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In today's newsletter:

  • Why this LA–San Diego road trip hinges on a Huntington Beach stop
  • How a court just clipped Huntington Beach’s power over new housing

Also on today's calendar: NYE - New Years Eve - That 80s Prom with Missing Persons - 80s band Flashback Heart Attack.

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Today's riddle: What did the balloon say to the doctor? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

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  • Sunday: Fog in the morning, with a high of 67 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Monday: Low clouds and fog breaking, temps: high: 63, low: 55.
  • Tuesday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 65 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• LA to San Diego Drive: Your Perfect Weekend Road Trip (justluxe.com) — Huntington Beach gets a prime spotlight in this LA-to-San Diego road trip guide, celebrated for its ten miles of sand, iconic Surf City USA vibe, and record-long pier. The piece suggests making the city a key stop for bonfires, surfing, and ocean views before continuing south through other coastal towns. It’s aimed at visitors and locals planning weekend drives along the coast.
   

• Attorney General Bonta and Governor Newsom Announce ‘Major Win' in State's Housing Lawsuit Against Huntington Beach (californiaglobe.com) — Huntington Beach has been ordered by a San Diego judge to adopt a compliant housing element within 120 days, with its permitting and land-use powers sharply restricted until it does. State officials say the city has long resisted affordable housing mandates, while a local councilman argues the required 13,000-plus units and related rules are unreasonable and still being challenged in court.
   

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