Santa Monica City Council voted 4-1 to expand its affordable housing pilot program, allowing developers to build affordable units off-site rather than within market-rate projects. The expansion increases the program from 1,000 to approximately 4,000 units with stronger requirements.
One year after the Eaton and Palisades fires, DoorDash's Local Business Disaster Relief Fund has provided $200,000 in flexible grants to approximately 20 Los Angeles businesses, including Spruzzo Restaurant and OLLO in Malibu and Pacific Palisades.
Governor Gavin Newsom's final California budget proposal cuts social welfare spending and resists new taxes, drawing criticism from progressives. These moves indicate a rightward shift as he positions himself for a potential 2028 presidential run.
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A Game of Connection: How Jimmy Dunne’s Bocce League Became a Palisadian Tradition
One year after fire
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved reforms to make the county's budget process more transparent and accessible. The changes, recommended by the Governance Reform Task Force, will affect budget hearings beginning with fiscal year 2026-27.
The Malibu City Council extended the PCH emergency declaration that began after four Pepperdine students died in 2023, while rejecting bids for a deteriorated storm drain project and ending a fire emergency as conditions improved.
One year after fire altered Pacific Palisades, Jimmy Dunne's bocce league has become more than a game—it's a community anchor. With 36 teams and rebuilt courts, residents find connection and healing through this unexpected tradition.
Caltrans and Southern California Edison crews are continuing emergency repair work on Pacific Coast Highway and Topanga Canyon Boulevard through January 25. Multiple lane closures are scheduled throughout Malibu with reduced speed limits in effect.
Governor Gavin Newsom has unveiled a $349 billion California budget proposal for 2026-27, but it faces skepticism from budget analysts, chronic deficits, and political challenges in his final year as governor.
What a beautiful MLK Day to be outdoors:
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Santa Monica expands MODE transit service hours for seniors, disabled
The Los Angeles Rams survived an incredible late touchdown throw by Caleb Williams to beat the Chicago Bears 20-17 in overtime, advancing to the NFC championship game against Seattle after Harrison Mevis kicked a 42-yard field goal in OT.
Santa Monica's MODE transportation service for seniors and people with disabilities is expanding hours starting January, including weekday service until 6 p.m. and the restoration of Sunday service that was suspended during the pandemic.
