> ## 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. # Wednesday, May 20, 2026 - URL: https://www.smdp.com/wednesday-may-20-2026/ - Published: 2026-05-20T21:09:16.000Z - Updated: 2026-05-20T21:09:16.000Z - Author: Natalie Simpson Sunny. High 76F. Winds SW at 10 to 15 mph. Today đŸŒ€ïž 75Âș/59Âș Tomorrow đŸŒ€ïž 71Âș/58Âș ### FIRST UP ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/55/9f/559f9abc-8372-4a2e-8c2d-27386da4e363/content/images/2026/05/DSC_0123.webp) ## Council backs coastal program push amid public skepticism over motives Residents who packed a special City Council meeting Monday largely backed the city's pursuit of a certified Local Coastal Program... [READ](https://www.smdp.com/council-backs-coastal-program-push-amid-public-skepticism-over-motives/) --- [ ![](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 [World Turtle Day marks 26th year as turtle populations face uncertain futureA global conservation observance enters its 26th year this week with a new website, expanded resources and a renewed push to grow its international reach — all as scientists warn that more than half of the world’s turtle species face the threat of extinction. World Turtle Day, observed annually on May![](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-2026-05-18-at-5.55.22---PM-86157c8feb663a8fd374b60a3ba57278d35e9f67f3f805057fd7493cdc55caad.png)](https://www.smdp.com/world-turtle-day-marks-26th-year-as-turtle-populations-face-uncertain-future/) [The Annenberg Community Beach House offers a sun-soaked summer of fun and relaxationThe Annenberg Community Beach House is bringing back community favorite events and introducing new programming for summer 2026, including Sand & Sea Room Fun crafts and games and a World Cup Fun & Watch Party. The summer schedule kicks off Saturday, June 6, with the return of Ocean of Sound, a free![](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/thumbnail/sarahprikryl-2022ABH-PoolTime-28-7058851469a2bda089faf99113d539aa68d6e555a30cd2bb0d649f9b7af29e76.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/the-annenberg-community-beach-house-offers-a-sun-soaked-summer-of-fun-and-relaxation/) [Big Blue Bus on Weekend Schedule for Memorial DayIn observance of Memorial Day, Big Blue Bus will operate a weekend schedule on Monday, May 25, 2026 Customer Service and Blue: The Transit Store will be closed. Normal hours of operation will resume Tuesday, May 26, 2026\. Please note: \* Routes 5, 15, 16, 41, 44, and Rapid 10 will![](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/thumbnail/Screenshot-2026-05-18-at-5.58.47---PM-01116f686efb22fa36b715ace8c232b2b427cec000ff20a20791f2a892f75acc.png)](https://www.smdp.com/big-blu/) [SMC Student Named Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarship RecipientSanta Monica College student Martin Orea has been named a 2026 recipient of the Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship from the Jack Kent Cooke Foundation. Orea, a first-generation college student from Fullerton, is among 60 community college students nationwide selected for the scholarship from a pool of more than 1,300![](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/thumbnail/Martin-Orea-1-e8d0e4090ab453e6a1df50304409208c72dd941ee5f491f0f2f533c8bd7f0145.JPG)](https://www.smdp.com/smc-student-named-jack-kent-cooke-foundation-scholarship-recipient/) [Santa Monica College Mariachi Ensemble Los Corsarios Presents Free Concert May 28Santa Monica College’s Mariachi Ensemble Los Corsarios will perform a free concert Wednesday, May 28, at 11:15 a.m. in the Music Hall at the SMC Performing Arts Center, 1310 11th St. at Santa Monica Boulevard. 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The federal report that could tell us has been delayed for monthsBy Marisa Kendall, CalMatters This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. Every December, the federal government releases a report that reveals the number of homeless residents in each state and across the country. It’s now May and the report, which compiles data from a![](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/012926_PIT-Count-SD_AH_CM_06--1--a3deaa5784688c441d7caec3be53673fdcbd2a8441bd883d46c37691f5a14e42.webp)](https://www.smdp.com/where-does-california-rank-in-homelessness-the-federal-report-that-could-tell-us-has-been-delayed-for-months/) [Malibu Summer 2026 Recreation Guide Now AvailableMalibu’s Summer 2026 Recreation Guide features youth camps, swim lessons, wellness classes, and new inclusive programs. Registration opens May 11 at MalibuCity.org/Register.![](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---Malibu-2-bd6713bd4401638c2e8cc92c0a9aecbb5581eb84ec82941d729de93878e80096.jpg)](https://www.smdp.com/malibu-releases-summer-2026-recreation-guide/) [SMC Art Mentor Program Exhibit ‘Well Fed’ Opens May 19The SMC Art Mentor Program Exhibit ‘Well Fed’ opens May 19-30 at Santa Monica College’s Pete & Susan Barrett Art Gallery with a free reception May 21, 5-8 p.m.![](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/image-431ac119f7c050ae1656628d9810012e605a88cab5ad3672ddeabe2c1c131f06.jpeg)](https://www.smdp.com/smc-art-mentor-program-exhibit-opens-may-19-with-well-fed/) Interested in nearby events? 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