Santa Monica.
beachfront city in Los Angeles County, California, United States
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Jesse Zwick served as Mayor Pro Tem in Santa Monica on October 30, 2026.Some support2 reports
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Santa Monica City Council took positions on various measures affecting city policies.Well supported7 reports5 developments inside
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Santa Monica City Council advanced building code updates and permitting changes.Some support1 report
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Luxury home in Malibu suffered landslide damage, prompting the American Red Cross to set up temporary emergency shelter.Some support1 report
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RDI, a company, is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA, and serves audiences in New Zealand and Australia.Some support7 reports
Earlier this month
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Santa Monica City Council adopted an emergency resolution and hosted a sandbag event as flooding threatens Pacific Coast Highway.Some support1 report
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Santa Monica city council discusses urban planning issues, including 'cap park', while studying models from Seattle and San Francisco.Some support2 reports4 developments inside
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Santa Monica City Council drove decisions regarding city density and character on October 30, 2026.Some support1 report
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Parties hosted by Matthew Moore and Mindy Sterling, along with an Aztec blessing, took place in Santa Monica.Some support1 report
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Measure ES has been proposed for residents of Santa Monica.Some support1 report
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The Santa Monica City Council is expected to place a parcel tax measure on the November ballot.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A tax measure was reported to affect both Santa Monica and Malibu districts.Some support1 report
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Walfred Solorzano has taken on multiple roles, including Interim City Clerk for Lodi and elections official for Santa Monica. Caroline Torosis is the Mayor of Santa Monica.Some support4 reports
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Political proposals and bills are being introduced to either retain or strip the California Coastal Commission's oversight of Santa Monica development.Some support3 reports4 developments inside
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SCAG published a Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) directing zoning changes in Santa Monica.Some support1 report
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A bar has locations in both Venice Beach and Santa Monica.Some support1 report
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Gill is running for Santa Monica City Council.Some support1 report
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A new club has opened in Santa Monica, operated by Garner Gerson and Adir Tal.Some support1 report
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Red Flag Warning issued for Santa Monica as wildfires impact community and property.Some support1 report
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A nonprofit organization based in Santa Monica serves the LA area, while the Mayor oversees city operations under subcommittee investigation into fund management.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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A nonprofit organization utilized an apartment in Santa Monica on October 13, 2026.Some support1 report
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The historical journey of Route 66, from its Chicago origins to its Santa Monica conclusion, is being documented, highlighting its cultural significance.Well supported4 reports
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Jane Doe filed a civil lawsuit against Soulja Boy in Santa Monica on October 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Santa Monica City Council approved a lease update while Chi engaged with the local business community.Some support1 report
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Santa Monica City Council is managing the city's housing plans, including issues related to Sunset Park.Well supported7 reports3 developments inside
One to three months ago
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A coalition is pushing for the conversion of the Santa Monica Airport site, supported by the Sierra Club's local chapter.Well supported5 reports
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The annual Off the Hook Santa Monica Seafood Festival is being held on the pier, drawing visitors from across Los Angeles.Some support1 report
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Brett Morrow is seeking to represent residents of Santa Monica.Some support1 report
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Call was appointed Chief Resilience Officer for Santa Monica.Some support1 report
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Jeff Palmer contributed funds to a campaign in Santa Monica.Some support1 report
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The Santa Monica City Council approved an office to promote Bitcoin initiatives as part of the city's economic growth strategy.Some support1 report
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Santa Monica is seeking regional partnerships for water and recycling initiatives, with Sunny Wang serving as the city's Water Resources Manager.Some support1 report
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Negrete championed efforts to improve Metro safety, leading to a police agreement authorizing LAPD and Santa Monica police to cover Metro property.Some support1 report
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Presley Gerber used Instagram for final updates.Some support2 reports
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A board of education district operating in the Santa Monica area has appointed Gerardo Cruz as its CFO.Some support2 reports
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AFL-CIO's sophisticated campaign strategy is being analyzed, alongside Politico reporting on high volumes of political emails originating from Santa Monica.Some support1 report
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Santa Monica offers $5K grants to existing small businesses.Some support1 report
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A producer is advocating for a beachside festival in Santa Monica to boost the city's music profile.Some support3 reports
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A person walked across America from Santa Monica to Boston to fundraise for mental health services in Scotland.Some support2 reports
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Global followers and local residents use Instagram for daily surf condition reports.Some support1 report
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Culver City, West Hollywood, and Beverly Hills are joining a regional trust, while Santa Monica is considering membership.Some support3 reports
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Doug Trussler is challenging the political system in Santa Monica while seeking and winning the endorsement of the company Unite.Some support1 report
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Santa Monica City Council approved a five-year contract with Brown and Caldwell.Some support1 report
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UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center serves the diverse needs of the local community in Santa Monica.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Locals in Laguna Beach are comparing their town to Santa Monica while expressing fears regarding large corporate expansion, including the presence of Amazon.Some support1 report
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Negrete opposed a development bill signed by Newsom in Santa Monica, while SMCLC cited SMART as knowledgeable about city government.Some support1 report
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Spencer Pratt's campaign is linked to a production company based in Santa Monica that also employs or works with Charlie Sheen and Ryan Reynolds.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Transit service consolidation is underway in Santa Monica to improve efficiency.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Eaton and ChargePoint are partnering to supply electrical infrastructure and electrify Santa Monica's bus fleet for a transit project.Some support1 report
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Santa Monica City Council commissioned a review of the city's emergency response protocols, noting the OEM operates within city limits.Some support1 report
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Key political figures in Santa Monica, including Councilmember Negrete, candidate De la Torre, and Rent Board Commissioner Torosis, were noted.Some support3 reports
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Frank Gehry designed a project in Santa Monica while a bill failed to protect the development.Some support1 report
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An incident occurred on the college campus grounds of Santa Monica College in Santa Monica.Some support1 report
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A trailer bill has been introduced that could grant Santa Monica greater coastal development authority.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Gavin Newsom pushed a bill through that would exempt a specific project from required review.Some support2 reports
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Santa Monica local council supports density measures driven by state law.Some support3 reports
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A city event took place on Main Street in Santa Monica, which is part of the larger Los Angeles area, on July 13, 2026.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Dine LA Restaurant Week promoted the wider Los Angeles area, taking place in Santa Monica on August 13, 2026.Some support1 report
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Voters may approve rent control measures in Santa Monica.Some support1 report
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The California Department of Parks and Recreation is appropriating funds for multiple park projects, including those in Rosemead and Charles White Parks, representing Santa Monica interests.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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What's reaching Santa Monica
Events traced to Santa Monica, step by step, newest first- Santa Monica may face legal pressure over ADU permitting delaysSanta Monica may face legal pressure over ADU permitting delaysPossible
- Heat wave forecasts may stress Santa Monica's imported water supplyHeat wave forecasts may stress Santa Monica's imported water supplyPossible
- Preservation fight may change development rules in Santa MonicaLandmark designation could shape future development around the historic diner.Possible
- Federal review could change coastal development rules in Santa MonicaFederal review of Coastal Commission may alter development oversight in Santa MonicaPossible
- Santa Monica's insurance rates may change based on commissioner electionSanta Monica's insurance rates may change based on commissioner electionPossible
Explainers that pass through Santa Monica
Santa Monica is a step on the way to someone elseAround Santa Monica this week
News at the entities that move Santa Monica most-
city council StructuralFlagstaff city council discussed local funding measures on November 6, 2026.Moves Santa Monica
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California Coastal Commission StructuralThe California Coastal Commission approved a rail protection plan, while Orange County Supervisors discussed delaying a related hearing in South Orange County.Moves Santa Monica
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World Cup OperationalUruguay was defeated in a penalty shootout during a World Cup match on November 1, 2026.Moves Santa Monica
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National Weather Service Shared contextSchaper works for the National Weather Service office located in Melbourne.Moves Santa Monica
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Ben Allen StructuralState politics in California are being influenced by growing voter discontent.Moves Santa Monica
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Northern California StructuralJeff McQueen, president of Trilogy by Shea Homes, oversees communities stretching into Northern California while people migrate from Chicago to Arizona.Moves Santa Monica
Connections
The 40 strongest of 409, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
city council Structural
The City Council serves as the formal governing body responsible for enacting policies and managing municipal affairs for Santa Monica.
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Chi Structural
Chi functions as the City Manager and top bureaucrat, managing the operations of Santa Monica's municipal government.
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Caroline Torosis Structural
Caroline Torosis holds formal elected and appointed governmental roles, including Mayor and Rent Board Commissioner, within Santa Monica.
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California Coastal Commission Structural
The Coastal Commission formally regulates and reviews development projects within Santa Monica's coastal zone.
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Negrete Structural
Negrete serves as a Councilmember within the municipal government of Santa Monica.
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Los Angeles County Structural
Santa Monica is structurally reducing its reliance on Los Angeles County by taking over regional services and replacing county functions.
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Santa Monica Airport Structural
The city's land use planning is structurally dependent on the status and future closure of the Santa Monica Airport.
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Sunny Wang Structural
Sunny Wang serves as the city's Water Resources Manager, holding a critical, formally defined operational role for Santa Monica.
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ChargePoint Operational
A functional partnership exists between the city of Santa Monica and ChargePoint regarding the electrification of the city's bus fleet.
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MWD Structural
The population of Santa Monica relies on MWD for its water supply due to population growth.
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Jesse Zwick Shared context
Jesse Zwick held an official governmental role within the jurisdiction of Santa Monica.
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Gavin Newsom Operational
Gavin Newsom uses his office and legislative proposals to influence Santa Monica's coastal development and governance issues.
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Malibu Structural
Malibu and Santa Monica share administrative structures, including unified school districts and common tax measures, and are subject to shared environmental impacts.
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Northern California Structural
Northern California provides imported water supply, establishing a critical resource dependency for Santa Monica.
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Hyperion Structural
Santa Monica relies on the Hyperion plant for its critical water supply.
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senate Structural
Santa Monica's city council actions rely on legislation passed by the Senate.
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Jack White Transactional
Jack White was scheduled to perform at the Ocean Way festival in Santa Monica, which was subsequently cancelled.
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Sierra Club Structural
The Sierra Club maintains a local chapter and operates within the jurisdiction of Santa Monica.
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Silas White Operational
Santa Monica's policies and actions regarding entrepreneurship and racial equity are documented as having specific, high-impact interactions with Silas White.
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Behrens Transactional
Behrens was involved in a specific incident while located in Santa Monica.
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Rick Zbur Transactional
Rick Zbur authored AB 1740, a document that specifically affects the operations and governance of Santa Monica.
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World Cup Operational
World Cup events actively stimulate Santa Monica's economy and draw large crowds.
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state Structural
The operational budget of Santa Monica relies on revenue streams generated or overseen by the state government.
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SCAG provides regional planning guidance (RHNA) that directs Santa Monica's local zoning policies.
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office of emergency management Operational
The office of emergency management operates functionally within the city limits of Santa Monica during declared emergencies.
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National Weather Service Shared context
The National Weather Service issues weather advisories and warnings specifically for the Santa Monica area.
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Olivia Dean Shared context
Olivia Dean conducts professional activities, such as performing at festivals, within the geographic area of Santa Monica.
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Sacramento Structural
State laws originating from Sacramento's jurisdiction mandate housing density and override local zoning in Santa Monica.
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Berkeley Operational
The two cities compete in the housing market, specifically regarding their respective rent standards.
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Daniel Ivanov Structural
Daniel Ivanov is a candidate for the Santa Monica City Council.
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Ben Allen Structural
Ben Allen serves as a representative whose professional focus is dedicated to Santa Monica's interests.
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Sunset Boulevard Structural
Santa Monica relies on water sourced from the area of Sunset Boulevard.
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Carson Structural
Santa Monica relies on regional projects located in Carson.
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Hall Structural
Hall serves as a council member representing Santa Monica in its local government.
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Jeff Palmer Transactional
Jeff Palmer contributed funds to a political campaign associated with Santa Monica.
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Beverly Hills Operational
The two cities are involved in reviewing local collection regulations to ensure policy parity.
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Caroline Beteta Operational
Caroline Beteta functions as a tourism official within the operational structure of Santa Monica.
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El Nino Shared context
The global climate pattern of El Nino influences local weather conditions in Santa Monica, specifically regarding storm runoff and wave activity.
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New York Mentioned together
The two locations serve as shared market bases for specific competitive entities (San Vicente clubs).
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Ish Shared context
The entity Ish operates a festival whose base is located in Santa Monica, but its viability is currently threatened by coastal erosion issues specific to the city's geography.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
2 eventsOctober 2026
16 events- Jesse Zwick served as Mayor Pro Tem in Santa Monica on October 30, 2026.
- Santa Monica City Council adopted an emergency resolution and hosted a sandbag event as flooding threatens Pacific Coast Highway.
- Santa Monica City Council drove decisions regarding city density and character on October 30, 2026.
- Parties hosted by Matthew Moore and Mindy Sterling, along with an Aztec blessing, took place in Santa Monica.
- Measure ES has been proposed for residents of Santa Monica.
- A tax measure was reported to affect both Santa Monica and Malibu districts.
- SCAG published a Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) directing zoning changes in Santa Monica.
- A bar has locations in both Venice Beach and Santa Monica.
- Gill is running for Santa Monica City Council.
- A new club has opened in Santa Monica, operated by Garner Gerson and Adir Tal.
- Red Flag Warning issued for Santa Monica as wildfires impact community and property.
- A nonprofit organization utilized an apartment in Santa Monica on October 13, 2026.
- Jane Doe filed a civil lawsuit against Soulja Boy in Santa Monica on October 1, 2026.
- Santa Monica City Council approved a lease update while Chi engaged with the local business community.
- The annual Off the Hook Santa Monica Seafood Festival is being held on the pier, drawing visitors from across Los Angeles.
- Brett Morrow is seeking to represent residents of Santa Monica.
September 2026
21 events- Santa Monica City Council took positions on various measures affecting city policies.
- Walfred Solorzano has taken on multiple roles, including Interim City Clerk for Lodi and elections official for Santa Monica. Caroline Torosis is the Mayor of Santa Monica.
- A nonprofit organization based in Santa Monica serves the LA area, while the Mayor oversees city operations under subcommittee investigation into fund management.
- The historical journey of Route 66, from its Chicago origins to its Santa Monica conclusion, is being documented, highlighting its cultural significance.
- Call was appointed Chief Resilience Officer for Santa Monica.
- Jeff Palmer contributed funds to a campaign in Santa Monica.
- The Santa Monica City Council approved an office to promote Bitcoin initiatives as part of the city's economic growth strategy.
- Santa Monica is seeking regional partnerships for water and recycling initiatives, with Sunny Wang serving as the city's Water Resources Manager.
- Negrete championed efforts to improve Metro safety, leading to a police agreement authorizing LAPD and Santa Monica police to cover Metro property.
- Presley Gerber used Instagram for final updates.
- A board of education district operating in the Santa Monica area has appointed Gerardo Cruz as its CFO.
- AFL-CIO's sophisticated campaign strategy is being analyzed, alongside Politico reporting on high volumes of political emails originating from Santa Monica.
- Santa Monica offers $5K grants to existing small businesses.
- A producer is advocating for a beachside festival in Santa Monica to boost the city's music profile.
- A person walked across America from Santa Monica to Boston to fundraise for mental health services in Scotland.
- Global followers and local residents use Instagram for daily surf condition reports.
- Doug Trussler is challenging the political system in Santa Monica while seeking and winning the endorsement of the company Unite.
- Santa Monica City Council approved a five-year contract with Brown and Caldwell.
- Locals in Laguna Beach are comparing their town to Santa Monica while expressing fears regarding large corporate expansion, including the presence of Amazon.
- Negrete opposed a development bill signed by Newsom in Santa Monica, while SMCLC cited SMART as knowledgeable about city government.
- Eaton and ChargePoint are partnering to supply electrical infrastructure and electrify Santa Monica's bus fleet for a transit project.
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August 2026
15 events- RDI, a company, is headquartered in Santa Monica, CA, and serves audiences in New Zealand and Australia.
- The Santa Monica City Council is expected to place a parcel tax measure on the November ballot.
- Political proposals and bills are being introduced to either retain or strip the California Coastal Commission's oversight of Santa Monica development.
- Culver City, West Hollywood, and Beverly Hills are joining a regional trust, while Santa Monica is considering membership.
- Transit service consolidation is underway in Santa Monica to improve efficiency.
- Santa Monica City Council commissioned a review of the city's emergency response protocols, noting the OEM operates within city limits.
- Key political figures in Santa Monica, including Councilmember Negrete, candidate De la Torre, and Rent Board Commissioner Torosis, were noted.
- Frank Gehry designed a project in Santa Monica while a bill failed to protect the development.
- An incident occurred on the college campus grounds of Santa Monica College in Santa Monica.
- A trailer bill has been introduced that could grant Santa Monica greater coastal development authority.
- Gavin Newsom pushed a bill through that would exempt a specific project from required review.
- Santa Monica local council supports density measures driven by state law.
- A city event took place on Main Street in Santa Monica, which is part of the larger Los Angeles area, on July 13, 2026.
- Dine LA Restaurant Week promoted the wider Los Angeles area, taking place in Santa Monica on August 13, 2026.
- Voters may approve rent control measures in Santa Monica.
July 2026
3 events- Santa Monica City Council is managing the city's housing plans, including issues related to Sunset Park.
- UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center serves the diverse needs of the local community in Santa Monica.
- The California Department of Parks and Recreation is appropriating funds for multiple park projects, including those in Rosemead and Charles White Parks, representing Santa Monica interests.
June 2026
3 events- Santa Monica city council discusses urban planning issues, including 'cap park', while studying models from Seattle and San Francisco.
- A coalition is pushing for the conversion of the Santa Monica Airport site, supported by the Sierra Club's local chapter.
- Spencer Pratt's campaign is linked to a production company based in Santa Monica that also employs or works with Charlie Sheen and Ryan Reynolds.