Santa Monica’s Big Moves This Week | Venice Beach News

Venice Beach News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

Santa Monica’s city council just approved a bold new plan to tackle homelessness head-on—with housing-first solutions, a repurposed Palm Motel, and more shelter beds, all aimed at accountability and safety, even as some neighbors push for stronger protections. Meanwhile, dive into aviation history this Saturday as author Nina Fresco discusses her new book on the Santa Monica Municipal Airport’s century-long impact. And for free evening fun, Tongva Park kicks off “Tongva Twilight: Sounds & Cinema,” offering live music and films every Saturday night through September. Plus, Metro’s “One Car…