Sunday: Mostly sunny and very warm, with a high of 82 and low of 69 degrees.
Monday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 82, low: 72.
Tuesday: Very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 73 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
• Knife-Wielding Man Shot, Killed By Police In Santa Monica, Police Say (patch.com) — Santa Monica police fatally shot a knife-wielding man in Palisades Park after he allegedly charged at officers during a response to a separate domestic violence call. Authorities say body-camera and nearby video are being reviewed, and portions of the park remain closed during the investigation. The police chief emphasized the seriousness of the loss of life and pledged a thorough review of the incident.
• SMPD Report Increased Proactive Activity, Major Arrests During July 26-Aug. 1 (smmirror.com) — Santa Monica police logged 2,413 calls and 120 arrests in a single week, driven by a big jump in officer-initiated activity across city streets, parks, and the beach. The report details major arrests tied to burglary, stalking with weapons and ammunition, sex-offender violations, homelessness outreach, and traffic enforcement in neighborhoods from Fourth Street to Palisades Park.
• Boxing News: Butterfly Brawl Early Results (fightnews.com) — A night of boxing at the Santa Monica Beach Pier saw several rising fighters stay undefeated, including a dominant debut by super flyweight Ilene Herrera, who won a shutout decision. Local fans at the pier also watched Art Barrera Jr. and Abel Alba Jr. score third-round stoppages in a card packed with four-round bouts.
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🗞 Nearby News
Marina del Rey
Zach Wilson, Spencer Rattler attempting to solidify backup quarterback spot for New Orleans Saints (neworleanssaints.com)
Marina del Rey locals blame sewage stench on hospital construction (amedpost.com)
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