> ## 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. # Monday, June 22, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/saturday-june-20-2026-2/ - Published: 2026-06-22T19:26:34.000Z - Updated: 2026-06-22T19:26:34.000Z - Author: Natalie Simpson Time is running out to visit the flagship World Cup experience on the Pier. Visit [https://www.michelobultra.com/pitchsideclub/signup](https://www.michelobultra.com/pitchsideclub/signup?ref=smdp.com) for tickets. Partly cloudy. High 69F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Today đŸŒ€ïž 68Âș/60Âș Tomorrow đŸŒ€ïž 70Âș/61Âș ### FIRST UP ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/2026/06/COVER---Lula-SMDP-Image.webp) Anniversary: Lula Cocina Mexicana celebrates 35 years on Main Street with a fiesta July 1 featuring mariachis and specials. ### Lula Cocina Mexicana Marks 35 Years on Santa Monica's Main Street Lula Cocina Mexicana, a Main Street fixture known for regional Mexican cooking and its margaritas..[READ](https://www.smdp.com/lula-cocina-mexicana-marks-35-years-on-santa-monicas-main-street/) ### MORE NEWS [SMC Emeritus Gallery Opening Reception for John AlcantaraSanta Monica College Emeritus Gallery hosts a free exhibition of works by artist John Alcantara from July 2 to September 11, with an opening reception July 2 at 5 p.m. in downtown Santa Monica.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-fb896115-7799-4772-b853-20d345aa5bd8.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Alcantara_IMG_5939-f8c04920-16cd-48f1-9db0-fabe8643dde1.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/smc-emeritus-gallery-to-host-free-reception-for-john-alcantara-exhibition-july-2/) [Santa Monica Council Accepts Annual Staffing ReportSanta Monica City Council unanimously approved its annual job vacancy report showing a 7.54% vacancy rate citywide, fulfilling state requirements before final budget adoption.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-636e2604-58ce-4f36-a1ec-587b558c98bb.png)SMDPMaaz Alin![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/COVER---Screenshot-2026-06-16-200407-d5ccd856-167e-4c47-9f48-d3d6cf013c31.png)](https://www.smdp.com/santa-monica-council-receives-annual-vacancy-report/) [Wildfire survivors urged to act before June 30 SBA loan deadline as recovery workshops get underwayHomeowners and businesses affected by last year’s Eaton and Palisades wildfires are running out of time to accept approved federal disaster loans, with a June 30 deadline fast approaching — even as new workshops and expanded mortgage relief aim to help survivors navigate the long road to rebuilding. The U.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-1743ac6e-e2b8-4a8f-8cf2-6d494e668bf8.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2026-06-19-at-2.34.43---PM-d606d2ad-6b7b-4765-a631-6365ca1476fb.png)](https://www.smdp.com/wildfire-survivors-urged-to-act-before-june-30-sba-loan-deadline-as-recovery-workshops-get-underway/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184437/image/0?seed={{id}}_{{campaign_id}}) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184437/click/0?seed={{id}}%5F{{campaign%5Fid}}&ref=smdp.com) --- ### IN CASE YOU MISSED [Perennial political candidate arrested on grand theft chargesSanta Monica police arrested local activist and political candidate ZoĂ« Muntaner on June 18 on grand theft charges after recovering stolen property valued at over $5,200 from a shared residence.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-9d3cd498-9803-44b5-b766-59d659872c37.png)SMDPMatthew Hall![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/Screenshot-2026-06-19-at-1.03.13---PM-91513a92-042a-4ad7-822e-139cfafc88a1.png)](https://www.smdp.com/perennial-political-candidate-arrested-on-grand-theft-charges/) [Wildfire survivors seek unprecedented role in State Farm insurance case as advocates push reforms in SacramentoEighteen months after devastating wildfires destroyed thousands of homes across Los Angeles County, many survivors say the biggest obstacle to returning home is the insurance process. Standing before dozens of displaced homeowners Thursday at Palisades Charter High School, the Every Fire Survivor’s Network (EFSN) announced what it described as![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-7beaf7f8-6016-476a-8f67-72d384a8c922.png)SMDPMichelle Edgar![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/IMG_8840-e80fa24f-2509-46a3-8201-a6e1d24bf0ba.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/wildfire-survivors-seek-unprecedented-role-in-state-farm-insurance-case-as-advocates-push-reforms-in-sacramento/) [Autonomous Robots Clean Marina Del Rey WaterwaysClean Earth Rovers uses autonomous cleaning robots to remove debris from Southern California waterways including Marina Del Rey, Port of Los Angeles, and local harbors.![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/icon/New-logo-stacked-square-e52db852-6f0d-4dcd-9c78-ccdcba23dfb4.png)SMDPContributor![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/DSC_0125-1-f24ad93e-499a-4c4b-966e-7903fa9d1fd8.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/clean-earth-rovers-remove-tons-of-trash-from-the-marina/) Interested in nearby events? 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