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The Daily Brief: Trump Heading to L.A. for Campaign Cash, Emmy's Nerd Prom Potential, and more.

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Andrew Curry
May 14, 2024

Good Afternoon! It’s Tuesday, May 14.

Today will bring cloudy skies early on and temperatures up to 71°, another lovely Southern California gloomy spring day.

Trump Heading to L.A. for Campaign Cash

🌟 On the hunt for campaign funds, Trump is heading to Beverly Hills and Newport Beach, navigating his legal financial storm. Fancy a photo with Trump? That'll be $40,000, please. Meanwhile, Biden's gearing up with Obama, Clooney, & Roberts for his next major cash boost. The battle for bucks is on – who will come out on top? 💰✨

Cruel World Recap: Ministry, Simple Minds, Duran Duran Bring Music to the Retro Masses

Cruel World Festival dazzled Pasadena with the electric zeal of '80s post-punk and new wave legends! Duran Duran, Simple Minds, and Blondie led a day of dark nostalgia, and with unexpected sets like Ministry's '80s anthems, the festival was a spectacular ode to the past. Relive the magic and connect with fellow nostalgia enthusiasts—were you there feeling the beats and belting the lyrics too?

GOP Senators Attack Judge’s Daughter and Jury After Attending Trump Trial

Are Senators Vance and Tuberville crossing the line outside Trump’s trial? 👨‍⚖️They've questioned the jury's citizenship and accused the judge's daughter of exploiting her father's position for gain, sparking debate over the fairness of the trial and compliance with judicial orders. 🏛️ Read the full report now.

George Clooney, Julia Roberts and Barack Obama Will Headline Fundraiser for Biden

Join the stars for a cause! 🌟 Clooney, Roberts, and Obama headline a glitzy L.A. fundraiser for Biden. As Trump woos Big Oil with policy promises, Biden's campaign reminds us that every donation – big or small – is a contribution toward a sustainable future. 💸✨

USC’s Bronny James Will Stay in the NBA Draft

🏀 Bronny James is stepping up to the NBA draft after a roller-coaster freshman year at USC. Overcoming a serious health setback, LeBron James' son is ready to make his mark. The Lakers might pick him – imagine him playing alongside his dad! Dive into Bronny's story and see how this draft could make NBA history. 🌟

'Fallout' and Emmy's Nerd Prom Potential (Part 1)

Imagine a 1950s America surviving a nuclear apocalypse: Welcome to "Fallout," a series defying Emmy norms. A mix of nostalgia, dark humor, and action—this show is pushing the boundaries of drama. From high viewership to geeky appeal, could "Fallout" become the new face of Prestige TV at the Emmys?

'Fallout' and Emmy's Nerd Prom Potential (Part 2)

🎭 Could this be the year that genre-defying performances snag Emmy glory? Walton Goggins and Jess Hong bring complexity and depth to "Fallout" and "3 Body Problem," challenging the status quo of television's highest honors. Stay tuned to see how the Emmys respond to the call of the geek!

Terror groups may be targeting Pride events, FBI warns

While one LGBTQIA organization said there are no specific threats against Southern California festivities, the community was urged to stay vigilant.

California exodus left a gaping population hole. Can the Golden State finally bounce back?

More than half of California's counties have populations lower than they were in 2019, according to data from the state Department of Finance. The state has yet to recover from the exodus.

Possible summer COVID surge? What to know about the new FLiRT variants

The days of school closures and statewide lockdowns may be years behind us, but the threat of COVID-19 still lurks in the shadows.

Trash truck erupts in flames, chars parked cars in Los Angeles neighborhood

A massive fire inside of a city trash truck charred several parked cars and spread thick plumes of smoke across a residential street in the Los Angeles neighborhood of Pico-Union Monday.   Cre…

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