> ## 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: Mar 18, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-mar-17-2026-2/ - Published: 2026-03-18T17:19:05.000Z - Updated: 2026-03-18T17:19:05.000Z - Author: Editor Sunny. Near record high temperatures. High 82F. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph. Today: ☀️ High 82° / Low 61° Tomorrow: ☀️High 81° / Low 62° ### **First Up** ![police](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/03/police-tape.png) Santa Monica Police Department responded to an armed robbery attempt at a 7-Eleven on Lincoln Boulevard Sunday afternoon # Suspect arrested after pointing a gun at 7-Eleven clerk A 26-year-old man was arrested Sunday after allegedly pointing a firearm at employees during a robbery attempt at a Santa Monica... [READ](https://www.smdp.com/two-injured-in-shooting-at-santa-monica-pier/) ### **Close to Home** [Santa Monica Names New City Attorney After SearchSanta Monica City Council appointed Heidi von Tongeln as city attorney after nationwide search. She has 20 years municipal law experience, $395,352 salary.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-368.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Heidi-von-Tongeln-05.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/von-tongeln-appointed-santa-monica-city-attorney/) [Santa Monica Landlords Ordered to Pay $90K in Tenant CasesSanta Monica City Attorney’s Office won judgments against two landlords who failed to pay relocation benefits, securing $50K for tenants and $40K in penalties.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-367.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---City-of-Santa-Monica-1.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/city-attorney-wins-judgments-against-landlords-in-tenant-relocation-cases/) [LA County Advances Wildfire Recovery and Prevention EffortsLos Angeles County approves regional wildfire authority, launches job fairs for fire survivors, and protects homeowners from tax increases during rebuilding.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-366.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/special-bulletin-header_crop.png)](https://www.smdp.com/regional-leaders-continue-push-to-help-la-wildfire-survivors-rebuild/) [Former Santa Monica Mayor Judy Abdo Honored as Woman of YearFormer Santa Monica Mayor Judy Abdo receives 2026 Assembly District 51 Woman of the Year honor from Rick Chavez Zbur for decades of LGBTQ+ advocacy.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-365.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/image003.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/former-santa-monica-mayor-judy-abdo-named-2026-assembly-district-51-woman-of-the-year/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [Crudo e Nudo Celebrates 5 Years with Chef SeriesSanta Monica’s Crudo e Nudo marks 5 years on Main Street with chef collaboration series April 13-19, featuring local seafood and custom wine.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-363.png)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Crudo-e-Nudo_Interior-Vertical_Photo-Credit-Catherine-Dzilenski.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/crudo-e-nudo-celebrates-five-years-on-main-street-with-week-long-chef-and-winemaker-collaboration-series/) [Jewish Anthology ‘On Being Jewish Now’ Hits Stage in LAWorld premiere of ‘On Being Jewish Now’ stage adaptation opens March 22 in Torrance, featuring stories from bestselling anthology by Zibby Owens.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-361.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Actors-Karen-Macarah---Benmio-McCrea---AJ-Meijer---Photo-by-David-Chiu.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/stage-adaptation-of-bestselling-jewish-anthology-to-premiere-in-march/) ### Events [ **Biz@Sunset Mixer** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/bizsunset-mixer/16613817/2026-03-18T17) Lunetta Wed. Mar 18 5:00PM 2420 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica [ **Couples Scramble** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/couples-scramble/18270197/2026-03-18T19) Four Wood Golf Wed. Mar 18 7:00PM 828 Pico Blvd, Suite 5, Santa Monica [ **Wine Wednesday at the Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/wine-wednesday-at-the-whaler/16952883/2026-03-18T00) 101 Broadway Wed. Mar 18 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [ **The Unteachables Comedy Tour** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/the-unteachables-comedy-tour/18171494/2026-03-19T20) The Crow Thu. Mar 19 8:00PM 2525 Michigan Ave Unit F4, Santa Monica [ **All About the News With Judy** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/all-about-the-news-with-judy/17428017/2026-03-20T10) West Los Angeles Regional Library Fri. Mar 20 10:00AM 11360 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles [ **The Night Sky Show** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/the-night-sky-show/18045435/2026-03-20T18) (MSB 126 Planetarium) Fri. Mar 20 6:00PM Math & Science Building, 1900 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica [ **$5 Community Dog Training Classes!** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/5-community-dog-training-classes/11981844/2026-03-21T10) Virginia Ave Park Sat. Mar 21 10:30AM 2200 Virgina Ave, Santa Monica [ **DadTime** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/dadtime/17327106/2026-03-21T09) Virginia Avenue Park (fitness room inside the Park Center) Sat. Mar 21 9:00AM 2200 Virginia Avenue, Santa Monica [ **Rediscovering Twin Peaks** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/rediscovering-twin-peaks/18298317/2026-03-21T13) West Los Angeles Regional Library Sat. Mar 21 1:30PM 11360 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles [ **UC Master Gardeners at Pico Farmers Market** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/uc-master-gardeners-at-pico-farmers-market/16518251/2026-03-21T10) Sat. Mar 21 10:00AM Saturday, Mar 21, Santa Monica [Read our PDF version](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/031826.pdf%0A?ref=smdp.com)