> ## 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. # Tuesday, April 29, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/tuesday-april-29-2026/ - Published: 2026-04-29T18:16:04.000Z - Updated: 2026-04-29T18:16:04.000Z - Author: Natalie Simpson Hello, we have a mostly sunny day with a high of 66º. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Today: 🌤️ 66º/56º Tomorrow: 🌤️ 67º/57º ### **FIRST UP** ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/2026/04/IMG_6057.webp) Third Street Promenade in Santa Monica, California, where two major retailers have closed their locations amid ongoing vacancies on the iconic downtown shopping corridor. ## Two more big brands leave the Promenade Doc Martin's and It's Sugar have closed their locations on the Third Street Promenade contributing to the 30% vacancy rate on the City’s flagship economic...[READ MORE](https://www.smdp.com/two-more-big-brands-leave-the-promenade/) --- [ ![](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone_static/184436/image/0?seed=) ](https://ad.broadstreetads.com/zone%5Fstatic/184436/click/0?seed=&ref=smdp.com) --- ### **MORE NEWS** [California spends billions preventing homelessness, but it’s fighting in the darkBy Kyle Nelson, Special for CalMatters This commentary was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Gov. Gavin Newsom recently announced the state would be distributing $145.4 million to eight California regions in an effort to end homelessness. This is the sixth round of Homeless Housing Assistance![](https://static.ghost.org/v5.0.0/images/link-icon.svg)SMDPCal Matters![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/thumbnail/040325_Nonpayment-Evictions_EG_CM_24.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/california-spends-billions-preventing-homelessness-but-its-fighting-in-the-dark/) [Inc. Plants Flag in Santa Monica, Commits to LA Founder EcosystemInc. launches Founders House LA in Santa Monica with Eva Longoria announcing $1 million investment in Latina entrepreneurs through UCLA Latino Policy and Politics Institute.![](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_4432.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/inc-plants-its-flag-in-santa-monica-a-new-home-for-founders-and-a-broader-bet-on-los-angeles/) [Boobietrap Variety Show Returns to Santa MonicaAward-winning Boobietrap variety show now at Illusion Magic Lounge in Santa Monica. Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m. Tickets $40\. Features circus acts, magic, and comedy.![](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/COVER---celebrity-boobietrap-square-4.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/award-winning-alt-circus-variety-show-finds-new-home-in-santa-monica/) ### **IN CASE YOU MISSED IT** [Council race expands with entry by Lana Negrete and Angela ScottA sitting councilwoman and a civic leader with a military background have each filed campaign finance paperwork signaling their intent to run for Santa Monica City Council, further shaping what is expected to be a competitive November election. Councilwoman Lana Negrete and newcomer Angela Scott have both taken the formal![](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/lana-2540px.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/council-race-expands-with-entry-by-lana-negrete-and-angela-scott/) [Loaded Gun Found in Santa Monica Traffic StopSanta Monica police arrested a suspect with a loaded firearm during a traffic stop on Ocean Avenue Thursday. The driver also had nitrous oxide and drug paraphernalia.![](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/smpd-stop.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/traffic-stop-leads-to-gun-arrest/) [Santa Monica Shaping LA’s 2028 Olympic StorySanta Monica leaders, athletes, and international business figures gathered at Santa Monica Airport to shape LA’s 2028 Olympic strategy, focusing on sport as a platform for global connection and local impact.![](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_4447-2.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/as-los-angeles-looks-to-2028-santa-monica-positions-itself-as-a-global-stage-for-sport-storytelling-and-community-impact/) 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/042926.pdf?ref=smdp.com).