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Malibu 2020: A Look Back At A Wild Year
Fires. Protests. Elections. And of course, COVID. Here's a look back at some of Patch's top stories of a year we'll never forget.

Cameron Caroling Event Scheduled In Malibu
Actor Kirk Cameron has scheduled his fourth Christmas caroling protest at an undisclosed location in Malibu New Year's Eve.
Wagner Alleges Bribery And Corruption In Malibu Government
Outgoing Councilmember Jefferson Wagner asked incoming Councilmember Bruce Silverstein to investigate numerous allegations of corruption.
Point Dume Still Without Power
A Public Safety Power Shutoff around Point Dume and numerous unplanned outages caused a day of chaos in Malibu.
Malibu Clears Out Las Tunas Homeless Encampment
The city initiated an "extensive clean-up" of a site it alleges caused three fires.
Christi Hogin Stepping Down As City Attorney
Hogin announced Friday she would leave in December to spend time with her grandchildren, ending three decades of service in Malibu.
Malibu Council: 'Change Candidates' In The Lead
Two anti-City Hall candidates lead the ticket in the Malibu City Council race, but the totals are close.
Malibu Election 2020
Malibuites are heading to the polls to vote for City Council candidates, a hotel tax increase, and three legislative races.
Drati 'Deeply Skeptical' Of Malibu School Separation Plan
The SMMUSD Superintendent sent Malibu a letter criticizing the city for abandoning their separation negotiations.
3,367 Malibuites Lose Power
Malibu endured sustained power outages, downed trees, heavy winds, and a small brush fire during a chaotic Monday.
Temporary Skate Park And Malibu Bluffs Park Reopen
But hurry - online reservations are already booked for most of September.
Mitch McConnell Mocks Malibu
The Senate Majority Leader called out Malibu for sending him a letter highlighting its financial struggles.
Malibu Gives Initial Approval To Short-Term Rental Ordinance
A short-term enforcement ordinance may go into effect in January.
Pierson Takes Over As Malibu Mayor
The business coach and lifelong Malibuite takes over at a time of a pandemic, severe recession, and imminent fires.
Temporary Skate Park Opens In Malibu
After a decade of waiting, skateboards finally have a temporary park in Malibu, one of unofficial skateboarding capitals of the world.
Woolsey Waiver Deadline Extended Until December
The Malibu CIty Council voted to extend the Woolsey Fire rebuilding permit fee waiver deadline until the end of the year.
Peaceful Protesting, Increased Policing Reported In Malibu
No unrest has occurred in Malibu, but the city is on high alert.
Relief On The Way For Malibu Businesses
Mikke Pierson and the Malibu Chamber of Commerce have teamed up with The Change Reaction to offer interest-free loans to small businesses.
Bioluminescent Waves Light Up Malibu Beaches
A massive algae bloom spanning the length of Southern California's coastline is causing glowing blue waves.
Malibu Offering Free Drive-Through Coronavirus Testing
Malibu is offering free coronavirus tests for first responders and high-risk residents through Saturday.
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Malibu Pier Closes Due To Crowding Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
The decision was made after the pier, and Malibu beaches and trails were crowded with visitors last weekend, the City of Malibu said.
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LASD Closes Malibu Beach Parking Lots Amid Coronavirus Concerns
Beach parking lots are closed to prevent crowding and to allow for social distancing to help slow the spread of the new coronavirus.
SMMUSD Dismisses Students After Parent Exposed To Coronavirus
Students will be dismissed so the schools can be cleaned and decisions can be made about school next week, the Superintendent said.
Malibu Cancels Non-Essential Programs, Events Amid Coronavirus
Non-essential City programs and events will be canceled until April 30 to prevent further spread of the new coronavirus.
Mountain Lion Killed By Property Owner In Santa Monica Mountains
P-56 is the first radio-collared mountain lion to be killed under the state's "depredation" law in the Santa Monica Mountains.
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