Santa Monica Daily Press

11/05/2025

11/05/2025

California just made a political power move.

Voters approved Prop 50 — redrawing congressional maps to give Democrats an edge. What does this mean for the state’s future representation in D.C.?

Find out what’s changing and why it matters: https://smdp.com/featured/california-voters-approve-prop-50-redrawing-congressional-maps-to-favor-democrats or click the link in the bio

11/05/2025

Election Day is here—do you know where to vote? 🗳️
Find the full list of locations and hours in Santa Monica and beyond.

Tap to get the complete guide https://smdp.com/featured/where-to-vote-on-election-day or click the link in the bio

11/05/2025

Want the real reason the fight over Proposition 50 isn’t just about redistricting? Recent polls say it’s all about Donald Trump.

Tap to dive into the numbers and the strategy https://smdp.com/government-politics-2/california-democrats-made-prop-50-about-trump-polls-show-its-working-as-voting-ends or click the link in the bio

11/04/2025

Big wins and powerful progress across Santa Monica and California this week! 🌴 From sustainability leadership to student excellence and historic new laws, here’s what’s making headlines:

Santa Monica College Wins National Green Award ♻️ | Local Voices Shine 🎶 | California Takes Bold Step for Student Safety 🏫

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O3dI4QE8s-E

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

Big wins and powerful progress across Santa Monica and California this week! 🌴 From sustainability leadership to student excellence and historic new laws, h...

11/04/2025

Millions poured into Proposition 50—more than any California ballot measure in history—with deep national donor networks behind it. What’s this campaign really all about?

Tap to read the full analysis https://smdp.com/government-politics-2/the-money-spent-on-newsoms-proposition-50-was-unlike-any-other-california-election-in-one-way or click the link in the bio

11/04/2025

When blue-chip industries start shrinking, something’s off. California’s top sectors are cutting back-tech, film, logistics, and the ripple effect is bigger than you think.

Tap to get the full breakdown https://smdp.com/opinion/even-californias-iconic-industries-are-cutting-back-in-this-sluggish-economy or click the link in the bio.

11/03/2025

Caught in the act: one man’s illegal sports-betting ring just landed him behind bars—and the numbers are staggering. Want the full story on how it all unraveled?

Tap the link to read the article https://smdp.com/news/crime/santa-monica-man-is-the-latest-to-face-jail-for-illegal-gambling or click the link in the bio.

11/02/2025

Here's what you missed in Santa Monica this week.

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10/31/2025

On Oct. 31, Third Street Promenade transforms into a family-friendly Halloween celebration with trick-or-treating, pumpkin decorating, face painting, and live music by The Scarolers. Even pets can join the party — Downtown Santa Monica is the place to be!

10/30/2025

From spooky family fun to costume-fueled nights out, Santa Monica’s Halloween weekend has something for everyone.

Don’t miss these events, tap the link to see the full guide https://smdp.com/opinion/around-town-your-halloween-weekend-events-guide or click the link in the bio

10/28/2025

A major reversal: The plan for housing sites on Ocean Avenue has been scrapped, now the county’s scrambling for alternatives.

What happens next? Tap to read the full story https://smdp.com/featured/county-supervisor-terminates-ocean-avenue-interim-housing-projects-calls-for-alternative-sites or click the link in the bio