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Waymo Wins Temporary Overnight Win | Venice Beach News
Waymo’s self-driving car charging stations in Santa Monica are back online overnight after an appeals court paused a city ban, temporarily restoring 24/7 operations while legal arguments continue. The dispute began when nearby residents complained about noise and disruption, leading the city council to label overnight use a public nuisance in 2025. Waymo countered that its permits allowed round-the-clock access and that the ban effectively revoked its established rights. A lower court sided with the city, but Waymo appealed — arguing the injunction was overreach. The appellate court is now…
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