Gym on Pico in Santa MonicaNew Santa Monica gym Spry Fitness offers personalized training in a non-intimidating environment, with one-on-one and small group sessions for ages 12-80+.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-177.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Spry-2.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/former-teacher-opens-community-focused-gym-on-pico-boulevard/) [Toxic Pesticide Endangers California Communities 20 Years LaterMethyl bromide remains in use across 36 California counties despite a 2005 phaseout recommendation, with Long Beach exposure levels nearly double state safety limits.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-176.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Figure-1-HR-bottom.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/toxic-pesticide-remains-in-widespread-use-across-california-despite-2005-phaseout-recommendation/) [Santa Monica files $18M lawsuit over illegal short-term rentalsCity alleges systematic conversion of rent-controlled units to Airbnb rentals violated municipal housing law The city of Santa Monica has filed a lawsuit against a family of landlords who control more than 25 rent-controlled properties, alleging they illegally converted dozens of apartments into short-term Airbnb rentals and pocketed approximately $18![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-175.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/lawsuit-1.png)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-files-18m-lawsuit-over-illegal-short-term-rentals/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [How Palisades High Reopened: Inside LA’s Public/Private RecoveryPalisades Charter High School reopened with 36 modular classrooms following wildfire damage, bringing students back to campus after relocating to Santa Monica.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-169.png)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---IMG_9293.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/how-palisades-high-reopened-inside-the-public-private-effort-that-brought-students-back-to-campus/) [LA Chefs & Dr. Dre Support Wildfire Recovery at Pacific PalisadesGordon Ramsay, Dominique Crenn & other top LA chefs joined HexClad to raise funds for Steadfast LA’s ongoing wildfire recovery efforts in Pacific Palisades.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-171.png)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Gordon-Ramsay--Macy-Gray--Sheila-E..jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/hexclad-and-las-culinary-leaders-support-steadfast-la-in-wildfire-recovery-efforts/) [Valentine’s Makers Hive Market Returns to Santa Monica PlaceThe Makers Hive Market returns to Santa Monica Place on February 1, 2026 with 35+ local vendors, free admission, and Valentine’s Day workshops from noon to 5pm.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-168.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Makers-Hive-Market_Courtesy-of-Santa-Monica-Place.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/makers-hive-market-returns-with-valentines-day-edition/) [Santa Monica: 7 Students Receive MLK Coalition Education AwardsSeven LA-area high school seniors and college freshmen received MLK Westside Coalition Education Awards for exemplifying King’s principles of nonviolence.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-167.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Amir-Nesher_Photo.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/seven-students-honored-with-mlk-coalition-education-awards/) ### Events [ **LA Tech 2026** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/la-tech-2026/17765030/2026-01-29T18) LouLou Santa Monica Thu. Jan 29 6:00PM 395 Santa Monica Place, Santa Monica [ **New Exhibition at the history museum celebrates Food & Family** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/new-exhibition-at-the-history-museum-celebrates-food-family/17896821/2026-01-30T11) Santa Monica History Museum Fri. Jan 30 11:00AM 1350 Seventh Street, Santa Monica [ **the\_NDA\_show** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/thendashow/17765051/2026-01-30T20) The Crow Fri. Jan 30 8:00PM 2525 Michigan Avenue #Unit F4, Santa Monica [ **Comedy and Magic at The Santa Monica Playhouse** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/comedy-and-magic-at-the-santa-monica-playhouse/17855996/2026-01-31T19) Santa Monica Playhouse Sat. Jan 31 7:30PM 1211 4th St,, Santa Monica [ **New Exhibition at the history museum celebrates Food & Family** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/new-exhibition-at-the-history-museum-celebrates-food-family/17896821/2026-01-31T11) Santa Monica History Museum Sat. Jan 31 11:00AM 1350 Seventh Street, Santa Monica [ **The Regent Reset** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/the-regent-reset/17903077/2026-01-31T08) Regent Santa Monica Beach | Pacific Garden Sat. Jan 31 8:30AM 1700 Ocean Avenue, Santa Monica [ **SMOKESTACK LIGHTNING** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/smokestack-lightning/17779104/2026-01-31T21) Harvelle's Santa Monica Sat. Jan 31 9:30PM 1432 4th St,, Santa Monica [ **Kaleidoscope performs in Santa Monica, Sunday February 1, 2026** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/kaleidoscope-performs-in-santa-monica-sunday-february-1-2026/17839768/2026-02-01T14) First Presbyterian Church of Santa Monica Sun. Feb 1 2:00PM 1220 2nd St., Santa Monica [ **Makers Hive Market** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/makers-hive-market/17882256/2026-02-01T12) Santa Monica Place Sun. Feb 1 12:00PM 395 Santa Monica Pl,, Santa Monica [ **New Exhibition at the history museum celebrates Food & Family** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/new-exhibition-at-the-history-museum-celebrates-food-family/17896821/2026-02-01T11) Santa Monica History Museum Sun. Feb 1 11:00AM 1350 Seventh Street, Santa Monica [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/012926.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)