> ## 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 25, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/newsletter-mar-24-2026-2/ - Published: 2026-03-25T19:23:11.000Z - Updated: 2026-03-25T19:23:11.000Z - Author: Editor Sun and clouds mixed. High 68F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Today: 🌤️ High 69° / Low 57° Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 72° / Low 58° ### **First Up** ![coyote](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1280/format/webp/2026/03/coyote.png) California Department of Fish and Game ## Urban coyotes bolder than rural counterparts, study finds, as Santa Monica grapples with post-fire sightings A large-scale national study of coyote behavior has found that urban coyotes are more willing to take risks around novel... [READ](https://www.smdp.com/urban-coyotes-bolder-than-rural-counterparts-study-finds-as-santa-monica-grapples-with-post-fire-sightings/) ### **Close to Home** [LA28 Olympics Reveals Superbloom Design & Ticket SalesLos Angeles 2028 Olympics reveals California superbloom-inspired visual identity as first public ticket sales begin April 2024.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-389.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/LA28_LOTG-in-Poppy.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/la28-unveils-superbloom-inspired-look-as-first-olympic-ticket-draw-nears/) [Reported gunman shuts down section of VeniceThe Los Angeles Police Department subdued a man near the intersection of Rose and 6th on Tuesday after the suspect made threats to himself and officers. The Los Angeles Police Department closed a section of Venice after reports of a gunman barricaded in a nearby building at about noon on![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-388.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/DSC_0251.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/reported-gunman-shuts-down-section-of-venice/) [Regional Fire Prevention Authority Proposed for Santa MonicaLA County supervisors approve motion to study creating regional wildfire mitigation authority for Santa Monica Mountains after 2025 fires burned 23,000 acres.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-387.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Horvath-3.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/supervisors-seek-regional-approach-to-santa-monica-mountains-fire-prevention/) [LA County Tackles $100M Copper Theft Crisis Before OlympicsLA County supervisors unanimously approved measures to combat copper wire theft costing $100M+ as region prepares for 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-386.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/unnamed-1-2.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/la-county-moves-to-combat-copper-theft-ahead-of-world-cup-olympics/) ### **In Case You Missed It** [Santa Monica Chamber spotlights women shaping city’s futureOver 150 business leaders attended Santa Monica Chamber’s Power of Women in Leadership Luncheon, honoring UCLA Health, Shore Hotel, and Snapchat executives for their role in the city’s economic recovery.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-385.png)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_2868.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-chamber-spotlights-women-leaders-shaping-citys-recovery-and-future/) [11 arrested in scheme to steal elderly homeowners’ identities, fraudulently obtain millions in loansFederal prosecutors say properties in Santa Monica were among those targeted in a years-long fraud scheme that used stolen identities of elderly homeowners to fraudulently obtain millions of dollars in hard money loans, leading to the arrest of 11 defendants Thursday on federal charges. A 15-count indictment returned by a![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-384.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/FBI.png)](https://www.smdp.com/11-arrested-in-scheme-to-steal-elderly-homeowners-identities-fraudulently-obtain-millions-in-loans/) ### Events [ **BERGAMOT COMEDY FEST: Public Panel: Real Talk with Top Entertainment Agents** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/bergamot-comedy-fest-public-panel-real-talk-with-top-entertainment-agents/18134558/2026-03-25T18) The Crow Wed. Mar 25 6:00PM 2525 Michigan Avenue #Unit F4, Santa Monica [ **Wine Wednesday at the Whaler** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/wine-wednesday-at-the-whaler/16952883/2026-03-25T00) 101 Broadway Wed. Mar 25 12:00AM CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica [ **All About the News With Judy** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/all-about-the-news-with-judy/17428017/2026-03-27T10) West Los Angeles Regional Library Fri. Mar 27 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/18045435/2026-03-27T18) (MSB 126 Planetarium) Fri. Mar 27 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/11981844/2026-03-28T10) Virginia Ave Park Sat. Mar 28 10:30AM 2200 Virgina Ave, Santa Monica [ **DadTime** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/dadtime/17327106/2026-03-28T09) Virginia Avenue Park (fitness room inside the Park Center) Sat. Mar 28 9:00AM 2200 Virginia Avenue, Santa Monica [ **Eddie Frierson's MATTY: an evening with Christy Mathewson** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/eddie-friersons-matty-an-evening-with-christy-mathewson/18108458/2026-03-28T19) Santa Monica Playhouse Sat. Mar 28 7:00PM 1211 4th St,, Santa Monica [ **Rediscovering Twin Peaks** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/rediscovering-twin-peaks/18298317/2026-03-28T13) West Los Angeles Regional Library Sat. Mar 28 1:30PM 11360 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles [ **Roman Garden: Seed Ball Workshop** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/roman-garden-seed-ball-workshop/18261574/2026-03-28T11) Getty Villa Sat. Mar 28 11:00AM 17985 E Pacific Coast Hwy, Pacific Palisades [ **2026 Downtown Santa Monica Easter Celebration** ](https://smdp.com/event-3?ref=smdp.com#/details/2026-downtown-santa-monica-easter-celebration/18273429/2026-03-29T12) 1300 Block Sun. 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