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# Monday, May 4, 2026
- URL: https://www.smdp.com/sat-may-2-2026-2/
- Published: 2026-05-04T18:11:22.000Z
- Updated: 2026-05-04T18:11:22.000Z
- Author: Natalie Simpson

Sunshine and clouds mixed. High around 65F. Winds SW at 10 to 20 mph.  
Today 🌤️ 65º/54º; Tomorrow 🌤️ 65º/55º  

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# Santa Monica accepts $486,760 federal police grant with conditions amid dispute over DOJ mandates

The Santa Monica City Council voted Tuesday to accept a $486,760 federal grant for police de-escalation and crisis response training..[READ](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-accepts-486-760-federal-police-grant-with-conditions-amid-dispute-over-doj-mandates/)

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