Santa Monica Reimagines Beach, Pier, and Life | Los Angeles News

Santa Monica is revamping its iconic beach and pier over two years, tackling everything from accessibility to traffic and dining — all while preparing for major events like the Super Bowl and Olympics. The city remains firm on its drive-thru ban, joining other California cities weighing convenience against pollution and safety. Meanwhile, Ariana Grande is stepping back from public life after her tour, pulling out of a West End role but staying on track with her upcoming film. Local beaches are temporarily unsafe for swimming due to high bacteria, and PCH lane closures will slow traffic for weeks. But don’t worry — there’s still plenty to do: basketball camps, author talks, jazz nights, and comedy shows are all coming up. Just double-check event details before you go. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a0a1d059af4f1d2c Presented by The Plant Daddies — rare specimen trees, living art, and hand-carved limestone vessels and fountains for extraordinary spaces. Showrooms in Los Angeles and Irvine. Listeners of Los Angeles News Today receive 10% off with code LANEWS10. theplantdaddies.com/lanews