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Good morning Redondo Beach! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What changes will Redondo's new fire chief bring to the department?
  • How a Carson sewage plant changed pollution on Redondo's beaches
  • Which Redondo Beach leaders are lining up behind Brian Goldsmith?

Also on today's calendar: Second Saturday Divorce Workshop and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Sunshine, very warm and humid, with a high of 87 and low of 74 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: Humid with periods of sun, temps: high: 85, low: 73.
  • Friday: Humid with clouds and sun, with a high of 80 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Redondo Beach appoints Brian Regan as new fire chief (dailybreeze.com) — Redondo Beach has promoted longtime deputy fire chief Brian Regan to lead the city's fire department, succeeding retiring Chief Patrick Butler as of Sept. 9. Regan, who has served the Redondo Beach community for nearly 15 years, brings deep experience in emergency operations and local knowledge, while the city thanks Butler with a retirement celebration at the Main Library.
   

• South Bay History: Water resource facility in Carson vital for county's sewage treatment system (dailybreeze.com) — A key Carson sewage facility and its White Point ocean outfall once helped Redondo Beach and neighboring cities stop dumping waste directly on their own beaches, according to a 1949 Redondo mayor. This historical look traces how that regional system evolved, the DDT contamination crisis that followed, and ongoing tunnel upgrade work that still affects how wastewater from coastal communities is handled today.
   

• Santa Monica Dems Endorse Goldsmith for State Senate (smdp.com) — Redondo Beach leaders are among the local officials backing Brian Goldsmith in the 2026 race for State Senate District 24, alongside Santa Monica Democrats and other regional figures. The story highlights his new endorsement from the Santa Monica Democratic Club and outlines his growing support from prominent Democrats, advocacy groups, and labor organizations.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Recently I posted a photo of the smallest butterfly in North America called the western pygmy blue butterfly.
    This is a giant swallowtail butterfly, the largest butterfly in North America. Both photographed in Redondo Beach. (Nextdoor South Redondo Beach)
  • Another gorgeous sunset.
    We are so lucky to live here and see this everyday. (Nextdoor The Avenues-East)
  • Eaton Aerospace posted a job opening for Assembler - Manufacturing in Torrance. Apply here.
  • Panda Express posted a job opening for Assistant Manager (P1-1480675-8) in Torrance. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Redondo Beach here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hermosa Beach

  • Labor Day festival returns to Hermosa Beach after hiatus (dailybreeze.com)

Manhattan Beach

  • Manhattan Beach Merchants Lend Support on Single Mom Project Day (thembnews.com)
  • Retail Training Manager jobs hiring near Manhattan Beach, CA at EchoStar (echostar.com)
  • Rare September Storm Takes Out Power, Causes Cancellations (thembnews.com)

Long Beach

  • Bluecore Raises $50M As Long Beach Nuclear Plan Advances (patch.com)
  • Woman Shot To Death On Long Beach Boulevard, No Arrests Made (patch.com)

Ok Redondo Beach! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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