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The Daily Brief: Last Call on Best of L.A., Roller Skating Resurgence, and more.

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Andrew Curry
August 28, 2024

Good Afternoon! It’s Wednesday, August 28.

With a high of 79°, we will have partly cloudy skies that will give way to sunny skies later in the afternoon in Los Angeles.

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Last Call on our Best of L.A. 2024

As the month comes to an end, don’t forget t to discover Los Angeles Magazine’s Best of L.A. 2024! This year, our team of urban explorers has uncovered the city's finest gems, from interactive desserts and boba drinks to jeweled skin art and lashes. Each spot promises a unique and memorable experience that captures the spirit of Los Angeles. Notable features include the eclectic work of multimedia artist Guerin Swing, also known as 'Mr. L.A.', gracing this month's cover. Your next favorite spot is just a click away—immerse yourself in discovering all L.A. has to offer.

Roller Skating Resurgence Brings Two New Rinks to L.A.

Get ready to roll! Santa Clarita and Lakewood are opening state-of-the-art roller skating rinks. Santa Clarita’s Rink Sports Pavilion offers a mix of sports and entertainment, while Lakewood’s Sunshine Skate Center is debuting in March. It’s time to lace up your skates and join the fun.

Disney's Red Car Trolley Attraction Is Getting Scrapped Next Year

Disney California Adventure’s Red Car Trolley will shut down operations in early 2025 to accommodate the expansion of the Avengers Campus. This attraction, which has provided a nostalgic journey through 1930s Hollywood since 2012, will leave a significant void for fans of L.A.'s golden era. Specific closure dates to be announced.

Happy National All-Girl Band Day!

Kitten Kay Sera and Pinktastic Plastixx Tuesday night at the Whisky A Go Go for National All Girl Band Day! This pink-themed event features five amazing all-girl bands, an awards ceremony, and Pink & Boujee’s famous food truck. Don't miss out on all the details of this celebration dedicated to female musicians.

'Pachinko' Creator Soo Hugh: 'Learn to Work With People Who Aren't Assholes'

Discover how "Pachinko" showrunner Soo Hugh inspires her team and crafts memorable television! The latest season dives deeper into the emotional lives of a Korean family, all while fostering a supportive workspace for her writers. Learn more about the making of this timeless series on Apple TV+.

Feds take action against suspected tourist burglars in Southern California

Federal authorities in Los Angeles were expected to announce Wednesday arrests and prosecutions of foreign nationals suspected of taking-part in so-called ‘tourist burglary’ rings, in which organized groups of thieves visit the United States on easy-to-get tourist visas and break-in to homes, law enforcement sources told NBC4’s I-Team.

Andrew Do is a no-show at OC board meeting as calls intensify for him to resign

Board members were informed that Do “will likely miss a number of meetings in the future."

Starbucks will give new CEO his own corporate private jet to fly between Seattle and California home

Brian Niccol will start his new role as company Chairman and CEO on Sept. 9

Telegram founder Pavel Durov transferred from police custody to court after arrest in France | CNN Business

Telegram founder Pavel Durov was released from police custody in France on Wednesday and transferred to court for questioning ahead of a possible indictment, prosecutors told CNN, days after his dramatic arrest at a Paris airport.

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