Santa Monica Daily Press

10/14/2025

California’s expungement law might be the second chance many need—but what does it really change for those held back by past convictions?

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10/13/2025

Today’s stories from Santa Monica and Los Angeles celebrate resilience, community, and full-circle inspiration! 🌴💫

From Dropout to Stanford | 💪 LA Fights for Immigrants | 📚 Samohi Student Returns as Teacher

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Stay tuned for more stories from the Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Events, and Santa Monica Housing scene — where community, hope, and progress meet every week.

Today’s stories from Santa Monica and Los Angeles celebrate resilience, community, and full-circle inspiration! 🌴💫From Dropout to Stanford.Meet David Dunca...

10/13/2025

A Friday night crash sent three people to the hospital — what happened, who was involved, and how things went down.

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10/13/2025

This is what you missed this week in Santa Monica.

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10/11/2025

🧛‍♂️ Zombies, space, and laughs all in one flick? Vampire Zombies from Space lands in L.A. for a wild five-night run! Want showtimes & taco-shaped posters? Tap below to dive into the spooky-fun details.

🔗 Read more: smdp.com/lifestyle/entertainment/horror-comedy-film-vampire-zombiesfrom-space-brings-five-night-run-to-los-angeles-theaters/

10/10/2025

Today’s Santa Monica and Los Angeles headlines are packed with big moves, big money, and big scares! 🌴🎬

LA’s Shake-Up | Vampire Invade | $35.5M Monica Pier Upgrade before !

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Stay tuned for more Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Events, and Santa Monica Housing updates!

This week’s Santa Monica and Los Angeles headlines are packed with big moves, big money, and big scares! 🌴🎬Pier’s Getting a Major Upgrade!Santa Monica just...

10/10/2025

Santa Monica just committed to a $355M contract to replace the 86-year-old Pier Bridge. The structure that’s carried us for decades is getting a major upgrade, are you curious how it’ll change access, design, and the city’s waterfront?

Tap to see the full plan https://smdp.com/business/development/council-approves-dollar355m-contract-to-replace-86-year-old-pier-bridge or click the link in the bio

10/10/2025

Major changes are on the table 📄 — a new LAFD report following the Palisades Fire is calling for sweeping reform in how fire services are run and communities are protected. Want to see the recommend

Tap to read the full report https://smdp.com/news/environment/lafd-report-calls-for-major-changes-after-devastating-palisades-fire or click the link in the bio.

10/10/2025

What happens when your pregnancy feels more rooted in fear than hope? A powerful opinion urges safer, more respectful maternity care for all Californians—especially Black moms. Want to see what needs to change?

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10/09/2025

Today’s Santa Monica news roundup is all about wellness, mobility, and housing! 🌴

Santa Monica Soaring Housing Prices | Free Transit Help for Seniors| UCLA Health Takes Over the Pier

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Stay tuned for more Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Events, and Santa Monica Housing updates every week!

This week’s Santa Monica news roundup is all about wellness, mobility, and housing! 🌴🚗 Easier Transit for Seniors & People with Disabilities: Santa Monica ...

10/09/2025

He’s accused of starting L.A.’s most destructive wildfire — and now the suspect will stay in jail. Want to know the evidence and next steps?

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10/09/2025

The Shore Hotel just scored a top spot — ranking #11 in the latest Condé Nast Traveler awards! 🏖️ Curious what makes it stand out and who’s ahead?

Tap to check it out https://smdp.com/news/shore-hotel-ranks-no-11-in-conde-nast-traveler-awards or click the link in the bio