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Newsletter: Mar 10, 2026

By Editor

Cloudy early with peeks of sunshine expected late. High near 65F. Winds SSW at 5 to 10 mph.
Today: 🌤️ High 65° / Low 55°
Tomorrow: 🌤️ High 69° / Low 58°

First Up

PCH
Caltrans image shows ongoing Pacific Coast Highway repair work following the Palisades Fire

McClure tunnel to close on Wednesday as part of ongoing PCH repairs

Caltrans will close one lane of northbound PCH this week for scheduled maintenance as the agency continues work along...READ

Close to Home

Santa Monica Leaders Chart Downtown Revitalization Plan
Santa Monica civic leaders, entrepreneurs and developers discuss downtown revitalization strategies at CALS forum, focusing on placemaking, innovation centers and public-private partnerships.
CA Lawmakers Launch 13-Bill Wildfire Prevention Package
California lawmakers introduced 13 bills for wildfire prevention, including home hardening loans and beneficial fire programs after Palisades and Malibu fires.
Santa Monica Police Seek Help Identifying Sex Crime Suspect
Santa Monica Police are asking for public help identifying a Hispanic male, 20-30 years old, connected to a sexual battery investigation.
Santa Monica Airport JSX Operations Lack Environmental Review
JSX began scheduled passenger flights from Santa Monica Airport without required California Environmental Quality Act review, according to local advocates.


In Case You Missed It

SMC Graduate Creates Hope Toolkit for Homeless Services
Patricia Kusaba, SMC Homeless Service Work certificate graduate, creates Hope Toolkit website after experiencing housing instability during COVID-19.
SMC Earns Black-Serving Institution Designation
Santa Monica College is one of 31 California institutions designated as Black-Serving Institutions, recognizing strong support for Black students.
New CA Bill: 6-Month Notice Required for Insurance Drops
California Senator Ben Allen’s SB 1301 would require property insurers to give 6 months notice and explain reasons before dropping coverage.
Lloyd Webber’s Requiem Closes Westwood Music Season
Music at Westwood presents Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Requiem April 24 at 8pm at Westwood Presbyterian Church. Free concert features Grammy-winning work.

Events

City Council Meeting

Santa Monica City Hall

Tue. Mar 10 5:30PM

1685 Main St., Santa Monica

Memories & Movement Senior Club

Virginia Avenue Park

Tue. Mar 10 10:30AM

2200 Virginia Ave., Santa Monica

Wine Wednesday at the Whaler

101 Broadway

Wed. Mar 11 12:00AM

CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica

Rebuild Committee - Santa Monica & PaliBu Chamber

Zoom link to be sent before the meeting

Thu. Mar 12 3:00PM

, Santa Monica

Venice Electric Light Parade - Sundays at Sunset

Windward Plaza

Sun. Mar 15 12:00AM

1501 Ocean Front Walk, Venice

The Gordons Improv Residency

Westside Comedy Theater

Mon. Mar 16 7:00PM

1323-A 3rd St, Santa Monica

Karaoke Mondays at The Whaler

101 Broadway

Mon. Mar 16 12:00AM

CA 90401 Contact Info (424) 330-0166 info@venicewhaler.com Does not apply on holidays, Santa Monica

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