> ## 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. # Sat, May 2, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/sat-may-2-2026/ - Published: 2026-05-02T15:49:27.000Z - Updated: 2026-05-02T15:49:27.000Z - Author: Natalie Simpson Good morning. Yes, it's May already! Partly cloudy today and Sunday with highs in the mid-60s. Winds SSW at 10-15 mph. Today đŸŒ€ïž 66Âș/58Âș; Tomorrow đŸŒ€ïž 64Âș/55Âș **FIRST UP** ![Study: The preliminary study area spans from Will Rogers State Beach south to Torrance Beach along the Santa Monica Bay coastline. (Courtesy Image)](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/2026/05/image-1.png) map of LA coastline # National Park Service extends comment period for L.A. coastal study The National Park Service has extended the public comment period for a study evaluating whether portions of the Los Angeles coastline could be designated as a unit of the National Park System, giving residents and stakeholders until..[READ](https://www.smdp.com/national-park-service-extends-comment-period-for-l-a-coastal-study/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184436/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184436/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- [ULI LA Launches Experiential Economy Council for LAULI LA introduces Experiential Economy Council to reimagine Los Angeles’ future through innovation, culture, and economic development.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_4337.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/los-angeles-at-a-crossroads-uli-la-launches-experiential-economy-council-to-reimagine-the-future-of-the-city/) [The Discipline of Joy Returns to Santa Monica’s The CrowMichelle Edgar returns to The Crow at Bergamot Arts District in Santa Monica this Sunday with the second installment of ‘The Discipline of Joy,’ featuring dancer Liz Lira.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/MichelleEdgar.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/at-the-crow-michelle-edgar-turns-discipline-into-joy/) [Tax Refunds & AI Boom Offset US Economic PressureTax refunds and AI-driven investment help offset U.S. economic strain from Iran war and rising gas prices, supporting steady growth so far.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2026-04-30-at-3.14.30---PM.png)](https://www.smdp.com/tax-refunds-and-ai-boom-have-offset-some-us-economic-pain-from-iran-war-and-high-gas-prices-so-far/) **IN CASE YOU MISSED** [Santa Monica OKs California Roadhouse Pier Deal With Labor StringsSanta Monica City Council unanimously approved a California Roadhouse lease for the 256 Santa Monica Pier space, but a worker retention clause may threaten the deal.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/size/w1200/2026/04/DSC_0051.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/council-approves-california-roadhouse-lease-terms-but-with-potential-posion-pill-that-could-kill-the-deal/) [Santa Monica AB 1740: Examining Hall’s Defense of Coastal BillA detailed analysis of Councilmember Hall’s defense of AB 1740 and the Coastal Commission exemption process in Santa Monica, examining environmental protections and government transparency.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPGuest Author![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/2026/04/letter-to-the-editor.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/councilmember-halls-facts-deserve-a-closer-look/) [Michael Newhouse Makes Case in Santa Monica-Malibu State Senate RaceMichael Newhouse, Venice attorney and former LA Planning Commissioner, is running for California State Senate District 24 covering Malibu, Santa Monica, and the Westside, focusing on housing affordability, homelessness, and wildfire recovery.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/2026/04/Image-37.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/michael-newhouse-makes-his-case-in-state-senate-race-shaped-by-housing-safety-and-coastal-recovery/) [Inside Scientology Speedruns Viral TikTok Trend ExplainedInside the viral “Scientology speedruns” TikTok trend prompting chaos in LA, with teens rushing buildings and forcing new security measures.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPAssociated Press![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2026-04-30-at-3.04.41---PM.png)](https://www.smdp.com/inside-scientology-speedruns-the-viral-trend-prompting-the-church-to-bolster-security/) [May at the Market - Santa Monica Farmers MarketsCherry season arrives at Santa Monica farmers markets in May with live music, Mother’s Day specials, and Bike Month promotions at Pico and Main Street locations.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPGuest Author![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/2026/04/IMG_0581.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/may-at-the-market/) [Santa Monica Events This Week: Jazz, Comedy & Cinco de MayoSanta Monica entertainment guide featuring SaMo Jazz Festival (May 1-9), Netflix Is A Joke Fest, Venice Cinco de Mayo Parade, and food events on the Westside.![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPSean Besser![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2026-04-30-at-1.22.58-PM.png)](https://www.smdp.com/around-town-jazz-fest-netflix-is-a-joke-fest-cinco-de-mayo-more/) Interest in nearby events? Check out our [editor's picks](https://www.smdp.com/event-3/#/show?subset=picks). You can read our print version [here](https://s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/smdp%5Fbackissues/050126.pdf?ref=smdp.com).