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In today's newsletter:

  • Why a former ChowNow security manager is taking the company to court
  • How Culver City’s new mayor just made local history.
  • Why Rob and Michele Reiner’s son is now at the center

Also on today's calendar: A Celebration of Chanukah at Ivy Station! and 6 more events.

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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 72 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and warm, temps: high: 75, low: 55.
  • Thursday: Partly sunny, with a high of 74 and low of 55 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• ChowNow Security Engineer Files Whistleblower Suit (mynewsla.com) — A former security engineering manager is suing Culver City-based ChowNow, claiming he was fired after raising alarms about how the company handled employee data and client financial information. The Santa Monica lawsuit seeks millions in damages and alleges a broader pattern of retaliation against internal compliance critics.
   

• Culver City elects first out gay mayor—and Elphaba helped celebrate (advocate.com) — Culver City has selected councilmember Freddy Puza as its first openly LGBTQ+ mayor, marking a historic milestone for local leadership. Chosen unanimously by the city council for a 12‑month term, Puza emphasizes visibility, diversity, and making Culver City a welcoming home for all, celebrating his swearing‑in with Wizard of Oz–themed guests Glinda and Elphaba.
   

• The latest on the investigation into the deaths of Rob and Michelle Reiner (whro.org) — NPR’s All Things Considered, broadcasting in part from Culver City, updates listeners on the investigation into the deaths of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife Michele, with their son Nick Reiner arrested on suspicion of murder. The segment also covers reactions from Hollywood figures and controversy over President Trump’s harsh comments about Reiner’s activism.
   

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    Tuesday December 16
  • Quilting Class
    Washington Irving Branch Library
    12:00 pm
  • Toddler Storytime
    Mar Vista Branch Library
    12:30 pm
  • Walk-in Tutoring With Sarah
    Washington Irving Branch Library
    1:00 pm
  • Practice Tai Chi With SECOIAs
    Mar Vista Branch Library
    3:00 pm

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