Santa Monica’s Safety, Transit, and Rent Vote | Venice Beach News

A deadly shooting erupted near the Santa Monica Pier early Tuesday, sparking a citywide search for answers as police hunt for suspects. Meanwhile, voters will decide on major rent control measures in November that could reshape tenant-landlord dynamics. On a brighter note, Santa Monica’s transit system thrived during the World Cup, boosting bus, bike, and scooter use — a promising preview for LA’s 2028 Olympics. The city is also deploying smart cameras to enforce bike lane rules, with $93 fines for violators after grace periods, aiming to boost safety and cycling adoption — while also testing tech to manage crowds and streamline transit payments. 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/4e897afe1a3ac593