Santa Monica’s Beaches, Politics, and a 2400-Mile Run | Los Angeles News

Santa Monica’s beaches are off-limits for swimmers due to high bacteria levels, while local elections heat up with multiple candidates vying for City Council, Rent Control Board, and school board seats. Meanwhile, an ultrarunner is on a historic 2,400-mile trek from Chicago to the Pier—marking Route 66’s centennial—with a finish set for November 11. New digital billboards are rolling out along the Third Street Promenade, transforming the pedestrian mall’s vibe. And this weekend? Check out improv shows, outdoor movie nights, and restaurant week specials—just don’t forget to verify 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/ad19c1b5320547c6 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